Robson Conceicao and O’Shaquie Foster have battled to two split-decision’s within the last four months, with this weekend’s showdown for the WBC super-featherweight strap levelling the scores. Still, despite sharing 24 rounds with the American, Conceicao is not yet ready to move on just yet.

A Rio 2016 silver medallist, ‘Nino’ had failed in three attempts at world honours prior to his meeting with Foster back in July and the Brazilian seemed destined to finish his career as a ‘nearly-man’ as the now 36-year-old assumable edged towards the twilight of his career.

However, Conceicao was the beneficiary of one of 2024’s most controversial judging decisions when his hand was raised against Foster this summer, somehow claiming a split-decision win to finally be crowned as a world champion.

This weekend, Foster and Conceicao went toe-to-toe once again and in an ironically much more even affair, despite an improved performance from the champion this time around, it was Foster who was deemed to have done enough to reclaim the super-featherweight throne.

During the post-fight interview, Conceicao beamed with pride at his display and labelled it as one of his best performances, regardless of the fact that he lost his belt, as per Boxing News.

“I’m happy because I know what I did in the ring,”Naoya Inoue signs lucrative deal with Riyadh Season

“I know that I did a good job, so it’s no reason to be sad. … I think it’s one of my best performances. And I know that I did a good job. I trained really well for it. The fight was tough, and it was close, but I know that I did a good job.”

Additionally, the now 19-3-1 130lber from Bahia went on to call for a trilogy fight between he and Foster, hoping that the Texan would show the same willingness that was offered to him after their first encounter.

“If he accepts the rematch, just like I gave him the rematch, and I think he should show that same amount of respect, so we can do another fight. Right now, we’re still 1-1.”

Foster now holds wins over Robson Conceicao, Rey Vargas, ‘Rocky’ Hernandez and Abraham Nova and can arguably be considered as the main player in the super-featherweight division.

Yet, ‘Ice Water’ still has a long way to go if he is to truly stamp his authority on the weight-class and attempt to become the first undisputed super-featherweight champion since Hiroshi Kobayashi in 1969, requiring wins against fellow title-holders; Anthony Cacace (IBF), Emanuel Navarrete (WBO) and Lamont Roach Jr. (WBA) – all of whom have fights scheduled.

The light-heavyweight division is one that has been under the spotlight during 2024, as Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol went toe-to-toe in the first ever four-belt undisputed title contest at 175lbs. Now, Matchroom Boxing have announced that they have signed a contender at the weight who looks set to challenge for a light-heavyweight world title during 2025.

Beterbiev and Bivol engaged in tactical warfare in Riyadh last month, with Beterbiev doing enough to claim a legendary yet controversial majority-decision victory in the eyes of the judges, much to the disappointment of Bivol.

As a result of their razor-tight first encounter, demands for a rematch between Beterbiev and Bivol seem to have been answered and it is widely expected that the pair will meet again during 2025 – although it is not expected to be for the undisputed crown this time around.

Instead, Beterbiev has been ordered to defend his titles against lesser-known IBF mandatory challenger, Michael Eifert, and it is assumed by many that the Russian will opt to vacate the IBF strap rather than go ahead with the fight.

If the 39-year-old does decide to drop the belt, Eifert will likely face off with the next highest ranked IBF contender for the vacant world title – which is presently world Australia’s Conor Wallace (14-1).

Today it has been confirmed that Wallace has signed a promotional deal with Matchroom Boxing in partnership with Goldstar Promotions and Tasman Fighters ahead of his potential shot at world honours, which Wallace described as his ‘ultimate goal’ following the announcement.

“I’m very excited,”

“I’ve dreamt about being a World Champion since I was a young boy. That is my ultimate goal.”Deontay Wilder’s trainer labels upcoming title unification fight as a ‘mismatch’

Meanwhile, world-renowned promoter of Matchroom Boxing, Eddie Hearn, piled further plaudits on the 28-year-old southpaw.

“This is a fantastic signing for us – and one we are thrilled to be working alongside Mick Francis at Tasman Fighters and Spencer Brown at Goldstar.

“There is no denying Conor’s ability and certainly it is going to be hard to stop him. I can see an incredibly bright future for him in the ring and there are many big fights ahead in a division that promises to deliver more fireworks in 2025.”

Finally, Mick Francis of Tasman Fighters, who has promoted Wallace throughout his career, spoke of his delight at the partnership and looked forward to future fights as the A-side around the world.

“I can’t think of a better partnership in boxing and gives Conor the opportunity to fight here in Australia and around the world as the home side. We are all looking forward to the future.”

Before Wallace can focus on any possible world title showdown against Eifert, he must first retain his world ranking by overcoming undefeated South African Asemahle Wellem (7-0-1) as he headlines a card on his Matchroom debut on Wednesday, December 11th in Australia.

Also appearing on the bill is highly-rated heavyweight Justis Huni (10-0), who is ranked as the #5 contender with the WBO and faces off with Argentina’s Leandro Daniel Robutti (11-6) in the co-main event.

Naoya Inoue is widely regarded as the pound-for-pound number one in boxing and is one of only three fighters to have achieved multi-divisional undisputed champion status since the inception of the four-belt era. Following his remarkable success, Inoue has seized the opportunity presented by the recent influx of Saudi investment in boxing, signing a lucrative deal with Turki Al-Alshikh and Riyadh Season.

