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Boxers who went from Olympic gold to professional gold

As we count down the hours to the Olympic boxing finals at Paris 2024, fight fans will be hoping to catch an early glimpse of the sport's next all-time great. This has become something of a tradition, with a gold medal signaling the beginnings of an epic fistic rise.

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Crawford outpoints Madrimov, still wants Canelo

Terence Crawford is now a four-weight world champion, but he was tested by a skilful and gallant champion. The Sporting News provided live coverage and round-by-round scoring on the main event from Los Angeles.

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Terence Crawford claims WBA super welterweight title

Terence Crawford wanted to prove definitively that he was the best pound-for-pound fighter in the world, but he was given a stern test by Israil Madrimov in LA.

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Jose Valenzuela upsets Isaac Cruz on points

Jose Valenzuela put on the performance of a lifetime to upset Isaac "Pitbull" Cruz and claim the WBA super lightweight title. The Sporting News provided a report on the co-feature to Crawford vs. Madrimov.

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Imane Khelif defeats Anna Luca Hamori by unanimous decision

Welterweight boxer Imane Khelif advances to the semifinals at Paris 2024 following a dominant points win over Hungary’s Anna Luca Hamori.

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When is Imane Khelif fighting again?

It only took one big punch and Imane Khelif was in the quarterfinals of the Paris 2024 welterweight competition. However, the controversy surrounding her latest victory continues to grow.

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Lin Yu-ting advances to featherweight quarterfinal

Lin Yu-ting, like Imane Khelif, failed a gender eligibility test at last year's boxing world championships. The Chinese Taipei representative is now through to the quarterfinal stages of the featherweight tournament at Paris 2024.

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Who is the next opponent for pound-for-pound star Terence Crawford?

Three-weight world champ Terence Crawford has a dangerous assignment ahead of him. However, assuming the pound-for-pound supremo comes through, who's next on his hit list?

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Claressa Shields blasts out Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse, wins heavyweight crown

Already established as the finest women's fighter in the world today, Claressa Shields bolsters her legacy by winning world titles in a fourth weight class. The Sporting News will provide undercard results and a full report on the main event.

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A breakdown of Olympic boxing rules and regulations

The rules in Olympic boxing competition vary greatly from professional rules. The Sporting News takes an in-depth look into the rules and regulations at Paris 2024.

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How boxers qualified for Paris 2024

Years of dedication will culminate in a two-week boxing event at Paris 2024. The Sporting News takes a look into the qualifying process for this event.

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Is it all over for boxing in the Olympics?

Boxing has been a mainstay of Olympic competition for more than a century, but the sport's future at the games will be in doubt when Paris 2024 concludes.

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Breaking down Team USA boxing team at the Paris 2024 Olympics

Team USA's boxers will seek to evoke memories of their country's Olympic glory years when they descend on Paris for the 2024 Olympic Games. The Sporting News looks at the individuals who are going for gold.

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Pacquiao returns to the ring and is eyeing world title fight

Many legendary boxing champions bow out of the sport ungracefully. The Sporting News looks into the latest comeback of legendary eight-weight world champion Manny Pacquiao.

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Can you watch boxing in the Olympics?

Becoming an Olympic boxing champion is often the prelude to a great professional career. The Sporting News offers fans some insight into the boxing schedule at Paris 2024.

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Claressa Shields out to conquer heavyweight challenge in Detroit

Already a world champion at super welterweight, middleweight, and super middleweight, pound-for-pound boxing star Claressa Shields now vies for the WBC heavyweight crown.

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Can Nakatani win undisputed at 118?

Junto Nakatani is a three-weight world champion and a pound-for-pound entrant. However, if the Japanese star wants to become undisputed, then he must cross swords with his own.

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Where does Junto Nakatani rate among Japan's best?

Explosive power puncher Junto Nakatani is a three-weight world champion at the age of 26. Where does he rate among the elite-level fighters in Japan today?

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Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis smashes Avanesyan in five

Unbeaten IBF welterweight champ Jaron "Boots" Ennis returned to action for a dominating TKO triumph over David Avanesyan. The Sporting News provided undercard results and a full report on the main event.

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Who won Wimbledon women's singles final 2024?

First-time finalists Barbora Krejcikova and Jasmine Paolini met in the women's singles final at Wimbledon on Saturday. Follow all the action live with The Sporting News.

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Can David Avanesyan upset the brilliant Boots Ennis?

Whoever was selected as the opponent for Jaron "Boots" Ennis' July 13 matchup was always going to be facing an uphill battle. The Sporting News takes a look at the next challenger for the fearsome IBF welterweight champ.

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How good can Jaron 'Boots' Ennis be?

Jaron "Boots" Ennis (31-0, 28 KOs) is the complete fighter, blessed with speed, power, radar-like defense, exemplary technique, and a high ring IQ. The only question: Can he take a punch?

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Is Janibek Alimkhanuly taking over at middleweight?

The great Gennadiy Golovkin ruled the middleweight division for several years. Now, his countryman Janibek Alimkhanuly is forging his own legacy — and it could be a very special one.

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Fernando Martinez stakes his claim as king of the super flys

Kazuto Ioka has already achieved greatness in boxing, but the 35-year-old veteran is still on the hunt for more glory. The WBA super flyweight champ will have home advantage against IBF counterpart Fernando Martinez in this unification showdown.

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Fernando Martinez upsets Kazuto Ioka in Tokyo

Fernando Martinez upset the odds and produced a career-defining triumph in outpointing Kazuto Ioka. The Sporting News provided undercard results and full live coverage for the main event in Tokyo.

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Stevenson outclasses Harutyunyan over 12 rounds

Shakur Stevenson outclassed Artem Harutyunyan and barely took a punch in anger. The Sporting News provided ive updates, undercard results, and round-by-round coverage for the main event.

