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Prince Naseem Hamed says one man stands alone as ‘the ultimate goat’ in boxing: “I’ll say it one more time”
is heralded as one of the most fan-friendly fighters of all time, famed for his unique style that showcased the very best of his speed, footwork and power, but when it came to naming the greatest fighters in boxing history, ‘Prince Naz’ named one man as ‘the ultimate goat’. Hamed’s rise to superstardom was one […] The post Prince Naseem Hamed says one man stands alone as ‘the ultimate goat’ in boxing: “I’ll say it one more time” appeared first on Boxing News .
Dmitry Bivol set for December fight against former champion as ‘no Beterbiev trilogy offer made’
Two years on from their initial undisputed title clash, fans were expecting to see Dmitry Bivol and Artur Beterbiev collide in a trilogy showdown, with the score tied at 1-1. However, it has now been revealed that no offer has been made for that bout, with Bivol instead moving on to a scrap with his […] The post Dmitry Bivol set for December fight against former champion as ‘no Beterbiev trilogy offer made’ appeared first on Boxing News .
Filip Hrgovic targets rematch for first fight as world champion: “It’s the one he wants”
pulled off an upset of the year contender to stun and capture the vacant IBF heavyweight on Saturday, and now it has been revealed who the Croatian would ideally face in his first fight as the titleholder. Hrgovic looked vulnerable at points during the beginning of the contest, outworked by the speedier 21-year-old and hitting […] The post Filip Hrgovic targets rematch for first fight as world champion: “It’s the one he wants” appeared first on Boxing News .
“I think it’s cost him”: Tyson Fury warns Moses Itauma he may struggle to ever comeback from Hrgovic loss
was unable to make history at the weekend, despite looking a level above his opponent, , at times. Now, two-time heavyweight world champion, , has admitted that he believes the youngster may find it difficult to bounce back. Itauma started strong and looked to be well on his way to a statement stoppage win that […] The post “I think it’s cost him”: Tyson Fury warns Moses Itauma he may struggle to ever comeback from Hrgovic loss appeared first on Boxing News .
Agit Kabayel confronted by KO artist heavyweight who demands title shot: “Don’t be afraid”
Newly-crowned WBC world champion has been called out by an unbeaten heavyweight who suspects he is being avoided. The 33-year-old was elevated from ‘interim’ to full WBC champion in June, immediately after Oleksandr Usyk decided to vacate his three heavyweight titles. Prior to that, Kabayel had claimed his interim belt with a sixth-round stoppage of […] The post Agit Kabayel confronted by KO artist heavyweight who demands title shot: “Don’t be afraid” appeared first on Boxing News .
British boxing icon says Moses Itauma’s training team is a ‘liability’
A British Olympic gold medallist has blamed head coach Ben Davison for ’s tactical flaws against Filip Hrgovic. The pair collided at London’s O2 Arena on Saturday, with Itauma bidding to become the youngest world heavyweight champion since Mike Tyson dethroned Trevor Berbick in 1986. And, indeed, he appeared close to doing so after scoring […] The post British boxing icon says Moses Itauma’s training team is a ‘liability’ appeared first on Boxing News .
Robert Garcia says one active fighter has a more impressive career than Floyd Mayweather
Floyd Mayweather is regarded as the greatest fighter since the turn of the millennium by many boxing fans. However, three-time BWAA Trainer of the Year Robert Garcia believes that there is one active fighter who has had a more impressive career than ‘TBE’. Mayweather ruled in five weight divisions and beat a host of fellow […] The post Robert Garcia says one active fighter has a more impressive career than Floyd Mayweather appeared first on Boxing News .
James Toney compares Ryan Garcia to ‘the greatest Mexican fighter ever’
is set to defend his WBC welterweight title against Conor Benn next weekend, and ahead of that bout, fan-favourite three-division world champion James Toney has compared the Californian superstar to one Mexican legend. Garcia had been scheduled to challenge for two world titles prior to his world title win, first missing the opportunity to win […] The post James Toney compares Ryan Garcia to ‘the greatest Mexican fighter ever’ appeared first on Boxing News .
