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World champion Davis arrested on domestic violence charges
WBA lightweight champion Gervonta Davis was arrested on Friday on misdemeanour domestic violence charges.
The arrest was related to an incident near Miami, Florida, on 15 June, Father's Day.
Davis allegedly assaulted his ex-girlfriend, the mother of two of his children, outside her home.
The 30-year-old was taken into custody in Miami but has since been released on $10,000 (£7,400) bond, with a court hearing scheduled for 29 July.
He has twice previously been arrested on battery domestic violence charges, in February 2020 and December 2022.
Davis has also served 44 days in jail in 2023 after violating the terms of a 90-day house arrest sentence, in relation to a criminal hit-and-run case that occurred in his hometown of Baltimore in November 2020.
The former IBF super featherweight champion is unbeaten from 31 professional fights, although his most recent bout was a controversial draw with Lamont Roach Jr in March and they have a rematch scheduled for August.
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WBA lightweight champion Gervonta Davis was arrested on Friday on misdemeanour domestic violence charges.
The arrest was related to an incident near Miami, Florida, on 15 June, Father's Day.
Davis allegedly assaulted his ex-girlfriend, the mother of two of his children, outside her home.
The 30-year-old was taken into custody in Miami but has since been released on $10,000 (£7,400) bond, with a court hearing scheduled for 29 July.
He has twice previously been arrested on battery domestic violence charges, in February 2020 and December 2022.
Davis has also served 44 days in jail in 2023 after violating the terms of a 90-day house arrest sentence, in relation to a criminal hit-and-run case that occurred in his hometown of Baltimore in November 2020.
The former IBF super featherweight champion is unbeaten from 31 professional fights, although his most recent bout was a controversial draw with Lamont Roach Jr in March and they have a rematch scheduled for August.
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nice win by sheeraz, statement knockout against a decent oppenent who went all the way against canelo, looks good under andy lee.
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Britain's Sheeraz stops Berlanga as Stevenson retains title
Britain's Hamzah Sheeraz made a successful step up to super middleweight with a destructive fifth-round stoppage victory against Edgar Berlanga in New York.
In the other co-main event, Shakur Stevenson retained his WBC lightweight world title with a unanimous decision victory over William Zepeda.
Sheeraz, 26, knocked Berlanga down twice in the fourth round and again at the start of the fifth to force the referee to end the fight.
The impressive victory improves Sheeraz's record to 22-0, with one draw and 18 wins inside the distance.
It was the Briton's first fight since that draw - against WBC middleweight champion Carlos Adames in February - after which he decided to make the step up to super middleweight.
Berlanga's record is now 23-2 after a second defeat in three fights, with March's stoppage of Jonathan Gonzalez-Ortiz preceded by a unanimous points defeat by Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez.
Meanwhile, Stevenson comfortably won on all three judges' scorecards against Zepeda to make a third defence of his WBC lightweight title.
Two judges scored the bout 118-110 and a third saw it 119-109 for the 28-year-old American, who improved his unbeaten record to 24-0 with 11 knockouts.
It was a first career defeat for Mexican Zepeda, 29, whose record is now 33-1.
The card was held at the Louis Armstrong Stadium, one of the show courts at Flushing Meadows, host venue of the US Open tennis.
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Britain's Hamzah Sheeraz made a successful step up to super middleweight with a destructive fifth-round stoppage victory against Edgar Berlanga in New York.
In the other co-main event, Shakur Stevenson retained his WBC lightweight world title with a unanimous decision victory over William Zepeda.
Sheeraz, 26, knocked Berlanga down twice in the fourth round and again at the start of the fifth to force the referee to end the fight.
The impressive victory improves Sheeraz's record to 22-0, with one draw and 18 wins inside the distance.
It was the Briton's first fight since that draw - against WBC middleweight champion Carlos Adames in February - after which he decided to make the step up to super middleweight.
Berlanga's record is now 23-2 after a second defeat in three fights, with March's stoppage of Jonathan Gonzalez-Ortiz preceded by a unanimous points defeat by Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez.
Meanwhile, Stevenson comfortably won on all three judges' scorecards against Zepeda to make a third defence of his WBC lightweight title.
Two judges scored the bout 118-110 and a third saw it 119-109 for the 28-year-old American, who improved his unbeaten record to 24-0 with 11 knockouts.
It was a first career defeat for Mexican Zepeda, 29, whose record is now 33-1.
The card was held at the Louis Armstrong Stadium, one of the show courts at Flushing Meadows, host venue of the US Open tennis.
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Sometimes you have to go in there and fight believing you will come out on top and that’s what he did . A slowish start but a clinical finish .
The taller guy usually stays at distance against a puncher but Hamza decided to take it inside and dominated with his uppercuts along with a varied arsenal of shots all around .
A good weight for him now , looks a certain future world champion now . The next big British Pakistani boxing star has arrived after Amir khan .
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Taylor deserves place in Hall of Fame – Frampton
Josh Taylor's accomplishment in becoming undisputed world champion should be recognised as "one of the great British sporting feats ever" and the Scot is deserving a place in boxing's Hall of Fame, says Carl Frampton.
The 34-year-old is retiring on medical grounds after a career during which he won Commonwealth Games silver and gold medals for Scotland, represented Team GB at the London 2012 Olympics and became the first – and so far only – male fighter from the UK to capture all four world titles in a single division.
"Josh should be proud of everything he's done in his career, especially becoming an undisputed champion," former world champion Frampton said.
"We see how much of a big deal it is that people make of the undisputed heavyweight champion when Oleksander Usyk beat Daniel Dubois at the weekend. Josh Taylor was undisputed in 18 fights - that's unbelievable. Hard to fathom, really.
"So I think that's what people should remember Josh for. It literally doesn't happen unless you're someone like a Vasiliy Lomachenko or a Usyk or someone like that. That's the calibre of fighter that achieves this.
"Josh Taylor becoming undisputed champion in 18 fights in a marquee division, not down at light-flyweight where nobody fights or anything like that, a marquee division, should be recognised as one of the great British sporting feats ever.
"Undisputed light-welterweight champion in 18 fights is Hall of Fame behaviour, I think."
Taylor and Frampton, a former two-weight world champion, trained alongside each other when both were under Shane McGuigan's wing, with the Scot making his professional debut on a show headlined by Frampton in Texas back in 2015.
"I was there the whole way, pretty much," Frampton told BBC Scotland.
"Josh is a great friend of mine and he's a good person as well. And he does a lot of good things behind the scenes, which people don't see. Josh is just a good fella.
"I'm very, very proud that I was able to witness some of his greatness up close and personal."
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Josh Taylor's accomplishment in becoming undisputed world champion should be recognised as "one of the great British sporting feats ever" and the Scot is deserving a place in boxing's Hall of Fame, says Carl Frampton.
The 34-year-old is retiring on medical grounds after a career during which he won Commonwealth Games silver and gold medals for Scotland, represented Team GB at the London 2012 Olympics and became the first – and so far only – male fighter from the UK to capture all four world titles in a single division.
"Josh should be proud of everything he's done in his career, especially becoming an undisputed champion," former world champion Frampton said.
"We see how much of a big deal it is that people make of the undisputed heavyweight champion when Oleksander Usyk beat Daniel Dubois at the weekend. Josh Taylor was undisputed in 18 fights - that's unbelievable. Hard to fathom, really.
"So I think that's what people should remember Josh for. It literally doesn't happen unless you're someone like a Vasiliy Lomachenko or a Usyk or someone like that. That's the calibre of fighter that achieves this.
"Josh Taylor becoming undisputed champion in 18 fights in a marquee division, not down at light-flyweight where nobody fights or anything like that, a marquee division, should be recognised as one of the great British sporting feats ever.
"Undisputed light-welterweight champion in 18 fights is Hall of Fame behaviour, I think."
Taylor and Frampton, a former two-weight world champion, trained alongside each other when both were under Shane McGuigan's wing, with the Scot making his professional debut on a show headlined by Frampton in Texas back in 2015.
"I was there the whole way, pretty much," Frampton told BBC Scotland.
"Josh is a great friend of mine and he's a good person as well. And he does a lot of good things behind the scenes, which people don't see. Josh is just a good fella.
"I'm very, very proud that I was able to witness some of his greatness up close and personal."
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Horrible decision, they robbed him of history, should have broken Bernard Hopkins record as oldest champion ever, and also the first HOF inductee to win a world title. But his performance was as such that he has become bigger then any decision given by the judges and social media won’t forget it either, I was just a teenager when I watched him knock Ricky Hatton out cold to the point I thought he was actually dead, from all that time, he is dancing with the top welters of today which puts him in very rare company; simply unreal.
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Oleksandr Usyk faces being stripped of world title after knocking Daniel Dubois out
Oleksandr Usyk has been ordered to defend his WBO heavyweight crown against Joseph Parker - or face the prospect of being stripped of the prestigious belt. The Ukrainian secured undisputed heavyweight supremacy for a second occasion following his devastating knockout victory over Daniel Dubois before 90,000 spectators at Wembley Stadium last weekend.