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Zepeda stops Cabrera in three, calls for Lomachenko bout

William Zepeda takes another step towards a world title fight with a brutal beatdown of Giovanni Cabrera. The Sporting News will provide undercard results and a full report on the main event.

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Ryan Garcia expelled by WBC after using racial slurs in livestream

The 25-year-old boxer is in more trouble after directing disparaging remarks toward Black people and Muslim people in a social media rant.

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Will we see Canelo duke it out with Eubank Jr.?

Fight fans expected Jermall Charlo or Edgar Berlanga to be up next for Canelo. But Chris Eubank Jr. is now in the frame.

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Will Bam face Ioka-Martinez winner?

The super flyweight division is one of the most exciting in world boxing and Bam Rodriguez vs. Kazuto Ioka is one of the most attractive matchups available. Will the stars align for this U.S. vs. Japan showdown?

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Who wins Tank vs. Stevenson fantasy fight?

A matchup between Gervonta "Tank" Davis and Shakur Stevenson is fast becoming the most attractive matchup in boxing. The Sporting News takes a deep dive into a potential matchup between the lightweight champs.

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Who would win a Stevenson vs. Zepeda fight?

A fight between WBC lightweight king Shakur Stevenson and unbeaten contender William Zepeda is one of the most attractive matchups in the division. The Sporting News assesses the likelihood of the match transpiring and makes an early prediction.

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Bam survives knockdown, takes out Estrada

Bam Rodriguez faced some adversity but passed the superfight test with flying colors to take out Juan Francisco Estrada. The Sporting News provided live updates on the undercard and round-by-round coverage of the main event.

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Bam scores brutal knockout over Estrada

Bam Rodriguez scores another career-defining win, this time against Mexican legend Juan Francisco Estrada. The Sporting News provided undercard results and a full report on the main event.

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Teofimo Lopez dominates Steve Claggett on points

Teofimo Lopez got a good workout against Steve Claggett and now targets the 147-pound elite. The Sporting News provides undercard results and a full report on the main event.

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Can Steve Claggett upset champion Teofimo Lopez?

Teofimo Lopez defends his WBO and Ring Magazine titles against Steve Claggett, an unheralded Canadian on an impressive win streak.

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Exclusive: Pound-for-pound star Bam Rodriguez braced for Estrada challenge

He has a resume and career accomplishments that belie his years, but Bam Rodriguez, 24, could be in for his biggest test to date on June 29 when he faces Mexican great Juan Francisco Estrada.

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Rafael Espinoza destroys Sergio Chirino in four

Towering WBO featherweight champ Rafael Espinoza blasts through Sergio Chirino in Las Vegas. The Sporting News provided undercard results and a full report on this all-Mexican main event.

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Ryan Garcia suspended, Haney result changed to no contest

The 25-year-old reportedly faces a suspension of at least a year, and his career-defining win over Haney has been changed to a no contest.

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Ryan Garcia retires, rumours abound fighter faces suspension

The punches have continued to fly since Ryan Garcia's 12-round decision win over Devin Haney on April 20 in New York. The Sporting News breaks down all the latest news.

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Can Rafael Espinoza beat Naoya Inoue?

Naoya Inoue has almost cleaned up at super bantamweight, but his biggest test could await him in the featherweight division. The Sporting News takes a look at WBO champ Rafael Espinoza.

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Remembering Clay Cooper 1: Muhammad Ali out on his feet

"I am now convinced that if that round lasted 20 seconds longer that Cooper would have knocked Clay out. Nobody finished better than Henry Cooper, and when Ali got up, he didn’t know where the hell he was." - Hall of Fame boxing journalist, Colin Hart.

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Benavidez defeats Gvozdyk by decision

David Benavidez makes a successful light heavyweight debut by taking down a former champion. The Sporting News were on hand for the big fight in Las Vegas.

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Tank Davis is still the WBA lightweight champ, wins in eight

Tank Davis utilized his superior hitting power and experience to vanquish Frank "The Ghost" Martin in Las Vegas.

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Tank Davis scores Knockout of the Year contender

Pound-for-pound star Gervonta "Tank" Davis blasts out fellow southpaw Frank Martin at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas and retains his WBA lightweight title.

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Billam-Smith outclasses Riakporhe in rematch

Chris Billam-Smith retains his WBO cruiserweight title and avenges his lone defeat to London-based power-puncher Richard Riakporhe.

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Ben Whittaker batters Ezra Arenyeka for 10 rounds

He didn't get the knockout, but Ben Whittaker produced the goods at Selhurst Park. The Sporting News was on hand to cover The Surgeon's eighth professional fight.

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How to watch Tank vs. Martin in Australia

Everything you need to know about Gervonta Davis vs. Frank Martin, including how to watch the WBA lightweight title clash in Australia.

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Hearns vs. Duran 40 years later

On June 15, 1984, Thomas Hearns faced off against Roberto Duran in a battle of boxing legends. The fight ended with arguably the most violent and memorable finish in the sport's long history.

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Who wins Subriel Matias vs. Liam Paro?

Will Subriel Matias continue his incredible knockout streak, or will unbeaten Australian Liam Paro spring the colossal upset? The Sporting News provides odds and a final prediction for this super lightweight would title fight in Puerto Rico:

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Can Frank Martin upset Tank Davis?

While far from being a household name, Frank Martin was a standout amateur star and he's amassed 18 straight wins as a professional. Will Tank Davis have his work cut out for him in Las Vegas?

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Who will Tank Davis fight next?

Gervonta Davis faces Frank Martin on June 15. If "Tank" takes care of business in Las Vegas could superfights against Shakur Stevenson or Vasiliy Lomachenko follow?