Gervonta Davis set to target one division ahead of comeback next year: “He knows he wasn’t big enough”
has fought just once since June 2024, but it seems as though the inactivity of ‘Tank’ could soon come to an end, as a timescale for his return has finally been unveiled. Davis’ last win came against Frank Martin over 26 months ago, with the Baltimore knockout artist drawing to Lamont Roach Jr in his […] The post Gervonta Davis set to target one division ahead of comeback next year: “He knows he wasn’t big enough” appeared first on Boxing News .
Moses Itauma makes it clear who he wants to face next after shock Filip Hrgovic defeat
suffered a surprising defeat to Filip Hrgovic on Saturday, and the 21-year-old has now revealed who he wants to face upon his return. Itauma looked to be fulfilling his destiny and dominating his Croatian opponent during the opening rounds at the O2 Arena over the weekend, but his success soon turned to desperation when Hrgovic’s […] The post Moses Itauma makes it clear who he wants to face next after shock Filip Hrgovic defeat appeared first on Boxing News .
Shawn Porter predicts Canelo’s comeback fight against Mbilli: “He’s explosive”
Canelo Alvarez is hoping to regain one of his former super-middleweight titles at the first time of asking when he makes his comeback this October against WBC champion Christian Mbilli. Two-time welterweight ruler Shawn Porter has revealed his prediction for the fight. Alvarez lost all four of his belts at 168lbs to Terence Crawford last […] The post Shawn Porter predicts Canelo’s comeback fight against Mbilli: “He’s explosive” appeared first on Boxing News .
Usyk’s long-time promoter sums up Anthony Joshua’s chances of beating Tyson Fury now
Fans continue to wait for an official announcement for the fight between and , and now Alex Krassyuk, who promoted Oleksandr Usyk for his bouts against Joshua and Fury, has offered his thoughts on the long-awaited grudge match. Usyk twice outpointed both ‘AJ’ and ‘The Gypsy King’ in the four standout performances of his heavyweight […] The post Usyk’s long-time promoter sums up Anthony Joshua’s chances of beating Tyson Fury now appeared first on Boxing News .
Oleksandr Usyk sets sights on one man for final fight with date and location lined up
The professional career of is approaching its final chapter, and the targeted opponent and date for his finale has been revealed. Usyk almost suffered a shock defeat when defending his heavyweight crown against Dutch kickboxer Rico Verhoeven at the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt back in May, before rallying to a much-needed round 11 stoppage […] The post Oleksandr Usyk sets sights on one man for final fight with date and location lined up appeared first on Boxing News .
Wladimir Klitschko sends message to Moses Itauma after KO loss to Filip Hrgovic
There are few who can currently relate to the feelings of after his loss to Filip Hrgovic, but one man who went through a similar experience is heavyweight legend Wladimir Klitschko, and the Ukrainian superstar has now offered his thoughts on the fight. The disparity in skill between Itauma and Hrgovic was there for all […] The post Wladimir Klitschko sends message to Moses Itauma after KO loss to Filip Hrgovic appeared first on Boxing News .
Filip Hrgovic names who is better between Moses Itauma and Daniel Dubois after facing both
On Saturday night, Filip Hrgovic shook up the heavyweight division by halting Moses Itauma and getting his hands on the IBF heavyweight world title. During the aftermath, ‘El Animal’ assessed how the youngster stacked up to his former opponents, one of which is reigning WBO titleholder, Daniel Dubois. Dubois handed Hrgovic the solitary defeat of […] The post Filip Hrgovic names who is better between Moses Itauma and Daniel Dubois after facing both appeared first on Boxing News .
Former heavyweight champion who fought Anthony Joshua vows to ‘make history’ ahead of comeback
Former unified world champion has expressed his desire to make history after completing his comeback fight this weekend. The Mexican-American is perhaps best known for causing a major upset in 2019, dethroning Anthony Joshua with a stunning seventh-round finish in New York. In doing so, he became the first heavyweight champion of Mexican heritage and […] The post Former heavyweight champion who fought Anthony Joshua vows to ‘make history’ ahead of comeback appeared first on Boxing News .
Carl Froch delivers verdict on Moses Itauma’s chances of becoming champion after Hrgovic loss
Carl Froch has considered how the “mental scars” of losing to might affect ’s chances of becoming a world heavyweight champion. The 21-year-old had the opportunity to do exactly that last Saturday, only to empty his gas tank and succumb to a ninth-round stoppage at London’s O2 Arena. Prior to the finish, Itauma seemed on […] The post Carl Froch delivers verdict on Moses Itauma’s chances of becoming champion after Hrgovic loss appeared first on Boxing News .
