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  • Jake Paul Eyes World Title Run: “Badou Jack, Zordo, Joshua, Even Canelo Are on the Horizon”

    Jake Paul Eyes World Title Run: “Badou Jack, Zordo, Joshua, Even Canelo Are on the Horizon”

    Jake Paul is setting his sights higher than ever, declaring his intention to pursue a world title and naming established champions Badou Jack, Gilberto “Zordo” Ramírez, Anthony Joshua, and even Canelo Álvarez as potential opponents on his path. After building a professional boxing career that has moved beyond novelty matchups, Jake Paul now says he is in active discussions with several top fighters as he looks to prove himself against recognized names in the sport. With a record of 11-1 and an upcoming fight against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., Paul’s latest comments mark a clear shift toward challenging for legitimate titles and stepping into the ring with some of boxing’s most accomplished athletes.

    Jake Paul Wants Canelo and Anthony Joshua

    Jake Paul, a YouTuber-turned-boxer, has built an 11-1 professional boxing record since his debut in 2020, with notable victories over opponents from various backgrounds, including former MMA champions Ben Askren and Tyron Woodley, as well as ex-NBA player Nate Robinson. Paul suffered his first defeat in a split decision against Tommy Fury in February 2023 but rebounded with a win over Nate Diaz and three subsequent knockout victories. His next bout is scheduled for June 28, 2025, against former WBC middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., as Paul continues to seek legitimacy in the sport.

    In recent comments, Jake Paul revealed ongoing discussions with several prominent fighters, including Gervonta Davis, Anthony Joshua, Badou Jack, Ryan Garcia, KSI, and Tommy Fury. Among these, Badou Jack stands out as a significant target. Jack is a Swedish boxer and three-division world champion, having held the WBC super-middleweight, WBA light-heavyweight, and WBC cruiserweight titles.

    Jake Paul also mentioned interest in facing Zordo, a nickname for Gilberto Ramírez, another high-profile boxer, and highlighted Canelo Álvarez as a long-term goal. Canelo is a Mexican boxer and multiple-time world champion across four weight classes, widely regarded as one of the sport’s elite, and recently became a two-time undisputed super middleweight champion.

    In an interview with The Schmo, Jake Paul explained:

    “Yeah, look, I mean, we’re in discussions with a lot of names-Gervonta Davis, Anthony Joshua, Badou Jack, Ryan Garcia, KSI, Tommy Fury. So there’s a lot of people on the hit list. But Badou Jack excites me a lot and I definitely want to become world champions, so going after Zordo or Badou sounds like a good game plan to me. But Canelo’s still on the horizon”

    Other names Paul referenced include Gervonta Davis, an American lightweight champion known for his knockout power; Anthony Joshua, a British former unified heavyweight champion; Ryan Garcia, a lightweight contender; KSI, a fellow YouTuber and boxer; and Tommy Fury, a British boxer and reality TV personality who handed Paul his only loss. This means that Paul is considering opponents ranging from the lightweight division at 135 pounds all the way up to heavyweight at over 250 pounds.

    Jake Paul’s list of potential opponents covers a wide spectrum of boxing weight classes. Gervonta Davis is a lightweight, fighting at 135 pounds. Ryan Garcia currently competes at super lightweight, which is 140 pounds. Tommy Fury has fought around the light heavyweight limit, weighing in at about 175 to 183 pounds in recent bouts.

    KSI and Paul himself have competed at cruiserweight, which has an upper limit of 200 pounds. Badou Jack has held world titles at super middleweight (168 pounds), light heavyweight (175 pounds), and cruiserweight (200 pounds). Gilberto “Zordo” Ramírez is a unified cruiserweight champion, also fighting at 200 pounds. Anthony Joshua is a heavyweight, typically weighing over 250 pounds, while Canelo Álvarez has competed from light middleweight (154 pounds) up to light heavyweight (175 pounds).

    Paul’s ambitions signal a shift from celebrity-driven exhibitions to seeking bouts with established champions, aiming for world title contention in the cruiserweight division and beyond.

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  • Ryan Garcia Reflects on Surreal Times Square Experience: ‘It Felt Like A Sparring Match’

    Ryan Garcia Reflects on Surreal Times Square Experience: ‘It Felt Like A Sparring Match’

    Ryan Garcia suggests the unusual fight venue may have contributed to his underwhelming performance.

    On Friday night, Garcia headlined a fight card titled “Fatal Fury: City of Wolves” at the iconic Times Square in Manhattan, New York City, where he faced off against Rolando Romero.

    “KingRy” struggled to find his rhythm from the opening bell and was knocked down by Romero in the second round. Throughout the bout, Garcia was consistently outboxed in a contest that lacked sustained action. Ultimately, “Rolly” impressed the judges with his technical precision, earning a unanimous decision victory.

    During the post-fight press conference, Garcia acknowledged falling short of expectations while praising Romero for his dominant performance in the squared circle. Many fans and analysts speculated that Garcia’s year-long hiatus might have contributed to his disappointing showing.

    However, another factor to consider is the venue itself. The high-profile event was held in a secluded section of Times Square with sparse fan attendance, and New York’s notorious traffic added to the challenge.

    The former WBC interim champion specifically cited the unusual venue as a possible factor in his lackluster performance.

    “I really wasn’t a fan of that at all,” Garcia said. “It felt like a sparring match, and it felt like you could hear everybody. It just didn’t feel authentic to me. But no excuses. It is what it is. It was just so weird because usually once you step in the ring, everything fades away. This time I went in the ring and I could hear everything… Everybody just screaming stuff. I don’t know why I didn’t zone it out. It just felt like a weird fever dream. It was so awkward. Usually fights don’t feel that way.”

  • Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford Named First TKO Boxing Event, Dana White To Promote

    Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford Named First TKO Boxing Event, Dana White To Promote

    The announcements about Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford continue to pour out, and another one has been made by Turki Alalshikh hours after the fight was officially confirmed.

    The Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority in Saudi Arabia has announced that Canelo vs. Crawford — which will take place on September 12 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas — will be the first TKO boxing event.

    In the announcement on social media, Alalshikh adds that the fight will be promoted by none other than UFC CEO Dana White.

    Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford To Be Held Under TKO Banner, Promoted By Dana White

    This follows the official formation of the yet-to-be-officially-named boxing league in March. The boxing promotion will be headed up by Alalshikh and White, as well as Nick Khan — CEO of the WWE. The UFC and WWE both fall under the TKO conglomerate after a merger featuring the two brands in 2023.

    While White had briefly teased a leap into boxing with the Zuffa Boxing brand during the 2010s — namely around the time of the Floyd Mayweather vs. Conor McGregor event — that idea came and went. But White had teased testing the boxing waters once again in recent years.

    The date of the Canelo vs. Crawford fight is one day prior to the Noche UFC 3 card — also known as UFC 320 — which is currently scheduled for September 13 in Guadalajara, Mexico.

    The TKO boxing league, in its initial announcement, teased details that included boxers having access to the UFC’s Performance Institute locations and TKO’s production team handling broadcast and promotion matters for both in-arena experiences and globally. TKO also promoted a structured system of talent development.

  • Canelo Alvarez Vs. Terence Crawford Finally Official For September In Las Vegas

    Canelo Alvarez Vs. Terence Crawford Finally Official For September In Las Vegas

    After months of rumors, reports, and speculations, two of the greatest boxers in the world today will finally clash.

    Following Canelo Alvarez’s undisputed super middleweight title win over William Scull in Saudi Arabia, Turki Alalshikh brought Terence Crawford into the ring and announced that the long-awaited bout between the two is now officially booked.

    Alvarez and Crawford will meet in a 12-round clash for Alvarez’s undisputed super middleweight championship on September 12 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

    “I’m the best, that’s why [I’ll win],” Crawford said when asked about the fight. “That’s why everyone’s going to come watch September 12.”

    Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford Officially To Take Place In Las Vegas This September

    The two fighters shared a first face-off in the middle of the ring following Alvarez’s victory over Scull.

    The bout had reportedly been agreed to in January, but it was perhaps dependent upon Alvarez’s fight with Scull.

    Despite the fight being heavily panned, Alvarez came out on top in a unanimous decision, retaining the WBA (Super), WBC and WBO 168-pound titles and winning back the IBF title he had been stripped of months earlier for choosing to face Edgar Berlanga over Scull in September.

    The fight with Alvarez will be Crawford’s first since defeating Israil Madrimov for the WBA and WBO light middleweight championships last August. Crawford has previously been undisputed champion at both welterweight and light welterweight.

  • ‘Embarrassing’ – Jake Paul, Fans Rip Into Canelo Alvarez Becoming Undisputed Champion Again In Lackluster Outing

    ‘Embarrassing’ – Jake Paul, Fans Rip Into Canelo Alvarez Becoming Undisputed Champion Again In Lackluster Outing

    Though it was not in the greatest of fights, Canelo Alvarez can now call himself a two-time undisputed super middleweight champion, coming out on top in a win over William Scull. The fight headlined a Riyadh Season card held in Saudi Arabia.

    Alvarez retained the WBA (Super), WBC and WBO super middleweight titles, while regaining the IBF super middleweight gold he had been stripped of months earlier.

    After what appeared to be a feel-out first round, Alvarez started to connect in the second, doing work with his combinations. Scull focused on his jab, and that jab continued to be on display for the first half of the fight. That said, Scull seemed to only be throwing one or two punches at a time before dancing around the ring. Alvarez’s production was low, meanwhile, moving around the ring and being selective with his punches, trying to work the body when he does throw.

    After a quiet round seven that Alvarez appeared to take off, Alvarez re-pressured, targeting the body and making Scull throw and miss off the back foot. That ended up being the rest of the fight, as neither man threw much of note, with the referee at one point even pausing to tell the fighters to pick up their action.

    Alvarez would take a unanimous decision with scores of 115-113, 116-112, and 119-109.

    Canelo Alvarez Becomes Undisputed Super Middleweight Champion Again In Highly-Criticized Fight With William Scull

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    Alvarez has now won six straight since his May 2022 loss to Dmitry Bivol. He has been WBA (Super) and WBC super middleweight champion since defeating Callum Smith in December 2020, before adding the IBF title six months later in a win over Billy Joe Saunders. Alvarez had also been IBF champion but was stripped of the title for choosing to face Edgar Berlanga in September, rather than Scull.

    Alvarez also appeared to have at one point been in discussion to box with Jake Paul before plans to compete on a Riyadh Season card were finalized.

    Scull won the IBF title in October, scoring a decision over Vladimir Shishkin.

  • Manny Pacquiao To End Four Year Layoff With WBC Title Shot In July

    Manny Pacquiao To End Four Year Layoff With WBC Title Shot In July

    Manny Pacquiao appears set to come out of retirement and lace up the gloves once more for a highly anticipated return to the boxing ring.

    On Friday, WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman announced that Pacquiao is expected to return to active competition after a four-year hiatus, with plans to face reigning WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios. The bout is rumored to take place on July 19 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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    Sulaiman explained that under WBC rules, a former champion of Pacquiao’s caliber is allowed to come out of retirement and immediately compete for a title. He further revealed that the 46-year-old Filipino boxing legend has already received medical clearance from the Nevada State Athletic Commission.

    “Pac Man” was last seen in the ring in August 2021, where he endured a grueling unanimous decision loss to Yordenis Ugás in their WBA super welterweight title bout. His most recent victory came in July 2019, when he edged out Keith Thurman via split decision in a hard-fought battle nearly six years ago.

    Pacquiao assumed office as a senator in June 2016, following a successful campaign in that year’s national elections. He held the position until 2022, stepping away from legislative duties to launch a presidential bid in the Philippines.

    The former multi-division world champion boasts a storied professional record of 62-8-2, with 39 of those wins coming by knockout. “Pac Man” is also set to receive one of boxing’s highest honors when he is officially inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame this June in Canastota, New York.

    Meanwhile, Barrios was elevated to WBC welterweight champion in 2023 after Terence Crawford vacated the belt to move up in weight. “El Azteca” last competed in November, appearing on the undercard of the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson event. In his first title defense, the 29-year-old American went the distance with Abel Ramos, earning a tightly contested draw that allowed him to retain the championship.

    Barrios is currently riding a four-fight win streak, with a professional record of 29-2-1 and 18 wins by knockout.

