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Albert Ramirez vs Lerrone Richards interim title fight rescheduled for June 4th
After a planned February date fell through, WBA interim light heavyweight champion Albert Ramirez is once again scheduled to defend his belt against Lerrone Richards. As before, the bout will air on subscription service PunchingGrace.com. Venezuela’s Ramirez (22-0, 19 KO), a 2016 Olympian went 3-0 with three finishes in 2025, notably taking out Marko Calic […]
‘The time to talk it out is done’: Oscar De La Hoya blames manager for ruining Vergil Ortiz’s career
Golden Boy promoter Oscar De La Hoya is back on social media today for his latest Clapback Thursday series, and this time takes aim at manager Rick Mirigian, who represents Vergil Ortiz. De La Hoya makes it clear that Ortiz’s career has essentially been ruined by Mirigian’s advice, and says he has no intention of […]
Sebastian Fundora vs Keith Thurman prediction: Who will win and how
Previously slated to meet in October before “Towering Inferno” injured his back, Sebastian Fundora and Keith Thurman now helm an Amazon Prime PPV this coming Saturday at Las Vegas’ MGM Grand. Bad Left Hook will have LIVE coverage of the card starting at 8:00 pm ET. Fundora (23-1-1, 15 KO) put the screws to Tim […]
Moses Itauma vs Jermaine Franklin prediction: Who will win and how
It took a bit longer than expected, but Moses Itauma and Jermaine Franklin will finally share the ring this Saturday as the chief attraction of Queensberry’s latest Manchester show. Bad Left Hook will have LIVE coverage of the card starting at 1:00 pm ET. Itauma (13-0, 11 KO) has dispatched his last nine opponents in […]
‘I’ve never been so calm’: Keith Thurman says he’s in a great place, ready for Sebastian Fundora
We’re just days away from this weekend’s super welterweight title fight between Sebastian Fundora and Keith Thurman, and after the final press conference Thurman spoke about where he’s at in his life and why he’s feeling so good about his chances to beat Fundora and become world champion once again. Thurman on his thought process […]
‘Opportunity was presented to me that I couldn’t turn down’: Conor Benn talks Zuffa signing
Conor Benn just caught up with talkSPORT to discuss his much discussed signing with Zuffa Boxing, leaving behind Eddie Hearn and Matchroom after they spent many years going to bat for him during his drug test controversy. While Hearn has given his reaction to the news, Benn had largely been quiet on the matter. Here’s […]
Jared Anderson signs co-promotional deal with Queensberry
Frank Warren’s Queensberry Promotions announced today that they will co-promote heavyweight Jared Anderson alongside Top Rank, adding that “The Real Big Baby’s” next fight “will take place on British soil, with further details to be announced shortly.” Anderson (18-1, 15 KO) looked for all the world like the Next Great American Heavyweight as he rose […]
Conah Walker vs Sam Eggington headlines May 2nd Matchroom show in Wolverhampton
Matchroom confirmed today that sluggers Conah Walker and Sam Eggington will headline a May 2nd DAZN show in Walker’s hometown of Wolverhampton. Walker (17-3-1, 8 KO) has been on an absolute tear since narrowly falling to Lewis Crocker in 2024, rattling off four straight wins. That run includes a British and Commonwealth title-winning finish of […]
‘World title by the end of the year’: Frank Warren hopes to see Moses Itauma get shot at championship
Moses Itauma will return shortly in an upcoming fight against Jermaine Franklin, and looking ahead to that fight and what’s to come, his promoter Frank Warren speaks about this matchup and how he’d love to position Itauma for a title fight before the year is out, and also touches a bit on Tyson Fury’s upcoming […]
Bill to wreck Ali Act passes House, moves to Senate
H.R. 4264, better known as the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act, is one step closer to becoming law after passing the House on a voice vote. Matthew Wells of MMA Junkie has more on the bipartisan vote, which included 40 minutes of debate. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) notably spoke in support of the bill, acknowledging […]
‘He’s never been in deep waters’: Jermaine Franklin looks forward to opportunity against Moses Itauma
Jermaine Franklin is scheduled to take on highly touted heavyweight prospect Moses Itauma on March 28, and in anticipation of the fight DAZN takes viewers behind the scenes of Franklin’s camp to get some insight into his mindset heading into this fight and what Itauma brings to the table. “He’s fast, he throws combinations, he’s […]
Angelo Leo vs Ra’eese Aleem official for May 9th on DAZN
IBF featherweight champion Angelo Leo will finally return to action on May 9th in Atlanta, taking on top contender Ra’eese Aleem atop a DAZN show. Leo (26-1, 12 KO) famously smoked Luis Alberto Lopez for the belt in 2024, only to spend the next seven months on the sidelines as Kameda Promotions slow-walked his inaugural […]
‘That can be his kryptonite’: Brian Mendoza and Tim Tszyu on fighting Fundora and Thurman’s chances