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Exclusive: Benavidez talks Gvozdyk, Canelo and Beterbiev-Bivol

David Benavidez is 6ft 2in and 28-0 (24 KOs), so nobody is banging down his door to fight him. However, "The Mexican Monster" has his sights set on Oleksandr Gvozdyk, Canelo Alvarez and the Beterbiev-Bivol winner.

Tom Gray

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Who will Boots Ennis fight next?

Unbeaten IBF welterweight champ Jaron "Boots" Ennis has picked a replacement opponent for his homecoming defense in Philadelphia.

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Gvozdyk out to tame 'The Mexican Monster', David Benavidez

It's been almost five years since former champ Oleksandr Gvozdyk has mixed with top-flight competition. However, the Ukrainian boxer-puncher is undeterred by the prospect of facing the fearsome David Benavidez.

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Is Subriel Matias the best at 140 pounds?

Subriel Matias is already a world champion, but the Puerto Rican star wants to secure superfights and crash the pound-for-pound list. The Sporting News takes a deep dive into the career of the IBF super lightweight titleholder.

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Frank 'The Ghost' Martin aims to give Tank Davis a big scare

Gervonta "Tank" Davis is unbeaten in 29 fights over 11 years and is a multi-time world champion. Is Frank "The Ghost" Martin the one to derail the pound-for-pound star?

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Who is being inducted into the Boxing Hall of Fame?

It's the 35th anniversary of the International Boxing Hall of Fame and the celebrations are now underway. The Sporting News takes a look back at six former champions being inducted and reveals what made them special.

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When is Taylor vs. Serrano 2?

Ever since the plug was pulled on the July 20 date for Jake Paul vs, Mike Tyson, information regarding Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 2 has been scarce. The Sporting News provides an update on the long-awaited rematch.

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Wilder must retire from boxing

Deontay Wilder has lost four of his last five fights and he's taking a lot of damage. It's time for the ex-champ to consider doing something else with his time.

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Zhang takes Wilder out in five rounds

There were several terrific fights in Riyadh on Saturday and a conclusive ending in the main event. The Sporting News was on hand to cover all the action live.

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Deontay Wilder put to sleep by Big Bang

Two of the hardest hitters in world boxing headlined another stacked card in Riyadh. In the end, it was Zhilei Zhang who prevailed over ex-champ Deontay Wilder.

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What the IBF doing with Dubois-Hrgovic and what it means for Anthony Joshua?

Despite having recently anointed an undisputed heavyweight champion, boxing continues to get in its own way. The Sporting News looks at the latest debacle with the IBF.

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Who's the best knockout puncher in heavyweight boxing? Top 7 ranked

The ultimate goal in boxing is to knock an opponent unconscious. The Sporting News ranks the best punchers in the sport's glamour division.

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When is Usyk vs. Fury 2?

A great fight deserves a great rematch. Undisputed heavyweight champ Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury will renew ties on December 21 in Riyadh.

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Mike Tyson 'doing great' after in-flight medical scare

Two months out from his fight against Jake Paul, former heavyweight champ Mike Tyson has reportedly had a medical incident on a plane. Is the ex-champ OK? WIll the fight still go ahead?

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Okolie claims WBC bridgerweight title with first-round TKO

Lawrence Okolie floored Lukasz Rozanski twice with right hands and then switched to the right uppercut for the third and final knockdown. The Sporting News covered the action from Poland.

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What is bridgerweight? Boxing's 18th weight division explained

The bridgerweight division has been around for over three years but it still hasn't taken off. Lawrence Okolie bids to become the fledgling division's latest champion on May 24/

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Teddy Atlas talks Fury vs. Usyk: 'He's standing up for a country'

It was a fight that divided opinion, but acclaimed trainer Teddy Atlas picked Oleksandr Usyk to defeat Tyson Fury for more reasons than one.

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After beating Fury, does Usyk join the all-time greats?

Oleksandr Usyk had already posted many career-defining victories in a decorated 11-year professional spell. However, last night's triumph over Tyson Fury was the greatest of them all.

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'This is for the people of Ukraine': Usyk delights in undisputed glory over Fury

Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury via split decision in an action-packed fight in Riyadh to be crowned undisputed world heavyweight champion.

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Fury-Usyk weight update: Usyk 223.5, not 233.5

The buildup to the first undisputed heavyweight championship clash this century has concluded with the official weigh-in for Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk. Sporting News was on hand to collate the all-important numbers.

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Is Oleksandr Usyk really too small for Tyson Fury?

Many of Oleksandr Usyk's detractors believe that Tyson Fury is simply too big for him. However, the Ukrainian lefty has plenty in common with The Greatest including size and fighting style.

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Who will win Fury vs. Usyk? Boxing insider and fighter predictions

As we count down the final days to Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk on May 18, the excitement is palpable. The Sporting News caught up with a group of boxing insiders to gather their thoughts on the most eagerly anticipated heavyweight championship fight in decades.

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Is Fury vs. Usyk the biggest heavyweight fight ever?

Boxing history is replete with great heavyweights and unforgettable fights. Where does Fury vs. Usyk sit among the biggest fights in glamour division history?

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Will we see a Fury-Usyk sequel?

It's taken long enough to get Fury vs. Usyk made, but it's highly likely that fans see the matchup twice in 2024. The Sporting News investigates the rudiments of the rematch clause.

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Former undisputed king Lennox Lewis talks Fury vs. Usyk: 'Don't take him lightly'

The great Lennox Lewis looks back on his journey to the heavyweight summit and previews the forthcoming clash between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk.

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The last five undisputed heavyweight champions

The winner of the undisputed heavyweight title bout between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk will join a very exclusive club. The Sporting News revisits all five occasions, since 1978, when a new undisputed heavyweight champ was crowned.

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Why is Tyson Fury called The Gypsy King?