Usyk dominated proceedings from the opening bell to the final moment. Although 'Triple D' enjoyed fleeting success during the contest, the 'Cat' swiftly concluded matters in the fifth round. Usyk floored the British fighter with a crushing right hook and against expectations, Dubois managed to rise from the canvas, only to be finished moments afterwards when the Ukrainian unleashed a precision left hand.
Following his second triumph over the Briton, Usyk has received a rather firm directive from the WBO. The sanctioning organisation has commanded the two-weight undisputed champion to put the title on the line against Parker.
In correspondence dispatched to both camps, the WBO stated: "Gentlemen: Please be advised that the WBO World Championship Committee is hereby ordering the commencement of negotiations between the subject matter fighters to discharge the mandatory title defence obligation.
"By virtue of this order, the parties have thirty (30) days upon issuance of this letter to reach terms. Failure to do so will result in this committee ordering purse bid proceedings in accordance with WBO regulations of World Championship Contests. The minimum bid in the Heavyweight division is one-million dollars ($1,000,000.00). Any of the parties herein may request purse bid proceedings at any time during negotiation stages.
"Lastly, the WBO reserves its right to issue any and all further rulings deemed necessary, helpful and convenient to accomplish the purposes, policies, and intent of the WBO rules, including but not limited to serving those interests that best serve boxing, and the WBO Heavyweight Division. Do not hesitate to contact the WBO headquarters if you have any questions or concerns."
Should Usyk choose not to face Parker, he will be forced to surrender his WBO belt - or face being stripped of it.
Oleksandr Usyk has been ordered to defend his WBO heavyweight crown against Joseph Parker - or face the prospect of being stripped of the prestigious belt. The Ukrainian secured undisputed heavyweight supremacy for a second occasion following his devastating knockout victory over Daniel Dubois before 90,000 spectators at Wembley Stadium last weekend.
Usyk dominated proceedings from the opening bell to the final moment. Although 'Triple D' enjoyed fleeting success during the contest, the 'Cat' swiftly concluded matters in the fifth round. Usyk floored the British fighter with a crushing right hook and against expectations, Dubois managed to rise from the canvas, only to be finished moments afterwards when the Ukrainian unleashed a precision left hand.
Following his second triumph over the Briton, Usyk has received a rather firm directive from the WBO. The sanctioning organisation has commanded the two-weight undisputed champion to put the title on the line against Parker.
In correspondence dispatched to both camps, the WBO stated: "Gentlemen: Please be advised that the WBO World Championship Committee is hereby ordering the commencement of negotiations between the subject matter fighters to discharge the mandatory title defence obligation.
"By virtue of this order, the parties have thirty (30) days upon issuance of this letter to reach terms. Failure to do so will result in this committee ordering purse bid proceedings in accordance with WBO regulations of World Championship Contests. The minimum bid in the Heavyweight division is one-million dollars ($1,000,000.00). Any of the parties herein may request purse bid proceedings at any time during negotiation stages.
"Lastly, the WBO reserves its right to issue any and all further rulings deemed necessary, helpful and convenient to accomplish the purposes, policies, and intent of the WBO rules, including but not limited to serving those interests that best serve boxing, and the WBO Heavyweight Division. Do not hesitate to contact the WBO headquarters if you have any questions or concerns."
Should Usyk choose not to face Parker, he will be forced to surrender his WBO belt - or face being stripped of it.
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'My world caved in' - Taylor on forced retirement
For any athlete who has reached the top of their sport, saying goodbye can be the hardest part. When that decision is taken out of your own hands, it becomes harder still.
"It's just been like my world's caved in," Josh Taylor tells BBC Scotland two weeks on from the devastating diagnosis that brought his boxing career to an immediate halt.
A routine eye exam following defeat by Ekow Essuman in May showed extensive damage.
An initial scan found a tear in the retinal tissue behind Taylor's left eye, but a closer examination found there were actually six. The specialist laid it out plainly - continue boxing and you risk going blind.
The Tartan Tornado enjoyed a career few fighters could dream of - a Commonwealth Games gold medallist, an Olympian and, in 2021, becoming the first - and so far only - male fighter from the UK to win four belts in a single division as he became undisputed light-welterweight world champion.
After consecutive defeats in his past three bouts, Taylor did not want his storied career to finish on a losing note and had hoped for "one or two more fights", but the potential loss of his vision in one eye put paid to thoughts of a fairytale ending.
The sudden transition from active fighter to former boxer has been tough to process.
"I'm feeling quite down in the dumps, to be honest," said the 34-year-old. "I've had two weeks to absorb it, but the more I think about it, the more upset I get.
"I know I've sort of completed the game in a sense in terms of becoming undisputed champion, but not going out on my own terms, it was kind of like a kick in the teeth.
"It was kind of like falling straight off the edge of a cliff. I'm not going to risk losing my sight for the sake of just one more fight. But it was like the end of my world."
'Heart-warming response softened the blow'
Elite athletes often speak of the difficulty of transitioning out of the sport that has defined them for most of their life. The structure of a training schedule, the lofty goals to aim for and everything that drives them on a daily basis, it all disappears overnight.
Taylor speaks incredibly honestly, and with visible emotion, about "the slump" he is experiencing since he was told his boxing career was over.
What has provided solace in this tough period is the mountain of messages, from fans and fellow fighters alike, paying tribute to the Scot for his magnificent achievements since he publicly announced his retirement on Monday.
"The messages of support that I've had has helped me, helped lift me because it's made me feel a little bit better, made me feel appreciated, made me feel that I've done good in the sport," he says.
"I've had a lot of great messages from some high profile names and just my friends and people I haven't heard from in a long time.
"For the last few years I've had nothing but hate with every single post that I've written, there's always a section of the comments that there's just hate and stuff like that. I think this is the first one in the last two or three years that I've not had any.
"So the response has been quite heart-warming and made me appreciate what I achieved, kind of softened the blow a little bit and it's cheered me up a little bit. So I'd like to say thank you to everybody that's taken time to message me."
'Someone that wasn't afraid to be great'
Taylor admits his diagnosis perhaps "saved me from myself" - a fighter will always want to fight.
What the future now holds for the boy from Prestonpans who conquered the world is unclear.
He's open to some punditry work and with his direct, unvarnished honesty, he would seem tailor made for that.
He will go back to where it all started, Lochend Boxing Club, to help out his friend and mentor Terry McCormack, inspiring the next generation. "Maybe we'll find the next Josh Taylor", he says.
One day he might even open his own gym in East Lothian. He has a lot left to give to the sport, even if his own time under the lights has now come to an end.
So how would Josh Taylor like to be remembered?
"I don't know, I've never thought about it," he says.
"They're going to remember me any way they want, but I would like to hope they thought I was an all-action kind of fighter and wasn't afraid to take a fight.
"Someone that come up and took on all challenges and wasn't afraid to try to be great.
"Just a fighter."
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For any athlete who has reached the top of their sport, saying goodbye can be the hardest part. When that decision is taken out of your own hands, it becomes harder still.
"It's just been like my world's caved in," Josh Taylor tells BBC Scotland two weeks on from the devastating diagnosis that brought his boxing career to an immediate halt.
A routine eye exam following defeat by Ekow Essuman in May showed extensive damage.
An initial scan found a tear in the retinal tissue behind Taylor's left eye, but a closer examination found there were actually six. The specialist laid it out plainly - continue boxing and you risk going blind.
The Tartan Tornado enjoyed a career few fighters could dream of - a Commonwealth Games gold medallist, an Olympian and, in 2021, becoming the first - and so far only - male fighter from the UK to win four belts in a single division as he became undisputed light-welterweight world champion.
After consecutive defeats in his past three bouts, Taylor did not want his storied career to finish on a losing note and had hoped for "one or two more fights", but the potential loss of his vision in one eye put paid to thoughts of a fairytale ending.
The sudden transition from active fighter to former boxer has been tough to process.
"I'm feeling quite down in the dumps, to be honest," said the 34-year-old. "I've had two weeks to absorb it, but the more I think about it, the more upset I get.
"I know I've sort of completed the game in a sense in terms of becoming undisputed champion, but not going out on my own terms, it was kind of like a kick in the teeth.
"It was kind of like falling straight off the edge of a cliff. I'm not going to risk losing my sight for the sake of just one more fight. But it was like the end of my world."
'Heart-warming response softened the blow'
Elite athletes often speak of the difficulty of transitioning out of the sport that has defined them for most of their life. The structure of a training schedule, the lofty goals to aim for and everything that drives them on a daily basis, it all disappears overnight.
Taylor speaks incredibly honestly, and with visible emotion, about "the slump" he is experiencing since he was told his boxing career was over.
What has provided solace in this tough period is the mountain of messages, from fans and fellow fighters alike, paying tribute to the Scot for his magnificent achievements since he publicly announced his retirement on Monday.
"The messages of support that I've had has helped me, helped lift me because it's made me feel a little bit better, made me feel appreciated, made me feel that I've done good in the sport," he says.