Sebastian Fundora presents a lot of obvious matchup problems as a 6’5” fighter at 154 lbs. Keith Thurman will be the next to try this Saturday night, as he challenges Fundora for the WBC super welterweight title, and past opponents Tim Tszyu and Brian Mendoza shared their thoughts on how “One Time” might look to […]
‘We’re firing on all cylinders’: Golden Boy extends broadcasting deal with DAZN
Today Golden Boy Promotions officially announced they’ve extended their exclusive partnership deal with DAZN, the streaming platform that has essentially become the home of the sport at this point. No specific length of the extension was announced but here’s some what Oscar De La Hoya had to say on the move in a press release. […]
Dalton Smith vs Alberto Puello: WBC title fight official for June 6
Dalton Smith will make his first defense of the WBC super lightweight title on Saturday, June 6, facing former titlist Alberto Puello. Smith will have home field advantage for the fight, which will be hosted by Utilita Arena in Sheffield, England. The 29-year-old Smith (19-0, 14 KO) claimed the belt on January 10 in Brooklyn, […]
Jake Paul looking to fight Francis Ngannou
Jake Paul may still be healing from the broken jaw he suffered at the hands of Anthony Joshua in his last outing, but Paul still intends to resume his professional fighting career inside the ring. Speaking to Sky Sports, Paul says that while he wouldn’t really consider himself a heavyweight boxer there’s at least one […]
‘I’m bringing my best’: Sebastian Fundora ready to perform against Keith Thurman
Sebastian Fundora takes some time to talk to Brian Custer on his upcoming weekend fight with Keith Thurman, the fight getting delayed from last year, and what he’s looking forward to going ahead in his career. Check out some excerpts of what ‘The Towering Inferno’ had to say below. Fundora on Thurman’s confidence heading into […]
‘He’s in trouble’: Tyson Fury says he’s well-prepared for Arslanbek Makhmudov
Tyson Fury tells Sky Sports that he was happily retired before signing for this April 11 fight against Arslanbek Makhmudov. Fury said he was spending time in Thailand on vacation with his family and was having such a good time in the sunshine that he decided to stay and hold a camp there, which eventually […]
Coroner says it’s unclear Ricky Hatton intended to take his life
The boxing world was saddened by the news of Ricky Hatton’s untimely death late last year, and even months later it’s not entirely clear what specifically led to unfortunate situation. A formal inquest inquest into his passing has the coroner stating that it’s unclear that Hatton intended to kill himself given that he appeared to […]
How to watch Sebastian Fundora vs Keith Thurman, Moses Itauma vs Jermaine Franklin, and more: Boxing streaming and TV schedule for Mar. 28-29, 2026
Saturday, March 28th DAZN, 1:00 pm ET, Moses Itauma vs Jermaine Franklin. From Manchester, England. Itauma is 21 now, a high hopes UK heavyweight hero in the making who took a huge step up in August, blasting Dillian Whyte in less than two minutes. Franklin was a candidate for Next Great American Heavyweight until he […]
Adames vs Williams result: Carlos Adames routs Austin ‘Ammo’ Williams to retain WBC title
Carlos Adames may have had his best performance yet this evening, largely dominating his WBC middleweight title defense against challenger Austin “Ammo” Williams, retaining the title via wide unanimous decision. The 31-year-old Adames (25-1-1, 18 KO) dropped Williams (20-2, 13 KO) in the second round, and more or less had his way for the rest […]
Carlos Adames vs Ammo Williams: Live results and updates, how to watch, start time
Carlos Adames returns to defend his WBC middleweight title against Austin “Ammo” Williams tonight in Florida, headlining a Matchroom card on DAZN. Live coverage will start at 8:00 pm ET. Adames (24-1-1, 18 KO) and Williams (20-1, 13 KO) were due to meet in January, with Adames withdrawing and Williams instead taking a stay-busy win […]
George Liddard vs Tyler Denny: Live results and updates, how to watch, start time
Top middleweight prospect and emerging contender George Liddard will defend his British and Commonwealth titles today in London, facing Tyler Denny in the main event of a Matchroom Boxing event. Live coverage and updates will start at 3:00 pm ET, and we’ll be chatting live during the fights down in the comments section. Liddard (13-0, […]
Michael Conlan retires at 34 after loss to Kevin Walsh
Two-time Olympian and former title challenger Michael Conlan is hanging up the gloves after dropping a split decision to Kevin Walsh in Belfast earlier today. The Belfast Telegraph presents his comments in full, including his disappointment at never claiming a championship belt and his desire to spend more time in his family’s lives. Conlan made […]
Tyson Fury past his best days, says his father
While Tyson Fury is gearing up to return from his latest retirement to face Arslanbek Makhmudov on April 11, Fury’s father has come out to claim that his relationship with Tyson has been completely destroyed thanks to interlopers, while also claiming that Tyson hasn’t been the same since his series of fights with Deontay Wilder. […]
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