Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou had a rollercoaster experience of life as a professional boxer when he ventured into the sport last year but his time in the sport may not be over yet, now that Deontay Wilder has beckoned on a potential clash.

After rising to superstardom as the strongest puncher in the history of the UFC and claiming the heavyweight title, Ngannou ditched the cage for the ring and jumped in at the deep end of the boxing world by facing then WBC champion Tyson Fury.

Despite many assuming the Cameroonian would be embarrassed against the reigning and lineal heavyweight title-holder, it was instead ‘The Gypsy King’ who was left red-faced after he was floored by the debutant in the third-round.#OTD a year ago, @francis_ngannou shocked the world, dropping Tyson Fury in the third round 🤯 pic.twitter.com/syWa4u5RFu

— DAZN Boxing (@DAZNBoxing) October 28, 2024

Regardless, Fury’s blushes were saved with a controversial split-decision win that is still disputed by MMA fanatics twelve months on but the impressive display encouraged Ngannou to remain in the boxing world and roll the dice again, this time taking on two-time champion Anthony Joshua.

Unfortunately for Ngannou, his second appearance in the ring went as many expected the first would and he was brutally knocked out in the second-round, severely outclassed by the 2012 Olympic champion.The moment that @anthonyjoshua DESTROYED Francis Ngannou 🤯#JoshuaNgannou | #KnockoutChaos | #RiyadhSeasonpic.twitter.com/ONl1rlhSlo

— DAZN Boxing (@DAZNBoxing) March 9, 2024

Since then, ‘The Predator’ has returned to mixed martial arts and scored an eye-catching first-round knockout on his debut in the Professional Fighter’s League, halting Renan Ferreira for the PFL heavyweight title and as a result his stock and pay-per-view draw remains high in both sports.FIRST. ROUND. FINISH!

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— PFL (@PFLMMA) October 19, 2024

Meanwhile, fabled knockout artist and former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder is currently lost in the heavyweight division and fans have been calling for him to hang up the gloves after back-to-back one-sided defeats.Uncomfortable ‘Boots’; Jaron Ennis subpar, Jesse Rodriguez superb in Philly

However, following news that Wilder’s arm was broken for both of those contests, ‘The Bronze Bomber’ is ready to return to the forefront of world boxing and told TMZ Sports of his willingness to get back to winning ways in a battle between two of the hardest hitting men on the planet.

“Even since I’ve been off, there’s been a lot of offers coming in, [from] a lot of different countries. Even with Francis.

“What’s up, brother? I hope everything is going good for you, man. I’m sorry for your loss. I can only imagine what it’s like to lose a child, man. I never hope to even feel that feeling of it. I hope life is going beautifully for you, bro.

“That’s a conversation I’m still looking to get in there in the mix and talk about.”

When asked of Ngannou’s chances in such a contest, the usually arrogant Wilder portrayed a new mindset and insinuated that he would take the fight against the officially 0-2 contender very seriously.

“Any fight is competitive. You’ve got a man who’s got two hands, two feet, and got a heart, that will to win. You’ve got competition, you’ve got a fight on your hands.

“So, that’s why when you get in the ring you respect every man that steps in there because you never know what they may bring to the fight.”

Wilder and Ngannou have often spoke about staging a fight between one another in Africa and such a proposal could provide the latter with the opportunity for a homecoming bout in Cameroon – where he is seen as a national hero.

Although, as is the case with many high-profile contests at present, Saudi Arabia would likely be the frontrunner for any such fight.

Deontay Wilder's decline over the past year has been a shocking turn for the former WBC heavyweight world champion. After suffering the third and fourth defeats of his career, many have questioned whether he can make a comeback to the heavyweight throne. However, the hard-hitting American recently revealed a surprising reason for his struggles: a previously undiscovered broken arm.

A few years ago, Wilder, alongside Anthony Joshua, was one of the most feared heavyweights in the world, known for his devastating power that could knock out opponents with a single punch. After winning the WBC title in 2015 by defeating Bermane Stiverne, Wilder went on to dominate his division, defending his belt seven times. He rematched Stiverne and knocked him out in the first round, extending his streak of knocking out every opponent he faced.

Wilder’s career took a turn when he fought Tyson Fury in a controversial split-draw in 2018, marking the first blemish on his otherwise perfect record. Their subsequent rematches ended with Wilder suffering his first and second losses. After a long hiatus, Wilder returned to the ring in 2022, but his comeback was marred by a surprising loss to Joseph Parker, who dominated him, preventing the long-anticipated fight with Anthony Joshua.

Wilder, determined to regain his form, stepped into the ring again in 2024 to face the dangerous Zhilei Zhang. Unfortunately, despite his best efforts, he was knocked out in the fifth round, leaving many to question if it’s time for the knockout artist to retire.

However, in a recent interview with TMZ Sports, Wilder shed light on his struggles, revealing that he had fought both Parker and Zhang with a broken arm. "I broke my arm back in November," Wilder said. "I didn’t know. I had two tears on my shoulder. I could feel the pain, but I just thought it was from old injuries. But I got an MRI recently, and everything was messed up there. I didn’t know because I have a high tolerance for pain."

Despite the setbacks, Wilder remains determined to fight on. He even expressed interest in a crossover fight with former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou, who has long sought a match with Wilder. This surprising revelation adds another layer of intrigue to the already unpredictable future of the once-feared "Bronze Bomber."