"I've had a lot of great messages from some high profile names and just my friends and people I haven't heard from in a long time.
"For the last few years I've had nothing but hate with every single post that I've written, there's always a section of the comments that there's just hate and stuff like that. I think this is the first one in the last two or three years that I've not had any.
"So the response has been quite heart-warming and made me appreciate what I achieved, kind of softened the blow a little bit and it's cheered me up a little bit. So I'd like to say thank you to everybody that's taken time to message me."
'Someone that wasn't afraid to be great'
Taylor admits his diagnosis perhaps "saved me from myself" - a fighter will always want to fight.
What the future now holds for the boy from Prestonpans who conquered the world is unclear.
He's open to some punditry work and with his direct, unvarnished honesty, he would seem tailor made for that.
He will go back to where it all started, Lochend Boxing Club, to help out his friend and mentor Terry McCormack, inspiring the next generation. "Maybe we'll find the next Josh Taylor", he says.
One day he might even open his own gym in East Lothian. He has a lot left to give to the sport, even if his own time under the lights has now come to an end.
So how would Josh Taylor like to be remembered?
"I don't know, I've never thought about it," he says.
"They're going to remember me any way they want, but I would like to hope they thought I was an all-action kind of fighter and wasn't afraid to take a fight.
"Someone that come up and took on all challenges and wasn't afraid to try to be great.
"Just a fighter."
BBC
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Rodriguez failed drug test in US before Yafai fight
Francisco Rodriguez Jr failed a drug test in America in December, six months before his fight with Galal Yafai in Birmingham.
Rodriguez, 31, beat Olympic gold medallist Yafai in a points decision in June, with the British boxer suffering his first defeat as a professional.
After the fight, Rodriguez tested positive for banned substance heptaminol and the Mexican is now under investigation by the British Boxing Board of Control (BBBofC) and UK Anti-Doping (Ukad).
The test was conducted on fight night and administered by the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (Vada), as part of the WBC's Clean Boxing Program.
But it has now emerged that this is the second time Rodriguez has failed a drug test in six months.
Rodriguez's win over Josue Jesus Morales on December 15 in San Antonio was declared a no-contest by the Texas Commission after he failed a post-fight drug test.
"Francisco Rodriguez failed his drug test on 15/12/24 and was put on a 90-day suspension and was assessed a $500 administrative penalty," the Texas Combative Sports Program said.
There is no world governing body in boxing and the Texas Commission are not required to inform other commissions of the decision.
The commission did say Rodriguez's suspension was recorded on the national data base Boxrec.com as "rules violation" which the British Boxing Board of Control have access to.
Before Rodriguez's fight with Yafai, BBC Sport reached out to the Texas Commission to ask why his fight with Morales was registered as a 'no-contest' but received no reply.
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Francisco Rodriguez Jr failed a drug test in America in December, six months before his fight with Galal Yafai in Birmingham.
Rodriguez, 31, beat Olympic gold medallist Yafai in a points decision in June, with the British boxer suffering his first defeat as a professional.
After the fight, Rodriguez tested positive for banned substance heptaminol and the Mexican is now under investigation by the British Boxing Board of Control (BBBofC) and UK Anti-Doping (Ukad).
The test was conducted on fight night and administered by the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (Vada), as part of the WBC's Clean Boxing Program.
But it has now emerged that this is the second time Rodriguez has failed a drug test in six months.
Rodriguez's win over Josue Jesus Morales on December 15 in San Antonio was declared a no-contest by the Texas Commission after he failed a post-fight drug test.
"Francisco Rodriguez failed his drug test on 15/12/24 and was put on a 90-day suspension and was assessed a $500 administrative penalty," the Texas Combative Sports Program said.
There is no world governing body in boxing and the Texas Commission are not required to inform other commissions of the decision.
The commission did say Rodriguez's suspension was recorded on the national data base Boxrec.com as "rules violation" which the British Boxing Board of Control have access to.
Before Rodriguez's fight with Yafai, BBC Sport reached out to the Texas Commission to ask why his fight with Morales was registered as a 'no-contest' but received no reply.
Boxing: Francisco Rodriguez Jr failed drug test in America before positive test against Galal Yafai
Francisco Rodriguez Jr failed a drug test in Texas last December and received a 90-day suspension.
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I don’t know if this will be good, but the fact that it will exist is pretty amazing though lol The lead cast is pretty decent to & it’s arguably one of the tougher biopics to do among the greats, will defo be supporting it.
I don’t know if this will be good, but the fact that it will exist is pretty amazing though lol The lead cast is pretty decent to & it’s arguably one of the tougher biopics to do among the greats, will defo be supporting it.
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should be interesting, but i see that actor and just think of lockerbie after the docu-film on the plane bomb.
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Eubank-Benn rematch announced for November
The much-anticipated rematch between British rivals Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn will take place at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in November.
Eubank beat Benn by unanimous decision in a thrilling middleweight contest at the same venue in April.
Despite no title being on the line, the bout between the bitter foes - which took place 35 years after their fathers, Chris Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn, first fought - garnered huge attention.
And after Eubank was named the winner 116-112 on all three judges' scorecards, a rematch was wanted by fans and touted by promoters.
A second bout had been agreed for 20 September, however it fell through amid concerns Eubank would not be ready.
Now organisers Ring Magazine, which is owned by Turki Alalshikh, have announced , externalthe rematch will take place on 15 November.
Eddie Hearn, Benn's promoter and chairman of Matchroom Boxing, also shared the same date via Instagram, external.
Eubank and his camp have not yet commented on the announcement.
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The much-anticipated rematch between British rivals Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn will take place at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in November.
Eubank beat Benn by unanimous decision in a thrilling middleweight contest at the same venue in April.
Despite no title being on the line, the bout between the bitter foes - which took place 35 years after their fathers, Chris Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn, first fought - garnered huge attention.
And after Eubank was named the winner 116-112 on all three judges' scorecards, a rematch was wanted by fans and touted by promoters.
A second bout had been agreed for 20 September, however it fell through amid concerns Eubank would not be ready.
Now organisers Ring Magazine, which is owned by Turki Alalshikh, have announced , externalthe rematch will take place on 15 November.
Eddie Hearn, Benn's promoter and chairman of Matchroom Boxing, also shared the same date via Instagram, external.
Eubank and his camp have not yet commented on the announcement.
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Second boxer from Tokyo event dies from brain injury
A second Japanese boxer has died from brain injuries suffered at an event in Tokyo.
Hiromasa Urakawa, 28, died on Saturday after he was beaten via knockout in the eighth round of his fight with Yoji Saito on 2 August.
It follows the death of Shigetoshi Kotari on Friday from injuries sustained during a separate bout on the same card at Tokyo's Korakuen Hall.
Both boxers underwent surgery for subdural haematoma - a condition where blood collects between the skull and the brain.
The World Boxing Organisation (WBO) said, external it "mourns the passing of Japanese boxer Hiromasa Urakawa, who tragically succumbed to injuries sustained during his fight against Yoji Saito".
It added: "This heartbreaking news comes just days after the passing of Shigetoshi Kotari, who died from injuries suffered in his fight on the same card.
"We extend our deepest condolences to the families, friends and the Japanese boxing community during this incredibly difficult time."
Following the event, the Japan Boxing Commission announced all Oriental and Pacific Boxing Federation (OPBF) title bouts will now be 10 rounds instead of 12.
Urakawa is the third high-profile boxer to die in 2025 after Irishman John Cooney passed away in February following a fight in Belfast.
Cooney died aged 28 after suffering an intracranial haemorrhage from his fight against Welshman Nathan Howells.
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A second Japanese boxer has died from brain injuries suffered at an event in Tokyo.
Hiromasa Urakawa, 28, died on Saturday after he was beaten via knockout in the eighth round of his fight with Yoji Saito on 2 August.
It follows the death of Shigetoshi Kotari on Friday from injuries sustained during a separate bout on the same card at Tokyo's Korakuen Hall.
Both boxers underwent surgery for subdural haematoma - a condition where blood collects between the skull and the brain.
The World Boxing Organisation (WBO) said, external it "mourns the passing of Japanese boxer Hiromasa Urakawa, who tragically succumbed to injuries sustained during his fight against Yoji Saito".
It added: "This heartbreaking news comes just days after the passing of Shigetoshi Kotari, who died from injuries suffered in his fight on the same card.
"We extend our deepest condolences to the families, friends and the Japanese boxing community during this incredibly difficult time."
Following the event, the Japan Boxing Commission announced all Oriental and Pacific Boxing Federation (OPBF) title bouts will now be 10 rounds instead of 12.
Urakawa is the third high-profile boxer to die in 2025 after Irishman John Cooney passed away in February following a fight in Belfast.
Cooney died aged 28 after suffering an intracranial haemorrhage from his fight against Welshman Nathan Howells.
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The most dangerous combat sport in the world, Boxer’s are made different.
RIP to these two warriors, we need a thorough investigation into what happened. While the sport is significantly safer compared to the 18th century, we need to get to the bottom of how this past week could have been avoided.