Devin Haney’s 5 man hit list: “He’s a wildcard”
Bill Haney has named a five-man hit list for his son, Devin, who looks to return to action later this year. ‘The Dream’ has not fought since last November, when he became a three-division world champion by dethroning Brian Norman Jr with a unanimous decision victory. After that, he was in talks for a unification […] The post Devin Haney’s 5 man hit list: “He’s a wildcard” appeared first on Boxing News .
Terence Crawford trainer ‘BoMac’ says he knows the man to beat Devin Haney
Top trainer Brian ‘BoMac’ McIntyre believes one man at 147lbs, who is yet to even secure a world title shot, has the beating of WBO champion Devin Haney. ‘The Dream’ claimed his welterweight strap last November, becoming a three-division world champion by dethroning Brian Norman Jr with a wide points victory after flooring his man […] The post Terence Crawford trainer ‘BoMac’ says he knows the man to beat Devin Haney appeared first on Boxing News .
Chris Eubank Jr trainer sums up Conor Benn’s chances of beating Ryan Garcia
Top trainer Brian ‘BoMac’ McIntyre believes the version of that fought Chris Eubank Jr is capable of pulling off a major upset against . Eubank employed the services of BoMac ahead of his rematch with Benn, having won their first encounter by unanimous decision in April 2025. That following November, Eubank was once again compelled […] The post Chris Eubank Jr trainer sums up Conor Benn’s chances of beating Ryan Garcia appeared first on Boxing News .
Jaron Ennis accused of avoiding ‘the best fight at 154’: “He’s making excuses”
and promoter Eddie Hearn have been accused of swerving the “biggest fight” at 154lbs in favour of a unification match with Josh Kelly. ‘Boots’ became a two-division unified champion in June, dethroning Xander Zayas with a seventh-round stoppage for the WBO and WBA world titles. Since then, the 29-year-old has expressed an interest in facing […] The post Jaron Ennis accused of avoiding ‘the best fight at 154’: “He’s making excuses” appeared first on Boxing News .
Undefeated KO artist moves closer to Canelo fight after latest stoppage: “It’s going to happen”
Canelo Alvarez could be ordered to enter an immediate title defence if he emerges victorious against Christian Mbilli on October 31. The Mexican has not fought since September 2025, when he was relieved of his undisputed super-middleweight crown after losing a unanimous decision to Terence Crawford. On that same card, Mbilli retained his WBC ‘interim’ […] The post Undefeated KO artist moves closer to Canelo fight after latest stoppage: “It’s going to happen” appeared first on Boxing News .
Oleksandr Usyk sums up Moses Itauma’s KO defeat to Filip Hrgovic
has spoken out after dramatically came up short against Filip Hrgovic on Saturday. Itauma suffered the first defeat of his professional career as he was stopped by Hrgovic in their vacant IBF heavyweight title fight at The O2 Arena in London. It looked like the Brit was well on the way to earning the win […] The post Oleksandr Usyk sums up Moses Itauma’s KO defeat to Filip Hrgovic appeared first on Boxing News .
Tyson Fury reacts to ‘shocking’ Moses Itauma vs Filip Hrgovic fight
Tyson Fury has offered his thoughts on the “shocking” outcome of Moses Itauma getting stopped in nine rounds by veteran Filip Hrgovic. The pair collided at London’s O2 Arena on Saturday, with Itauma looking set to become the youngest world heavyweight champion since Mike Tyson dethroned Trevor Berbick in 1986. He had, after all, built […] The post Tyson Fury reacts to ‘shocking’ Moses Itauma vs Filip Hrgovic fight appeared first on Boxing News .
Filip Hrgovic rates Moses Itauma’s power after surviving his best shots to win world title
Filip Hrgovic has assessed the power of Moses Itauma after absorbing his best shots, round after round, and eventually securing a remarkable come-from-behind stoppage. The Croatian became his country’s first-ever world heavyweight champion last Saturday, pulling off a major upset to outlast home favourite Itauma at London’s O2 Arena. Hrgovic had lost every round, almost […] The post Filip Hrgovic rates Moses Itauma’s power after surviving his best shots to win world title appeared first on B...
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