In an interview with The Stomping Ground, Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn shared updates on Anthony Joshua’s expected return to the ring. While no official date has been set, Hearn confirmed that the former world champion is preparing for a comeback in May or June 2024.

Hearn pointed out that Joshua’s most likely opponents include current IBF heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois or Tyson Fury. He reassured fans that Joshua is not dealing with any severe injuries and noted that minor physical setbacks are common for heavyweights over 30.

Addressing the potential for a Joshua vs. Fury fight, Hearn emphasized that it is the biggest and most profitable option for both boxers. “Tyson Fury can choose to make 20 million fighting Daniel Dubois or double that against Anthony Joshua. The natural fight is AJ vs. Tyson Fury,” he said. Hearn also maintained that Joshua, despite recent defeats, is still one of the biggest draws in boxing.

The promoter dismissed the idea of a matchup against Martin Bakole, explaining that while Bakole is a talented fighter, he does not bring significant financial value. “Not in a million years. Martin Bakole is far down the list. This is prizefighting, and he needs to become a mandatory contender to be in the conversation,” Hearn said, referencing Bakole’s likely purse bid against Agit Kabayel.

Hearn reinforced his belief that Joshua remains a key figure in the heavyweight division and is confident that he will return to the ring in top form, ready to face elite competition. Fans are now eagerly waiting to see if the highly anticipated Joshua vs. Fury clash finally materializes.

In an interview following his victory over Karen Chukhadzhia, Jaron Ennis hinted that he may be ready to move up in weight. On November 9, 2024, at the iconic Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Ennis successfully defended his IBF welterweight title against Chukhadzhia.

Although Ennis had previously defeated Chukhadzhia, this time he had to work harder to secure the win. During the bout, the Ukrainian boxer appeared better prepared and presented a greater challenge for Ennis.Nevertheless, Jaron Ennis was able to knock down Chukhadzhia at the end of the fifth round and added another victory to his undefeated record.

During the fight, Ennis threw more punches than usual and seemed less focused than usual. This led to mixed opinions among fans and experts.

In his post-fight interview, Ennis showed signs of dissatisfaction with his performance. He also stated that he feels it may be the right time to move up to the 154-pound division.

“If we can get one of these guys (with titles) to stop playing, let’s make it happen, but if not… 154, here I come,” Ennis said.

With an uncertain future in the welterweight division, rumors about a fight with Terence Crawford have cooled.

However, there is speculation about a potential fight against Vergil Ortiz on February 22 in Saudi Arabia.

Eddie Hearn, Ennis’s promoter, spoke about the possibility of a matchup with Ortiz Jr. Looking ahead to Riyadh Season, Hearn confirmed that they have already had discussions with His Excellency Turki Alalshikh to finalize the fight. He also stated that a fight between Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis and Vergil Ortiz Jr would be a “brilliant fight.”

Jaron Ennis’s future seems to be headed toward a new challenge in a higher division, where he may find the motivation and challenges that push him to show his best version in the ring.Keyshawn Davis calls out lightweight superstars

For now, we’ll have to wait to see what Jaron Ennis’s next move will be, considering potential opponents such as Terence Crawford, Ryan Garcia, and Vergil Ortiz Jr.“It sounds like you’re ready to get out of 147”

Jaron Ennis: “If we can get 1 of these guys(with titles) to stop playing ya let’s make it happen, but if not….154 here I come”#Boxing#EnnisChukhadzhian2 🥊🥊

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— Danny (@dantheboxingman) November 10, 2024

🚨 ENNIS BEATS CHUKHADZHIAN

Jaron Ennis retains his IBF welterweight title with a competitive unanimous decision win (119-107, 117-109, 116-110) over Karen Chukhadzhian

Ennis said in his post-fight interview it might be time for him to move up to 154 pounds. pic.twitter.com/I7tf3j9EGJ

— EverythingBoxing (@EverythingBoxi2) November 10, 2024

Ryan Garcia has weighed in on Jaron Ennis’s recent victory over Karen Chukhadzhian, expressing confidence that he could easily knock out the welterweight champion. The popular Californian boxer took to social media to issue a bold challenge:

“Boots [Jaron Ennis] will get knocked out by me. This ref still sucks. And Eddie [Eddie Hearn] gotta stop calling his fighters legends prematurely,” Garcia wrote on X (formerly Twitter).

In response, Ennis addressed Garcia’s comments in the post-fight press conference, not holding back. “Just bring him on (next). C’mon, all he does is talk and tweet, you know what I’m saying. I’m here to make history. I guarantee you, I’ll put him out… FOR SURE,” Ennis fired back.

The fight took place on November 9, 2024, at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, where Ennis successfully defended his IBF welterweight title. However, the bout wasn’t as one-sided as many had predicted. Chukhadzhian, who had previously been defeated by Ennis, came in more prepared, complicating the champion’s performance. While Ennis retained his title, the fight raised questions among fans, as many expected a more dominant display from the undefeated champion.

Garcia’s comments stirred up further discussion, but they weren’t the only reaction to the bout. Fellow welterweight Terence Crawford, who has a close connection with the division, offered his support to Ennis, advising him to keep improving after a tough fight.