RIP to these two warriors, we need a thorough investigation into what happened. While the sport is significantly safer compared to the 18th century, we need to get to the bottom of how this past week could have been avoided.
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lower weight boxing is way more dangerous than heavy weight boxing, one well timed punched from a heavy weight and its lights out, plus the refs are more likely to account for the more obvious damage heavier boxers are taking, whereas lighter boxers often dont have the same knockout power, or ability to inflict obvious damage, yet repeated trauma to the head is much worse at lower weight classes.
there needs to come a point where u have open scoring after every round, its pointless for boxers to keep taking a hammering in unwinnable situations. you might also need to make gloves for lighter weights smaller so the puncher's ability to knock opponents out increases.
there needs to come a point where u have open scoring after every round, its pointless for boxers to keep taking a hammering in unwinnable situations. you might also need to make gloves for lighter weights smaller so the puncher's ability to knock opponents out increases.
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Trimmed-down Whyte weighs lightest in 10 years
Moses Itauma v Dillian Whyte
Venue: ANB Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Date: Saturday, 16 August
A trimmed-down Dillian Whyte looked in terrific shape - at his lightest weight in 10 years - for Saturday's heavyweight bout with fellow Briton Moses Itauma in Saudi Arabia.
The 37-year-old Londoner tipped the scales at 17st 6½lb (110.9kg), more than a stone lighter than his previous bout.
"By the grace of God, training has been good and things have worked out," underdog Whyte said.
Itauma, 20, weighed in a pound heavier at 17st 7½lb (111.35kg) at Friday's weigh-in in Riyadh.
The southpaw from Chatham, Kent, has stopped 10 of his 12 professional opponents and is a heavy favourite to extend his unbeaten record.
There was a slightly intense atmosphere after the pair exchanged words during the face-off at Thursday's news conference, where Itauma accused Whyte of "playing a sheep to catch the wolf".
"I'm a chilled guy until people mess about with me," Whyte reflected the next day.
"With me, I don't need to bully or go crazy. I can switch just like that. So relax, bro, we're good. Me and him ain't got no beef. It's business."
Asked what he saw when he looked into Whyte's eyes after the weigh-in, Itauma said: "A wounded animal."
Earlier, Liverpool's WBA featherweight world champion Nick Ball weighed exactly on the 9st (57.15kg) limit, with Australian challenger Sam Goodman a pound lighter.
Ball, 28, is Britain's only reigning male world champion and holds a record of 22 wins and one draw.
Can Whyte turn back the clock?
Whyte lost his only world title bid to Tyson Fury in 2022 and has struggled for consistency in recent years.
Whether he can turn back the clock remains to be seen. He weighed 18st 9lb (118.38kg) during a lacklustre win over Ebenezer Tetteh last December.
But eight months on, he appears in the best shape of recent years and wore a grim, serious look as he took to the stage.
He is at his lightest since his win over Marcelo Nascimento in 2015.
With 31 wins from 34 fights, Whyte insists he still harbours world title ambitions. A defeat by Itauma would all but end those hopes.
Itauma has also slimmed down for his toughest test to date, weighing nine pounds lighter than at his previous fight - a destructive second-round stoppage of Mike Balogun in May.
A win on Saturday would edge Itauma closer to a world title shot. The Slovakia-born fighter is seen by many as the future face of British heavyweight boxing.
"I just want to get to the easy bit, the fight," Itauma said.
With Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua nearing the twilight of their careers, Itauma has been tipped as their potential successor on the global stage.
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Moses Itauma v Dillian Whyte
Venue: ANB Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Date: Saturday, 16 August
A trimmed-down Dillian Whyte looked in terrific shape - at his lightest weight in 10 years - for Saturday's heavyweight bout with fellow Briton Moses Itauma in Saudi Arabia.
The 37-year-old Londoner tipped the scales at 17st 6½lb (110.9kg), more than a stone lighter than his previous bout.
"By the grace of God, training has been good and things have worked out," underdog Whyte said.
Itauma, 20, weighed in a pound heavier at 17st 7½lb (111.35kg) at Friday's weigh-in in Riyadh.
The southpaw from Chatham, Kent, has stopped 10 of his 12 professional opponents and is a heavy favourite to extend his unbeaten record.
There was a slightly intense atmosphere after the pair exchanged words during the face-off at Thursday's news conference, where Itauma accused Whyte of "playing a sheep to catch the wolf".
"I'm a chilled guy until people mess about with me," Whyte reflected the next day.
"With me, I don't need to bully or go crazy. I can switch just like that. So relax, bro, we're good. Me and him ain't got no beef. It's business."
Asked what he saw when he looked into Whyte's eyes after the weigh-in, Itauma said: "A wounded animal."
Earlier, Liverpool's WBA featherweight world champion Nick Ball weighed exactly on the 9st (57.15kg) limit, with Australian challenger Sam Goodman a pound lighter.
Ball, 28, is Britain's only reigning male world champion and holds a record of 22 wins and one draw.
Can Whyte turn back the clock?
Whyte lost his only world title bid to Tyson Fury in 2022 and has struggled for consistency in recent years.
Whether he can turn back the clock remains to be seen. He weighed 18st 9lb (118.38kg) during a lacklustre win over Ebenezer Tetteh last December.
But eight months on, he appears in the best shape of recent years and wore a grim, serious look as he took to the stage.
He is at his lightest since his win over Marcelo Nascimento in 2015.
With 31 wins from 34 fights, Whyte insists he still harbours world title ambitions. A defeat by Itauma would all but end those hopes.
Itauma has also slimmed down for his toughest test to date, weighing nine pounds lighter than at his previous fight - a destructive second-round stoppage of Mike Balogun in May.
A win on Saturday would edge Itauma closer to a world title shot. The Slovakia-born fighter is seen by many as the future face of British heavyweight boxing.
"I just want to get to the easy bit, the fight," Itauma said.
With Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua nearing the twilight of their careers, Itauma has been tipped as their potential successor on the global stage.
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'What next?' - Itauma blows away Whyte in one round
Moses Itauma needed less than two minutes to emphatically stop Dillian Whyte and further strengthen his credentials as the next heavyweight star.
Headlining a card for the first time, the 20-year-old Briton rose to the occasion in what was billed as the biggest test of his career to date.
After some precise and powerful combinations, Itauma sent Whyte, 37, down with a thundering right.
With 119 seconds on the clock, referee Mikael Hook waved off the fight after Whyte had climbed back to his feet.
Itauma has now won all 13 of his bouts as a professional, with 11 of those victories coming by knockout.
"What is next? I will fight anyone they put in front of me," Itauma told DAZN.
"[The crowd] are saying [undisputed champion Oleksandr] Usyk. The team mentioned they want me to get some rounds out. Any of them can happen."
Itauma has only gone beyond the second round on two occasions and has eight first-round stoppages on his record.
Itauma has shown maturity beyond his years since winning in just 23 seconds on his professional debut in 2023 - and has continued to excel with every step up.
Heavyweight rivals Joseph Parker, Derek Chisora and Lawrence Okolie were among those watching at ringside as the rising star put on another statement performance.
The Slovakia-born fighter walked first to the ring, despite being the A-side, but was made to wait for more than three minutes - longer than the fight lasted - by Whyte, who delayed his entrance.
After throwing a few early feints to get a read on his opponent, Itauma started to unload and quickly found the range for his heavy hands.
Whyte was clearly feeling the power and back on the ropes as Itauma picked his shots carefully.
A right hook to the temple proved the telling blow and, despite bravely getting back to his feet, Whyte was deemed not fit to continue.
"How he did it, his temperament, control and composure - he fights better than guys at their peak and he is 20 years of age," Queensberry's Frank Warren, who promotes Itauma, told BBC Radio 5 Live.
"He did a job on somebody who has been at the best levels."
Despite getting into the shape of his career - weighing the lightest for 10 years - Whyte could not cut it with Itauma and questions linger over his future.
Itauma's dreams of becoming the youngest heavyweight champion in history ended in May, but this victory puts him firmly on track for a title shot in boxing's glamour division in the next 12 months.
With Tyson Fury in retirement, Anthony Joshua in the twilight of his career and Daniel Dubois losing his IBF title to Usyk last month, Itauma once again demonstrated he is the great British heavyweight hope in waiting.
'I don't want to call out Usyk'
Itauma has been carefully managed through the first two years of his career and it is unlikely he will be rushed into a fight beyond his means to put all that hard work in jeopardy.
Undisputed champion Usyk remains the man to beat, but Itauma is happy to take another step before potentially going up against the two-weight great.
"I put on a performance for you guys so it's now 'who's next?'," Itauma said.
"I don't want to call out Usyk because I don't believe I deserve the opportunity, but guys that do deserve the opportunity - I want to fight those lot.
"So maybe Agit Kabayel, maybe Joseph Parker. Maybe them type of names."
Parker is certainly not afraid to take on a challenge - as he showed by taking on the widely avoided Martin Bakole on just two days' notice and earning a stunning win.