Inoue has been on an incredible run over the past few years, extending his streak to 23 consecutive world title contests, all of which he has won. He has ascended through the ranks from light-flyweight to super-bantamweight, but it was at 118 pounds where he truly made his mark, defeating the legendary Nonito Donaire twice before knocking out Paul Butler to claim the undisputed bantamweight title in late 2022.

Since his victory over Butler, Inoue moved up to 122 pounds, where he halted unified champions Stephen Fulton and Marlon Tapales, becoming the undisputed super-bantamweight champion. He has successfully defended his title twice in 2024, demonstrating his dominance in the sport. "Moving up another division and dominating a fighter like Fulton is stupendous. Goodness me, Inoue is the monster everyone is saying he is," noted one observer.

Looking ahead, Inoue is scheduled to make a third defense of his titles against Australia’s Sam Goodman on Christmas Eve. In conjunction with this, it has been announced that he has signed a deal with Riyadh Season reportedly worth around £15 million, although there are no requirements for him to fight in Saudi Arabia as part of the agreement.

Turki Al-Alshikh expressed his pride, stating, “Inoue is the best and strongest boxer of all time. He has a great interest in Japan and the Japanese market. I hope he will be a good and important ambassador for Saudi Arabia and Riyadh Season.”

Inoue has indicated that he is open to the idea of fighting in Saudi Arabia but emphasized that his 2025 plans remain undecided, despite promoter Bob Arum's comments suggesting otherwise. “I think it’s all about timing. This year’s fight against Goodman has been decided. I don’t know what will happen next year. If I can fight in Saudi Arabia, I’ll just live up to those expectations,” he said.

There are also possibilities for Riyadh Season to host events in Tokyo to support their new recruit or stage a highly anticipated fight in the United States in early 2025, potentially against Murodjon Akhmadaliev.

For now, Inoue is focused on his upcoming bout against Goodman on December 24, but what unfolds in 2025 could be a pivotal moment for boxing, as the sport’s biggest stars may consider signing official and lucrative deals with Al-Alshikh’s Saudi promotion.

The renowned boxing promoter Queensberry Promotions, known for its role in developing world champions and led by veteran Frank Warren, has announced an unprecedented agreement with DAZN, the international sports platform. This multi-year deal will establish DAZN as the new and exclusive home for Queensberry events, ensuring fans unparalleled access to elite boxing matches.

Starting April 1, 2025, DAZN will become the exclusive broadcast partner for Queensberry Promotions worldwide. The collaboration promises to bring Queensberry fighters’ matches to a global audience, marking a new era for high-level boxing.This agreement not only positions DAZN as the epicenter of Queensberry Promotions fights but also strengthens fan access to professional boxing.

During the official announcement, Frank Warren, who has been in the boxing business for nearly five decades,

“I’ve never being afraid about shaking things up and working with new media, pay-per-view, and satellite television,” he commented. He also highlighted his pride in having promoted some of the biggest names in the sport. “I’ve been lucky enough to promote some of the biggest names in boxing,” he emphasized.

For Warren, the alliance with DAZN represents a unique opportunity to expand boxing and offer quality content on a global level. He reiterated his commitment to the sport and his vision to strengthen boxing through strategic partnerships, affirming that working together will be essential for the development of professional boxing.

“They have a worldwide platform, and for us, that is very, very important to do what Queensberry is doing—to be expanding and building, working together for the betterment of boxing as I believe it will be,” Warren stated.Lawrence Okolie wants Anthony Joshua fight

With DAZN and Queensberry Promotions, fans around the world will gain access to high-quality fights and closely follow the careers of the most talented boxers. The partnership between Queensberry and DAZN aims to set new standards in sports broadcasting and deliver a unique experience for the audience.Queensberry is coming to DAZN 

Following his recent triumph in the ring, Floyd Schofield has taken to social media with a strong message. The undefeated American boxer, who now holds a record of 18 wins, 0 losses, and 0 draws, made it clear he’s ambitious about facing the biggest names in his division. On his official X account (formerly Twitter), Schofield took aim at some of the top contenders and revealed an unexpected change to his contract just moments before his fight.

On November 2, Schofield faced Mexican fighter René Téllez Girón in a match held in Las Vegas, USA. During the fight, Schofield showcased his technical skill and resilience, defeating Téllez Girón by unanimous decision after 12 rounds.Floyd Schofield revealed he had initially prepared for a 10-round fight but was notified in the locker room that his contract had been altered to 12 rounds.

In his post on X, Schofield expressed, “We were scheduled and trained for 10 rounds, but in the locker room they changed my contract to 12 rounds and had us initial. So keep sleeping on KID if you want. All this experience he is gaining will make him the greatest ever.”

Schofield, who has knocked down 12 of his 18 opponents, has caught the public’s and critics’ attention with his impressive skills and determination. At just 21 years old, the boxer sees the future as a challenge full of opportunities, where he hopes to face the best of his generation.

Schofield’s post on X also included a direct challenge to notable figures in current boxing. In his message, he tagged Gervonta Davis, Shakur Stevenson, and Keyshawn Davis, sending a clear message: “@Gervontaa @ShakurStevenson @KeyshawnDavis8… you all can get it. Time is on our side, not yours.”