Garcia’s bold statements seem to hint at a possible future showdown with Ennis. Although the two currently compete in different weight classes, Garcia has expressed interest in moving up to challenge Ennis at 147 pounds. Eddie Hearn, Ennis’s promoter, responded with skepticism, suggesting that Garcia and his team are unlikely to take the fight.

"[Laughs] Come on, let’s be real," Hearn said in a recent interview. "There’s no way in a million years they’re going to fight Boots. If they want it, they can come out and fight Boots first fight back for the world welterweight title. No problem. But they won’t, but we’d love to make that fight happen."

While Garcia’s challenge may just be the beginning of a heated rivalry, it has certainly sparked intrigue among boxing fans, who are eager to see if this potential fight could become a reality in the near future.

The World Boxing Organization (WBO) has set the date for the official purse bid for the mandatory middleweight title fight between champion Janibek Alimkhanuly and undefeated challenger Hamzah Sheeraz.

The WBO’s decision comes after failed negotiations between Queensberry Promotions and Top Rank. Both promoters were unable to reach a prior agreement for this highly anticipated championship fight.

Gustavo Olivieri, president of the WBO, stated that all attempts to reach a consensus between both fighters’ teams have been exhausted.

The WBO has scheduled the official purse bid for November 18.

British promoter Frank Warren had previously hinted that Hamzah Sheeraz would be seeking a world title shot by February. Initially, it was not confirmed which champion Sheeraz would face, though the name Carlos Adames was mentioned.However, with the purse bid now set, it appears that Hamzah Sheeraz will ultimately take on Janibek Alimkhanuly.

Hamzah Sheeraz, 25, comes into this fight with an undefeated record of 21 wins, no draws, and no losses. The British fighter has stood out for his knockout power and technical skill in the ring.

His last fight was on September 21, 2024, when he secured a technical knockout victory against Tyler Denny in London, UK. Sheeraz dominated the bout from the first round and finished his opponent in the second, showcasing his impressive form.

On the other hand, Janibek Alimkhanuly, the current WBO and IBF middleweight champion, also enters the matchup unbeaten, with a record of 16-0-0. The Kazakh boxer has proven to be a well-rounded fighter, with a blend of power and technique that makes him a tough opponent to beat.Vergil Ortiz Jr. denies rejecting fight against Jaron Ennis

His most recent fight was on October 4, 2024, against Andrei Mikhailovich in Pyrmont, Australia. Alimkhanuly won by technical knockout in the ninth round, demonstrating his endurance and ability to control the fight until the end.

It is worth noting that Janibek Alimkhanuly has yet to make a mandatory defense of any of his world titles. This adds an extra layer of pressure for the champion, who will look to maintain his reign against a young and hungry challenger like Hamzah Sheeraz.

The November 18 purse bid is expected to determine the financial and logistical terms of the fight, including the purse split and the promoter in charge

The WBO has now set a November 18 purse bid date for their ordered Middleweight mandatory bout between champion Janibek Alimkhanuly and challenger Hamzah Sheeraz. pic.twitter.com/GM3jlBsFJM

After Jesse Rodriguez successfully defended his WBC super flyweight title, an undefeated world champion issued a bold challenge to the American boxer. The fighter took to his Instagram Stories to publicly call out Rodriguez for a unification bout.

In his official Instagram Stories, the current WBA super flyweight champion, Puma Martinez, who holds an undefeated record of 17 wins (0 losses, 0 draws), didn’t hold back and targeted Jesse Rodriguez, who also remains unbeaten with 21 wins (0 losses, 0 draws).

“He saw me fight Ioka, and now he doesn’t mention me anymore. Why don’t you say you want to fight me? After Ioka on December 31, I’m ready for you. Do you want to unify or not?? @espnknockout @210bam,” wrote Martinez on Instagram.The Argentine boxer continued his challenge, insisting that Jesse Rodriguez avoided him after watching him fight in Japan:

“You mentioned me so much, but then when you went to see me in Japan against Ioka, you didn’t say anything. Now you’re dodging me? Come on, unify! I’m waiting here. Let’s make it happen in 2025. @210bam @espnknockout,” challenged Puma Martinez.

Jesse Rodriguez shined in his latest bout, where he successfully defended his WBC super flyweight title. The fight took place on November 9, 2024, at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, USA. Rodriguez defeated Mexican boxer Pedro Guevara with a brutal uppercut in the third round, once again showcasing his dominance in the division. His performance impressed both the audience and boxing experts.

For his part, Puma Martinez’s last appearance was in an intense bout against Japan’s Kazuto Ioka on July 7, 2024, in Tokyo, Japan. In that fight, Martinez became the WBA super flyweight world champion by defeating Ioka via unanimous decision after 12 rounds.

Since then, Martinez has not made a mandatory title defense, but his intention to unify titles became evident with his recent challenge to Jesse Rodriguez. The Argentine has shown his interest in facing the best in the division and does not seem willing to wait long to prove his supremacy.

A clash between Martinez and Rodriguez would be a high-caliber matchup in the super flyweight division, and both fans and analysts are already speculating about the possibility of it taking place in 2025. With both champions undefeated and at the peak of their careers, the fight could become one of the most anticipated events of next year.Carl Froch makes controversial prediction ahead of Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson

So far, neither Jesse Rodriguez nor his team have responded to Puma Martinez’s public challenge. However, the pressure from the Argentine boxer and the buzz on social media could accelerate negotiations to make this highly anticipated unification fight a reality.“Me vio pelear con loka y ahora ya no me nombra más, ¿por qué no decís que querés pelear conmigo? Después de loka el 31 de diciembre ya estoy listo para vos, ¿querés unificar o no?”