"[Itauma] is a great talent," Parker told BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra.
"He put on a great display in terms of power, aggression and picking his shots. For a 20 year-old to be under the lights, he took the pressure on.
"I would love to share the ring with him one day and we probably will."
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Moses Itauma needed less than two minutes to emphatically stop Dillian Whyte and further strengthen his credentials as the next heavyweight star.
Headlining a card for the first time, the 20-year-old Briton rose to the occasion in what was billed as the biggest test of his career to date.
After some precise and powerful combinations, Itauma sent Whyte, 37, down with a thundering right.
With 119 seconds on the clock, referee Mikael Hook waved off the fight after Whyte had climbed back to his feet.
Itauma has now won all 13 of his bouts as a professional, with 11 of those victories coming by knockout.
"What is next? I will fight anyone they put in front of me," Itauma told DAZN.
"[The crowd] are saying [undisputed champion Oleksandr] Usyk. The team mentioned they want me to get some rounds out. Any of them can happen."
Itauma has only gone beyond the second round on two occasions and has eight first-round stoppages on his record.
Itauma has shown maturity beyond his years since winning in just 23 seconds on his professional debut in 2023 - and has continued to excel with every step up.
Heavyweight rivals Joseph Parker, Derek Chisora and Lawrence Okolie were among those watching at ringside as the rising star put on another statement performance.
The Slovakia-born fighter walked first to the ring, despite being the A-side, but was made to wait for more than three minutes - longer than the fight lasted - by Whyte, who delayed his entrance.
After throwing a few early feints to get a read on his opponent, Itauma started to unload and quickly found the range for his heavy hands.
Whyte was clearly feeling the power and back on the ropes as Itauma picked his shots carefully.
A right hook to the temple proved the telling blow and, despite bravely getting back to his feet, Whyte was deemed not fit to continue.
"How he did it, his temperament, control and composure - he fights better than guys at their peak and he is 20 years of age," Queensberry's Frank Warren, who promotes Itauma, told BBC Radio 5 Live.
"He did a job on somebody who has been at the best levels."
Despite getting into the shape of his career - weighing the lightest for 10 years - Whyte could not cut it with Itauma and questions linger over his future.
Itauma's dreams of becoming the youngest heavyweight champion in history ended in May, but this victory puts him firmly on track for a title shot in boxing's glamour division in the next 12 months.
With Tyson Fury in retirement, Anthony Joshua in the twilight of his career and Daniel Dubois losing his IBF title to Usyk last month, Itauma once again demonstrated he is the great British heavyweight hope in waiting.
'I don't want to call out Usyk'
Itauma has been carefully managed through the first two years of his career and it is unlikely he will be rushed into a fight beyond his means to put all that hard work in jeopardy.
Undisputed champion Usyk remains the man to beat, but Itauma is happy to take another step before potentially going up against the two-weight great.
"I put on a performance for you guys so it's now 'who's next?'," Itauma said.
"I don't want to call out Usyk because I don't believe I deserve the opportunity, but guys that do deserve the opportunity - I want to fight those lot.
"So maybe Agit Kabayel, maybe Joseph Parker. Maybe them type of names."
Parker is certainly not afraid to take on a challenge - as he showed by taking on the widely avoided Martin Bakole on just two days' notice and earning a stunning win.
"[Itauma] is a great talent," Parker told BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra.
"He put on a great display in terms of power, aggression and picking his shots. For a 20 year-old to be under the lights, he took the pressure on.
"I would love to share the ring with him one day and we probably will."
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Apparently Whyte was carrying a leg injury; I hate when rubbish like this comes out after a fighter loses a fight, it takes away from Itauma’s performance. However, there are far more credible opponents who can pose some questions or at least give Itauma more rounds. His promoters need to get their act together, if they want to push him to the top at a rapid rate then you need to step-up with the opposition:
- Michael Hunter
- Bakole
- Joe Joyce
- Hrgovic
- Zhang
- Even Chisora
Are all much better options who can help get some answers.
Itauma’s last few wins do nothing for his career besides profile building & he has developed a reputation now so they need to crack on.
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hrgovic would be the best opponent for itauma now, hrgo aint very dynamic but has good durability, hes unlikely to pose itauma a massive attacking threat unless itauma leaves himself open somehow, and is likely to take a lot more damage before going down. also hes coming off a win himself, and isnt too old, so it makes sense from a lot of sides. then id go kabayel, wardley, and if he can manage them well, usyk later next year.
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Cesar Chavez Jr jailed after US deportation
Former world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr has been jailed in his native Mexico after his arrest in the United States in July.
The Mexican boxer was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers in Studio City, Los Angeles, five days after fighting Jake Paul in nearby Anaheim.
The 39-year-old has now been detained in a prison in the northern Mexico state of Sonora, the country's national arrest registry showed on Tuesday, as he awaits charges.
It said that the boxer was arrested at a checkpoint in the border city of Nogales on Tuesday morning and transferred to a federal institution in Sonora's capital of Hermosillo.
Mexico's president Claudia Sheinbaum said in her daily news conference that he had been deported.
She previously said there was a warrant for his arrest for charges of arms trafficking and organised crime, and that prosecutors were working on the case.
The Mexican attorney general's office declined to comment.
Chavez Jr, who held the WBC middleweight title from 2011 to 2012, is the son of three-weight world champion Julio Cesar Chavez.
Mexican prosecutors allege he acted as a henchman for the powerful Sinaloa cartel, which Washington designated a foreign terrorist organisation earlier this year.
Chavez Jr's lawyer and family have rejected the accusations.
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Former world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr has been jailed in his native Mexico after his arrest in the United States in July.
The Mexican boxer was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers in Studio City, Los Angeles, five days after fighting Jake Paul in nearby Anaheim.
The 39-year-old has now been detained in a prison in the northern Mexico state of Sonora, the country's national arrest registry showed on Tuesday, as he awaits charges.
It said that the boxer was arrested at a checkpoint in the border city of Nogales on Tuesday morning and transferred to a federal institution in Sonora's capital of Hermosillo.
Mexico's president Claudia Sheinbaum said in her daily news conference that he had been deported.
She previously said there was a warrant for his arrest for charges of arms trafficking and organised crime, and that prosecutors were working on the case.
The Mexican attorney general's office declined to comment.
Chavez Jr, who held the WBC middleweight title from 2011 to 2012, is the son of three-weight world champion Julio Cesar Chavez.
Mexican prosecutors allege he acted as a henchman for the powerful Sinaloa cartel, which Washington designated a foreign terrorist organisation earlier this year.
Chavez Jr's lawyer and family have rejected the accusations.
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Jake Paul to face lightweight champion Davis in exhibition
Jake Paul will take on WBA lightweight champion Gervonta Davis in an exhibition fight in Atlanta, Georgia on 14 November.
Davis' title will not be on the line because of the huge gulf in weight between the two men.
Paul weighed 200lbs for his last bout with Davis currently campaigning at 135lb.
YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul found fame on the Disney Channel and then as an influencer before stepping into the world of boxing and has a record of 12 wins and one defeat as a professional.
"Yes, he is one of the top pound-for-pound boxers in the world, but my motto is anyone, any time, any place, against all odds," Paul wrote on X, external.
Paul added "first David, then Goliath" in what could be seen as a reference to reports he was in talks over a fight with British heavyweight Anthony Joshua.
Matchroom's Eddie Hearn, who promotes Joshua, recently told BBC Sport that Paul could likely be next for the two-time heavyweight champion when he returns from injury in 2026.
American Davis is undefeated in 31 fights as a professional, winning 30 and drawing one, with 28 of his victories coming by knockout.
Paul beat 39-year-old former world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr by unanimous decision in his last fight.
The 28-year-old earned a decision victory against 58-year-old Mike Tyson in November.
Davis retained his WBA lightweight title in his last contest after fighting to a draw against Lamont Roach Jr in March.
In January, Davis was ranked number eight in the pound-for-pound rankings.
Paul has been on a mission to try and convince the boxing fraternity of his ability since making his professional debut in 2020.
After beating a YouTuber, a former NBA player and three former UFC fighters, Paul fell to his first defeat at the hands of Tommy Fury in 2023.
But with a disparity of around 65lbs between Paul and Davis in their last fights this bout will do little for either fighter's reputation.
There is also a significant height difference with Paul standing at 6ft 1in compared to the 5ft 5in 'Tank', while Davis will be giving up nine inches in reach.
The contracted weight, number of rounds and size of gloves for the exhibition are yet to be confirmed.
Paul wore bigger 14oz gloves and contested shorter rounds against Tyson, given the former world champion's age.
There are striking similarities to when Paul's older brother, Logan, fought Floyd Mayweather in 2021.
Mayweather, an undefeated five-weight world champion, was 35lbs lighter and six inches shorter than his opponent during that exhibition.
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Jake Paul will take on WBA lightweight champion Gervonta Davis in an exhibition fight in Atlanta, Georgia on 14 November.
Davis' title will not be on the line because of the huge gulf in weight between the two men.
