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Ex heavyweight champion who KOd Lennox Lewis has comeback cancelled as condition not met
A former rival of won’t be returning to the ring as planned after all. Lewis has already seen one of his past conquerors back in action lately, as Hasim Rahman competed at the age of 53 in September against Phillip Triantafillo in Lowell, Indiana. Despite having ambitions of becoming the oldest world heavyweight champion in […] The post Ex heavyweight champion who KOd Lennox Lewis has comeback cancelled as condition not met appeared first on Boxing News .
Vergil Ortiz finalising deal to face former world champion on David Benavidez undercard in December
Vergil Ortiz’s fallout with Golden Boy Promotions has seen him sidelined throughout 2026 thus far, but the Texan now looks set for his first outing of the year, poised to face a former world champion on David Benavidez’s undercard in December. Ortiz has boxed just two rounds since February 2025, those coming in a second-round […] The post Vergil Ortiz finalising deal to face former world champion on David Benavidez undercard in December appeared first on Boxing News .
Filip Hrgovic close to securing major homecoming fight with likely opponent named
Filip Hrgovic is now the reigning IBF heavyweight world champion following his shock win against Moses Itauma in August. Now, ‘El Animal’ is set for a first defence and it looks that it’s going to take place in his homeland of Croatia. Hrgovic halted Itauma in round nine despite being well behind on the scorecards, […] The post Filip Hrgovic close to securing major homecoming fight with likely opponent named appeared first on Boxing News .
Devin Haney agrees to come down in weight to face Shakur Stevenson: “Tell him we got a deal”
A showdown between and appears to have once again become a possibility over the last few days, and Haney has now adjusted his terms for the potential clash with the Newark technician. Haney defeated Brian Norman Jr last November to get his hands on the WBO welterweight world title but has not fought since. That […] The post Devin Haney agrees to come down in weight to face Shakur Stevenson: “Tell him we got a deal” appeared first on Boxing News .
Frank Warren sums up Ben Whittaker’s chances of beating Dmitry Bivol for world title
became mandatory challenger for ’s IBF light-heavyweight title on Saturday with a win over Conor Wallace, and boxing promoter Frank Warren has answered whether he believes ‘The Surgeon’ can get the better of Bivol. Whittaker entered the ring as a heavy favourite against Australia’s Wallace – who had been positioned for a world title bid […] The post Frank Warren sums up Ben Whittaker’s chances of beating Dmitry Bivol for world title appeared first on Boxing News .
Daniel Dubois picks a winner in Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua: “I think he beats him”
Later this year, and are set to finally collide in a blockbuster clash in Cardiff, with the WBA (Super) heavyweight world title up for grabs. Now, reigning WBO heavyweight world champion, , has cast his verdict on how the bout will play out. Joshua had the chance to become boxing’s fifth three-time heavyweight world champion […] The post Daniel Dubois picks a winner in Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua: “I think he beats him” appeared first on Boxing News .
Tyson Fury offered heavyweight world title shot if he beats Joshua: “What a fight”
An extra carrot has been dangled for Tyson Fury ahead of his mega fight with Anthony Joshua, set for December 11 at the Principality Stadium, Cardiff. Fury and Joshua will finally square off after almost a decade of debate over who has been this generation’s premier heavyweight from the UK. Though both are nearing the […] The post Tyson Fury offered heavyweight world title shot if he beats Joshua: “What a fight” appeared first on Boxing News .
Regis Prograis predicts Devin Haney vs Ryan Garcia 2: “He’s a natural 147 pounder”
has predicted a potential rematch between and , believing that one man has a psychological edge over the other. The two Americans squared off in April 2024, having previously won an equal share of their six amateur contests and established themselves as high-profile professionals. But while they were supposed to lock horns for Haney’s WBC […] The post Regis Prograis predicts Devin Haney vs Ryan Garcia 2: “He’s a natural 147 pounder” appeared first on Boxing News .