  • Fatal Fury Boxing: Ryan Garcia Knocked Down, Upset By Rolly Romero; Devin Haney & Teofimo Lopez Win In Snoozefest-Filled Card

    Fatal Fury Boxing: Ryan Garcia Knocked Down, Upset By Rolly Romero; Devin Haney & Teofimo Lopez Win In Snoozefest-Filled Card

    Turki Al-alshikh was ambitious in trying to set out a boxing card that was dropped in the middle of Times Square in New York. And while the Fatal Fury card on May 2 had an aesthetically pleasing look to it, the card has unanimously been panned as a letdown that may have done more harm to the sport than help it.

    This was all capped off in the main event, as Ryan Garcia, in his first fight since his win-turned-no-contest against Devin Haney — and the subsequent controversy-filled year he had — was upset in dramatic fashion by Ronaldo “Rolly” Romero in a bout for the vacant WBA lightweight championship.

    Garcia looked to find his rhythm early, working a strong jab in the opening minutes. But Romero had a little surprise, landing a rocking hook that sent Garcia to the canvas in the second. Garcia got up and worked his way back into the fight with his jab over the next couple of rounds. Romero continued to try and work the body, however, and it seemed Garcia was fighting at a much slower pace than we’re used to after eating the canvas.

    Despite pleas from his corner, Garcia’s pace did not pick up in the second half of the fight. Romero didn’t even need to increase his own game, as his activity was way more noticeable than the former lightweight and super featherweight champion’s. Romero continued to land some solid hooks as he completely outclassed Garcia.

    All three judges gave the nod to Romero, with scores of 115-112 (from two judges) and 118-109.

    Fatal Fur Boxing: Rolly Romero Upsets Ryan Garcia For WBA Title; Devin Haney Makes Dubious Boxing History In Win Over Jose Ramirez; Teofimo Lopez Retains WBO Title

    The penultimate fight of the evening was one for the record books — and not in a good way — as Devin Haney scored a unanimous decision victory over Jose Ramirez.

    Per Compubox, the pair threw the fourth-fewest punches thrown in the history of 12-round fights at any weight class. Just as bad, each fighter landed less than 100 punches throughout the entire 12 rounds that have been analyzed by Compubox. Dan Rafael added that Haney never landed more than nine punches in the round, while Ramirez never landed more than six in a round during the sloppy affair.

    Nevertheless, it was a clear decision for Haney, who dictated the pace for nearly all of the bout. The judges scored the bout 119-109 (x2) and 118-110 for the former undisputed lightweight champion.

    Teofimo Lopez headed up the first of the three promoted main events of the evening, retaining his WBO junior welterweight championship against Arnold Barboza Jr. Barboza had his fair share of moments in the fight, landing early on the champion, as well as landing a strong right hand that caught Lopez’s attention. Lopez, however, was thoroughly dominant, utilizing his speed and footwork in executing combinations at a hand speed pace Barboza couldn’t keep up with.

    All three judges scored the fight for Lopez, with two 116-112 totals and an 118-110.

  • ‘Fight Of The Year’ – Fans And Fighters React As Chris Eubank Wins Epic War Against Conor Benn

    ‘Fight Of The Year’ – Fans And Fighters React As Chris Eubank Wins Epic War Against Conor Benn

    In what ended up being an explosive, highly entertaining battle of second-generation boxing talents, Chris Eubank scored a unanimous decision victory over Conor Benn at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, England.

    Benn came out blazing from the opening bell, using explosive combinations and rapid movement. Not only did that overwhelm Eubank, but so, too, did his body work and speed. Eubank, meanwhile, struggled to find rhythm as Ben appeared to be in control, landing damaging shots.

    At about the halfway point of the fight, however, Eubank began to find success and turn the tide. He soon was the one in control and landing the more effective punches. This included a strong right hand that seemed to stumble Benn during the ninth round. Benn, however, looked to fire back with power and stay composed, trying to bring the pressure right back to Eubank.

    Though he sported a cut from an accidental clash of heads, Eubank continued to press hard, leading to an insane 12th and final round. Eubank rocked Benn once again, but Benn recovered quickly and returned fire with vicious punches. The two went back-to-back, with the final result being anyone’s guess.

    Ultimately, all three judges scored the bout for Eubank 116-112.

    Fighters, Fans React As Chris Eubank Wins Electrifying Battle With Conor Benn

    Eubank has now won three straight and nine of his last 10. He came into this contest off his IBO middleweight title win over Kamil Szeremeta in October.

    On the other hand, this marked the first loss in Benn’s career, dropping him to 23-1. It was also his first fight in about 14 months, most recently defeating Peter Dobson in February 2024.

  • Oleksandr Usyk vs. Daniel Dubois Rematch Pushed To New July Date

    Oleksandr Usyk vs. Daniel Dubois Rematch Pushed To New July Date

    Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois now have a new date locked in to reignite their rivalry.

    According to a recent report by Ring Magazine, the rematch between Usyk and Dubois, originally scheduled for July 12 at Wembley Stadium in London, England, has now been pushed back to July 19.

    The reshuffling was prompted to prevent a scheduling conflict with the newly announced Ring Magazine event, which will be headlined by reigning WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson as he defends his title against the undefeated William Zepeda.

    The two fighters first met on August 23, when Usyk emerged victorious over the up-and-coming Englishman with a dominant ninth-round TKO. However, the outcome was marred by controversy after Dubois landed a body shot in the fifth round that dropped Usyk, with the punch being ruled a low blow.

    Usyk enters this rematch on the back of two dominant decision victories over Tyson Fury last year. The undefeated Ukrainian made history as the first undisputed heavyweight champion of the four-belt era after his monumental victory over “The Gypsy King” in May.

    However, to secure the highly anticipated rematch with Fury, “The Cat” was forced to vacate his IBF title, which Dubois claimed after defeating Filip Hrgovic in June 2024. Usyk currently holds an undefeated professional record of 23-0, including 14 knockout wins.

    Meanwhile, “Dynamite” is riding the momentum of a three-fight win streak and is coming off a fifth-round knockout victory over Anthony Joshua in September to retain his title. Dubois was initially slated to defend his IBF title against Joseph Parker in February, but had to pull out just two days before the bout due to illness.