Muhammad Ali was "The Greatest". Mike Tyson was "Iron". Evander Holyfield was "The Real Deal", It's easy to figure out the reason for those ring monikers, but why is Tyson Fury called "The Gypsy King"?

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Naoya Inoue is the best fighter in the world – period

Naoya Inoue was arguably the best fighter in the world before he made mincemeat of Mexican lefty Luis Nery. Following his latest performance, he's convinced Deputy Editor Tom Gray that there's no arguments left.

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Inoue destroys Nery in six, Sam Goodman next?

What's that coming over the hill? Is it a Monster? Japan's warrior hero Naoya Inoue improves to 27-0 (24 KOs) by scoring a brutal sixth-round KO over a game Luis Nery in Tokyo.

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Inoue gets off the canvas to destroy Nery in six

In a potential Fight of the Year candidate, Naoya Inoue got off the canvas to knock out Mexican southpaw Luis Nery. The Sporting News provided live coverage from the full card in Japan and round-by-round scoring for the main event.

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Did Canelo win the all-Mexican shootout with Munguia?

The Sporting News covered all the action from the eagerly anticipated undisputed super middleweight title clash between Canelo Alvarez and Jaime Munguia in Las Vegas.

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Canelo tames Munguia in Las Vegas

Experience and ring craft prevailed over youth and strength as Canelo Alvarez claimed a largely dominant decision win over Jaime Munguia.

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Will Naoya Inoue reclaim pound-for-pound throne?

Boxing great Naoya Inoue wants to leave no doubts about his supremacy in boxing. Does “The Monster” reclaim the pound-for-pound top spot if he beats Luis Nery on May 6?

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Who will win Inoue vs. Nery? Boxing insiders, experts and fighter predictions for May 6 matchup

Two knockout artists collide in The Land of the Rising Sun. The Sporting News talked to a variety of boxing insiders and ex-champions to gather their thoughts on Inoue vs Nery.

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Is Inoue or Crawford the pound-for-pound boxing king?

Naoya Inoue. Terence Crawford. Two utterly dominant boxers, but only one can hold the title as the world's best pound-for-pound boxer. Why SN's current pick could change in 2024.

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Why was Luis Nery banned from fighting in Japan?

Former two-weight world champion Luis Nery is an excellent fighter and a worthy challenger for Naoya Inoue's world championship. However, The Sporting News takes a deep dive into the Mexican star's past indiscretions in boxing.

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The greatest boxers from every decade

Some of the best fighters in the world are scheduled to box over the next few weeks and a potential pound-for-pound shakeup could be in the offing. Who will be the greatest fighter of the 2020s?

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Luis Nery record, career stats and boxing history

Luis Nery is one of the most formidable opponents available at 122 pounds. Here we look at the history, stats and career record of the Mexican fighter.

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Amir Khan drugs ban, explained

Amir Khan has been banned from sport for two years after failing a doping test on the night of the Kell Brook loss. The Sporting News answers the key questions around the length of his ban and why it took so long to be revealed.

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This is what happens after boxers test positive for PEDs

Professional boxing’s number one problem is performance-enhancing drugs. The sport badly needs to eradicate this issue and clean up its act.

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Canelo-De La Hoya feud explodes at press conference

The war of words between boxing superstar Canelo Alvarez and his former promoter Oscar De La Hoya got ugly Wednesday.

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How many weight divisions can Naoya Inoue conquer?

Naoya Inoue is now a four weight world champion and he looks as devastating as ever. Just how far up the scales can The Monster ascend?

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Luis Nery can shock Naoya Inoue... but will he?

Challenger Luis Nery faces arguably the most difficult task in world boxing when he attempts to dethrone undisputed super bantamweight champion Naoya Inoue. The Sporting News weighs up Luis Nery’s chances in the biggest fight of his life.

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Who will Canelo fight after Munguia?

More than any other sport, there's the habit of looking ahead in boxing. The Sporting News attempts to plot Canelo Alvarez's next move as he gears up to defend his undisputed super middleweight championship against Jaime Munguia.

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Who will win Canelo vs. Munguia? Boxing insiders, experts and fighter predictions for May 4 matchup

It's Canelo's experience and ring IQ versus Munguia's youth and work rate. Who comes out on top? The Sporting News touched base with boxing insiders to gather their thoughts on this all-Mexican showdown on May 4.

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Can Munguia upset the odds and beat Canelo?

Unbeaten Mexican star Jaime Munguia has it all to do against undisputed super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez. The Sporting News takes a look at a potential game plan Munguia could adopt on May 4.

Tom Gray

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Ranking the top-7 best Cinco de Mayo boxing matches

Canelo Alvarez and Jaime Munguia throw down for the undisputed super middleweight championship on May 4. Where will this all-Mexican clash rank among boxing's other great Cinco de Mayo showdowns?

Tom Gray

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Paul vs. Tyson sanctioned as professional fight

Former two-time heavyweight champ Mike Tyson had been granted a professional boxing license to fight Jake Paul despite being 58 years old.

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Exclusive: Inside Jaime Munguia's mindset for historic Canelo clash

Jaime Munguia is a substantial underdog to dethrone undisputed super middleweight king Canelo Alvarez, but the challenger vows to give everything in this all-Mexican shootout on May 4.

Tom Gray

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What is a rehydration clause in boxing?

For decades when a fighter made weight, that was the end of the struggle with the scales. However, in the modern game, a new clause was introduced that extended the weight-making process.

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Haney vs. Garcia results: King Ry becomes new face of boxing

Ryan Garcia was written off by fans and media but turned in a career-best performance against top pound-for-pound entrant Devin Haney. The Sporting News provided live coverage and unofficial scoring for the main event.

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Ryan Garcia stuns Devin Haney, wins decision

Following a buildup that everyone in boxing will want to forget, Haney and Garcia produced a fight that everyone will remember. The Sporting News provides undercard results and a full report on this super lightweight fight.

