WBC announces list of mandatory challengers
The 54th WBC convention has concluded in Florida and one order of business was to sort out the mandates for who will fight who in the coming months.
read moreRussell-Escandon likely paired with Broner-Granados Feb. 11
Gary Russell Jr.’s mandatory title defense against Oscar Escandon will likely serve as the Showtime co-feature to Adrien Broner’s fight with Adrian Granados on Feb. 11.
read moreIf Haymon wins purse bid, GGG-Jacobs goes to regular Showtime
Showtime boxing head Stephen Espinoza said he would target GGG vs. Danny Jacobs for regular Showtime and not on pay-per-view if Al Haymon wins the purse bid Monday.
read moreGolden Boy signs female standout Marlen Esparza
Marlen Esparza, a former 2012 U.S. Olympic bronze medalist, signed with Golden Boy Promotions, becoming the first female boxer to contract with the company.
read moreNew health insurance policy finally available for boxing in NY
A health insurance policy was approved for boxing events in New York, allowing a Jan. 14 card at Barclays Center to likely go forward. However, the policy is viewed as flawed.
read moreJoshua vs. Klitschko: The Bromance We Need
Heavyweight buddies Anthony Joshua and Wladimir Klitschko are replacing the habitual pre-fight angst with pleasantries and respect ahead of their unification showdown.
read moreKnockout CP Freshmart decisions Shin Ono in 105-pound title defense
On Wednesday, Knockout CP Freshmart successfully defended his WBA 105-pound title against Shin Ono in Thailand.
read morePaul Malignaggi views the sunset of his career
Though former two-division titlist and Showtime color commentator Paul Malignaggi sees an end in sight for his career, he still has options for his exit.
read moreRING Ratings Update: Charlo’s win highlights a busy weekend
A lot of action took place this past weekend, including wins by Jermall Charlo, Terence Crawford and Anthony Joshua, but the consequences were limited.
read moreOleksandr Usyk wants to face Anthony Joshua one day
Oleksandr Usyk, who makes his U.S. and HBO debut Saturday, wants to unify the cruiserweight division and then jump to heavyweight and face Anthony Joshua.
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