Paul weighed 200lbs for his last bout with Davis currently campaigning at 135lb.
YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul found fame on the Disney Channel and then as an influencer before stepping into the world of boxing and has a record of 12 wins and one defeat as a professional.
"Yes, he is one of the top pound-for-pound boxers in the world, but my motto is anyone, any time, any place, against all odds," Paul wrote on X, external.
Paul added "first David, then Goliath" in what could be seen as a reference to reports he was in talks over a fight with British heavyweight Anthony Joshua.
Matchroom's Eddie Hearn, who promotes Joshua, recently told BBC Sport that Paul could likely be next for the two-time heavyweight champion when he returns from injury in 2026.
American Davis is undefeated in 31 fights as a professional, winning 30 and drawing one, with 28 of his victories coming by knockout.
Paul beat 39-year-old former world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr by unanimous decision in his last fight.
The 28-year-old earned a decision victory against 58-year-old Mike Tyson in November.
Davis retained his WBA lightweight title in his last contest after fighting to a draw against Lamont Roach Jr in March.
In January, Davis was ranked number eight in the pound-for-pound rankings.
Paul has been on a mission to try and convince the boxing fraternity of his ability since making his professional debut in 2020.
After beating a YouTuber, a former NBA player and three former UFC fighters, Paul fell to his first defeat at the hands of Tommy Fury in 2023.
But with a disparity of around 65lbs between Paul and Davis in their last fights this bout will do little for either fighter's reputation.
There is also a significant height difference with Paul standing at 6ft 1in compared to the 5ft 5in 'Tank', while Davis will be giving up nine inches in reach.
The contracted weight, number of rounds and size of gloves for the exhibition are yet to be confirmed.
Paul wore bigger 14oz gloves and contested shorter rounds against Tyson, given the former world champion's age.
There are striking similarities to when Paul's older brother, Logan, fought Floyd Mayweather in 2021.
Mayweather, an undefeated five-weight world champion, was 35lbs lighter and six inches shorter than his opponent during that exhibition.
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Conlan delivers emphatic win against Bateson
Michael Conlan roared "I'm back" as he stopped Jack Bateson in the fourth round at Dublin's 3Arena on Friday.
The 33-year-old Belfast man delivered a stunning right hand to drop and ultimately stop the Yorkshireman with 10 seconds remaining in the round to claim the vacant WBC International featherweight title and improve to 20-3.
Conlan was in the second fight of a comeback following back-to-back defeats in 2023 and was much improved from March's return against Asad Asif Khan.
Bateson seemed to be asking a few questions in the early rounds but despite appearing untroubled by a flash knockdown in the third, there was no coming back from the finish as the 31-year-old's record slipped to 20-2-1.
"It was everything we worked on in training camp," Conlan told Channel 5 after his win.
"I've got to thank (coach) Grant Smith from the bottom of my heart. He brought me into that gym (in Sheffield), made me part of the family and I feel at home. He's a master technician as a coach and everything we worked on, everything he said, played out and the finish came with it.
"I am back and next time I want to go big."
Conlan, fighting in Dublin for the first time as a professional, exhibited some of the silky switch-hitting skills early on which were a feature of his former amateur bouts in the city 10 years previous.
Still, Bateson appeared to have settled in the hostile surroundings, not getting drawn in and using his feet to stay mostly out of danger and although he took a flush right, the Leeds man landed with one of his own.
It was a cagey second with Conlan seeking to draw a mistake from Bateson, crouching and shooting downstairs, but the visitor was disciplined and was not taking the early bait, his footwork making him difficult to pin down.
However, Conlan made something of a breakthrough in the third as Bateson was forced to take a count when his gloves grazed the canvas. It seemed to stem more from a tangle of legs, but a short right hand also landed in the process.
There was no disputing the knockdown in the fourth as Conlan's crisp jab unlocked the door, opening a gap he exploited with a huge right hook that dropped Bateson heavily. Although the visitor managed to get to his feet, the fight was waved off.
"It's very special," Conlan said of his emphatic win.
"To come back to Dublin finally, after almost 10 years for my first pro fight here, I'm very proud. It's a very special night."
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Michael Conlan roared "I'm back" as he stopped Jack Bateson in the fourth round at Dublin's 3Arena on Friday.
The 33-year-old Belfast man delivered a stunning right hand to drop and ultimately stop the Yorkshireman with 10 seconds remaining in the round to claim the vacant WBC International featherweight title and improve to 20-3.
Conlan was in the second fight of a comeback following back-to-back defeats in 2023 and was much improved from March's return against Asad Asif Khan.
Bateson seemed to be asking a few questions in the early rounds but despite appearing untroubled by a flash knockdown in the third, there was no coming back from the finish as the 31-year-old's record slipped to 20-2-1.
"It was everything we worked on in training camp," Conlan told Channel 5 after his win.
"I've got to thank (coach) Grant Smith from the bottom of my heart. He brought me into that gym (in Sheffield), made me part of the family and I feel at home. He's a master technician as a coach and everything we worked on, everything he said, played out and the finish came with it.
"I am back and next time I want to go big."
Conlan, fighting in Dublin for the first time as a professional, exhibited some of the silky switch-hitting skills early on which were a feature of his former amateur bouts in the city 10 years previous.
Still, Bateson appeared to have settled in the hostile surroundings, not getting drawn in and using his feet to stay mostly out of danger and although he took a flush right, the Leeds man landed with one of his own.
It was a cagey second with Conlan seeking to draw a mistake from Bateson, crouching and shooting downstairs, but the visitor was disciplined and was not taking the early bait, his footwork making him difficult to pin down.
However, Conlan made something of a breakthrough in the third as Bateson was forced to take a count when his gloves grazed the canvas. It seemed to stem more from a tangle of legs, but a short right hand also landed in the process.
There was no disputing the knockdown in the fourth as Conlan's crisp jab unlocked the door, opening a gap he exploited with a huge right hook that dropped Bateson heavily. Although the visitor managed to get to his feet, the fight was waved off.
"It's very special," Conlan said of his emphatic win.
"To come back to Dublin finally, after almost 10 years for my first pro fight here, I'm very proud. It's a very special night."
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Ripped Crawford jeered at Vegas weigh-in
A shredded Terence Crawford was booed relentlessly by Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez's fans as a Mexican crowd made the home fighter feel as if he had walked straight into the lion's den at Friday's weigh-in in Las Vegas.
Crawford - jumping up two divisions - weighed the same as the defending champion.
Mexican Alvarez, 35, will defend his WBA (Super), WBC, IBF and WBO titles at the Allegiant Stadium.
Unbeaten Crawford is aiming to become the first male three-division undisputed champion in the modern era. He came in just half a pound under the 12st (75kg) limit.
The 37-year-old Nebraska native looked in incredible shape, with defined abs showing despite the extra weight.
The official weigh-in was held behind closed doors at the Fontainebleau on Friday morning.
But several thousands of fans packed in the T-Mobile Arena later for the ceremonial weigh-in, which felt like a full-blown victory parade with a carnival of Mexican flags, football kits and chanting.
Crawford looked composed and undeterred, smiling amid the jeers.
"I feel wonderful. I can't wait until tomorrow," he said before blowing kisses to the crowd.
Crawford in shape, but legend Lewis fires warning
Alvarez fans congregated outside the arena hours before the fighters even appeared.
Every time Crawford's name was read, or his face flashed on the big screen, it was drowned beneath a tidal wave of boos.
When the fighters stood next to each other there appeared little difference in size or height.
Crawford first became world champion at lightweight before unifying the light-welterweight and welterweight divisions.
Thirteen months ago, he moved up to light-middleweight and beat Israil Madrimov in arguably his closest contest yet.
Alvarez, who turned professional at just 15 in 2005, has a record of 63 wins, two defeats and two draws. Saturday marks his 21st fight in Las Vegas.
His experience at super-middleweight could prove decisive. Neither fighter has been dropped as a professional, but Alvarez's natural power at 12st may push Crawford into uncharted territory.
"I trained for everything. I get back to basics. I need to put everything in this fight," Canelo said.
British legend Lennox Lewis warned Crawford about the dangers of stepping up in weight.
"It's not really easy coming up in weight. You get hit hard and sometimes it can affect you," Lewis told BBC Sport.
"What Crawford has to realise is not to get hit to save his energy. He's coming up against a guy who can hit hard.
"To absorb those punches takes the energy out of you."
Crawford's sweet spot - pancakes, pounds and potential upset?
Jumping up in weight has, historically, left challengers vulnerable against naturally bigger champions.
Yet in Las Vegas this week, many pundits and fighters are tipping Crawford to win - a testament to his adaptability and ring IQ.
Crawford looks toned and muscular - not having put on weight at the expense of his athleticism - but whether he can carry the same speed, timing and precision into the ring remains the question.
He says the extra pounds have been a blessing rather than a burden.
"It's been different because I don't have to worry about anything - the weight room, strength and conditioning, when I'm eating and things like that. I'm as happy as could be," he told BBC Sport on Tuesday.