    The 27-year-old London native currently impressive professional record of 22-2, with a staggering 21 of those victories coming by way of knockout.

  • Jake Paul Returns Against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. On June 28 In California

    Jake Paul Returns Against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. On June 28 In California

    Jake Paul will be returning to action this summer to kick off his 2025 campaign.

    On Friday, Ring Magazine’s Mike Coppinger first reported that Paul is slated to face former WBC middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. in a cruiserweight showdown.

    Later in the evening, “The Problem Child” himself confirmed the news, officially announcing that the bout is scheduled for June 28 at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California.

    Before finalizing his bout with Chavez Jr., Paul was deep in talks for a superfight with Canelo Alvarez, targeting a May date. However, those plans fell through when Alvarez opted to sign a lucrative deal with Riyadh Season promotion.

    The YouTuber-turned-boxer even took aim at the Mexican superstar on social media, mocking Canelo’s unanimous decision win over Chavez Jr. from May 2017.

    “I just defeated the baddest man on the planet and broke multiple records, and now I’m going against a former world champion with 54 wins who Canelo could barely beat,” Jake Paul wrote on X.

    “The Problem Child” last stepped into the ring in November, earning a unanimous decision win over former undisputed heavyweight champion Mike Tyson. The 28-year-old Ohio native is riding a five-fight winning streak and boasts a professional record of 11-1. His lone defeat came in February 2023, when he suffered a narrow split decision loss to Tommy Fury.

    Meanwhile, Chavez Jr. was last seen on the undercard of Paul’s bout with Mike Perry this past July, scoring a unanimous decision victory over former UFC standout Uriah Hall. The win marked his first appearance in the squared circle following a three-year layoff.

    “La Leyenda Continua” reigned as the WBC middleweight champion from 2011 to 2012, successfully defending the title three times before dropping it to Sergio Martínez in September 2012. The seasoned Mexican veteran boasts a professional record of 54-6-1 with one no contest, and 34 of those victories coming by way of knockout.

  • Conor McGregor vs. KSI ‘Was A Done Deal,’ Says Misfits Boxing’s Mams Taylor

    Conor McGregor vs. KSI ‘Was A Done Deal,’ Says Misfits Boxing’s Mams Taylor

    Conor McGregor was supposedly in advanced negotiations for potential showdowns against top influencer boxers.

    McGregor has remained sidelined since suffering a brutal leg break in his trilogy clash with Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 back in July 2021. Despite years of relentless teases and bold declarations about a comeback, the Irishman’s long-awaited return to the Octagon has remained nothing more than talk.

    Back in December, “The Notorious” revealed he was actively plotting a high-profile exhibition bout against Logan Paul in India, aiming for a summer showdown before making his UFC return. But as it turns out, Paul wasn’t the only YouTuber-turned-part-time boxer on McGregor’s radar.

    During a recent episode of Misfits News on YouTube, promoter Mams Taylor revealed that McGregor was on the verge of finalizing a crossover boxing match against KSI. The bout, reportedly orchestrated by Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority Chairman Turki Alalshikh, was set to take place on Alcatraz Island in June.

    However, at the last moment, just before the fight could be officially announced, the former UFC two-division champion reportedly withdrew.

    “The Conor McGregor one, we thought it was a done deal,” Taylor said. “We were told it was a done deal. I don’t know exactly [what happened] because I wasn’t part of the negotiations with Conor, but I think Conor made a statement recently about that and addressed it subtly so just refer back to that. He wants to be a politician and who knows? I think that’s a very exciting fight, I think it’s a wonderful fight, it would be massive. That got KSI more excited than I’ve ever seen him and I’ve seen him go through ups, downs, all kinds of crazy stuff we’ve been through together.”

    Taylor’s assertions seem to be corroborated by a statement made by “The Notorious” last month, where McGregor confessed to turning down an opportunity to fight on Alcatraz. He explained that his focus was instead directed toward his ambitious presidential campaign in Ireland.

    Meanwhile, KSI was initially set to face McGregor’s close friend Dillon Danis in the headline matchup at Misfits Boxing 21 on March 29. However, the British YouTuber withdrew from the fight, citing an alleged illness.

    While the bout was reportedly postponed with hopes of rescheduling, it now seems increasingly unlikely that the fight will ever be rebooked.

  • Jake Paul Claims He Was Close To Booking Gervonta Davis Superfight

    Jake Paul Claims He Was Close To Booking Gervonta Davis Superfight

    Jake Paul continues to chase marquee names in his quest for boxing legitimacy.

    Over the past few years, Paul has headlined a string of crossover bouts, often squaring off against ex-UFC stars. While his fight card has leaned heavily on name value and entertainment, Paul insists his long-term ambition is to capture a recognized title. His confidence only grew after defeating 58-year-old boxing legend Mike Tyson last November.

    “The Problem Child” was eyeing a blockbuster clash with multi-division champion Canelo Alvarez, with the two camps allegedly deep in discussions. However, the potential superfight quickly fizzled out as the Mexican superstar dismissed the bout entirely, opting instead to sign a four-fight deal with Riyadh Season. However, that wasn’t the only high-profile opportunity that slipped through Paul’s fingers this year.

    In a recent interview with iFL TV, Jake Paul stated that a mega-fight with Gervonta Davis was all but finalized, with talks advancing to the brink of an official announcement. However, the deal ultimately fell through as the reigning WBA lightweight champion chose to prioritize on his rematch against Lamont Roach Jr.

    “Yeah, it was highly talked about and in negotiations, and almost ready to make happen,” Paul said. “But he has to do his rematch with Lamont and get that W. Then we’ll be able to run it back. But me and Gervonta were scheduled to fight, for sure.”

    Even if the deal had gone through, the matchup would have raised eyebrows due to the extreme weight difference as “Tank” fights at lightweight, where the limit is 135 pounds. In stark contrast, Paul weighed in at a bulky 227 pounds for his recent heavyweight showdown with Tyson and typically competes in the cruiserweight division.

    With potential bouts against Alvarez and Davis no longer in play, “The Problem Child” has now set his sights on former unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua, eyeing a blockbuster clash sometime in early 2026. Jake Paul boasts a boxing record of 11-1, with seven of those victories coming by way of knockout.

