The world of heavyweight boxing is often a rollercoaster of emotional peaks and valleys, and currently, all eyes are on Tyson Fury. After stepping away from the spotlight, the former heavyweight champion has not only kept fans and analysts guessing about his future but also created a buzz around potential matchups that could reignite his
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Teofimo Lopez, the WBO lightweight champion, took center stage in Los Angeles with a performance that was as theatrical as it was boastful. As he prepared for his imminent clash with Arnold Barboza Jr. scheduled for May 2nd in New York City’s famed Times Square, Lopez treated the press conference like a grand stage play,
As we enter 2025, boxing enthusiasts are afforded a golden opportunity to reflect on some titanic clashes in the ring that have left an indelible mark on the sport. This year commemorates numerous significant bouts, each encapsulating a unique moment in boxing history. Notable anniversaries include the iconic meeting between Marco Antonio Barrera and Erik
Keith Thurman, the former welterweight champion, is on the precipice of a significant comeback in the boxing world. Scheduled to fight Brock Jarvis in Sydney on March 12, Thurman (30-1, 22 KOs) appears eager to reestablish himself as a force in the boxing arena. However, more than just Jarvis looms in his sights; the name
This Wednesday, all eyes will be on Sydney, Australia, as former welterweight champion Keith “One Time” Thurman makes his much-anticipated return to the ring after a three-year hiatus. At the age of 36, Thurman takes on 27-year-old Brock Jarvis, another boxer eager to carve his name into the sport. The lead-up to this fight has
The air was charged with excitement in London as the British Boxing Board of Control celebrated their prestigious annual awards. This event, a marquee occasion on the boxing calendar, elegantly spotlighted the achievements of fighters who have made significant contributions to the sport over the year. Heavyweights, as often happens, captured the limelight, showcasing the
As Keith Thurman prepares for his upcoming bout against Brock Jarvis on March 12th, the stakes couldn’t be higher. In a sport notorious for its unwavering demand for peak performance, Thurman, aged 36 and with a record of 28-1, finds himself at a career crossroads. His recent foray back into the ring after a lengthy
The boxing world has lost a cherished icon with the passing of Dick McTaggart at the age of 89. As Scotland’s sole recipient of an Olympic gold medal in boxing, McTaggart’s impact on the sport transcends mere statistics; it defines an era of unparalleled skill and dedication. His extraordinary amateur record—610 wins to just 24
When it comes to boxing, predicting pay-per-view (PPV) buy rates is akin to reading tea leaves—fascinating yet fraught with uncertainty. The binary nature of success and failure looms large; bouts that are expected to be blockbusters sometimes meander into disappointment, while seemingly mundane matchups can explode into phenomena. Recent remarks by Mexican boxing icon Canelo
In February 2023, the boxing world was jolted by the unexpected return of Nicholas “Axe Man” Walters, a former WBA featherweight champion from Jamaica. After a painfully long absence of nearly seven years, stemming from his disappointing performance against Vasiliy Lomachenko, many had written off Walters as a relic of boxing’s past. His decision to
As the countdown begins for the highly anticipated clash between Ryan Garcia and Rolando ‘Rolly’ Romero, expectations are surging. This fight scheduled for May 2nd at Times Square could serve as a crucial moment for both fighters, but trainer Abel Sanchez strongly believes that Garcia’s unique blend of power, size, and finesse makes him the
In the nuanced world of professional boxing, every decision, every punch, and every ruling carries immense weight. Lamont Roach’s recent bout against WBA lightweight champion Gervonta Davis serves as an illuminating case study of how decisions made inside the ring can ripple through an athlete’s career. Roach’s persistent disappointment with the New York State Athletic