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Moses Itauma fight against fellow British KO artist now ‘inevitable’
is unlikely to be short of options, much less a domestic rival, if he emerges victorious against Filip Hrgovic on August 29. The two heavyweights will square off at London’s O2 Arena, contesting the vacant IBF title which, among two other belts, was relinquished by Oleksandr Usyk in June. Should he win their contest, Itauma […] The post Moses Itauma fight against fellow British KO artist now ‘inevitable’ appeared first on Boxing News .
Tim Bradley makes final prediction for Rolly Romero vs Teofimo Lopez ‘mismatch’
Tim Bradley anticipates a one-sided beatdown when Rolando Romero defends his WBA title against Teofimo Lopez this weekend. The pair will collide at Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena, with ‘Rolly’ making a first defence of his world title after being elevated from ‘regular’ to full welterweight champion. This upgrade followed his last outing, against Ryan Garcia, […] The post Tim Bradley makes final prediction for Rolly Romero vs Teofimo Lopez ‘mismatch’ appeared first on Boxing News .
Dmitry Bivol ordered to purse bids for fight against former world champion
Dmitry Bivol’s next world title defence is heading to purse bids after talks with former super-middleweight champion Callum Smith failed to produce an agreement. The WBO ordered Bivol to defend his light-heavyweight title against interim champion Smith, giving the two sides a 20-day negotiation period before later granting extensions. With no deal reached, the sanctioning […] The post Dmitry Bivol ordered to purse bids for fight against former world champion appeared first on Boxing News .
Usyk says one welterweight champion would’ve beaten Mayweather, Leonard and Robinson
doubts that , or even would have been able to defeat a fellow all-time great. Of the three, many would say that Robinson was the most accomplished, given his victories over 10 eventual Hall of Famers including Jake LaMotta and Randolph Turpin. Robinson’s remarkable 199-fight career also underlines his longevity, with periods of dominance at […] The post Usyk says one welterweight champion would’ve beaten Mayweather, Leonard and Robinson appeared first on Boxing News .
Shakur Stevenson makes final Rolly Romero vs Teofimo Lopez prediction: “He can make him look silly”
is unsure that has taken enough accountability to right the wrongs of his last performance and dethrone Rolando Romero. The 29-year-old will attempt to become a three-weight world champion this weekend, having previously cemented himself as the top dog at 135 and 140lbs. In both of those divisions, Lopez defined his reigns by respectively outpointing […] The post Shakur Stevenson makes final Rolly Romero vs Teofimo Lopez prediction: “He can make him look silly” appeared first on Boxing News .
Evander Holyfield names the knockout artist who could’ve beaten Oleksandr Usyk
was unsure who to favour in a fantasy showdown between and one of his former rivals. Like Holyfield, Usyk became the consensus top dog at 200lbs before moving up to heavyweight and, once again, cementing himself as the very best. Even while contending with a notable size disadvantage, the Ukrainian was able to dethrone before […] The post Evander Holyfield names the knockout artist who could’ve beaten Oleksandr Usyk appeared first on Boxing News .
Josh Taylor predicts upset in Rolly Romero vs Teofimo Lopez: “He punches hard”
Having lost a unanimous decision to Teofimo Lopez in 2023, Josh Taylor has considered how his former foe will fare against Rolando Romero this weekend. The two Americans are approaching their showdown at Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena, with ‘Rolly’ making a first defence of his WBA world welterweight title. He claimed the sanctioning body’s regular […] The post Josh Taylor predicts upset in Rolly Romero vs Teofimo Lopez: “He punches hard” appeared first on Boxing News .
Former world champion who fought Canelo set to make ring return against unbeaten opponent
Former world champion is scheduled to return to action after having not fought since his points defeat to Aaron McKenna in April 2025. The Liverpudlian claimed his WBO super-welterweight title in 2015, before making two defences and suffering a ninth-round stoppage defeat to Canelo Alvarez. He then came close to becoming a two-time world champion […] The post Former world champion who fought Canelo set to make ring return against unbeaten opponent appeared first on Boxing News .