    Meanwhile, Davis is fresh off a gritty majority draw against Roach Jr. last month. “Tank” remains unbeaten in his professional career, holding a 30-0-1 record with 28 wins by knockout.

  • Cris Cyborg’s Boxing Return Set To Come In Scott Coker’s Fight Night Promotion

    Cris Cyborg is set to box Precious Harris-McCray on May 17 in the co-main event of Fight Night 3: San Jose, promotion officials announced. The six-round boxing match will take place at the Tech CU Arena in San Jose, California.

    Cyborg, a multi-promotion MMA champion with a 6-0 record in boxing, will be entering her third boxing match this year. She recently secured two knockout victories in Colombia in March. 

    Her decision to participate in this boxing match under the Fight Night banner, promoted in part by Scott Coker, marks a reunion with a familiar figure from her Strikeforce and Bellator MMA days.

    Cyborg reflected on the upcoming bout and her career milestone in a post on Instagram.

    “Back in the Bay! 🚨May 17th 2005 is the anniversary of my first professional fight. This year is the 20th year of my professional career and to celebrate: May 17th 2025. I will be fighting Precious Harris-McCray in a 6 round professional boxing fight in San Jose, CA with @fightnightsanjose.”

    While actively competing in boxing, Cyborg last stepped into the MMA cage in October 2024, where she defeated Larissa Pacheco at PFL: Battle of the Giants. 

  • Rashad Evans Reveals ‘Rampage’ Jackson Boxing Match Has Been Canceled

    Rashad Evans Reveals ‘Rampage’ Jackson Boxing Match Has Been Canceled

    Fight fans won’t see the boxing match between Rashad Evans and Quinton Jackson after all. It was slated to take place on April 12, but now the fight looks unlikely. 

    In an Instagram post, Evans claimed the “boxing showdown” between the two former UFC light heavyweight champions next week at The Pit in Albuquerque, N.M., is not going to happen. The fight had been announced in mid-February. 

    In the video, Evans kept things vague and said, “There were contractual obligations not met, so we had to make this difficult decision to pull the fight.” Evans added that the decision was made to “let the lawyers handle it” and said he hoped the fight would be rescheduled.

    “I’m disappointed to announce the fight between @rampagejackson will NOT take place April 12th in Albuquerque at the PIT. There were contractual obligations not met so we had to make this difficult decision to pull the fight. However we do remain hopeful that this fight can happen at a later date. Sorry to you fight fans, we were really excited to put on a show. Thank you all for the support!”

    The clash was to reignite a feud that reached its zenith during their coaching stint on Season 10 of The Ultimate Fighter. The first fight between Evans and Jackson took place in the main event of UFC 114 in Las Vegas, where Evans emerged victorious via unanimous decision.

    Evans’s most recent in-ring appearance was in January 2022, where he secured another unanimous decision win against Gabriel Checco at Eagle FC 44. On the flip side, Jackson last competed in December 2019, suffering a knockout loss to Fedor Emelianenko at Bellator 237.

  • Darren Till Believes Dillon Danis ‘Said No’ To Fighting Him After KSI Withdrawal

    Darren Till is claiming that Dillon Danis refused to fight him following the fallout of his bout with KSI.

    Till was scheduled to take on Darren Stewart in the co-main event of Misfits Boxing 21 on March 29 at the AO Arena in Manchester, England. The fight card was set to be headlined by a grudge match between KSI and Danis.

    However, last week, the YouTuber-turned-boxer revealed that a three-week struggle with illness had led to the entire event being postponed.

    Disheartened by the event’s postponement, “The Gorilla” voiced his frustration on social media, emphasizing that he was fully prepared for his fight. He even had a chance to salvage the card, but unfortunately, it didn’t come to fruition.

    During a recent interview with iFL TV, Till revealed that he was offered a chance to face Danis in a reworked main event. However, according to the UFC welterweight title challenger, “El Jefe” ultimately declined the fight.

    “Yeah, that was brought up, and I don’t know whether they said something like, they couldn’t do it for some political reasons, or I don’t know if he said no,” Darren Tll said. “I’m pretty certain that he [Danis] said no. I can’t imagine Dillon wanting to fight me in boxing. I tried to fight him, but obviously, that didn’t materialize. So I don’t know why. On my side, obviously, I said yeah, but who knows on their side.

    Darren Till returned to competition after a prolonged absence following his UFC departure, making his boxing debut under the Social Knockouts banner in June 2024. In an unexpected outcome, he claimed a TKO victory over Mohammad Mutie.

    “The Gorilla” later returned to the ring under the Misfits Boxing banner in January, competing in a professional bout where he secured a sixth-round knockout against Anthony Taylor.

    Meanwhile, as Danis awaits the rescheduling of his bout against KSI, he remains booked to compete under the newly launched Global Fight League (GFL). He is set to face former UFC interim lightweight champion Tony Ferguson in a bout provisionally set for May.

  • Team Usyk Open To Dana White ‘Partnership’ For Alex Pereira Fight

    Team Usyk Open To Dana White ‘Partnership’ For Alex Pereira Fight

    Dana White’s official foray into boxing could bridge the gap to making a potential blockbuster crossover fight between Oleksandr Usyk and Alex Pereira a reality.

    “The Cat” has hinted that he is nearing the final chapter of his boxing career, with just two fights left before calling it quits. His top priority is a rematch with Daniel Dubois for the IBF heavyweight title, as he sets his sights on reclaiming his status as the undisputed four-belt champion.

    Meanwhile, for his second bout, Usyk revealed last month that he’s open to facing former UFC light heavyweight champion Pereira — an idea that quickly caught “Poatan’s” interest as well. Sergey Lapin, a member of the undefeated Ukrainian champion’s team, suggests that booking the matchup may now be more feasible than it once was.

    During a recent discussion with OLBG, Lapin noted that the UFC CEO’s collaboration with Saudi Arabian General Entertainment Authority head Turki Alalshikh to launch a boxing league has significantly increased the likelihood of a crossover showdown between Usyk and Pereira.

    “We never say never about fighting the dangerous Alex Pereira, possibly partnered with Dana White,” Lapin said. “Dana’s move to boxing could open the door for more fights between boxers and current UFC stars.