Among the possible opponents Floyd Schofield could face next are renowned names such as Keyshawn Davis, Shakur Stevenson, William Zepeda, Joseph ‘Jo Jo’ Díaz, and Tevin Farmer. Each of these matches would represent a significant challenge for Schofield, who continues to climb the ranks and aims to establish himself as one of boxing’s future stars.We were scheduled and trained for 10 rounds, but in the locker room they changed my contract to 12 rounds and had us initial.

So keep sleeping on KID if you want. All this experience he is gaining will make him the greatest ever. @Gervontaa@ShakurStevenson@KeyshawnDavis8 ……

Ben Whittaker’s manager, Lee Eaton, has confirmed that a rematch between Whittaker and Liam Cameron is on the horizon. This follows their previous encounter on October 12, which was part of the undercard for the main event featuring Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol.

The initial bout ended unexpectedly in the fifth round when both fighters collided and fell onto the top rope, leading them to tumble out of the ring. The impact caused Whittaker to sustain injuries, ultimately preventing him from continuing the fight. The bout was declared a split decision draw, leaving fans disappointed and eager for a rematch.

Due to his injuries, Whittaker had to be taken from the arena in a wheelchair and will not fight again this year, as confirmed by his promoter, Ben Shalom. However, Whittaker recently updated fans on social media, stating that his recovery is progressing well.

Eaton took to X to share that he has already had discussions with Cameron’s lawyer about securing the rematch. “Had a good chat with his lawyer last night—interesting convo. The rematch will happen, I’m sure of it,” Eaton wrote.

For now, fans will need to monitor Whittaker’s recovery, but all signs point to a potential rematch against Cameron in 2025.

In an interview with talkSPORT, Dillian Whyte expressed his confusion over Anthony Joshua’s recent performance against Daniel Dubois. The fight, held at Wembley Stadium, was a surprising turn for Joshua, who was knocked down four times before ultimately losing to Dubois. Whyte pointed out that this defeat raised several questions about Joshua's preparation and mindset leading up to the bout.

Whyte commented on the various factors contributing to Joshua's lackluster showing. While some analysts suggested that issues with Joshua's corner’s instructions played a significant role, others noted unusual behaviors from the former champion in the days leading up to the fight. Whyte emphasized that something seemed off, hinting at deeper issues that may need to be addressed as Joshua seeks to bounce back.

Adding to the complexity of the heavyweight landscape, Whyte discussed his mixed feelings about Deontay Wilder, stating, “I really hate Deontay Wilder, but I have been stopped by AJ. I have never been stopped by Wilder, so I’d still love to get that one back.” This sentiment underscores Whyte's desire to settle scores with both fighters, particularly as he remains hopeful about a future clash with Joshua.

The anticipation for a rematch between Joshua and Whyte has been building since their first encounter in 2015, where Joshua claimed victory. However, their planned rematch last year was thwarted by an adverse result in Whyte's drug test. Despite these setbacks, Whyte is optimistic about facing Joshua again, especially now that Joshua is in a rebuilding phase following the loss to Dubois.

Joshua’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, provided insight into the former champion's plans, revealing that Joshua is eager for a rematch with Dubois in February. However, minor physical issues could delay his return to the ring. Hearn explained that timing is crucial; for Joshua to fight Dubois in February, he would need to start training soon. Yet, Hearn also mentioned that Joshua might choose to wait for the outcome of Tyson Fury’s rematch with Oleksandr Usyk on December 21 before making a decision on his next move. If Fury wins, a monumental clash between Joshua and Fury could be on the table for May, marking a potentially historic moment in the heavyweight division.

As the heavyweight landscape continues to evolve, Dillian Whyte remains patiently focused on the opportunity to rekindle his rivalry with Joshua. With both fighters at critical junctures in their careers, the coming months promise to deliver exciting developments that could reshape the future of heavyweight boxing.

On Saturday, November 2, 2024, boxer Gabriela Fundora, nicknamed “Golden Girl,” made history by becoming the youngest undisputed champion in women’s boxing history. The 21-year-old fighter claimed victory with a seventh-round technical knockout over Gabriela Celeste Alaniz, achieving this feat at The Theater at Virgin Hotels in Las Vegas. This triumph not only secured her the four main titles in the flyweight division but also solidified her place in boxing history.

Fundora’s height and reach advantage worked in her favor, allowing her to stay composed and strategic in every exchange. Despite Alaniz’s efforts, showcasing good footwork and speed, she was forced to fight at close range due to Fundora’s physical advantage.

The fight was stopped in the seventh round when referee Robert Hoyle intervened after a series of powerful punches from Fundora. Alaniz had been knocked down twice, and her corner decided to throw in the towel to prevent further damage.