World champion Terence Crawford has weighed in following Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis’ recent win. The November 9, 2024, bout at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia saw Ennis, the IBF welterweight champion, successfully defend his title against Ukrainian challenger Karen Chukhadzhia.

Crawford shared his thoughts on X (formerly Twitter), offering Ennis both praise and caution:

“@JaronEnnis I did see the fight, but I heard about it. Stay focused and keep working on your craft. Every night's not going to be the same. Never get too comfortable in this game if you're trying to get to the mecca of the sport. Stay on your mission because all it takes is 1 slip up,” Crawford wrote.

The boxing community saw Crawford’s words as a reminder of the sport’s inherent unpredictability. Ennis’ rematch with Chukhadzhia was more challenging than anticipated, despite his previous victory. This time, Chukhadzhia entered the ring better prepared, making it difficult for Ennis to secure an easy win.

During the fight, Ennis absorbed more punches than expected as Chukhadzhia’s persistent pressure temporarily disrupted his rhythm. However, Ennis maintained his composure and managed to knock down his opponent in the fifth round, showcasing his power. The match concluded with a unanimous decision win for Ennis, scored 119-107, 117-109, and 116-110.

Despite retaining his title, Ennis’ performance was met with mixed reactions, as fans anticipated a more dominant display. Analysts commended Chukhadzhia for his significant improvements in strategy and technique since their first bout.

On the same fight card, Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez delivered an electrifying performance, defending his WBC super flyweight title against Mexican veteran Pedro Guevara. Rodriguez’s swift third-round uppercut secured the knockout, displaying his blend of speed, precision, and power. His impressive victory earned him the spotlight and overshadowed Ennis’ harder-fought win.

Crawford’s message underlines the importance of constant vigilance and dedication in boxing. For Ennis, the path to reaching the sport’s highest level, as Crawford described, will require refining his craft and staying sharp—because one slip could change everything.

After beating Anthony Joshua and becoming the IBF world heavyweight champion, the stock of Daniel Dubois has never been higher.

The manner of the stunning knockout has propelled Dubois back to the elite of the heavyweight landscape.

Daniel Dubois is once again a box office attraction.

What that ultimately means is that fight fans want to know who the 27-year-old will be fighting next.

For the longest time, it was expected that there would be a rematch between AJ and Dubois in February 2025.

However, that rematch has been nixed for the time being with Daniel Dubois commenting on it to confirm the status of it.

So the next question is, who is the man who will Dubois will be facing instead?

A number of names have been thrown into the mix.

Martin Bakole has recently had his name thrown into the hat.

Fabio Wardley is another, but Wardley has been advised to wait for that fight rather than take it now.

exclusively revealed that Zhilei Zhang was also up for the challenge.

One of the most prominent names has been New Zealand heavyweight Joseph Parker.Keyshawn Davis vs. Gustavo Lemos: Weigh-In Update

Parker was written off by many after losing to the likes of Anthony Joshua, Dillian Whyte and Joe Joyce.

However, stunning wins against Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang have revitalised his career.

That’s why Joseph Parker was named as a potential opponent for Daniel Dubois too.

And it seems that we know now who the preferred opponent for Dubois is.

Sky Sports report that Joseph Parker is the fighter that is most preferred to fight Daniel Dubois next.

With the AJ fight now off the table, at least for February, this is the most likely fight for that date.

Despite Parker rehabilitating his image with his recent wins, Dubois will surely go into that fight as overwhelming favourite.

However, that shouldn’t write off Joseph Parker.

And Daniel Dubois knows better than most to not count out the underdog.

Just like he did against Joshua in their clash, an underdog in the heavyweight division can be crowned winner easily if they connect their opponent well enough.

Jaron "Boots" Ennis (32-0) is undeniably one of boxing's brightest rising stars, and his recent rematch win over Karen Chukhadzhian (24-2) has only furthered that reputation. Ennis was expected to show an even better performance this time around, following his earlier dominance of the IBF mandatory challenger. However, despite a decisive fifth-round knockdown, Ennis’ display raised some questions, especially about his defensive lapses.

In the rematch, Chukhadzhian came out with a more aggressive approach, capitalizing on the openings Ennis left in his defense. While Boots did eventually grow into the fight, he was tagged too often for a fighter of his caliber, especially considering Chukhadzhian’s status as a 20/1 underdog. Despite the knockdown and a point deduction for Chukhadzhian, Ennis’ performance was far from flawless. The Ukrainian challenger had his moments, making the fight less impressive than expected for a fighter as hyped as Boots.

With his lack of defensive refinement on display, the question has been raised: Is it time for Ennis to move up to 154lbs? The move could open doors to high-profile matchups, but if his defensive vulnerabilities are present at super-welterweight, they could become even more costly against heavier hitters. Ennis' power and speed are unquestionable, but the key to his success lies in tightening up his defense.

This is where a potential fight with Terence "Bud" Crawford becomes especially concerning. Crawford, who has proven himself at the highest levels of both welterweight and light-middleweight, is a master tactician with the ability to exploit even the slightest openings. Against someone like Bud, who has an impeccable defense and can adjust mid-fight, Ennis’ current shortcomings could be magnified. Crawford's experience and fight IQ would likely overwhelm the young contender, even at 147lbs, and especially if the fight moves up to 154lbs.