    “Dana is a capable guy, and with Turki’s abilities, they would create a very interesting project. It will bring attention to our great sport, expand the fan base, attract new investment, and possibly increase the purses of the athletes.”

    Although White permitted former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor to face boxing icon Floyd Mayweather in August 2017, which became a historic event, he has traditionally opposed such crossover bouts. Whether the UFC top brass has had a change of heart remains to be seen.

    “The Cat” was last in action this past December, when he put on a masterful performance against Tyson Fury in their rematch. He successfully retained his WBC, WBA, and WBO heavyweight titles with a unanimous decision victory.

    Meanwhile, Alex Pereira’s reign as the 205-pound champion came to an end at UFC 313 earlier this month, as he suffered a unanimous decision loss to Magomed Ankalaev.

    “Poatan” has a deep-rooted history in boxing, boasting an extensive amateur background and even earning a professional victory in July 2017 with a TKO win over Marcelo de Souza Cruz.

  • Joe Rogan: It’s ‘Crazy’ KSI Pulled Out Of Fight Against Inexperienced Dillon Danis

    Joe Rogan: It’s ‘Crazy’ KSI Pulled Out Of Fight Against Inexperienced Dillon Danis

    Joe Rogan has reacted after the boxing match between YouTube sensation KSI and Dillon Danis, scheduled for March 29, was abruptly postponed by KSI due to illness.

    This decision impacted the entire event, including a stacked undercard, causing frustration among fighters and fans alike. The matchup pitted KSI, who has boxing experience since 2018, against Danis, a jiu-jitsu black belt with limited boxing exposure.  

    During a JRE Fight Companion broadcast for UFC London, Joe Rogan expressed his bewilderment at KSI’s decision to postpone the fight.

    Rogan, along with Brendan Schaub and Gordon Ryan, Danis’ longtime rival, found it perplexing that KSI, considered the superior boxer, would withdraw due to illness. They felt KSI should have been able to compete, even at a reduced capacity.

    “How does KSI pull out against Dillon Danis? Dillon’s not a boxer. KSI is a pretty good boxer, he’s legit,” Rogan said. “It’s crazy that he would (pull out). You’d think he could not even be at his best and take that fight.”

    Danis responded to the postponement by stating that KSI “pulled out,” not merely postponed the event, highlighting the significant financial and logistical implications of the cancellation. He drew a sharp contrast between postponing a multi-million-dollar fight card and a “little league baseball game.”

    In a further attempt to salvage the event, Danis publicly called upon Logan Paul, KSI’s previous opponent, to step in for a rematch. He expressed sympathy for the other fighters on the card and the fans who had purchased tickets, criticizing KSI’s decision as being based on “the sniffles.” 

  • Watch Yoel Romero Score Last-Minute Dirty Boxing KO Of Ras Hylton

    Watch Yoel Romero Score Last-Minute Dirty Boxing KO Of Ras Hylton

    Though it took until the legitimate last minute, Yoel Romero was able to get a finish before the bell, defeating Ras Hylton in the main event of Dirty Boxing 1 in Miami.

    Romero circled around the ring to start things, getting a feel for Hylton, while the tall fighter looked to step and reach to land early jabs. The former UFC title challenger finally started to get things going in the final minute, landing an overhand left.

    The action seemed to slowly pick up to start the second, with Hylton trying to press forward. Romero worked his jab, however, but trying to be patient and moving in and away from Hylton’s range. The Cuban’s pacing picked up but still was not enough to do much damage.

    Romero and Hylton picked things up in the final round, with the former even landing a knockdown in the first minute — though he elected to let Hylton up than go for ground-and-pound.

    With less than a minute to go in the fight, “Soldier of God” landed a body shot and followed it up with a flurry that dropped Hylton. The referee waved the fight off there, giving Romero the win.

    Yoel Romero KOs Ras Hylton At Dirty Boxing 1

    Romero, a former UFC middleweight title challenger, spent about seven years with the promotion before joining Bellator in 2021. He fought four fights for the promotion, including an unsuccessful challenge of the Bellator light heavyweight title, before it was purchased by PFL. In Romero’s most recent MMA fight, he defeated Thiago Santos at the PFL vs. Bellator show in Saudi Arabia last year.

    Romero made his Dirty Boxing debut at the premier event in November, knocking out Duane Crespo. He’s since been drafted as part of the Global Fight League and is expecting to debut against Gegard Mousasi on June 22 in New York.

    Hylton, a veteran of Bellator, PFL, and Cage Titans, last fought in a loss against Jahshua Marsh at Cage Titans 61 in September 2023.

  • Dillon Danis Thinks He Knows What Caused KSI Illness That’s Postponed Their Fight

    Dillon Danis Thinks He Knows What Caused KSI Illness That’s Postponed Their Fight

    Dillon Danis is speculating on the cause of KSI’s illness that led to the fight’s postponement.

    Danis and KSI were set to settle their rivalry in a 185-pound grudge match, headlining Misfits Boxing 21 on March 29 at Manchester’s AO Arena. However, on Friday, the influencer boxing promotion announced that “The Nightmare” had fallen ill, forcing the entire event to be postponed. A new date is expected to be revealed next week.

    KSI took to social media to reveal that he has been battling an illness for the past three weeks but remains determined to reschedule the fight.

    “I tried my hardest, but my body has legit just given up,” KSI said. “I’m currently in bed, taking antibiotics, trying to recover, but I’m struggling. I’m coughing up greenish, yellowish sh*t all the time… I tried sparring and training, but my body feels weak. My stamina is just falling off a cliff… I want to move the fight to another day because I still want to knock out Dillon Danis.”

    However, the YouTuber-turned-occasional-boxer’s reasoning failed to convince “El Jefe,” who flooded X with scathing posts ridiculing his would-be opponent for withdrawing. The exchange quickly escalated into a fiery war of words between the two.

    In one of his many posts, Dillon Danis shared a screenshot listing symptoms of anabolic steroid withdrawal, several of which aligned with those KSI mentioned in his video. He implied that the 31-year-old Londoner’s illness could be a result of it.