Fundora

This victory brought Fundora to a record of 15-0, with seven wins by knockout. On the other hand, Alaniz suffered her first knockout loss, now with a record of 15-2, with seven knockouts.Irish boxing legend set for the jungle

Fundora’s accomplishment has generated significant excitement in the world of women’s boxing. She has set a new standard for future generations of female boxers, and her story is just beginning. Likewise, this victory reinforces Oscar De La Hoya’s efforts to revitalize Golden Boy Promotions and showcase female talent in the sport.💣 Gabriela Fundora stops Gabriela Alaniz to become the Undisputed Flyweight Champion pic.twitter.com/FM4PCJI0eA

We have become accustomed to Deontay Wilder taking the headlines, however on this occasion, his trainer, Malik Scott, is the one taking the limelight.

It is just two weeks until WBA cruiserweight champion Gilberto ‘Zurdo’ Ramirez faces off against WBO champion Chris ‘The Gentleman’ Billam-Smith in a unification clash out in Saudi Arabia, in the next instalment of ‘Riyadh Season’.

Scott is a trainer of Ramirez and will be there on the night to assist lead trainer Julian Chau.

After suffering the first defeat of his career to Dmitry Bivol in 2022, Ramirez has since moved up from light heavyweight to pursue a career in the cruiserweight division.

Now two fights in and having picked up the WBA strap last time out against Arsen Goulamirian, ‘Zurdo’ is looking to unify and set up a potential clash against Jai Opetaia.

His opponent, ‘CBS’ is in red-hot form.

After defeating former stablemate, now turned heavyweight, Lawrence Okolie, to become WBO champion, he has since defended his title against Mateusz Masternak and Richard Riakporhe.

Significantly, the victory against Riakporhe avenged the only defeat of his career to date.

Speaking to BoxingScene, ‘Zurdo’s’ trainer Scott has dismissed claims that this fight could be a 50:50.World champion relinquishes belt

“I had Zurdo for his fight with Joe Smith, and he did well. No disrespect to Billam-Smith, but this fight is a mismatch.”

Scott went on to explain why he believes his fighter is far too-good for his opponent.

“Zurdo is a big, strong southpaw who’s faced tougher opponents than Billam-Smith,” Scott said. “He’s a powerful body puncher with great angles and an incredible boxing mind. Billam-Smith is big and keeps coming forward, but he’s a one-trick pony.”

He did credit Billam-Smith’s trainer, but he went on to explain how this fight will play out and what will be next in his career.

“He has a good trainer, but I think Zurdo takes over in the second half,” Scott said. “Zurdo has a dream team in his corner. I believe he’ll become undisputed champion, with Jai Opetaia as his only real challenge.”

Malik Scott believes strongly that his man will win the fight and win it in impressive style.

However, with ‘The Gentleman’ on such a significant win streak, this fight may turn out to be much tougher than he is expecting.

The hugely popular ‘The Romford Bull’ Johnny Fisher could be one of the next stars in British heavyweight boxing. Despite only having had 12 fights, he has sparred with some of the best in the division and he has recently revealed which current heavyweight carries the biggest punch.

Fisher is set to bring the ‘Romford army’ over with him to Saudi Arabia in December when he faces the experienced David Allen on the undercard of the rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury.

Notwithstanding the fact that Allen is not the fighter he once was, the experience he has should result in this fight being the toughest test of Fisher’s career to date.

The young Brit is coming off an emphatic first round knockout victory against Alen Babic in front of a raucous Copper Box crowd.

He has been touted by his promoter Eddie Hearn as the next big ticket seller in the country.

In his most recent fight he sold over 4000 tickets alone.

These numbers are extraordinary for a man only 12 fights into his career.

Not only has Fisher stolen the hearts of many British fans already, but he has also sparred with the likes of Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury, Daniel Dubois, and Joe Joyce.Lennox Lewis doubts Anthony Joshua’s readiness for a Daniel Dubois rematch

Speaking to the Take A Seat Podcast, he has revealed which of those he has

“[Dubois] He can whack, he can seriously punch.”

“He’s the hardest I have been punched by ever and his jab is like a right hand when it hits you.”

“It is unbelievable power. He hits you like an absolute horse.”

Johnny Fisher has revealed that Daniel Dubois is without doubt the biggest puncher that he has

Daniel Dubois’ power was clear to see when he shocked the world by utterly demolishing Anthony Joshua at Wembley Stadium.

Whilst, it is a few years before Fisher will likely face the likes of Dubois, having had the experience of sharing the ring with him, can only stand him in good stead moving forward.

It will become clearer as time goes on whether the man from Romford will reach the top of the division, but his next fight should provide fans with a clearer picture of where he is at currently.

Lawrence Okolie, who recently made the leap to the heavyweight division, isn’t wasting any time calling out big names. The former cruiserweight world champion has his sights set on none other than Anthony Joshua, a fighter he’s admired since working at McDonald’s and watching ‘AJ’ capture Olympic gold in 2012.

Okolie’s heavyweight debut is set for Saturday, December 7th, on the upcoming ‘Magnificent 7’ card. And his ambitions are clear: he’s planning to fight a top-five contender after his debut and then push for a world title shot by next summer.

The move to heavyweight comes with another significant change—Okolie has switched promoters, signing with Frank Warren and Queensberry Promotions. Now part of a star-studded heavyweight roster, Okolie is eager to make a statement.

“I will be bringing big performances at heavyweight,” Okolie told the Daily Star, highlighting how weight-cutting struggles affected his knockout power at cruiserweight. “In my early cruiserweight days, before I was draining myself, I was putting on knockout performances nine times out of ten, but then it started to fade. From the spars I’ve had with heavyweights, I know I can do it. I want to show this explosive power.”