Tyson Fury sets the record straight on who would win prime Mike Tyson vs prime Muhammad Ali fight
has revealed who he would back to come out on top between the prime versions of and . Tyson and Ali are viewed as two of the greatest heavyweights in boxing history, with each of them ruling the division during separate eras. ‘Iron Mike’ still holds the honour of being the youngest world heavyweight champion […] The post Tyson Fury sets the record straight on who would win prime Mike Tyson vs prime Muhammad Ali fight appeared first on Boxing News .
Former two-weight champion says he’ll accept Manny Pacquiao fight offer: “I’m here”
Manny Pacquiao may well still fight in 2026, with ongoing conversations behind the scenes set to reach a conclusion soon one way or another. The 47-year-old fighting icon returned to professional action last year, fighting then-WBC welterweight world champion Mario Barrios to a draw. Pacquiao made it clear soon after the fight that he would […] The post Former two-weight champion says he’ll accept Manny Pacquiao fight offer: “I’m here” appeared first on Boxing News .
Canelo targeted by former world champion with a score to settle: “Before it’s all said and done”
has been called out by an unbeaten former world champion, who would look to avenge his brother’s defeat to the Mexican star. At this stage, the 36-year-old believes he could enter another four or five fights, including his next outing against WBC world champion Christian Mbilli. The pair will square off in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, […] The post Canelo targeted by former world champion with a score to settle: “Before it’s all said and done” appeared first on Boxing News .
Oscar De La Hoya names the one fighter who hit him harder than Manny Pacquiao: “It was painful”
claims to have faced a more formidable puncher than , even describing his opponent as having bricks for hands. The Mexican-American collided with ‘Pac Man’ in 2008, suffering an eighth-round stoppage defeat in what proved to be the final fight of his Hall of Fame career. At that point, De La Hoya was certainly past […] The post Oscar De La Hoya names the one fighter who hit him harder than Manny Pacquiao: “It was painful” appeared first on Boxing News .
Tyson Fury sums up David Benavidez’s chances of having success at heavyweight
has shared his thoughts on whether or not can become a formidable heavyweight operator. The 29-year-old has already expressed his interest in moving up in weight but, first, he is attempting to cement himself as a dominant world champion at 200lbs. In order to do so, Benavidez must defeat Jai Opetaia – the other consensus […] The post Tyson Fury sums up David Benavidez’s chances of having success at heavyweight appeared first on Boxing News .
Robert Garcia predicts David Benavidez vs Jai Opetaia: “It’s a different man right there”
Top trainer Robert Garcia has predicted a potential clash between and , believing that one man is “unbeatable”. The two cruiserweights have verbally agreed to lock horns next year, with Las Vegas representing a likely destination for their Cinco de Mayo weekend showdown. Before that, though, Benavidez is expected to face WBC world champion Michal […] The post Robert Garcia predicts David Benavidez vs Jai Opetaia: “It’s a different man right there” appeared first on Boxing News .
Regis Prograis sums up Conor Benn’s chance of ever becoming world champion
Regis Prograis has assessed whether , his former opponent, can become a world champion following his emphatic defeat to Ryan Garcia. ‘The Destroyer’ challenged for the WBC title last month, moving back down to 147lbs after having not fought at the weight in over four years. It was after testing positive for banned substance clomifene, […] The post Regis Prograis sums up Conor Benn’s chance of ever becoming world champion appeared first on Boxing News .
Johnny Nelson makes new KO prediction for Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua: “Inside 5 rounds”
Johnny Nelson expects five rounds of “absolute drama” to unfold when and finally lock horns on December 11. The two British heavyweights will collide at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium, where they are due to be presented with a shot at the WBA ‘super’ title. Whoever has his hand raised is therefore set to become a three-time […] The post Johnny Nelson makes new KO prediction for Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua: “Inside 5 rounds” appeared first on Boxing News .
Hall of Fame fighter says Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua ‘doesn’t deserve’ to be for a world title: “Let’s be honest”
While and are set to collide for the WBA ‘super’ title, a Hall of Famer has argued that neither deserves the chance to become a three-time world champion. Regardless of the potential prize at stake, the two British heavyweights will finally square off at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium on December 11. According to promotional material, it […] The post Hall of Fame fighter says Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua ‘doesn’t deserve’ to be for a world title: “Let’s be honest” appeared first on Boxing Ne...