    The two were initially scheduled to clash in January 2023, but just a week before the showdown, the ever-controversial MMA fighter withdrew without providing a clear reason. Both last stepped into the ring at MF & DAZN: X Series 10 – PRIME Card in October 2023, where Danis fell to Logan Paul, while KSI suffered a loss to Tommy Fury.

  • Jon Jones Becomes Co-Owner Of Mike Perry’s Dirty Boxing Championship

    Jon Jones Becomes Co-Owner Of Mike Perry’s Dirty Boxing Championship

    Jon Jones has now officially stepped into the world of fight promotion.

    On Friday, Jones expanded his footprint in combat sports by securing co-ownership of Dirty Boxing Championship, a striking-based promotion founded by BKFC standout Mike Perry. The venture is also co-owned by his longtime managers, Malki and Abe Kawa.

    “Platinum” launched Dirty Boxing Championship in July, introducing a unique hybrid ruleset that blends elements of boxing with MMA-style striking. Fighters compete in an 18-foot ring while wearing five-ounce gloves.

    The promotion permits all hand strikes, including elbows, and introduces a distinct ground-and-pound element — fighters who score a knockdown can follow up with punches, but they must remain standing while doing so.

    The promotion made its debut in November with an exclusive, invite-only event, where former UFC middleweight title challenger Yoel Romero clinched a first-round knockout victory over Duane Crespo in the headlining bout.

    Dirty Boxing Championship is set to return this Saturday with DBX1, its first sanctioned event, taking place at The Hangar in Miami, where “Bones” is expected to be in attendance. The card features a stacked lineup, headlined by Yoel Romero, with former heavyweight champion Andrei Arlovski competing in the co-main event.

    Jon Jones last stepped into the Octagon at UFC 309 last November, where he delivered a dominant third-round knockout victory over former champion Stipe Miocic to successfully defend his UFC heavyweight title.

    “Bones” has long been expected to face interim UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall in a highly anticipated title unification bout. However, despite Aspinall’s persistent callouts, Jones has shown little interest in the matchup.

  • KSI vs. Dillon Danis Off Again As Illness Scraps Misfits Event 8 Days Out

    KSI vs. Dillon Danis Off Again As Illness Scraps Misfits Event 8 Days Out

    The KSI vs. Dillon Danis matchup has once again failed to make it to the ring.

    Next weekend was set to see the pair’s longtime rivalry finally settled in the main event of Misfits Boxing 21 in Manchester, England. It was to come just over two years on from their first attempt at sharing the squared circle, which collapsed when Danis withdrew citing unpreparedness.

    The bout has once again been postponed, but this time due to an issue on the side of the YouTuber-turned-boxer.

    It emerged on Friday, eight days out from the planned event inside the AO Arena, that an illness to KSI has rendered him unable to compete. The Englishman confirmed the news himself in a video posted to the Misfits Boxing X account.

    With the high-profile main event off, the entire event has also been delayed.

    That means a canceled return for ex-UFC title challenger Darren Till, who was slated to co-headline the March 29 card opposite another former Octagon veteran in Darren Stewart.

    KSI hasn’t boxed since a decision defeat to Tommy Fury in October 2023. Dillon Danis, meanwhile, fell short to Logan Paul on the same night.

    Rebooking the seemingly cursed matchup between the bitter foes could prove tricky, with the American former Bellator fighter expected to make his MMA return to face Tony Ferguson under the Global Fight League banner in either May or June.

  • Jake Paul Thinks He’d ‘Beat Anthony Joshua’s Ass’ In Boxing

    Jake Paul Thinks He’d ‘Beat Anthony Joshua’s Ass’ In Boxing

    Some fans may believe Jake Paul is taking on more than he can handle, but his ambitions for his boxing career are bolder than ever.

    Over the years, Paul has stepped into the ring for several high-profile celebrity boxing bouts, frequently facing former UFC fighters. He maintains that he’s taking his career seriously, with his ultimate goal being championship gold in the near future — especially after his victory over 58-year-old former undisputed heavyweight champion Mike Tyson last November.

    “The Problem Child” had his eyes on a mega showdown with multi-weight champion Canelo Alvarez. However, the bout failed to come to fruition, with Alvarez outright rejecting the matchup and asserting that he only wanted to face “real fighters.” Instead, the Mexican superstar secured a hefty four-fight deal with Riyadh Season.

    But now, Paul has his sights set on a new potential opponent — one who could present an even greater challenge than Alvarez.

    During a recent episode of BS w/ Jake Paul, the YouTuber-turned-boxer challenged former unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua, boldly claiming he could edge out “AJ” in a fight.

    “I know my boundaries; I want to fight Anthony Joshua, because I know I will f**king beat Anthony Joshua’s ass,” Jake Paul said. “He doesn’t have a chin, and he has no skill and he’s stiff. I love you Anthony, we’e friends, all this sh*t but I want to fight you.”

    “The Problem Child” also took to X, posting a photo of what appeared to be a phone call with Joshua. Teasing a potential showdown, he captioned it: “Look who called. 2026 @anthonyjoshua.”

    The 35-year-old Brit also took to his Instagram Stories, posting a screenshot of his five-minute-plus phone call with Paul.

    Jake Paul boasts an 11-1 record and is riding a five-fight win streak. His only setback came in February 2023, when he suffered a split-decision loss to Tommy Fury.

    Meanwhile, “AJ” holds a professional record of 28-4 and was last seen in action this past September, where he endured a brutal fifth-round knockout loss to reigning IBF heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois.

  • Pay Structure For Dana White, Turki Alalshikh’s Boxing Promotion Reportedly Leaked

    Pay Structure For Dana White, Turki Alalshikh’s Boxing Promotion Reportedly Leaked

    Fresh details have emerged about Dana White’s venture into the boxing world through his collaboration with Turki Alalshikh.

    Earlier this month, UFC CEO White and Saudi Arabian General Entertainment Authority chief Alalshikh joined forces to launch a major new boxing league under the TKO banner. The venture will also see WWE president Nick Khan take on a key role in the promotion’s executive board.

    The newly established promotion is set to revolutionize the boxing landscape with a structured system that claims to develop rising boxers from around the world by design. These athletes will also gain exclusive access to world-class training at the UFC Performance Institutes. Meanwhile, TKO will oversee all aspects of event production, aiming to deliver a premium spectacle for both live audiences and global broadcasts.