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Garcia pays Haney $1.5 million following weigh-in

For every pound that Ryan Garcia came in over the 140-pound limit, the young Californian pledged to give opponent Devin Haney $500,000.

Tom Gray

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Haney vs. Garcia press conference ignites

The pre-fight pagaentry for Haney vs. Garcia is almost at an end, but the final press conference ahead of the WBC super lightweight title bout produced early fireworks.

Tom Gray

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What is Bud Crawford's next fight?

It's been more than eight months since fight fans have seen Terence "Bud" Crawford in action. But the best pound-for-pound fighter in the sport looks poised for his ring return.

Tom Gray

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Can Garcia beat Haney in world title bout?

It's sink or swim for Ryan Garcia, who takes on WBC super lightwieght champion and pound-for-pound star Devin Haney in his first world title fight.

Tom Gray

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Who will Devin Haney fight next?

While Devin Haney vs. Ryan Garcia is a matchup that has the boxing world excited, the official odds are heavily in Haney's favor. There's only one question to ask: who's next?

Tom Gray

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Have Haney and Garcia fought before?

Devin Haney and Ryan Garcia have been rivals for several years and their beef is due to be settled once and for all with a world title and millions of dollars at stake.

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Haney vs. Garcia and the Mayweather connection

Former pound-for-pound king Floyd Mayweather has cast a shadow over the buildup to Devin Haney vs. Ryan Garcia. The Sporting News takes a look at the dynamic between Mayweather and the two fighters who will be crossing paths at the Barclays Center on Saturday.

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Exclusive: Ryan Garcia promises bad ending for Devin Haney

Few give Ryan Garcia a chance against WBC super lightweight king and pound-for-pound star Devin Haney on April 20. However, "King Ry" is backing himself strongly in the biggest fight of his life.

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Exclusive: Devin Haney vows to make Ryan Garcia quit

Winning isn't enough for Devin Haney in his eagerly anticipated showdown with Ryan Garcia. The WBC super lightweight champion wants to make a serious statement against his old amateur rival.

Tom Gray

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Jared Anderson dominates Ryad Merhy, wins 10-round decision

Controversial heavyweight star Jared Anderson returned to action with a routine 10-round decision win over Belgium's Ryad Merhy. The Sporting News provided undercard results and a report on the main event.

Tom Gray

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Does Inoue need to fight on US soil?

Naoya Inoue is a four-weight world titleholder, a double undisputed world champ, and a pound-for-pound great. Does he really need to fight in America to make all of that count?

Tom Gray

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Jared Anderson arrest timeline

American heavyweight Jared Anderson has the world at his feet, but the Toledo-born colossus must stay focused if he is to achieve his potential in boxing.

Tom Gray

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Richardson Hitchins outpoints Gustavo Lemos in close call

Flashy contender Richardson Hitchins was a big favorite to defeat Gustavo Lemos, but the young American was tested like never before. The Sporting News provided undercard results and a full report on the main event in Las Vegas.

Tom Gray

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Should Tszyu vs. Fundora have been stopped?

Tim Tszyu was looking ahead to superfights against Terence Crawford and Errol Spence, but those plans will have to wait following a blood-soaked points defeat to Sebastian Fundora.

Tom Gray

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Zurdo Ramirez outpoints Arsen Goulamirian, wins WBA title

Gilberto 'Zurdo' Ramirez becomes a two-weight world champ at the expense of Arsen Goulamirian. The Sporting News provides undercard results and a full report from the main event in Los Angeles.

Tom Gray

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Who wins Tim Tszyu vs. Sebastian Fundora?

Many believe that Sebastian Fundora will provide a stiffer test for Tim Tszyu than his original opponent Keith Thurman. The Sporting News takes a deep dive into the odds and predicts the outcome.

Tom Gray

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Tszyu vs. Thurman off, Fundora set to step in

The buildup to the Tim Tszyu vs. Keith Thurman clash was simmering nicely but the bout has been thrown into jeopardy 12 days before fight night.

Tom Gray

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Conor Benn appeal: Update on British boxing star's bid to have doping ban lifted

Welterweight Conor Benn has lost his appeal to have a provisional ban for failing two drug tests lifted, which has thrown all of his future plans into disarray. The British star now faces an official suspension.

Tom Gray

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Jim Lampley talks Tszyu-Fundora

Former HBO Boxing blow-by-blow announcer Jim Lampley returns to the sport for the Tszyu-Fundora card on March 30. The Hall of Fame commentator spoke to The Sporting News about the Las Vegas fight card.

Tom Gray

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Who wins Oscar Valdez vs. Liam Wilson?

The winner of Oscar Valdez and Liam Wilson possibly moves onto a world title shot in a loaded super featherweight division. The Sporting News looks at the odds and predicts the outcome.

Tom Gray

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Foreman vs. Norton 50th anniversary

Long before George Foreman was all smiles in commercials for his Lean Mean Fat-Reducing Grilling Machine, he was a fearsome and destructive heavyweight force.

Tom Gray

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Who wins Tim Tszyu vs. Bud Crawford?

Tim Tszyu is poised to become a unified champion in his Las Vegas debut. However, the ultimate challenge might be just around the corner.

Tom Gray

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Dalton Smith takes out Jose Zepeda in five

In a homecoming bout, Dalton Smith produces a career-best performance against an experienced and dangerous veteran in Jose Zepeda.

Tom Gray

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Tyson vs. Tubbs remembered

In the first heavyweight championship fight to be staged in Japan in 15 years, "Iron" Mike Tyson was matched against former titleholder Tony Tubbs. The Sporting News looks back at Tyson vs. Tubbs from 1988.

Tom Gray

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Will Devin Haney fight Shakur Stevenson?