Okolie is determined to make an impact and won’t shy away from the toughest matchups, including a showdown with Joshua. “My whole life has been about the next step,” he said. “Now my aim is to be world heavyweight champion. I want that next year.”

As Anthony Joshua explores his options after the Daniel Dubois rematch fell through, a potential clash with Okolie could become a reality, setting up an electrifying encounter in a stacked division.

#LawrenceOkolie #AnthonyJoshua #HeavyweightBoxing #BoxingNews #TheSauce #QueensberryPromotions #Boxing

After Anthony Joshua’s crushing defeat to Daniel Dubois, there were some people within the sport calling for him to retire. Not least of these was ‘The Hitman’ Ricky Hatton.

Now after some time since the fight, Hatton has clarified what he meant.

Ricky Hatton is one of the greatest fighters to come out of Britain and he brought his country’s fans some of their greatest nights.

His biggest night came in 2005 when he won the IBO world super lightweight title, in his hometown, Manchester, against Kostya Tszyu.

He also

With a record of 45-3, he retired in 2012 after being knocked out by Vyacheslav Senchenko.

His son, Campbell, has followed in his footsteps, but after back-to-back defeats, it does not seem likely that he will reach the feats of his father.

Speaking to IFL TV, Ricky Hatton has clarified his comments after Joshua’s defeat.

“I think I speak for the whole nation, I’ve got a lot of love for Anthony Joshua.”Jaron Ennis

”The thing is about boxing is, you don’t like seeing your mates get knocked out.”

”I don’t think he’s got anything left to prove.”

Hatton points out that ‘AJ’ has nothing else left to prove in the sport, but whether he carries on or not should be up to him.

He then went on to suggest who he would like to see Joshua fight if he were to carry on.

”But if he wants to carry on, who wouldn’t want to see him fight Tyson Fury.”

Hatton also suggested that if he were Daniel Dubois he would be annoyed about a potential rematch and instead should be looking at different options.

”Daniel Dubois deserves the chance to rematch Usyk or the big payday with Tyson”

This week we learnt that the rematch may not even take place next as Anthony Joshua is unlikely to be ready for a proposed February 22nd date.

Instead, there have been rumours of potential replacements for Dubois, with a certain Zhilei Zhang through in his name into the hat.

ITV’s ‘I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here’ returns to our screens on Sunday, November 17.

Over the years, there have been many former boxers who have appeared on the show.

Just last year, fan-favourite Tony Bellew finished second on the show.

Furthermore, the likes of Amir Khan, Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn have also had their time on the hit reality tv show.

Now this year, according to The Sun, it is the turn of boxing hall of famer, former WBA and lineal featherweight champion, Irish legend, Barry McGuigan.

Barry, the father of trainer Shane McGuigan, was loved by both Ireland and Northern Ireland and was seen as a beacon of peace during those troubling times.

He had a monumental career, winning 32 fights (28 by KO) and only losing just the 3 times.

It was in 1985 when he cemented himself in Irish history, when he beat Eusebio Pedroza to win the WBA world featherweight title.

Known as ‘The Clones Cyclone’, the Irishman has since took up managing fighters, doing punditry for Sky TV and setting up the Professional Boxing Association – to which he is the Chairman for.Frank Warren rules out Daniel Dubois vs. Anthony Joshua rematch

Moreover, he was involved in a high-profile legal battle against one of the fighters he used to manage, fellow countrymen Carl Frampton.

His son Shane, who himself was involved in the Frampton case, is a successful boxing trainer.

Alongside Frampton, Shane has trained some of the most recognisable name in British boxing.

This list includes David Haye, George Groves, current IBF heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois and Josh Taylor.

The Irish legend looks set to join Coleen Rooney, Maura Higgins, Oti Mabuse, Danny Jones, and many more celebrities.

Fans will be excited to see whether Barry can replicate the bravery he showed in his career, in the jungle where he will be tasked with the infamous ‘Bushtucker Trials’.

Son Shane, will be looking ahead to November 16th when Chris Billiam-Smith returns to defend his WBO cruiserweight title against Gilberto ‘Zurdo’ Ramirez on the next instalment of ‘Riyadh Season’.

The renowned boxing promoter Matchroom Boxing has announced the signing of a promising talent. This new addition is a silver medalist from the 2022 Commonwealth Games, now making the leap into the professional arena. With this signing, the amateur star joins the prestigious promotion led by Eddie Hearn, who expressed his excitement about having this young athlete on his team.

His first appearance will be on the highly anticipated card featuring Sunny Edwards and Galal Yafai at BP Pulse LIVE in Birmingham, on Saturday, November 30. This event, which will be broadcast worldwide on DAZN, provides significant exposure for the young boxer. At 23 years-old, Commonwealth Games 2022 silver medalist Taylor Bevan will make his professional debut in the super middleweight division.

During his amateur career, Bevan performed impressively, representing Team Wales and Team GB. He joined the Welsh camp about four years ago and, in January 2022, was called up to the British team, where he stayed for two and a half years. This international experience allowed him to compete against some of the best boxers worldwide, amassing around 100 fights and winning multiple gold medals in international tournaments.