    While many details about the boxing promotion remain under wraps, anticipation continues to build within the combat sports community, sparking widespread speculation about its operations. Now, a crucial piece of information has now come to light.

    According to a recent report from Boxing Scene, key details about the pay structure for White’s upcoming boxing league have surfaced through a leaked contract.

    The document outlines purse distributions based on a boxer’s status within the yet-to-be-named promotion. As per the report, athletes will be classified into five distinct tiers, with pay scales varying between rising prospects and mid-level competitors.

    Boxer PurseBoxer’s level
    $20,00010 rounds. Unranked boxer.
    $50,000No. 5 – No. 10 ranked boxer as determined by the promotion.
    $125,000No. 3 – No. 4 ranked boxer as determined by the promotion.
    $375,000For the promotion’s title challengers.
    $750,000For the promotion’s reigning champions.

    The figures mentioned are not part of official contracts but provide clear insight into the pay structure White and co. plan to implement. The model closely mirrors the UFC’s promotional guidelines compliance pay, which follows a tiered system based on the number of fights a competitor has had within the organization.

    The report also disclosed that boxers who sign with the organization will receive an immediate $5,000 payment within three days of their contract signing. Fighters are required to commit to a three-year term beginning with their debut match and must remain under contract for at least two years from the “effective date” outlined in the agreement.

    Alalshikh, who owns The Ring Magazine, has previously emphasized that the new league’s ranking system will be separate from the publication’s traditional weight-class rankings.

    As for weight divisions, the UFC supremo has hinted at a streamlined approach, likely maintaining a select number of traditional categories similar to those in MMA. The league is expected to feature classic divisions such as flyweight, bantamweight, featherweight, lightweight, welterweight, middleweight, light heavyweight, and heavyweight.

  • MVP Signs Alycia Baumgardner Ahead Of Historic Women’s Boxing Event

    MVP Signs Alycia Baumgardner Ahead Of Historic Women’s Boxing Event

    Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) has added another star to its growing roster, announcing the signing of undisputed super featherweight champion Alycia “The Bomb” Baumgardner (15-1, 7 KOs). The move further strengthens MVP’s commitment to elevating women’s boxing as it prepares for its landmark all-women’s fight card at Madison Square Garden on July 11.

    Baumgardner, known for her power, precision, and resilience, has been a dominant force in the division. She made headlines in 2021 by knocking out Terri Harper to claim her first world titles and completed her journey to undisputed status in February 2023 by defeating Elhem Mekhaled for the WBA belt.

    “I’ve always believed in betting on myself, and signing with MVP is the next big move in that journey,” said Baumgardner. “MVP has proven they’re leaders in women’s boxing, creating the biggest opportunities for fighters like me to shine.”

    MVP, co-founded by Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian, continues to invest heavily in women’s boxing. The promotion recently signed boxing legend Amanda Serrano to a lifetime contract, cementing its status as a major force in the sport. Paul and Bidarian praised Baumgardner’s addition, emphasizing her impact both inside and outside the ring.

    With Baumgardner on board, MVP’s roster now includes top-tier talents such as Serrano, Shadasia Green, and rising star H2O Sylve. While details on Baumgardner’s MVP debut are still being finalized, her signing signals a major step forward for women’s boxing.

  • Darren Till Targets ‘Mega PPV’ Clash With ‘Legitimate Boxer’ Jake Paul

    Darren Till Targets ‘Mega PPV’ Clash With ‘Legitimate Boxer’ Jake Paul

    Jake Paul is undeniably one of the most talked-about figures in crossover boxing, drawing constant callouts from fighters across the combat sports world. This time, it’s Darren Till eyeing a showdown.

    Till ended his two-year hiatus after parting ways with the UFC and making his squared circle debut under the Social Knockouts banner, securing an unusual TKO victory over Mohammad Mutie.

    “The Gorilla” stepped back into action under the Misfits Boxing banner in January, this time in a professional capacity, securing a sixth-round knockout victory over Anthony Taylor. It seem that the former UFC welterweight title challenger is now fully committed to his boxing career.

    Till is now preparing to face Darren Stewart in the co-main event of Misfits Boxing 21 on March 29 at the AO Arena in Manchester, England. However, he’s already setting his sights on several potential future opponents.

    At the top of the 32-year-old Scouser’s hit list is “The Problem Child,” a fight he is eager to take on home turf in England.

    During a recent interview with Genting Casino, “The Gorilla” had glowing praise for Paul and firmly vouched for his legitimacy as a true boxer.

    “I think Jake is a legitimate boxer,” Darren Till said. “I think he puts real work, real hours in. He’s got a fully functional 24-hour team at hand because he’s got the money, obviously, to have this. So Jake’s a pro boxer now. Obviously, every fight I see him, he gets better. He improves. [He’s] a little bit slow, you can still see he lacks in certain areas. But by no means is he an influencer boxer that everyone was saying. For me, he’s a proper, proper boxer.”

    Till further revealed that he has had his sights set on a showdown with Paul for quite some time. He also acknowledged the massive influence the YouTuber-turned-boxer wields in the combat sports world.

    “He’s on my radar–am I on his? Who knows? He’s the big guy, I’m the little guy. He’s the big guy. As funny as it sounds as I’m from the UFC [but] he’s the big guy, I’m the little guy. I know what’s what. If you put an orange in front of me, it’s an orange. I just know that Jake Paul’s the big guy, I’m the little guy. I’m not gonna sit here and go, ‘I’m Darren Till from the UFC.’ He’s the big guy. I’m the little guy. So call it for what it is. That [me v Jake Paul] would be a mega pay-per-view. Not in America, in England, especially bringing in the whole Logan, Jake, KSI, me.”

    “The Problem Child” last stepped into the ring in November, where he secured a unanimous decision victory over boxing legend Mike Tyson in a highly controversial heavyweight showdown.

    Paul had his sights set on a high-profile showdown with Canelo Alvarez, but the fight ultimately fell through when the Mexican boxing superstar dismissed the idea, stating he was only interested in facing “real fighters.” Instead, Alvarez opted for a lucrative four-fight deal with Riyadh Season.