Tony Bellew names the most ruthless boxer of all time: “I’ve never seen anything like him”
has named one heavyweight as the most ruthless fighter of all time: a complete package when it comes to speed, movement and ferocity. When discussing the sport’s most vicious fighters, many will instantly name Roberto Duran, who not only became a four-weight world champion but is also considered an all-time great. Known for his formidable […] The post Tony Bellew names the most ruthless boxer of all time: “I’ve never seen anything like him” appeared first on Boxing News .
Tyson Fury: It no longer looks like the Anthony Joshua fight will happen
The planned fight between and could once again be about to fall by the wayside. Fury and Joshua had been expected to finally meet in November, but issues surrounding the location for the bout means that it is still yet to be formally agreed. Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn has been vocal about what needs to […] The post Tyson Fury: It no longer looks like the Anthony Joshua fight will happen appeared first on Boxing News .
Shane Fury admits Tyson Fury should stay well clear of one heavyweight: “He’s the last man I’d want”
Shane Fury has admitted that he would not be entirely confident in seeing his brother, Tyson, step through the ropes and face one of boxing’s fastest-rising stars. ‘The Gypsy King’ comes off a seventh-round stoppage of Mariusz Wach last month, which followed his unanimous decision victory over Arslanbek Makhmudov in April. In both performances, though, […] The post Shane Fury admits Tyson Fury should stay well clear of one heavyweight: “He’s the last man I’d want” appeared first on Boxing Ne...
Conor Benn gives honest response to accusations that he can’t make weight for Ryan Garcia fight
has addressed ’s suspicion that he “can’t make weight” ahead of their showdown on September 12. The pair will collide in a welterweight encounter at Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena, with Garcia making a first defence of his WBC world title. He claimed the belt with a unanimous decision victory over Mario Barrios, who he dethroned […] The post Conor Benn gives honest response to accusations that he can’t make weight for Ryan Garcia fight appeared first on Boxing News .
Billy Joe Saunders sees only one winner in Moses Itauma vs Daniel Dubois: “He’s got no chance”
is hoping to become IBF heavyweight champion when he faces Filip Hrgovic next week, and ahead of that bout, Billy Joe Saunders has predicted how the 21-year-old would fare in a possible unification clash with WBO titleholder . Itauma could become the second youngest world heavyweight champion of all time if he overcomes Hrgovic on […] The post Billy Joe Saunders sees only one winner in Moses Itauma vs Daniel Dubois: “He’s got no chance” appeared first on Boxing News .
Peter Fury sums up Conor Benn’s chances of beating Ryan Garcia to become world champion
and go toe-to-toe for the WBC welterweight title in one of the highest profile bouts of the year next month, and esteemed British boxing trainer Peter Fury has offered his thoughts on the contest. Garcia dethroned Mario Barrios at the beginning of the year to get his hands on the first world title of his […] The post Peter Fury sums up Conor Benn’s chances of beating Ryan Garcia to become world champion appeared first on Boxing News .
Shawn Porter delivers honest verdict on Rolly Romero vs Teofimo Lopez: “He’ll force him to fight back”
challenges for ’s WBA welterweight title this weekend, and ahead of the action, two-time welterweight world champion has revealed his fight prediction. Lopez famously dethroned Vasyl Lomachenko to capture the unified lightweight world titles in a shocking upset win back in 2020, but lost the belts to George Kambosos Jr in the outing that followed, […] The post Shawn Porter delivers honest verdict on Rolly Romero vs Teofimo Lopez: “He’ll force him to fight back” appeared first on Boxing News .
Naoya Inoue releases statement on Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez fight: “Next year will be full of challenges”
has been linked to a fight with fellow multi-divisional world champion Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez over the past few months, and as hype surrounding that clash builds, Inoue has taken to social media to provide an update. Inoue defended his undisputed super-bantamweight crown for a seventh time in May as he outpointed Junto Nakatani in the […] The post Naoya Inoue releases statement on Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez fight: “Next year will be full of challenges” appeared first on Boxing News .