The young boxer expressed his excitement about this career step: “I feel like I’ve been waiting to turn pro for a long time. It’s something that since I started boxing,” Bevan stated. Since he began boxing, he dreamed of competing professionally.Now, with Matchroom’s support, he feels it’s the right time to make his move.

Though he could have waited another four years to pursue the Olympic dream in Los Angeles, Bevan chose to start his professional journey, confident he can fully develop in the ring.

Bevan has placed his trust in his training team, led by former British, European, and Commonwealth champion Colin Jones, alongside Sean McGoldrick. Both trainers bring extensive experience, and Bevan has worked with them for seven years on the Welsh team. The boxer highlights his aggressive style, quick hands, and power, which promises to draw fans’ attention.

Matchroom Sport President Eddie Hearn

Fight news dropping imminently for the amateur standout 👀 pic.twitter.com/JbS02bg4DN

— Matchroom Boxing (@MatchroomBoxing) November 1, 2024

Time to get behind a very exciting journey ✨

Introducing, Taylor Bevan 🔥 pic.twitter.com/xeMP3ALlKu

— Matchroom Boxing (@MatchroomBoxing) November 1, 2024

British boxer Ben Whittaker has recently broken his silence. He did so through his Instagram stories. His message comes after his difficult fight against Liam Cameron. This match was part of the card that featured Artur Beterbiev facing Dmitry Bivol in the main event.

The encounter between Whittaker and Cameron ended unexpectedly. Both boxers fell onto the ropes and out of the ring. The fall turned out to be particularly unfortunate for Whittaker, who sustained injuries that left him seriously hurt. Because of this, he was forced to leave the ring in a wheelchair.

Afterwards, Whittaker was detained at King Khalid International Airport in Saudi Arabia after a tense altercation with a fan. The incident occurred just hours after his unusual draw against Cameron at the Kingdom Arena. However, the situation was resolved, and Whittaker apologized and expressed his gratitude for the way he and the fan handled the inconvenience.Ben Whittaker’s promoter, Ben Shalom, confirmed news regarding his situation.

In recent statements, Shalom asserted that Whittaker will not fight again this year. He was originally scheduled to return to the ring in December. However, his injuries will keep him out at least until early next year.

In his Instagram stories, Whittaker

To close his message, Whittaker left a hopeful note for his followers. He wrote: “Back soon. Don’t worry. Get back gonna be amazing.”Canelo Alvarez’s trainer shuts down Chris Eubank Jr. fight rumours

Although Ben Whittaker’s return date is still unknown, the boxer has promised that his comeback will be remarkable. However, we will have to wait for further updates to know who Whittaker’s opponent might be upon his return or if he will have a rematch against Liam Cameron.Ben Whittaker giving an unorthodox injury update on Instagram today…

[🎥 @BenGWhittaker] pic.twitter.com/Kjg1u7060N

— Michael Benson (@MichaelBensonn) November 1, 2024

In a recent interview with Fight Hub TV, Oscar De La Hoya, president of Golden Boy Promotions,

During the interview, De La Hoya made it clear that both he and Garcia have high-profile fights and significant challenges in mind. When asked about a potential rematch with Haney, De La Hoya dismissed the idea, confirming they are focused on a different direction. “Who I really want to see him against is Teofimo Lopez,” he stated. According to De La Hoya, Lopez, considered one of the best in the 140-pound division, is the ideal opponent for Garcia’s return and represents the type of challenge they are both seeking.Oscar De La Hoya also

De La Hoya stated that Garcia has resumed training and is in excellent shape, working intensely in the gym to prepare for his return in April. “Ryan is amazing. He’s doing great, he’s in the gym, he’s looking good, and he can’t wait for his return in April,” De La Hoya assured, emphasizing that the team is preparing for a comeback “bigger than ever.”

It’s worth noting that Ryan Garcia was handed a retroactive one-year ban in boxing following his fight against Devin Haney. After the bout, it was reported that Garcia tested positive for Ostarine, an anabolic steroid, both on weigh-in day and on fight day. Following the doping test result, Garcia’s victory was overturned and classified as a “no-contest.” Additionally, the Haney family recently filed a lawsuit against Garcia, further complicating his professional situation.

Now, with April in sight, the possibility of a fight between Ryan Garcia and Teofimo Lopez captures fans’ attention. Garcia’s return next year will mark the end of a period of ups and downs in his career, and according to Oscar De La Hoya, it will be an event with “months of preparation” that promises to meet the public’s expectations.

The International Boxing Federation (IBF) continues enforcing strict mandatory defense policies, resulting in the loss of titles. This time, the affected boxer is Argentine Fernando Martínez, junior bantamweight champion, who has been stripped of his belt without having to fight. The IBF has been criticized for imposing mandatory bouts with lesser-known challengers, causing frustration among boxers and boxing fans.

According to Salvador Rodriguez of ESPN, Martínez was stripped of his title ahead of his anticipated rematch against Kazuto Ioka, scheduled for New Year’s. Although not yet officially confirmed, this fight had the potential to be a unification bout, adding more significance to the rematch. The undefeated Argentine champion, with 17 professional fights and 9 knockouts, was preparing to defend both belts: the World Boxing Association (WBA) title, which he won from Ioka in their first encounter, and the IBF title.