Ennis may still be a rising star with limitless potential, but until he addresses his defensive lapses, the thought of him beating Crawford remains unrealistic. If he can't solve the defensive problems that allowed Chukhadzhian to land clean shots, it’s hard to imagine him having the tools to deal with a fighter as complete as Bud Crawford.

As Ennis looks to move forward, his next steps will be critical. If he decides to pursue the dream of unifying the 147lb division, he’ll have to fix his defensive holes first. Otherwise, jumping up in weight may expose him to even bigger challenges, especially against power-punching, tactically sound fighters like Crawford. Until then, it's hard to see how Boots could overcome the puzzle that is Terence Crawford—at any weight.

Mike Tyson is arguably the greatest man to ever enter a boxing ring. However, at 58 years old he is returning to the ring to face Jake Paul. He has named the key difference between him and his opponent.

The fight will take place next Friday at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

Despite once being the explosive, powerful ‘Iron Man’, Tyson is certainly not what he once was, which has led many within the sport to fear for his health going into this fight.

None other than ‘The Cobra’ Carl Froch has come out in disgust when asked about what he thinks about the fight.

Jake Paul, once a Youtuber has in the past few years pursued a career in boxing.

Despite fighting the likes of Nate Diaz and Tommy Fury, Paul has never faced any boxer who is currently at a top level.

This had led to the likes of Matchroom’s Eddie Hearn labelling him an ‘average’ boxer, which Paul has not taken well.

The pair were set to face off back in July, however after Tyson suffered an injury resulting in him being hospitalised, the fight was postponed.

Controversially, the fight is set to be a licensed professional bout, with eight two-minute rounds, with neither fighter wearing head guards.Carl Froch makes controversial prediction ahead of Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson

It is incredible to think that Tyson could have a defeat on his professional record handed to him by a former Youtuber.

On the newly released Netflix show ‘Countdown: Paul vs. Tyson’, Tyson has made it clear what he feels the key difference between himself and Paul is.

”There’s a fundamental difference between me and Jake, he’s a manufactured killer.”

”Television and papers made him a killer, he’s manufactured.”

“I’m a natural born killer, that’s the difference.”

Tyson has said the difference between himself and his opponent is that he is a born killer, whereas Paul is not.

Fight fans will be hoping that the legendary fighter suffers no injuries in this fight and the majority of fans are suggesting that the result will not have any impact on his legacy.

WBA cruiserweight world champion Gilberto Ramirez returns to the ring next Saturday when he faces WBO champion Chris Billam-Smith in an unification clash on the next installment of ‘Riyadh Season’. His promoter, Golden Boy’s Oscar De La Hoya has claimed that by the end of his career, he will go down as one of the greatest men to entire the sport of boxing.

Ramirez’s only defeat of his career to date came in 2022 against Dmitry Bivol, however this was at super-middleweight.

The Mexican has since moved up to cruiserweight, picking up two wide point decision victories, including a triumph over Arsen Goulamirian back in March when he claimed his WBA strap.

His opponent, ‘CBS’, is in red-hot form and will be looking to produce another upset victory – something he has done continuously over his career.

The Bournemouth-born sensation, became world champion by defeating former stablemate Lawrence Okolie at the stadium of his beloved A.F.C Bournemouth back in 2023.

He has since gone on to claim wins over Mateusz Masternak and Richard Riakporhe.

Ramirez has been very outspoken about where he wants to get to in his career, notably he has mentioned the name Oleksandr Usyk as a potential opponent.Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson; full card preview, rules, time and how to watch

His promoter, De La Hoya, speaking to DAZN’s The Roundtable has suggested that a fight with the current three-belt heavyweight champion, could put him amongst the greats.

“I’m excited not because of him unifying, but because of the fact Zurdo is talking about Usyk, and Usyk coming back down to cruiserweight.”

“That’s pretty exciting. He doesn’t like to show off what he’s accomplished. But when all is said and done, I think we’re going to call him one of the all-time greats.

“If he unifies this title, then imagine him fighting Usyk. If something miraculous happens and he beats him, then you have a legendary fighter.”

Ramirez has said that he is happy to fight at any weight to make the fight with Uysk.

Usyk returns on December 21st in his rematch against Tyson Fury out in Saudi Arabia, on the final ‘Riyadh Season’ card of the year.

#GilbertoRamirez #ChrisBillamSmith #CruiserweightUnification #WBAChampion #BoxingNews #OscarDeLaHoya #RiyadhSeason #BoxingGreats #OleksandrUsyk #BoxingLegends

Carl Froch has never exactly seen eye to eye with Jake Paul, on many occasions, he has even asked the American to call him out. Now ahead of Jake Paul’s fight with legendary ‘Iron Man’ Mike Tyson, he has offered a controversial prediction on how the fight will play out.

The fight itself is hugely controversial, as despite once being one of the most feared men in the entire world, Tyson is 58 years old now.

Therefore many within boxing are not only wary of him losing, but they are fearful of how it may affect his health.

In 2020, Tyson did return to the ring in an exhibition fight against fellow hall of famer, Roy Jones Jr.

However, everyone knew there was little risk of either man getting hurt due to it not being in a professional ring.