The freedom has even extended to breakfast.
"I woke up and ate pancakes this morning. I would never have been able to eat pancakes before," he said.
If Crawford can dethrone Alvarez in Nevada, it won't just be another indulgence. It will be the syrup on top of a career already dripping with greatness.
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A shredded Terence Crawford was booed relentlessly by Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez's fans as a Mexican crowd made the home fighter feel as if he had walked straight into the lion's den at Friday's weigh-in in Las Vegas.
Crawford - jumping up two divisions - weighed the same as the defending champion.
Mexican Alvarez, 35, will defend his WBA (Super), WBC, IBF and WBO titles at the Allegiant Stadium.
Unbeaten Crawford is aiming to become the first male three-division undisputed champion in the modern era. He came in just half a pound under the 12st (75kg) limit.
The 37-year-old Nebraska native looked in incredible shape, with defined abs showing despite the extra weight.
The official weigh-in was held behind closed doors at the Fontainebleau on Friday morning.
But several thousands of fans packed in the T-Mobile Arena later for the ceremonial weigh-in, which felt like a full-blown victory parade with a carnival of Mexican flags, football kits and chanting.
Crawford looked composed and undeterred, smiling amid the jeers.
"I feel wonderful. I can't wait until tomorrow," he said before blowing kisses to the crowd.
Crawford in shape, but legend Lewis fires warning
Alvarez fans congregated outside the arena hours before the fighters even appeared.
Every time Crawford's name was read, or his face flashed on the big screen, it was drowned beneath a tidal wave of boos.
When the fighters stood next to each other there appeared little difference in size or height.
Crawford first became world champion at lightweight before unifying the light-welterweight and welterweight divisions.
Thirteen months ago, he moved up to light-middleweight and beat Israil Madrimov in arguably his closest contest yet.
Alvarez, who turned professional at just 15 in 2005, has a record of 63 wins, two defeats and two draws. Saturday marks his 21st fight in Las Vegas.
His experience at super-middleweight could prove decisive. Neither fighter has been dropped as a professional, but Alvarez's natural power at 12st may push Crawford into uncharted territory.
"I trained for everything. I get back to basics. I need to put everything in this fight," Canelo said.
British legend Lennox Lewis warned Crawford about the dangers of stepping up in weight.
"It's not really easy coming up in weight. You get hit hard and sometimes it can affect you," Lewis told BBC Sport.
"What Crawford has to realise is not to get hit to save his energy. He's coming up against a guy who can hit hard.
"To absorb those punches takes the energy out of you."
Crawford's sweet spot - pancakes, pounds and potential upset?
Jumping up in weight has, historically, left challengers vulnerable against naturally bigger champions.
Yet in Las Vegas this week, many pundits and fighters are tipping Crawford to win - a testament to his adaptability and ring IQ.
Crawford looks toned and muscular - not having put on weight at the expense of his athleticism - but whether he can carry the same speed, timing and precision into the ring remains the question.
He says the extra pounds have been a blessing rather than a burden.
"It's been different because I don't have to worry about anything - the weight room, strength and conditioning, when I'm eating and things like that. I'm as happy as could be," he told BBC Sport on Tuesday.
The freedom has even extended to breakfast.
"I woke up and ate pancakes this morning. I would never have been able to eat pancakes before," he said.
If Crawford can dethrone Alvarez in Nevada, it won't just be another indulgence. It will be the syrup on top of a career already dripping with greatness.
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Canelo/Crawford,
Both weigh the same at 167.5 lb, Canelo looked dry and Crawford had completely hydrated with his meals etc
By fight night Canelo would have rehydrated properly and gained another 15lb at least.
You could argue that Bud is a few pounds lighter on fight night because he has peaked in terms of the weight, but my gut is telling me there wont be a monumental weight disparity between the two.
In short, I don’t necessarily think weight will be a massive factor unless Bud gets caught flush like Amir Khan, but how often does Bud ever get caught clean? Bud is a decent wrestler to & I don’t envision him being rag dolled in the pocket or pushed against the ropes.
This is a genuine super-fight between two elite fighters, and I feel it will come down to who you think is the superior boxer, it’s chess match; and when you consider Boxing abilities, as good as Canelo is, I have to go with Bud for his higher ring IQ and adaptability.
Assuming all is fair with the judges, Bud is likely to be out-boxing Canelo who struggles with fighters who are quick, use angles, reset and give themselves space.
Unless Canelo lands a hail mary, I expect Crawford to win a dominant points decision or win by TKO.
If Canelo does win, people need to give him credit because he’s risking everything for this fight.
Both weigh the same at 167.5 lb, Canelo looked dry and Crawford had completely hydrated with his meals etc
By fight night Canelo would have rehydrated properly and gained another 15lb at least.
You could argue that Bud is a few pounds lighter on fight night because he has peaked in terms of the weight, but my gut is telling me there wont be a monumental weight disparity between the two.
In short, I don’t necessarily think weight will be a massive factor unless Bud gets caught flush like Amir Khan, but how often does Bud ever get caught clean? Bud is a decent wrestler to & I don’t envision him being rag dolled in the pocket or pushed against the ropes.
This is a genuine super-fight between two elite fighters, and I feel it will come down to who you think is the superior boxer, it’s chess match; and when you consider Boxing abilities, as good as Canelo is, I have to go with Bud for his higher ring IQ and adaptability.
Assuming all is fair with the judges, Bud is likely to be out-boxing Canelo who struggles with fighters who are quick, use angles, reset and give themselves space.
Unless Canelo lands a hail mary, I expect Crawford to win a dominant points decision or win by TKO.
If Canelo does win, people need to give him credit because he’s risking everything for this fight.
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i love bud but dont see how canelo gets bullied here, and canelo is far too wily to take bud lighlty and fall behind on points. if it goes to points canelo is getting it, bud would have to win by 3 or 4 points at least to get judges points. hope the fight is as good as the build up, great to see kellerman back in boxing too. brillaint to see it on netflix too, anyone have any idea when the main fight gonna be, dont wanna stay up for it, will pbly set an alarm for it.
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History-maker Crawford stuns Canelo in Vegas
History-maker Terence Crawford stunned Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez on points in Las Vegas, becoming the first male fighter in the modern era to hold undisputed titles in three weight divisions.
In front of 70,000 fiercely pro-Alvarez fans at Allegiant Stadium, Crawford - jumping up two weight divisions - delivered a masterclass, underlining his status as boxing's pound-for-pound star.
The unbeaten 37-year-old from Ohio showcased his full arsenal of skill, defence, power and timing, leaving Alvarez, 35, clinging on at the final bell and silencing the partisan crowd.
Despite the judges scoring it tighter than expected - 116-112, 115-113, 115-113 - the verdict capped off a defining performance, on the grandest stage, that will be remembered long in the sport's history.
"I'm not here by coincidence," said Crawford, draped in the WBA (Super), WBC, WBO and IBF super-middleweight titles.
Despite the victory, the Omaha fighter did not rule out retiring after his 42nd straight professional win.
"I don't know, I've got to sit down with my team and we'll talk about it," he added.
Fighting on Mexican Independence Day weekend, Alvarez - who loses for the third time in his 68th bout - had his status, pride and the hopes of a nation on the line, but came up against a generational great.
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History-maker Terence Crawford stunned Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez on points in Las Vegas, becoming the first male fighter in the modern era to hold undisputed titles in three weight divisions.
In front of 70,000 fiercely pro-Alvarez fans at Allegiant Stadium, Crawford - jumping up two weight divisions - delivered a masterclass, underlining his status as boxing's pound-for-pound star.
The unbeaten 37-year-old from Ohio showcased his full arsenal of skill, defence, power and timing, leaving Alvarez, 35, clinging on at the final bell and silencing the partisan crowd.
Despite the judges scoring it tighter than expected - 116-112, 115-113, 115-113 - the verdict capped off a defining performance, on the grandest stage, that will be remembered long in the sport's history.
"I'm not here by coincidence," said Crawford, draped in the WBA (Super), WBC, WBO and IBF super-middleweight titles.
Despite the victory, the Omaha fighter did not rule out retiring after his 42nd straight professional win.
"I don't know, I've got to sit down with my team and we'll talk about it," he added.
Fighting on Mexican Independence Day weekend, Alvarez - who loses for the third time in his 68th bout - had his status, pride and the hopes of a nation on the line, but came up against a generational great.
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i thought bud won that by 7 or 8 rounds, which is just as well because i knew canelo would get 3 or 4 rounds at least. crawford the skinny terminator is just relentless, he looked like he could have gone another 3 rounds in there, absolute athletic specimen. canelo just could rock bud, and couldnt build up attritonal damage with the body shots either, buds conditioning out of the this world, and the extra muscle on the smaller natural frame seems to have played into buds favour here. great fight, and great to see canelo magnanimous in defeat. i think bud might get persuraded for 3 or 4 more fights, which i suspect might include a canelo rematch, given hes now the money man of the division.