Martínez captured the WBA title against Ioka in July 2024 in Tokyo, winning by unanimous decision after a tough 12-round fight. This was his last official fight, consolidating his position in the super flyweight division. However, by losing the IBF belt, only the WBA title will be at stake in the rematch against the Japanese fighter.Following this IBF decision, the vacant belt will be contested by Mexican fighters Willibaldo García and René Calixto.

García, with a record of 22 wins, 5 losses, 1 draw, and 13 knockouts, will face the undefeated Calixto, who has 23 wins and 9 knockouts. This fight, scheduled for December in Japan, will award the vacant IBF title.

Martínez’s case is not the first time the IBF has stripped champions due to a lack of mandatory defenses. Fighters like Oleksandr Usyk, Jai Opetaia, Terence Crawford, and Canelo Álvarez have also lost their titles under similar circumstances. In Canelo’s case, he was stripped of his super middleweight world title when his fight against Edgar Berlanga was confirmed. In his absence, William Scull claimed the title by defeating Vladimir Shishkin in Falkensee, Germany.

Jai Opetaia, who lost his IBF cruiserweight title, regained it by defeating Mairis Briedis in May 2024 in a 12-round unanimous decision. Usyk was also forced to relinquish his title, which was awarded to Daniel Dubois by the IBF.Lennox Lewis doubts Anthony Joshua’s readiness for a Daniel Dubois rematch

Terence Crawford was also stripped of his IBF welterweight world title, with Jaron “Boots” Ennis being promoted from interim champion to IBF welterweight champion.

The IBF continues to apply strict mandatory defense rules, as demonstrated by the recent case of Artur Beterbiev. On October 17, the organization ordered Beterbiev to defend his title against German fighter Michael “Diesel” Eifert, who holds a record of 13 wins and one loss. If Beterbiev decides to proceed with his anticipated rematch against Dmitry Bivol, he may be forced to relinquish the IBF title. Conor Wallace and Michael Eifert are expected to fight for the vacant belt in 2025 once Beterbiev vacates it.Me dicen que los mexicanos Wilibaldo García y René Calixto disputarán el vacante cetro Supermosca FIB en diciembre en Japón. El organismo pedía al argentino Fernando ‘Puma’ Martínez defender ante García, pero al tener la revancha con Kazuto Ioka, quedó el cetro vacante.

— Salvador Rodriguez (@ChavaESPN) October 31, 2024

In a recent interview with Sky Sports, former heavyweight boxer and champion Lennox Lewis

During the interview, the journalist highlighted Dubois’ current relevance, especially after his victory over Joshua. In response, Lennox Lewis praised Dubois’ performance in the ring, stating:

“I thought it was a great fight. Daniel Dubois threw an unbelievable punch in the first round and came out ready to rumble. As he said in his interview, ‘I’m not scared of you, who are you trying to scare?’ When he said that at the press conference, I thought we had to watch out for Daniel. He was serious.”Lennox Lewis emphasized that Daniel Dubois’ confidence and determination were key factors in his victory.

According to the former champion, although Dubois made several statements before the fight, many did not believe he could defeat Joshua. However, Lewis acknowledged that Dubois’ words in the week leading up to the fight reflected genuine conviction and a serious focus.

“When someone’s really quiet and doesn’t say much, you’ve got to listen to what they do say. He said these things and really meant them, so I knew we were in for a great fight,” Lewis commented.

Speaking about the impact of this victory on Dubois’ career, Lennox Lewis expressed enthusiasm. “He said he’s the ‘King Slayer,’ and he went out and slayed the king. He did a great job,” he said, referring to how Dubois challenged and defeated the former heavyweight champion. For Lewis, Dubois has managed to position himself as a prominent figure in the division, especially among British heavyweight boxers.

When asked if he thinks there will be a rematch between Joshua and Dubois, Lewis expressed his doubts. Although he considers it likely that Joshua will seek another chance, he also emphasized that overcoming a knockout defeat is a significant psychological challenge.EXCLUSIVE: Zhilei Zhang ready to fight Daniel Dubois on February 22nd

“For me, it was about getting back up after being knocked down. For Anthony Joshua, he didn’t get back up; he was counted out a couple of times, and that’s rough going back in against a guy who’s done that to you,” Lewis explained, recalling his own experiences with rematches.

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However, Lennox Lewis appeared skeptical about whether Joshua will be in optimal condition to face Dubois again. “I don’t know if Anthony will be ready for another fight,” Lewis concluded.

It is worth mentioning that Dubois has expressed his willingness to face Joshua in a rematch within the next three months. Nevertheless, numerous factors seem to indicate that it may still be too soon, and Joshua might not be ready for a rematch. Conversely, Dubois’ next challenger would likely be either Chinese boxer Zhilei “Big Bang” Zhang or Fabio Wardley.

Daniel Dubois seemed poised to rematch Anthony Joshua in three months’ time but the fast turnaround from their first encounter appears to be too soon for ‘AJ’. Instead, Frank Warren and Dubois have been on the lookout for a worthy challenger and they may well have found one in Zhilei ‘Big Bang’ Zhang.