James Toney makes new KO prediction for Ryan Garcia vs Conor Benn after watching Garcia train
will make a first career world title defence when he takes on next month, and after watching the Californian train, three-division world champion has made his prediction for the contest. ‘King Ry’ dominated Mario Barrios to get his hands on the WBC world title back in February, comprehensively outboxing ‘El Azteca’ and showcasing his power, […] The post James Toney makes new KO prediction for Ryan Garcia vs Conor Benn after watching Garcia train appeared first on Boxing News .
Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez responds to Gervonta Davis call out for fight requiring four division jump
Gervonta Davis’ return date remains unknown but he may have an opponent in mind for when he does after recently calling out , and now ‘Bam’s response has been shared. Davis has not won a contest since June 2024, drawing against Lamont Roach Jr in his solitary outing since then back in March 2025, and […] The post Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez responds to Gervonta Davis call out for fight requiring four division jump appeared first on Boxing News .
Ryan Garcia names the man to beat Shakur Stevenson: “I’m siding with him”
has named the fighter that he believes can put an end to ’s 25-fight undefeated record. Stevenson stepped up in weight to dominate Teofimo Lopez and claim the WBO super-lightweight title back in January, fully intending on returning to his natural lightweight division during the aftermath, until those plans were derailed when he was stripped […] The post Ryan Garcia names the man to beat Shakur Stevenson: “I’m siding with him” appeared first on Boxing News .
Former Anthony Joshua trainer Robert Garcia sums up AJ’s KO power
Boxing fans have branded as one of the most fierce knockout artists since the turn of the millennium, with ‘AJ’ having won by stoppage in all but three of his 30 career victories to date, and now his former trainer Robert Garcia has summed up his power. Joshua knocked out his first 20 opponents before […] The post Former Anthony Joshua trainer Robert Garcia sums up AJ’s KO power appeared first on Boxing News .
Lennox Lewis names the top 3 British fighters from the last 25 years
is hailed as one of the greatest British fighters of all time, but when asked to name the top three Britons of the last 25 years, ‘The Lion’ made some notable omissions. Lewis defeated every opponent of his career, avenging both of his two career defeats by way of knockout as he halted each of […] The post Lennox Lewis names the top 3 British fighters from the last 25 years appeared first on Boxing News .
Billy Joe Saunders says young star is the best fighter since Muhammad Ali
has hailed the speed and versatility of a rising star who he views as the “best I’ve seen” since . Many would regard Ali as the greatest heavyweight of all time, or at least place him in the same conversation as Joe Louis and Lennox Lewis, for instance. From a technical standpoint, there are very […] The post Billy Joe Saunders says young star is the best fighter since Muhammad Ali appeared first on Boxing News .
Carl Froch honestly rates Joe Calzaghe’s boxing ability out of 10
has rated the ability, rather than achievements, of , who many would consider to be the greatest British fighter of all time. The Welshman made a super-middleweight record of 21 consecutive world title defences, ending his dominant 10-year reign with a unanimous decision victory over Mikkel Kessler. Another notable triumph at 168lbs came when he […] The post Carl Froch honestly rates Joe Calzaghe’s boxing ability out of 10 appeared first on Boxing News .
Canelo warned that Terence Crawford’s training partner is coming to ‘clean him up’
A rising member of Team Crawford is expected to be “sitting ringside, licking his chops”, when Canelo Alvarez squares off with WBC champion Christian Mbilli. The two super-middleweights will collide on October 31 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with Mbilli making a first defence of his world title. It was several months removed from his thrilling […] The post Canelo warned that Terence Crawford’s training partner is coming to ‘clean him up’ appeared first on Boxing News .
David Benavidez new two-fight plan emerges ending with the clash all fans want to see
is set to enter at least two further cruiserweight assignments, starting with a defence of his unified crown this December. The 29-year-old became a three-division world champion in May, dethroning Gilberto Ramirez with a vicious sixth-round finish for the WBO and WBA 200lb titles. While also retaining his position as the WBC light-heavyweight champion, Benavidez […] The post David Benavidez new two-fight plan emerges ending with the clash all fans want to see appeared first on Boxing News .
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