While Devin Haney is locked in and focused on a bout against Ryan Garcia, many believe that fight is doomed. However, another world-class opponent is volunteering to save the April 20 date.

Tom Gray

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William Zepeda destroys Maxi Hughes in four

William Zepeda demolishes British fighter Maxi Hughes and immediately calls out the lightweight elite. The Sporting News provides undercard results and a report on the main event.

Tom Gray

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Will Fury vs. Joshua happen?

There's a sense of momentum building towards a possible fight between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury after the former flattened Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia.

Tom Gray

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How Anthony Joshua destroyed Francis Ngannou in Riyadh

Former heavyweight boxing king Anthony Joshua demolished Francis Ngannou with a second-round knockout worthy of the "Knockout Chaos" billing.

Tom Gray

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Justis Huni comes through torrid finale to beat Kevin Lerena

Australian heavyweight prospect Justis Huni looked to be on the brink of defeat to South African slugger Kevin Lerena but hung on to get the job done on the Anthony Joshua vs. Francis Ngannou undercard.

Tom Gray

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Ngannou ready for war against AJ

The buildup is almost at an end, as Francis Ngannou prepares to shock the world against former two-time heavyweight champ Anthony Joshua.

Tom Gray

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AJ dismisses boxing versus MMA hype, vows to be relentless against Ngannou

Anthony Joshua is a big favourite to topple former UFC heavyweight champ Francis Ngannou, but there's still plenty of intrigue surrounding their March 8 fight. The Sporting News sat down with the former two-time heavyweight champ in Riyadh.

Tom Gray

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Should Garcia vs. Haney fight go ahead?

The build-up to the much-anticipated Haney vs. Garcia April bout has received a lot of publicity, and none of it good. The Sporting News asks if this world title match should proceed.

Tom Gray

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Eddie Hearn: AJ has the antidote to Ngannou's 'freak strength'

Promoter Eddie Hearn has seen it all in the career of former two-time unified champ Anthony Joshua, but Francis Ngannou is a completely new challenge.

Tom Gray

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Zhang ready to continue KO streak against Parker

Zhilei Zhang solidified his reputation as a heavyweight danger man by battering Joe Joyce to defeat twice last year. He now looks to dispose of former champ Joseph Parker in similar style.

Tom Gray

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Joseph Parker primed and ready for Zhilei Zhang

Former heavyweight champ Joseph Parker is coming off a career-best performance against Deontay Wilder and is looking to dismantle Chinese star Zhilei Zhang for an encore.

Tom Gray

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What if AJ loses to Ngannou?

Former two-time unified heavyweight champ Anthony Joshua has bounced back from defeat before. However, would a loss to former UFC champ Francis Ngannou signal the end of a great career?

Tom Gray

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How does AJ beat Ngannou?

The game plan for a fighter is crucial in professional boxing. What approach will former two-time unified heavyweight champ Anthony Joshua take against the hard-hitting Francis Ngannou? The Sporting News takes a deep dive into the strategy for March 8.

Tom Gray

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Joshua vs. Ngannou: Tale of the Tape

Over 500 pounds of heavyweight will enter the ring in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in a matchup that is destined to end inside the schedule. The Sporting News breaks down the fighter stats for Joshua vs. Ngannou,

Tom Gray

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'Do you think Tyson Fury is a liar?' — Ngannou's trainer confident of shocking AJ

Francis Ngannou is ready to shock the world against Anthony Joshua, and his team are every bit as confident as he is. The Sporting news caught up with chief second Dewey Cooper ahead of the fight.

Tom Gray

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Who are the biggest heavyweight punchers ever?

Heavyweight history is replete with powerful hitters that could switch off the lights with a single punch. The Sporting News has put together a shortlist of knockout kings.

Tom Gray

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What happened in Haney vs. Tank spar?

The Haney vs. Garcia fight is still several weeks away, but the verbal blows have started flying way in advance of the opening bell. The Sporting News takes a look at the connection between this fight and world champ Gervonta 'Tank' Davis.

Tom Gray

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Will Haney vs. Garcia happen?

There's plenty of publicity surrounding the April 20 world title bout between champion Devin Haney and challenger Ryan Garcia. However, none of it qualifies as good publicity.

Tom Gray

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Can Otabek Kholmatov become world champion?

The unbeaten Otabek Kholmatov bids to become a world champion at the expense of American Raymond Ford. The Sporting News takes a closer look at Kholmatov ahead of his biggest test.

Tom Gray

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Bernard Hopkins talks Haney vs. Garcia

Haney vs. Garcia is one of the biggest fights of 2024. Former middleweight and light heavyweight champion Bernard Hopkins offered his thoughts on the WBC super lightweight title fight.

Tom Gray

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Canelo looks set for Jaime Munguia bout

After much ado, it looks like undisputed super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez is set to announce an all-Mexico clash with former super welterweight titleholder Jaime Munguia.

Tom Gray

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Will Canelo leave PBC and return to DAZN?

There are suggestions that undisputed super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez could be parting ways with Premier Boxing Champions and returning to DAZN.

Tom Gray

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Muhammad TKO 6 Sonny Liston 60 years later

'I'm young, I'm handsome, I'm fast, I'm pretty, and can't possibly be beat.' Muhammad Ali, then Cassius Clay, was not at a loss for words in the buildup to his heavyweight title fight against fearsome champion Sonny Liston.

Tom Gray

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Berlanga stops Padraig McCrory, calls out Canelo

Edgar Berlanga needed a stoppage if he was to officially enter the Canelo sweepstakes. The unbeaten super middleweight got it, but will an undisputed title clash come next?

Tom Gray

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Junto Nakatani stops Alexandro Santiago in six

Junto Nakatani turns in arguably a career-best performance by halting Mexican Alexandro Santiago in Tokyo. The Japanese star is now a three-weight world champion.