‘Triple D’ knocked Joshua out in front of 96,000 onlookers in a record-breaking event at Wembley Stadium in September, retaining his IBF world title with an authoritative performance that has seen him become a household name in the United Kingdom.

In typical Anthony Joshua fashion, ‘AJ’ sought to immediately right the wrong and requested that he and his newfound domestic rival rematched in Saudi Arabia, with the date of February 22nd being touted.

Yet, Frank Warren told BoxNation yesterday that the rematch is unlikely to take place on that date, with Joshua still recovering from injuries endured in his first encounter against his hard-hitting countryman.

“I don’t see that [Joshua rematch] happening next, so we are looking at a couple of things at the moment and we will make a decision. I was hoping that we could get it done fairly quickly, but we won’t be able to get it done fairly quickly.

Warren went on to declare that an opponent will have signed next week and that he is in talks with a number of contenders, before ruling out fellow Queensberry heavyweight Fabio Wardley as an option.

“Sometime in the next week we have got to be in a position where we can close on something, and we are talking to a few other guys.

“I want him out on that date [February 22nd] and he wants to be out on that date.”

“I don’t see that [Fabio Wardley fight] happening next, I can’t see it being next.”

“For me, that fight could be built into something mega, there is no doubt about that.”

Today, the WBA revealed their updated heavyweight rankings and there was one notable absentee, as Chinese knockout artist Zhilei Zhang dropped out of the rankings, having previously been positioned at #7.

As such, it can be assumed that Zhang will be fighting either WBO interim champion Joseph Parker or IBF champion Daniel Dubois. A source close to the fan-favourite 41-year-old has now confirmed to that the veteran wants to put his name into the mix for the latter.Mike Tyson vows to ‘slaughter’ Jake Paul as ruthless mindset re-emerges

Zhang twice knocked out one of only two men to have defeated Dubois as a professional when he halted Joe Joyce on two occasions last year but the world title plans of the southpaw bogeyman were derailed when he lost his WBO interim strap to Parker in March.

However, Zhang was able to bounce back into contention just three months later when he returned to the ring with a five-round demolition of former WBC champion Deontay Wilder.ZHILEI ZHANG KNOCKS OUT DEONTAY WILDER IN THE 5TH ROUND 😱🚨

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Since then, Zhang has not returned to action but he has been vocal in his call-out of both Oleksandr Usyk and Dubois, demanding a fight with the Brit shortly after his September beatdown of Joshua.View this post on Instagram

Dubois-Zhang would be expected to headline the February 22nd card in Riyadh, but Eddie Hearn’s promotion of the bill has led others to believe that Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn could also meet on what would be yet another blockbuster ‘Riyadh Season’ event.pic.twitter.com/atoEFMrN4P

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Alternatively, a second ‘Matchroom vs. Queensberry; five versus five’ has been touted for the date but Dubois-Zhang would need to be excused as the main-event, such as was the case when Dmitry Bivol headlined against Malik Zinad on the last show of that nature.

Talks of a showdown between unified super-welterweight champion Sebastian Fundora and former unified welterweight champion Errol Spence Jr. have been prevalent throughout 2024. However, after hitting a bump in the road last month, the potential WBO & WBC 154lb title affair has been given a fresh update.

Fundora pulled off a major upset when he defeated Tim Tsyzu via majority decision back in March to be crown as a unified super-welterweight champion and seemingly tee-up a clash between himself and arguable pound-for-pound number one, Terence Crawford.

Yet, despite Crawford being in possession of the WBO interim belt, ‘Bud’ gave Fundora his permission to fight in a voluntary defence of his belts, with Crawford’s fierce rival Errol Spence Jr. the man expected to land the opportunity.

Spence Jr. lost out to Crawford in his most recent contest back in July 2023 and is yet to fight in the super-welterweight division but an eventual rematch between the pair remains as one of the most lucrative proposals on the table for Crawford – regardless of the dominant fashion in which he dispatched of Spence the first time around.

Although, that plan seemingly came to an end when the WBO explained that any voluntary defence of their title must come against a contender who is ranked in the top ten, and understandably given his inactivity, Spence Jr. is not.

Nevertheless, the possible title bout could be back on track after the WBO’s convention in Puerto Rico yesterday, as TGB Promotions requested that Spence Jr. was installed as a top ten contender when the rankings are updated and supposedly received a ‘positive’ response, as per Everything Boxing.

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“SPENCE ASKED TO BE RANKED FOR FUNDORA FIGHTJaron Ennis

“TGB Promotions, on behalf of PBC, have asked for Errol Spence to be ranked in the top 10 of the WBO so that he can fight the WBO super welterweight champion Sebastian Fundora.”The president said the request would be considered by the committee but he sounded very positive about it. I expect it will be approved and Fundora will be approved to fight Spence next

— EverythingBoxing (@EverythingBoxi2) October 31, 2024

“The president said the request would be considered by the committee but he sounded very positive about it. I expect it will be approved and Fundora will be approved to fight Spence next.”

Crawford appears to be targeting the goal of becoming the first three-weight undisputed champion of the four-belt era, requiring wins against fellow champions WBC and WBO title-holder Fundora (or possibly Spence Jr.) and IBF ruler Bakhram Murtazaliev.