Boxing
Nelson Asofa-Solomona Considers Racial Taunt Claims After Paul Gallen Fight
Nelson Asofa-Solomona is reportedly considering whether to pursue claims of racial taunting directed at him following his boxing victory against Paul Gallen.
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Boxing
Dubois, Han to meet in lightweight unification bout
Undefeated lightweight champions Caroline Dubois and Stephanie Han are scheduled for a three-belt unification fight in February, according to an announcement from MVP Promotions.
Boxing
Haney, Paro to meet in welterweight unification bout
Devin Haney and Liam Paro are scheduled for a welterweight unification bout on December 19 in San Francisco, according to a Top Rank announcement.
Boxing
Alycia Baumgardner Eyes Opportunity in Women's Boxing
Alycia Baumgardner believes she can seize a prominent role in women's boxing, noting the perceived retirements of Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano's impending departure from the sport.
Boxing
Camila Zamorano to Defend Green and Gold Crown at 64th WBC Annual Convention
Camila Zamorano is scheduled to defend her Green and Gold Crown at the 64th World Boxing Council Annual Convention in Acapulco.
Boxing
Skye Nicolson to Defend WBC Super Bantamweight Title
Skye Nicolson is scheduled to defend her WBC Super Bantamweight World Title in Arlington, Texas, on November 8, 2026. The Australian southpaw will face Miyo Yoshida.
Boxing
Wilder-Opetaia heavyweight bout set for Fury-Joshua undercard
Former heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder is slated to face Jai Opetaia in the co-main event on the December 11 card featuring Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua.
Boxing
Shane Mosley Defends WBC Welterweight Title
On November 4, 2000, Shane Mosley successfully defended his WBC welterweight world championship at Madison Square Garden in New York.
Boxing
Actors discuss 'The Greatest'
Jaalen Best, Omari Hardwick, and Michael Ealy shared their approaches to portraying the individuals and relationships central to Muhammad Ali's story.
Boxing
Jake Paul Vows to Retire From Boxing if He Loses to Cedric Doumbe
Jake Paul stated he would "hang up the gloves" if he is defeated by former kickboxing champion Cedric Doumbe. The two are scheduled for a 10-round cruiserweight bout on December 24.
Boxing
WBC President Mauricio Sulaimán Reflects on Canelo's Resurgence
WBC President Mauricio Sulaimán shared his thoughts on Canelo's recent resurgence in a column. Sulaimán noted there are many angles and topics he could recount regarding the boxer's performance.
Boxing
Murad Aliyev to Fight Umut Camkiran for WBC Silver Heavyweight Title
Olympian Murad Aliyev is set to face undefeated power-puncher Umut Camkiran for the vacant WBC Silver heavyweight title. The bout will take place on November 7 at the Ülker Arena in Istanbul.
Boxing
Lauren Price to Defend WBC Welterweight Title Against Michaela Kotaskova
Undefeated world champion Lauren Price is set to defend her WBC welterweight crown against Michaela Kotaskova. The fight is scheduled for November 20, 2026, in Cardiff, Wales.
Boxing
OPBF Title Fights Held at Korakuen Hall
Ohashi Promotions hosted an electrifying fight card featuring Orient and Pacific Boxing Federation (OPBF) title action at the historic Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan.
Boxing
Enzo Grau Claims WBC Francophone Title
Enzo Grau defeated Christopher Mouafo in Les Sables-d’Olonne, France, to win the vacant World Boxing Council Francophone championship.
Boxing
Documentary Explores Boxing's Impact on Men's Mental Health
The 15-minute documentary "Cornered," directed by Will Craig and starring Andy Burrows, is part of the Fending Off series and examines how boxing training can transform men's mental health.
Boxing
WBC Announces Official Agenda for 64th Annual Convention
The World Boxing Council has released the official schedule for its 64th Annual Convention. The event is presented by Bankaool and will take place in Acapulco.
Boxing
WBC Title Fight Set for Manchester
A fight for the vacant WBC belt is scheduled to take place in Manchester. This matchup comes two years after their last encounter.
Boxing
Usyk's Cruiserweight Return Could Lead to Nyika Bout
Oleksandr Usyk's potential return to the cruiserweight division may set him on a path to face David Nyika. Usyk has reportedly received an invitation to resume his career in Gatton.
Boxing
Carl Jammes Martin Claims WBC Featherweight Silver Title
Carl Jammes Martin defeated David Picasso to win the WBC Featherweight Silver Title. The Filipino fighter maintained his undefeated record.
Boxing
Canelo Alvarez defeats Christian Mbilli
Canelo Alvarez secured a dominant victory over Christian Mbilli. Following the win, questions remain regarding Alvarez's next fight and potential opponents.