Heavyweight champion says Anthony Joshua should retire after Tyson Fury fight: “He has no confidence”
is finally set to take on in December, but one reigning heavyweight world champion has declared his belief that ‘AJ’ should hang up the gloves. Joshua returned to action against Kristian Prenga back in July in his second fight with Iegor Golub in his corner but, despite officially registering a second-round stoppage win, the performance […] The post Heavyweight champion says Anthony Joshua should retire after Tyson Fury fight: “He has no confidence” appeared first on Boxing News .
Dave Allen sums up Ben Whittaker’s chance of winning a world title after Conor Wallace performance
Dave Allen has assessed whether can become a dominant champion at 175lbs, or at least compete with the likes of and . ‘The Surgeon’ entered his first world title eliminator last Saturday, taking on Conor Wallace in an attempt to become the IBF’s leading light-heavyweight contender. It then seemed, for the first nine rounds, that […] The post Dave Allen sums up Ben Whittaker’s chance of winning a world title after Conor Wallace performance appeared first on Boxing News .
Tony Bellew predicts ‘nasty knockout’ if Filip Hrgovic faces former Oleksandr Usyk rival next
While not known for his one-punch knockout power, Tony Bellew believes Filip Hrgovic could deliver a “nasty” finish if he faces one of Oleksandr Usyk’s toughest challengers in recent times. The Croatian became his country’s first world heavyweight champion in August, causing a sizable upset by stopping Moses Itauma in nine rounds. For the most […] The post Tony Bellew predicts ‘nasty knockout’ if Filip Hrgovic faces former Oleksandr Usyk rival next appeared first on Boxing News .
Devin Haney reveals Shakur Stevenson has one fight demand that is stopping him from signing
Devin Haney and Shakur Stevenson today publicly reignited their rivalry, leading fans to believe that the fight – one of the biggest in the sport – can be made. However, there is still one major obstacle to clear. The two stars are part of an elite class that carries the sport of boxing in the […] The post Devin Haney reveals Shakur Stevenson has one fight demand that is stopping him from signing appeared first on Boxing News .
Shakur Stevenson hints that US mega fight is back on the table: “Let’s go”
could be close to finally having his return to the ring confirmed. The American last fought in January when he defeated Teofimo Lopez to win the WBO super-lightweight title, becoming a four-division world champion in the process. In July, it was announced that the 29-year-old has signed with Dana White’s Zuffa Boxing, but it’s now […] The post Shakur Stevenson hints that US mega fight is back on the table: “Let’s go” appeared first on Boxing News .
Tony Bellew makes KO prediction for Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua after friendly press conference
Having previously struggled to select a winner between and , Tony Bellew has now given a definitive prediction for their clash on December 11. The two British heavyweights will finally square off at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium, where it is reported that they are set to collide for the WBA ‘super’ title. If this proves to […] The post Tony Bellew makes KO prediction for Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua after friendly press conference appeared first on Boxing News .
Robert Garcia predicts David Benavidez vs Andy Ruiz Jr at heavyweight: “He’d be too much for him”
Top trainer Robert Garcia has considered a potential clash between and , whose father and trainer is keen for their heavyweight showdown to eventually take place. Having previously expressed his interest in joining the land of the giants, Benavidez, too, would likely be eager to face Ruiz, who is coming off a unanimous decision defeat […] The post Robert Garcia predicts David Benavidez vs Andy Ruiz Jr at heavyweight: “He’d be too much for him” appeared first on Boxing News .
Devin Haney teases one of the biggest fights in boxing after a year out of the ring
Devin Haney has been out of the ring since late last year, but recent social media activity suggests that he will soon return. ‘The Dream’ beat Brian Norman Jr for the WBO welterweight world title in November 2025 to become a three-weight world champion. However, as seems so common with the sport’s top stars today, […] The post Devin Haney teases one of the biggest fights in boxing after a year out of the ring appeared first on Boxing News .
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