Tom Gray

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Takuma Inoue knocks out Jerwin Ancajas in nine

In the first defense of his WBA bantamweight title, Takuma Inoue turned in a career-best performance against former champ Jerwin Ancajas. The brother of pound-for-pound superstar Naoya Inoue scored a ninth-round body shot knockout.

Tom Gray

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Will fans ever see Canelo vs. Benavidez?

Fight fans are desperate to see undisputed super middleweight champ Canelo Alvarez mix it with division's danger man David Benavidez. Unfortunately, it looks like the wait will continue.

Tom Gray

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Will Canelo fight Edgar Berlanga on May 4?

The plot thickens in terms of securing Canelo Alvarez an opponent for May 4, as unbeaten super middleweight star Edgar Berlanga has now been thrown into the mix.

Tom Gray

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Josh Taylor and Jack Catterall press conference turns ugly

Josh Taylor and Jack Catterall have endured a two-year war of words since their initial controversial fight. It was not surprise to see sparks fly when they came face to face in Edinburgh.

Tom Gray

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Manny Pacquiao's Paris Olympics dream ended by IOC

Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao was desperate to represent his country at Paris 2024. However, an age restriction for boxing competitors appears to have put paid to his ambitions.

Tom Gray

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Foster outpoints Nova to retain WBC 130-pound title

In his Top Rank debut, O'Shaquie Foster successfully defended his WBC super featherweight title with a close points win over Abraham Nova.

Tom Gray

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Nontshinga avenges Curiel loss, reclaims world title

It's rare for a fighter to avenge a devastating one-punch knockout, but that's precisely what Sivenathi Nontshinga did in his rematch with Adrian Curiel.

Tom Gray

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Will Bud Crawford fight Teofimo Lopez?

Super lightweight champ Teofimo Lopez is still campaigning for a fight against pound-for-pound king Terence Crawford. The Sporting News assesses how realistic this matchup is.

Tom Gray

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Could Curiel-Nontshinga 2 winner face Teraji?

Adrian Curiel upset the odds to defeat Sivenathi Nontshinga spectacularly. Can he do it again and secure the biggest fight of his life?

Tom Gray

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Canelo makes announcement amid Jermall Charlo and retirement rumors

Talk of a potential announcement from undisputed super middleweight champ Canelo Alvarez went viral yesterday and the news is now in. The Sporting News takes a look at the Mexican star's plans for 2024.

Tom Gray

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De La Hoya vs Quartey 25 years later

Oscar De La Hoya was all about challenges and he certainly found one when he took on the formidable Ike Quartey in Las Vegas. The Sporting News looks back on a welterweight classic.

Tom Gray

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Teofimo Lopez outpoints Ortiz, calls for Bud Crawford

The buildup to Lopez vs. Ortiz showed promise, but the fight delivered next to nothing. Following 12 tedious rounds, 'The Takeover' retained his world titles.

Tom Gray

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Will we see Tank Davis vs. Conor Benn?

Conor Benn had barely rested up after turning back the challenge of Peter Dobson before he was involved in a war of words with Gervonta "Tank" Davis. The Sporting News looks into whether this fight is a possibility.

Tom Gray

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Conor Benn outpoints Peter Dobson in Las Vegas

Welterweight star Conor Benn completes 12 rounds for the first time, outpointing tougher-than-expected American Peter Dobson. The Sporting News covered the main event in Las Vegas.

Tom Gray

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Buatsi defeats Azeez on points

Joshua Buatsi needed to defeat his friend and former training partner Dan Azeez to secure a world title fight and he did just that. The Sporting News covered the main event in London.

Tom Gray

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Why has Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk been rescheduled?

It's not news that any boxing fan wanted to hear, but the multi-million dollar undisputed showdown between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk has been postponed. The Sporting News looks at the details surrounding the capitulation of the February 17 date.

Dom Farrell

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Fury vs. Usyk is on for May 18

That was quick. Yesterday, it was announced that Fury vs. Usyk was postponed due to 'The Gypsy King' sustaining a nasty cut in sparring. Just over 24 hours we have a new date.

Tom Gray

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Bantamweight boxer Kazuki Anaguchi dies

Kazuki Anaguchi, 23, succumbs to the brain injury he sustained during a bout against Seiya Tsutsumi on December 26. It's a tragedy that puts other boxing news in perspective.

Tom Gray

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Rocky actor Carl Weathers dies at 76

Hollywood actor Carl Weathers, best known for his role as Apollo Creed in the Rocky franchise, has passed away. The Sporting News looks back on the life and career of the iconic action star.

Tom Gray

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Ngannou coach Cooper: Team Combat League is 'future of boxing'

Boxing is the ultimate one-on-one sport, but the brain trust behind Team Combat League is looking to change that perception. The Sporting News spoke to the President of Team Combat League about this exciting new format.

Tom Gray

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Will Naoya Inoue fight Ryan Garcia?

Ryan Garcia has plenty of talent and plenty of ambition. However, how seriously can we take his statement regarding a superfight against Japanese multi-weight king Naoya Inoue in the future?

Tom Gray

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Will we see a Devin Haney vs. Ryan Garcia fight?

They competed multiple times in the amateur ranks, but Devin Haney and Ryan Garcia seem destined to go at it again as professionals. The Sporting News takes a look at this potential 140-pound superfight.

Tom Gray

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Has Shakur Stevenson retired from boxing for good?

Shakur Stevenson is one of the finest pure boxers in the world today. However, the super-skilled American southpaw is losing patience with the sport's politics and shocked fans by announcing his retirement online.

Tom Gray

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Chavez vs. Randall: 30th anniversary of Chavez's first pro loss

Thirty years ago, Frankie Randall faced an 89-0-1 Julio Cesar Chavez, but there was more against him than just a legendary opponent. The Sporting News looks back at one of boxing history's biggest upsets.