Boxing
Alvarez reclaims WBC super middleweight title
Canelo Alvarez defeated Christian Mbilli in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to reclaim the WBC super middleweight title.
Boxing
Carl Jammes Martin defeats David Picasso for WBC silver featherweight title
Carl Jammes Martin secured a split-decision victory over David Picasso to claim the WBC silver featherweight championship. The fight took place on Sunday morning, Manila time.
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Canelo Alvarez defeats Christian Mbilli, reclaims WBC super middleweight title
Canelo Alvarez secured a unanimous decision victory over Christian Mbilli to win the WBC super middleweight title.
Boxing
Usyk calls for fight against Benavidez
Two-time undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has expressed interest in a fight with David Benavidez.
Boxing
Cieslak to Defend WBC Cruiserweight Title Against Benavidez
Michal Cieslak is slated to defend his WBC Cruiserweight World Championship in a unification bout against unified cruiserweight world champion David Benavidez. Cieslak was previously elevated from interim champion to WBC Cruiserweight World Champion.
Boxing
Bruno Arcari Defeats Raymundo Díaz in Genoa
On October 30, 1970, Italian boxer Bruno Arcari defeated challenger Raymundo Díaz in Genoa, Italy. Arcari stopped Díaz in front of his hometown fans.
Boxing
WBC Announces 64th Annual Convention Agenda
The World Boxing Council has released the official schedule for its 64th Annual Convention. The event is presented by Bankaool and will take place in Acapulco.
Boxing
Biographical Drama 'I Play Rocky' Announced
A new biographical drama, 'I Play Rocky,' is in production. The film is described as a tribute to the iconic 'Rocky' franchise.
Boxing
Gabriela Fundora to defend WBC title against Jasmina Zapotoczna
Gabriela Fundora is set to defend her WBC world title against challenger Jasmina Zapotoczna. The championship bout will take place in California, USA.
Boxing
Enzo Grau to fight Christopher Mouafo for vacant WBC Francophone title
Enzo Grau and Christopher Mouafo are scheduled to compete for the vacant WBC Francophone title in Les Sables d’Olonne, France. The event is organized by the Boxe 85 club.
Boxing
Saensak Muangsurin Stops Miguel Velazquez
On October 29, 1976, Thai fighter Saensak Muangsurin defeated Spain's Miguel Velazquez by stoppage in Segovia, Spain.
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Dubois, Parker Reportedly in Talks for January Bout
Daniel Dubois and Joseph Parker are reportedly in discussions for a heavyweight title fight targeted for January, according to sources at ESPN.
Boxing
Canelo Alvarez comments on upcoming fight with Christian Mbilli
Canelo Alvarez stated that Christian Mbilli "has to do a lot of things" in the ring to defeat him. Alvarez also reflected on his loss to Terence Crawford and discussed his boxing career.
Boxing
Benavidez and Cieslak Anticipate WBC Cruiserweight Title Fight
David Benavidez and WBC World Cruiserweight Champion Michal Cieslak are set to face off in a unification bout on December 5 at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona.
Boxing
Dylan Biggs to return to the ring on November 7
Australian boxer Dylan Biggs, winner of the WBC Boxing Grand Prix in the middleweight division, is scheduled to compete on November 7 in Toowoomba.
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Dylan Biggs scheduled for November 7 fight
Australian boxer Dylan Biggs, who won the WBC Boxing Grand Prix middleweight tournament, is slated to return to the ring on November 7, 2026, in Toowoomba, Queensland.
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WBC President Mauricio Sulaimán reflects on recent boxing weekend
WBC President Mauricio Sulaimán described a recent boxing weekend as "extraordinary," highlighting its significance for the sport.
Boxing
Wilfredo Gómez Defends WBC Super Bantamweight Title
On October 28, 1978, Wilfredo Gómez successfully defended his WBC super bantamweight world title for the sixth time by knocking out Carlos Zárate in the fifth round.
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How boxers pace themselves over 12 rounds
An original tactical analysis of how championship boxers weigh conservative early reconnaissance, middle-round body investment, and late-frame flurries against the counter-punching and scorecard risks of each choice.
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The lead-hand battle against a southpaw
An original tactical study comparing the outside-foot T-angle hypothesis in open-stance boxing against inside-foot straight-line counters, lead-hand parries, and check-hook exits.
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Coming forward is not the same as effective aggression
A spectator’s guide to separating pressure from the results it produces.
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How to recognize ring control without rewarding inactivity
The useful question is what positioning allows a boxer to accomplish.
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Why a boxing scorecard must be read round by round
The overall margin can hide how competitive the individual rounds were.
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The quiet discipline behind a ringside judging assignment
Neutrality depends on attention, independence and procedure, not just knowing how to total a card.