Furthermore, his fight with Paul was originally postponed due to an injury he himself sustained.

Despite this, the fight taking place next Friday at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, is a professionally licensed bout.

There will be eight two-minute rounds, with no headgear worn and knockouts are permitted.

Former three-belt world super middleweight champion, who famously fought in front of ‘80,000 at Wembley’ Carl Froch has suggested something rather significant regarding the fight’s result.Eddie Hearn outlines Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis plans

Speaking to GB News Froch said, “Paul can’t lose. It’s in the contract, he can’t lose. He is a useless w****r.”

Froch then went on to give his opinion on whether a loss for Tyson would damage his legacy.

“I think (Paul) he’s unlikely to grab the microphone and start bragging after beating up an old man. If he does, he really does have more deluded energy than I thought.”

“Mike Tyson is an iconic name after what he achieved in the sport when he was physically fit and capable, but not at the age of 58.”

Froch has suggested that it is in the contract that Jake Paul cannot lose the fight.

Moreover, he has said that whatever happens regarding the fight, Tyson’s legacy will remain intact.

The fight will be shown exclusively on Netflix as part of a subscription for fans to watch from around the world.

#JakePaul #MikeTyson #CarlFroch #BoxingControversy #TysonVsPaul #BoxingNews #MikeTysonLegacy #JakePaulFight #BoxingPredictions #NetflixBoxing

Last night, Keyshawn Davis produced a career-best performance, knocking out Gustavo Lemos in the second round. Speaking after his statement victory, he called out the biggest names in the lightweight division.

The talk before his latest outing was all about how Lemos could provide the toughest test of his career.

Moreover, to make things tougher for Davis, on Thursday’s weigh-in, his opponent came in overweight by a mammoth 6.4lbs.

However, the fight still went ahead after Lemos met the rehydration limit on Friday morning.

He knocked his man down in the second round, before turning to dance in the corner whilst his opponent rose to his feet.

Davis then followed this up by brutally stopping the Argentinian, handing him his first stoppage defeat of his career

The highly decorated amateur has claimed many times that he will be ‘the face of boxing’ within the next five years.

He certainly is not shy and by producing showings like last night, this could potentially become a reality.

As a result of his victory, he has potentially set himself up for a world title shot, after in the latest WBO convention, it was announced that the winner would most likely be made mandatory challenger for champion, Denys Berinchyk.Keyshawn Davis scores statement knockout to edge towards world title shot

In the ring after the fight, he was not exactly shy when it came to who he wanted next.

“I honestly thought Lemos was going to put up a stronger challenge than Berinchyk but I knocked him out in the second round, so we’ll see what Berinchyk’s got to put up.”

“A world title is definitely going to be next. 2025, we’ve got big, big plans for everybody in the boxing world.”

“Hey Gevonta – knock, knock.”

Davis called out current WBO lightweight champion, Berinchyk and WBA super lightweight champion, Gervonta Davis.

He has called out fellow self-proclaimed ‘face of boxing’, Gervonta Davis before and just this week fuel was added to the fire when Gervonta leaked DM’s between the pairing.

It makes sense for Davis to fight Berinchyk next, due to potentially becoming mandatory for his belt, and this would be an easier fight than Gervonta Davis.

However, Keyshawn and Gervonta’s paths will likely at some point meet in the future.

#KeyshawnDavis #BoxingKnockout #GustavoLemos #WBOChampion #BerinchykVsDavis #GervontaDavis #BoxingFuture #TitleShot #LightweightDivision #FaceOfBoxing

After confirmation that Anthony Joshua will not rematch Daniel Dubois in February due to picking up an injury, his promoter Eddie Hearn has now revealed the specifics of the injury.

Joshua was demolished on September 21st by Dubois in front of a record Wembley crowd.

He was knocked down four times and the fight was stopped in the fifth round.

Despite failing to join an exclusive club of heavyweights to become three-time champion, it was expected that he would have the opportunity again by rematching his opponent straight away.

However, it was revealed that he was injured and would be unable to be ready for a proposed February date.

Now his promoter Eddie Hearn, speaking to The Stomping Ground, has shed light on why Joshua cannot make this date.

“There’s no major injury. Every fighter has niggles in camp, especially when you’re a heavyweight who trains every day and spars really hard.”British Boxing Board of Control releases statement on Conor Benn’s Future

“There’s nothing that’s going to be a long-term problem. For a turnaround after a five or six-week break after a defeat like that, it’s just not possible to be a hundred percent.”

“That’s all. There’s no tear in the bicep, there’s just wear-and-tear that means he cannot go into a training camp with the same intensity that he would want to.”

Eddie Hearn has said that there is no major injury to Joshua, however due to the manor of the defeat, his body needs longer to recover than it normally would.

Moreover, ‘AJ’ is 35 years old, therefore fights are likely to take more out of him than they would have a few years ago.

For Daniel Dubois, this fight solidified his status as IBF heavyweight champion after he previously was granted the title following Oleksandr Uysk being forced to vacate.

The champion is set to return to the ring in the first quarter of 2025, with the likes of Zhilei Zhang, Joseph Parker, and Martin Bakole being mentioned as potential opponents.

For Joshua, he will most likely be ready by the summer when the rematch could take place or we could finally see the greatly anticipated clash against Tyson Fury.

