Discussing the January 24 bout, Cruz said he fought as though he were already the champion rather than the challenger. “Really, in that fight, I fought like I was the champion and he was the challenger,” Andy Cruz said to the BoxeoUrbanoNetwork. “What happened was I got comfortable. I could have taken a little more … Read more
David Benavidez vs. Noel Mikaelian targeted for Nov. 21 as cruiserweight title fight nears completion David Benavidez’s next fight appears to be moving closer to the finish line, with a cruiserweight title clash against Noel Mikaelian being targeted for Nov. 21. Abraham Gonzalez reported that the fight is being finalized, while noting that veteran boxing … Read more
Rico Verhoeven has shared his reaction after the decision of his appeal over his controversial loss to Oleksandr Usyk was revealed. Kickboxing legend Verhoeven challenged Usyk for his heavyweight crown at the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt last month, in a bout that most people expected to be a big mismatch. It certainly didn’t transpire … Read more
The development is notable because Joshua’s existing contract reportedly requires the fight to take place in the United Kingdom. Any move to the United States would require that provision to be renegotiated. The possibility of Fury-Joshua being staged in Las Vegas raises an obvious question. Why take one of Britain’s biggest boxing events away from … Read more
The 23-year-old Mercado has developed a reputation as a knockout artist, stopping 17 of his 18 opponents and emerging as a legitimate threat in the talent-rich 140-pound division. Unlike many prospects who are carefully maneuvered through the early stages of their careers, Mercado has openly embraced tougher assignments while keeping an aggressive, fan-friendly style. During … Read more
Rico Verhoeven is not backing away from his demand for a rematch with Oleksandr Usyk after the commission ruled against the formal protest filed following their controversial heavyweight title fight on May 23 at the Pyramids in Giza, Egypt. Verhoeven, who was stopped in the 11th round by Usyk in a bout that ended amid … Read more
The undefeated Ennis (35-0, 31 KOs) is moving up to 154 pounds after vacating his welterweight belts, and Algieri believes the additional weight could unlock an even better version of the Philadelphia native. “The reports I’m hearing about ‘Boots’ in the gym, but I’m talking about guys that are firsthand that are there,” said Chris … Read more
“For me, he looked good. I don’t think it was close like a few people have been saying to me. I don’t find it was close. He definitely won clearly by a few rounds, but he was definitely getting hit,” Cordina said to the InsideRingShow when discussing Mason’s win over Noakes. Cordina made it clear … Read more
“Come to Saudi July 25th, I’ll welcome you in the ring if you’re serious. Now I know the fight’s signed, he’s more than welcome to step in the ring,” Joshua said on social media, inviting Fury to enter the ring after his tune-up against Prenga. Joshua’s invitation comes just three months after he declined an … Read more
Derek Chisora believes Dana White and Zuffa have quickly become one of boxing’s biggest attractions, suggesting fighters throughout the sport are taking notice of the new promotional force entering the market. “Zuffa like the new chick on the block. Everybody wants that phone number, bro. Everybody wants to be phoning her phone number. Everybody wants … Read more