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Ricky Hatton found dead at home as police issue statement
Boxer Ricky Hatton has been found dead at his home. A police cordon is in place at his home on Bowlacre Road in Gee Cross, Hyde in Greater Manchester.
Greater Manchester Police has confirmed that a body has been found and said that the death is not being treated as suspicious. The Stockport-born fighter was 46 years old. Ricky, who would have turned 47 in October, had spoken openly about his struggles with mental health and drug addiction, as reported by the MEN.
He made several attempts to take his own life and overcame an fall out with his family who he made up with after addressing his own mental health.
During his boxing career, the Manchester City fan held multiple world championships, as well as UK titles, and was named Fighter of the Year in 2015.
He was due to return to the ring with a fight planned in December.
A GMP spokesperson said: "We can confirm that we have found a body at an address on Bowlacre Road in Gee Cross at 6.45am today, Sunday, September 14.
"The death is not being treated as suspicious."
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Boxer Ricky Hatton has been found dead at his home. A police cordon is in place at his home on Bowlacre Road in Gee Cross, Hyde in Greater Manchester.
Greater Manchester Police has confirmed that a body has been found and said that the death is not being treated as suspicious. The Stockport-born fighter was 46 years old. Ricky, who would have turned 47 in October, had spoken openly about his struggles with mental health and drug addiction, as reported by the MEN.
He made several attempts to take his own life and overcame an fall out with his family who he made up with after addressing his own mental health.
During his boxing career, the Manchester City fan held multiple world championships, as well as UK titles, and was named Fighter of the Year in 2015.
He was due to return to the ring with a fight planned in December.
A GMP spokesperson said: "We can confirm that we have found a body at an address on Bowlacre Road in Gee Cross at 6.45am today, Sunday, September 14.
"The death is not being treated as suspicious."
Ricky Hatton found dead at home as police issue statement
A police cordon is in place outside the boxer's home
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He didn’t need a 22x22 ring.
He didn’t need a rehydration clause.
He didn’t need a catch-weight.
Bud would have beaten the 4 kings.
Simply the greatest fighter of his era.
It’s about time he’s given his respect.
Absolutely dominated Canelo who I gave about three rounds, you could argue Bud won all 12, truly astonishing moving up two divisions in the way and he only had one fight at 154 and none at 160.
This is the greatest win in Boxing from the last 30-50 years.
He didn’t need a 22x22 ring.
He didn’t need a rehydration clause.
He didn’t need a catch-weight.
Bud would have beaten the 4 kings.
Simply the greatest fighter of his era.
It’s about time he’s given his respect.
Absolutely dominated Canelo who I gave about three rounds, you could argue Bud won all 12, truly astonishing moving up two divisions in the way and he only had one fight at 154 and none at 160.
This is the greatest win in Boxing from the last 30-50 years.
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Am not the biggest fan of the saudis, but what is it with these hypocrites booing Turki, without this man, we would never get to see these fights. Turki had to pay Canelo with his arm & leg to take on the risk, Bud took the fight for peanuts, he has been chasing greatness his entire career, not his fault fighters always tried to avoid him, Bud left Bob Arum just to make the Spence fight, he’s a throwback and up their with the best in history.
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Fighters who I genuinely want to see do well make me anxious during the fight (Amir Khan was excellent at that but his Canelo Ghost has been vanquished last night 
), but I was never made to feel that because of how good Bud is. I was more nervous about the judges, not entirely happy with the scoring as I had it 117-111 but I will take that, Bud had to look like he could possibly win all 12 rounds to get the decision.
), but I was never made to feel that because of how good Bud is. I was more nervous about the judges, not entirely happy with the scoring as I had it 117-111 but I will take that, Bud had to look like he could possibly win all 12 rounds to get the decision.
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Bud should never have dropped from his no.1 P4P spot, Usyk beat fighters in a division in transition and even the fights with Fury were close. Each time Bud has had to face an elite P4P fighter, he has absolutely dominated them, who else has done that this century? Floyd against a Manny carrying a shoulder injury and that was just the one fight, Bud has beaten elite fighters at their absolute best.
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How was Bud going to carry so much weight deep into the fight ? His supreme conditioning helped but he was controlling the pace of the fight all night, that just takes the stuffing out of your opponent & Bud was fresh going into the 12th, Canelo was winded in the second half and by the 8th it looked like he had enough, he doesn’t seem keen on chasing a rematch either; Bud earned his respect and he knew he got dominated / who the superior Boxer is between the two.
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Very sad news.
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Good fighter at his peak.
Deepest condolences to his loved ones
Ricky Hatton, former boxing world champion, dies aged 46
Hatton, known throughout his career as the Hitman, was one of the best known British fighters of his generation
Good fighter at his peak.
Deepest condolences to his loved ones
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also love the the way bud carries himself, never chased anyone, never played the fool, never got involved in personal spats, kept grinding, and kept believing. i hope he doesnt retire, as he said, in boxing terms he isnt that old, i believe 260 professional rounds, with the phsysical condition he is in, he could go to a more conservative, less exhausting style of boxing and still beat pbly anyone else. im pretty sure turki is thinking of who fights sheeraz next, but bud would be technically and physically a whole different level to canelo it seems.
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sad news, was a legend.Very sad news.
Ricky Hatton, former boxing world champion, dies aged 46
Hatton, known throughout his career as the Hitman, was one of the best known British fighters of his generation
Good fighter at his peak.
Deepest condolences to his loved ones
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Unless there’s a payday out there which he can’t refuse, I’d like to see him retire, the reason being, he chased everyone for so many years, during his absolute peak he was done dirty by promoters & opponents alike. Now he’s the A side and biggest name in the game, and the form to back him up to; why should he give any of these guys a shake now, after being forced into the dark for so long. Andre Ward was in a similar position & decided to retire as the best in the world. On the flip side, Bud may feel like he should take all the oppourtunities that he wasn’t previously given, but at the same time, he has never been about the money so hopefully makes the right choice, trick question is this, what challenges are there which can add to his legacy?
At 168 lb, he just beat the best & arguably the biggest name in the sport. For the semantics, he could clean up 154 lb but there’s nobody big enough fighting to create another super-fight. And it would be suicide to go north of 168 lb.
There really is nothing for him to prove after this and I can’t see a fight which is genuinely appealing in the same way.
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Absolutely devastated to hear about Ricky, on a day which is supposed to be a celebration for the sport of Boxing, we are given some seriously devastating news.
Just this weekend we witnessed disgusting protests which do little to ‘unite’ the kingdom, but Ricky Hatton bought people from all backgrounds and creeds together, he unified the country through boxing & truthfully, there will always be only one Ricky Hatton.
Carried the sport in the UK in the 2000’s & inspired some big names to pick up the gloves up north, was a big part of some events involving some huge names & at his best he was a credible P4P fighter in his own right.
Just this weekend we witnessed disgusting protests which do little to ‘unite’ the kingdom, but Ricky Hatton bought people from all backgrounds and creeds together, he unified the country through boxing & truthfully, there will always be only one Ricky Hatton.
Carried the sport in the UK in the 2000’s & inspired some big names to pick up the gloves up north, was a big part of some events involving some huge names & at his best he was a credible P4P fighter in his own right.
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It was indeed a dominant and clinical performance from Bud, which wasnt a surprise to me as Canelo hasnt been in a war for years. Bud has power in both hands, while happy for a tear up, his ring IQ is on another level. He knows when to counter, when to move, when to slow or speed up . Great fighter, love to see him fight again.
Ricky Hatton's death is a big shock, he was still so young. I feel for his family and its a sad week for British boxing fans. A man who was so kind and open to all, so inspirational dies alone having problems. It shows nobody really cares when you are down. Big loss for UK boxing.
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Bud is the most complete Boxer I’ve ever seen in my time, it’s a damn shame how he was used by Top Rank wasting his youth, you could see Bud had a genuine moment with Turki at the end, all he ever wanted was the litmus test for his legacy, he cut all ties & took peanuts to fight Spence as well. Turki with The Ring as well has been doing an amazing job for Boxing. Offensively & defensively Bud has everything, even if someone wants to make a case for Floyd, he was never truly box-office in the ring, all the casuals tuned in wanting to see him get beat due to his personality, otherwise he didn’t have a crowd pleasing style.
Huge loss to the sport, it’s sad right when the most genuine people go this way while evil satans live forever, Ricky should have been around family & friends during his struggles and kept in view; don’t want to make it a race thing but a lot of these Goreh don’t respect their parents or elderly, someone famous like him probably got exploited a lot; every time Ricky is going through something, he seeks salvation in the ring, past his peak years and having abused substance, your body is not going to respond well; we are very lucky we have Islam, because we bow before the lord during hardship, these guys got no where else to go.
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Spot on bro, the tragic death of Ricky is a reminder to us all , life is so short and even a bigger reminder we are lucky to have faith and people around us. A man who did so much for all people from all communities, spoke with decency and kindness is found all alone dead with nobody around him caring for him when they know he was struggling. I will watch a re run of his classic fights tonight.
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