#AnthonyJoshua #DanielDubois #HeavyweightBoxing #EddieHearn #BoxingNews #JoshuaInjury #BoxingRematch #IBFChampion #TysonFuryVsJoshua #Boxing2025

Yesterday, WBC lightweight world champion Shakur Stevenson confirmed he will be facing his mandatory challenger, William Zepeda (31-0) in February. Now after a fresh demand from Golden Boy’s Oscar De La Hoya, he has accepted the proposal, despite it potentially being a huge disadvantage for him.

Stevenson is one of the most talented fighters in the world, however, he does not have the profile to match his ability.

Despite only being 27 years old, he is already a three-weight world champion.

He picked up his WBC strap in November 2023 in a famously dull encounter against Edwin De Los Santos.

De Los Santos picked up the unwanted record of landing just 40 punches, the fewest number of punches landed in a twelve-round fight since 1985.

Since then, Stevenson defended his WBC belt in July against Artem Harutyunyan and was set to fight Joe Cordina on the Beterbiev-Bivol Riyadh Season card.

However, after an injury to the Welshman, the American was without a fight.

It was then expected that he would face his mandatory, Zepeda, before the end of the year.

However, after the Mexican previously asked for more time to prepare, he went ahead and agreed to fight Tevin Farmer (33-6-1), which takes place on the Ramirez-CBS card next weekend.Gervonta Davis and Ryan Garcia fuel rematch talk

Nevertheless, assuming Zepeda comes through his fight, he will be fighting Stevenson in February.

Zepeda’s promoter, Oscar De La Hoya, has come out and demanded a smaller ring if he is to fight Stevenson.

This is because the Mexican fights on the front foot, whereas his rival is much more defensive and would benefit from a bigger ring due to being able to move around.

However, Stevenson has accepted these terms.

#ShakurStevenson #WilliamZepeda #WBCChampion #BoxingNews #StevensonVsZepeda #GoldenBoyBoxing #OscarDeLaHoya #BoxingMandatories #LightweightTitle #BoxingFight

Tokyo 2020 silver medallist Keyshawn Davis has been an obvious threat to the lightweight world champions since turning professional back in 2021. However, the Norfolk-born sensation may well have just moved into a position to challenge for the throne after he scored an authoritative knockout over Gustavo Lemos.

Davis famously picked up a trifecta of silver medals as an amateur at the 2019 Pan American Games, 2019 World Championships and at the Olympics the following year – losing in the final of all three tournaments to Cuba’s Andy Cruz, who he seems destined to meet as a professional in the coming years.

Over the last couple of years in the professional ranks , Davis has increased the level of his opposition and proven that he is capable of achieving success in the lightweight division, knocking out former world title challenger Anthony Yigit and two-division world champion Jose Pedraza.

However, this weekend appeared to be Davis’ toughest test on paper, as ‘The Businessman’ geared up to take on Argentina’s Gustavo Lemos (29-1), who’s lone career defeat came in a controversial defeat to well-respected super-lightweight Richardson Hitchins.

Ranked at #6 with the IBF, Lemos was expected to give Davis a serious run for his money in what was a homecoming bout for the latter at the Scope Arena in Norfolk, although things took a dramatic turn during fight week.

Lemos astonishingly missed weight by over six pounds on Wednesday but with Davis lobbying for a world title shot, the 25-year-old prospect decided to proceed with the bout against ‘El Electrico’, in spite of the away fighter’s weight advantages.Keyshawn Davis’ opponent misses weight by huge margin

Come fight night, Lemos was made to pay for his ill preparation, as Davis floored the Buenos Aires-based contender with a left-hook in the second-round that left him on wobbly legs.THAT’S HOW YOU FINISH THE HOMECOMING!@KeyshawnDavis8 gets a brutal KO in Round 2. pic.twitter.com/8XtvJAgtlV

— Top Rank Boxing (@trboxing) November 9, 2024

After stumbling into the corner like a drunken man on a high street, Lemos got back to his feet, but could only do so for five more seconds of action as Davis sent him crashing into the canvas once again with an eye-catching three-punch combination that resulted in the referee bringing the contest to a close.

Positioned amongst the top three contenders with all but one sanctioning body before the career-best win, Davis seems well-poised to get an opportunity to challenge for world honours upon his next outing and deservedly so after a coming of age display that has put the 135lb division on notice.

In a recent interview with Boxing News, Bozy Ennis, trainer and father of boxer Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis, claimed that Vergil Ortiz Jr.’s team rejected an offer to face his son. According to Ennis, the offer was declined just a few days ago, although he could not confirm whether Golden Boy Promotions made the decision.

During the interview, the interviewer asked if Jaron Ennis’ team would be interested in fighting Vergil Ortiz Jr. at the super welterweight division. Bozy Ennis’ response was clear: “They already asked about that and they said they turned it down.”

When asked if Golden Boy Promotions made the decision, Bozy Ennis said he wasn’t sure, but emphasized, “We’ll fight him in a heartbeat.”

Boots’ father also clarified that the rejection of the offer happened just a few days ago, hinting that Ortiz Jr.’s team may not be willing to face his son at this time.

Bozy Ennis’ statements quickly prompted a reaction. Oscar De La Hoya, founder of Golden Boy Promotions, responded swiftly on his official X account, categorically denying Ennis’ claims.