Tom Gray

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Munguia unlikely to get Canelo showdown next

While Jaime Munguia looked terrific in dispatching John Ryder and deserves a shot at undisputed champion Canelo Alvarez, that doesn't mean he's going to get it. The Sporting News looks at all the reasons why this fight is unlikely to happen next.

Tom Gray

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Munguia stops Ryder, would be honored to face Canelo

Jaime Munguia scores a statement win over former two-time world title challenger John Ryder, decking the Englishman multiple times en route to a stoppage. Could Canelo be next?

Tom Gray

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Fury insults Usyk's heritage — what was said in fiery leaked interview?

Heavyweight champ Tyson Fury is known for being as effective with mind games as he is with his fists. Will The Gypsy King's notorious psychological warfare affect Oleksandr Usyk ahead of their undisputed heavyweight title fight?

Tom Gray

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Kenshiro Teraji edges Carlos Canizales in a great fight

Kenshiro Teraji was far from his vintage best against gutsy Venezuelan challenger Carlos Canizales, but the Japanese fighter secured a close points triumph before his adoring home support.

Tom Gray

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Did Jai Opetaia floor Tyson Fury?

Tyson Fury seemed to make the perfect choice when he employed Jai Opetaia as a sparring partner ahead of the Oleksandr Usyk showdown. However, their union was all over after five rounds and speculation has been rife about what may have caused the sudden ending.

Tom Gray

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Tenshin Nasukawa poised for third pro bout

Tenshin Nasukawa was ridiculed following a swift defeat to Floyd Mayweather in an ill-fated 2018 exhibition match. However, the Japanese star recently entered the professional ranks and he's showing potential.

Tom Gray

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Will Teraji fight Bam Rodriguez?

Kenshiro Teraji isn't called 'The Amazing Boy' for nothing. The Japanese boxer-puncher is 14-1 in light flyweight world title fights and may soon infiltrate the flyweight division.

Tom Gray

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Natasha Jonas edges Mikaela Mayer in a classic

Natasha Jonas retains the IBF welterweight title following a brutal war with American star Mikaela Mayer in Liverpool. The Sporting News provides a full fight report as well as undercard results.

Tom Gray

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Teraji is game for undisputed or Bam superfight

Kenshiro Teraji wants the best opponents and more world title belts in 2024. The Sporting News spoke to the Japanese star who is poised to take on tough contender Carlos Canizales on January 23.

Tom Gray

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Will Teraji become a pound-for-pound star?

Unified light flyweight champion Kenshiro Teraji has already achieved greatness, but the Japanese warrior still has dragons to slay and critics to silence.

Tom Gray

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Will Haney vs. Tank happen in 2024?

Devin Haney and Gervonta Davis are young, unbeaten world champions with a growing rivalry. When will they settle matters in the ring?

Tom Gray

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Jonas embraces 'fear factor' ahead of Mayer challenge

Two-weight world champion Natasha Jonas has been on a remarkable run over the past 18 months and looks to extend it at the expense of former unified super featherweight titleholder Mikaela Mayer.

Tom Gray

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Beterbiev remains lethal, Bivol clash beckons

Some of us thought Artur Beterbiev had seen better days. However, all it took was 19 minutes of action to convince any detractors that the unified champion remains as lethal as ever.

Tom Gray

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Artur Beterbiev's atypical test explained

The world title fight between reigning unified light heavyweight champ Artur Beterbiev and challenger Callum Smith was a new subplot. The Sporting News looks into Beterbiev's atypical test result, what it means, and what is doesn't mean.

Tom Gray

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Joe Frazier's five greatest fights

Former heavyweight champion Joe Frazier is inextricably linked to the life and legacy of arch-rival Muhammad Ali. However, the legendary left hooker has a very special legacy of his own.

Tom Gray

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Ohara Davies blames Las Vegas air-con for Barroso loss

After Ohara Davies blamed air conditioning for his first-round stoppage at the hands of Ismael Barroso, here are some other notable excuses boxers have given after defeats.

Tom Gray

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Will we see Naoya Inoue vs. Luis Nery in 2024?

Naoya Inoue reigns supreme at 122 pounds, but there's no shortage of challengers at super bantamweight, and 'The Monster' might finally get to tangle with an old foe.

Tom Gray

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Will Devin Haney move to welterweight?

Devin Haney is one of the best fighters in the world today, but after just one win at 140 pounds, options are already looking limited in this weight class. Is welterweight next for 'The Dream'?

Tom Gray

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What do Errol Spence Jr and Joe Frazier have in common?

A boxer can lose a fight due to eye problems and, if serious enough, they can also lose their careers. Former welterweight champ Errol Spence Jr. has had a cross to bare when it comes to his eyesight.

Tom Gray

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Artur Beterbiev is the perfect knockout artist

Going up against Artur Beterbiev is one of the most daunting tasks in world boxing. If you have any doubts about that, then we'll just let the statistics speak for themselves.

Tom Gray

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Golden Boy responds to Tony Weeks' Ortiz-Lawson aneurysm claim

The controversy surrounding Vergil Ortiz Jr's first-round stoppage win over Fredrick Lawson has gone to a completely different level.

Tom Gray

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Jarrell 'Big Baby' Miller charged with carjacking

Heavyweight Jarrell 'Big Baby' Miller is best known for abusing performance-enhancing drugs, and now it's alleged that he's added carjacking and burglary with assault to his list of accolades.

Tom Gray

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Why 'four-belt era' talk in boxing is disrespectful

What Terence Crawford and Naoya Inoue accomplished in 2023 was extraordinary, but don't make the mistake of believing they were the first male fighters to become double undisputed world champions.

Tom Gray

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