The heavyweight division is often characterized by its hard-hitting contenders and dramatic matchups, and the upcoming clash between Agit Kabayel and Zhilei Zhang is no exception. Kabayel enters the bout undefeated, boasting a record of 25 wins, with 17 of those coming by way of knockout. Known for his ruthless body punches, Kabayel aims to
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The boxing world is buzzing in anticipation of the upcoming junior middleweight showdown between Vergil Ortiz Jr. and Israil Madrimov this Saturday in Riyadh. As Oscar De La Hoya, the promoter of this momentous event, suggests, it has all the makings to be “The Fight of the Year.” With Ortiz defending his WBC 154-lb title
In a striking display of power and skill, Keyshawn Davis made headlines last Friday night by claiming his first world title. The occasion, held at Madison Square Garden in New York, featured a fourth-round knockout of WBO lightweight champion Denys Berinchyk, marking a significant milestone for the 2020 Olympic silver medalist. The victory was celebrated,
In the lead-up to his highly anticipated bout on February 22nd, WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson finds himself preparing to face an underwhelming adversary—Josh Padley—a fighter he admits to knowing little about. This matchup, set against the backdrop of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, raises eyebrows not just for its timing, but also for the lack of
As the boxing world turns its eyes to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the rematch between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol has become a focal point of intense speculation and anticipation. With Beterbiev holding the undisputed light heavyweight championship title, the stakes could not be higher. Fans are eager for a decisive outcome—many hoping for a knockout—so
As the boxing world eagerly anticipates the bout between Joseph Parker and Daniel Dubois, speculation surrounds Parker’s potential weight for this clash. Andy Lee, Parker’s trainer, has hinted that his fighter might register a “career-heaviest” weight as he prepares to challenge the reigning IBF heavyweight champion, Dubois. This heightening of interest reflects broader trends within
In the world of professional boxing, relationships can take unexpected turns, particularly when financial gain enters the equation. Keyshawn Davis, a rising star in the lightweight division, has recently been embroiled in speculation surrounding a potential bout with his friend, the WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson. Initially expressing reluctance to challenge his “brother,” Davis’s stance
The boxing world is rife with speculation, rumors, and hype surrounding fighters’ potential matchups. Recently, trainer Derek ‘Bozy’ Ennis found himself addressing swirling accusations regarding his son, Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis. In a bid to set the record straight, Bozy firmly denied suggestions that they were in any talks to face off against notable opponents like
David Benavidez, known in the boxing realm as ‘The Mexican Monster,’ is poised to step into the spotlight once again. This Saturday, he will be attending the much-anticipated rematch between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol in Riyadh, thanks to an invitation from Turki Alalshikh. As the WBC mandatory challenger, Benavidez (30-0, 24 KOs) will be
Shakur Stevenson, the reigning WBC lightweight champion, finds himself grappling with an unexpected challenge as his slated foe, Floyd Schofield, has fallen ill ahead of their anticipated matchup. This turn of events has compelled Stevenson and his team to seek alternative opponents for the upcoming DAZN Pay-Per-View showdown. The two names emerging as potential replacements—Josh
Israil Madrimov, the talented boxer from Uzbekistan, has made headlines with his bold statement regarding his upcoming fight against WBC interim junior middleweight champion, Vergil Ortiz Jr. As he prepared for their monumental bout at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Madrimov expressed confidence in having devised a game plan that promises to not only showcase
On February 22, 2025, the ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, will serve as the battleground for one of boxing’s most anticipated rematches: Artur Beterbiev versus Dmitry Bivol. Given the complexities of scheduling across different time zones, fans worldwide will be able to catch the action live on DAZN PPV. As fight fans arrange their