The boxing world was taken by surprise during the press conference ahead of the fight between rising star Ben Whittaker and Leon Willings. An unknown gatecrasher, later revealed to be undefeated 175-pound fighter Ezra Arenyeka, stole the spotlight by challenging Whittaker to a fight. This unexpected turn of events sparked a heated confrontation between the
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Former two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has recently announced that his next fight will be held at Wembley Stadium on either September 20th or 21st. This news has sparked excitement amongst boxing fans, eager to see who Joshua will face next. The potential opponents include the winners of the upcoming matchups between Filip Hrgovic and
Carl Froch, also known as “The Cobra,” achieved one of the most remarkable last-round victories in boxing history 15 years ago. At that time, Froch was the WBC super middleweight champion, facing off against former middleweight king Jermain Taylor in a fight titled “Continents Collide.” Despite being the underdog, Froch showed incredible resilience and determination
Heading into the highly anticipated four-belt heavyweight unification showdown between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk, there is a lingering question surrounding the cut that Fury suffered during sparring. The significant cut, which required 11 stitches, had previously caused Fury to postpone the fight in February after being caught by an elbow. Despite undergoing medical treatment,
Zelfa Barrett showcased his superior firepower as he dominated Jordan Gill in their fight for the WBA International super featherweight title. The fight culminated in Barrett stopping Gill in the tenth round with a series of powerful body shots, securing the victory and the title for himself. Despite a slow start in the first few
The boxing world was shaken by the news of Scottish ring warrior Willie Limond fighting for his life in the hospital after suffering a seizure. Limond, at the age of 45, was found unresponsive in his car, sparking concern among his fans and the boxing community. This incident highlights the harsh realities that fighters face
The news that female boxing star Katie Taylor will not be facing Chantelle Cameron in a trilogy fight has left many fight fans surprised. Instead, Taylor is set to have a rematch with Amanda Serrano, the former lightweight champion and current 140 pound champ. This decision has left Cameron feeling disappointed and frustrated, as she
Frank Warren’s offer to Derek Chisora for a fight with Joe Joyce has created quite a stir in the boxing world. Both fighters have expressed interest in stepping into the ring with each other, and Warren seems keen on making this matchup a reality. However, Chisora has reservations about the timing of the fight, indicating
During a recent visit to London, I had the opportunity to visit The Ring pub on Blackfriars Road in Southwark. This pub holds a rich history that pays tribute to the long-lost arena that once stood across the road. The arena, which opened in 1910, hosted legendary fighters such as Jack “Kid” Berg, Len Harvey,
The highly anticipated fight between Fabio Wardley and Frazer Clarke, aptly named “Bad Blood”, was a spectacle that left both the fighters and the spectators in awe. The relentless toe-to-toe action that unfolded over twelve grueling rounds painted a vivid picture of determination and grit in the ring. Wardley, with his battered and bloody nose,
The upcoming fight between Fabio Wardley and Frazer Clarke at the O2 in London is anticipated to be a high-stakes contest that could potentially revive the glory days of British heavyweight boxing. Wardley, the current British heavyweight champion, will also be defending his Commonwealth heavyweight belt against Clarke, the 2020 Olympic bronze medal winner. Both