“Bullshit 😂😂 we will see who turns it down when the 17’ by 17’ foot ring is in play,” Oscar De La Hoya wrote on X.Vergil Ortiz Jr. himself intervened in the controversy to clarify the situation.

Through his official X account, Ortiz Jr. expressed his surprise at Bozy Ennis’ statements, stating that it was the first time he had heard of this offer and reaffirmed his willingness to face any high-level opponent.

“First time I’m hearing about this lol I’m always down for a great fight, I didn’t turn anything down!” Ortiz Jr. wrote on X.

Although rumors about a fight between Vergil Ortiz Jr. and Jaron Ennis have been circulating, nothing has been confirmed yet.

Ortiz Jr.’s trainer, Robert Garcia, told Boxing Scene that the fight could take place on February 22, during the Riyadh season in Saudi Arabia. If true, the bout could mark Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis’ debut at super welterweight, where he would challenge Vergil Ortiz Jr. for the WBC interim title.Martin Bakole ready to face Daniel Dubois

For now, fans will have to wait for an official confirmation while both teams continue their back-and-forth statements.First time I’m hearing about this lol I’m always down for a great fight, I didn’t turn anything down! https://t.co/t1onWn3HhG

In a recent update, WBO President Gustavo Olivieri revealed that Queensberry Promotions and Top Rank failed to reach an agreement for the mandatory middleweight title fight.

The World Boxing Organization (WBO) had ordered the bout between Janibek Alimkhanuly and Hamzah Sheeraz.

Previously, the WBO President asked both teams to send an email requesting a one-week extension.

The deadline was extended until November 11, after which the championship committee would vote on their request.

Since the terms were not finalized, the fight will now be decided through an official purse bid.

Additionally, it was stated that the minimum bid for the fight is set at $200,000.

The purse bid will ultimately determine the terms of the bout, including the purse split and the promoter in charge.

Promoter Frank Warren recently hinted that Hamzah Sheeraz will aim for the world title in February.

The middleweight division currently features three major champions, opening up the possibility for Sheeraz to face different opponents.Keyshawn Davis vs. Gustavo Lemos: Weigh-In Update

Among the most likely options, Janibek Alimkhanuly emerges as a strong candidate. The Kazakh fighter holds an undefeated record of 16 wins and no losses.

On the other hand, another potential opponent for this fight is Carlos Adames. Adames, with a record of 24 wins and only one loss, has proven his worth in recent bouts.

According to Warren, the expected date for the fight is February 22. However, he did not confirm if Sheeraz will ultimately face Janibek Alimkhanuly or another contender.

In any case, Hamzah Sheeraz will face a champion in February, entering the ring with an impeccable record of 21 wins and no losses.Official: WBO Middleweight Division Zhanibek/Sheeraz. Be advised @Queensberry & @trboxing jointly petitioned an extension of the negotiation period. #WBO Committee granted the extension. Therefore, agreement must be reached no later than Monday, Nov. 4 @ 4:00 pm (AST).

Queensberry and Top Rank were unable to agree terms for the WBO-ordered Middleweight title Mandatory bout between Janibek Alimkhanuly and Hamzah Sheeraz. The fight will now head to purse bids. pic.twitter.com/BZaYA2eaZm

Renowned boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has mapped out an ambitious path for Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis, who aims to conquer the welterweight division in 2025. The undefeated American boxer plans to stay in his current weight class before considering a potential move up.

This Saturday, Ennis is scheduled to make the second defense of his IBF title against Karen Chukhadzhian. The bout will be the main event of an action-packed card at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, broadcast live on DAZN.

In addition to Ennis, the event will feature Mexican-American Jesse “Bam” Rodríguez, who will face Pedro Guevara in the co-main event for the WBC and Ring Magazine Super Flyweight titles.

Ennis holds an undefeated record of 32 wins, 0 losses, and 0 draws. He has knocked out 29 of his 32 opponents, cementing his status as one of the most dominant welterweights in the division.

Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis’ most recent fight took place against David Avanesyan on July 13, 2024, in Philadelphia, USA. Ennis defeated Avanesyan by technical knockout in the fifth round.

With this upcoming fight, the goal is to maintain his dominance and add to his victories before closing out the year. Despite rumors of a potential move to super welterweight, Eddie Hearn clarified in a recent interview with Oscar Bevis from “The Stomping Ground that the immediate plan is to dominate the welterweight division.

“When this mandatory [defense] was called, we had to make a decision. He said [he wanted to] win the championships at 147, so we stayed here,” Hearn expressed.Huge fight ruled out for Naoya Inoue; likely to be stripped of world title

The team’s plan is clear: fulfill the mandatory defense against Chukhadzhian and then target unification fights in 2025. Eddie Hearn mentioned possible opponents, including champions Mario Barrios (WBC), Eimantas Stanionis (WBA), and Brian Norman Jr. (WBO).

“If we have to move to [super welterweight] in the meantime, to have a little monster fight, no problem also. But the priority for him is to pick up the other belts at 147,” stated Hearn.

It is worth noting that Ennis was elevated to IBF world champion in 2023 after Terence Crawford vacated the title upon moving up to the super welterweight division.

With four current champions in the welterweight division, Jaron Ennis finds himself in a prime position to set up a unification bout next year. A victory over Chukhadzhian this weekend could pave the way for a showdown against another champion or a high-level contender.