Hollywood actor Carl Weathers, best known for his role as Apollo Creed in the Rocky franchise, has passed away. The Sporting News looks back on the life and career of the iconic action star.
Tom Gray
Boxing is the ultimate one-on-one sport, but the brain trust behind Team Combat League is looking to change that perception. The Sporting News spoke to the President of Team Combat League about this exciting new format.
Ryan Garcia has plenty of talent and plenty of ambition. However, how seriously can we take his statement regarding a superfight against Japanese multi-weight king Naoya Inoue in the future?
They competed multiple times in the amateur ranks, but Devin Haney and Ryan Garcia seem destined to go at it again as professionals. The Sporting News takes a look at this potential 140-pound superfight.
Shakur Stevenson is one of the finest pure boxers in the world today. However, the super-skilled American southpaw is losing patience with the sport's politics and shocked fans by announcing his retirement online.
Thirty years ago, Frankie Randall faced an 89-0-1 Julio Cesar Chavez, but there was more against him than just a legendary opponent. The Sporting News looks back at one of boxing history's biggest upsets.
While Jaime Munguia looked terrific in dispatching John Ryder and deserves a shot at undisputed champion Canelo Alvarez, that doesn't mean he's going to get it. The Sporting News looks at all the reasons why this fight is unlikely to happen next.
Jaime Munguia scores a statement win over former two-time world title challenger John Ryder, decking the Englishman multiple times en route to a stoppage. Could Canelo be next?
Heavyweight champ Tyson Fury is known for being as effective with mind games as he is with his fists. Will The Gypsy King's notorious psychological warfare affect Oleksandr Usyk ahead of their undisputed heavyweight title fight?
Kenshiro Teraji was far from his vintage best against gutsy Venezuelan challenger Carlos Canizales, but the Japanese fighter secured a close points triumph before his adoring home support.
Tyson Fury seemed to make the perfect choice when he employed Jai Opetaia as a sparring partner ahead of the Oleksandr Usyk showdown. However, their union was all over after five rounds and speculation has been rife about what may have caused the sudden ending.
Tenshin Nasukawa was ridiculed following a swift defeat to Floyd Mayweather in an ill-fated 2018 exhibition match. However, the Japanese star recently entered the professional ranks and he's showing potential.
Kenshiro Teraji isn't called 'The Amazing Boy' for nothing. The Japanese boxer-puncher is 14-1 in light flyweight world title fights and may soon infiltrate the flyweight division.
Kenshiro Teraji, 'The Amazing Boy', returns to the ring for what will be the Japanese star's fifteenth world title fight. What chance does Carlos Canizales have of upsetting the unified champ?
Natasha Jonas retains the IBF welterweight title following a brutal war with American star Mikaela Mayer in Liverpool. The Sporting News provides a full fight report as well as undercard results.
Kenshiro Teraji wants the best opponents and more world title belts in 2024. The Sporting News spoke to the Japanese star who is poised to take on tough contender Carlos Canizales on January 23.
Unified light flyweight champion Kenshiro Teraji has already achieved greatness, but the Japanese warrior still has dragons to slay and critics to silence.
Devin Haney and Gervonta Davis are young, unbeaten world champions with a growing rivalry. When will they settle matters in the ring?
Two-weight world champion Natasha Jonas has been on a remarkable run over the past 18 months and looks to extend it at the expense of former unified super featherweight titleholder Mikaela Mayer.
Some of us thought Artur Beterbiev had seen better days. However, all it took was 19 minutes of action to convince any detractors that the unified champion remains as lethal as ever.
The world title fight between reigning unified light heavyweight champ Artur Beterbiev and challenger Callum Smith was a new subplot. The Sporting News looks into Beterbiev's atypical test result, what it means, and what is doesn't mean.
Former heavyweight champion Joe Frazier is inextricably linked to the life and legacy of arch-rival Muhammad Ali. However, the legendary left hooker has a very special legacy of his own.
After Ohara Davies blamed air conditioning for his first-round stoppage at the hands of Ismael Barroso, here are some other notable excuses boxers have given after defeats.
Naoya Inoue reigns supreme at 122 pounds, but there's no shortage of challengers at super bantamweight, and 'The Monster' might finally get to tangle with an old foe.
Devin Haney is one of the best fighters in the world today, but after just one win at 140 pounds, options are already looking limited in this weight class. Is welterweight next for 'The Dream'?
A boxer can lose a fight due to eye problems and, if serious enough, they can also lose their careers. Former welterweight champ Errol Spence Jr. has had a cross to bare when it comes to his eyesight.
Going up against Artur Beterbiev is one of the most daunting tasks in world boxing. If you have any doubts about that, then we'll just let the statistics speak for themselves.
Artur Beterbiev is heavily favoured to score his 20th straight knockout triumph, but Callum Smith may have the tools to shock boxing's ultimate knockout artist.
The controversy surrounding Vergil Ortiz Jr's first-round stoppage win over Fredrick Lawson has gone to a completely different level.
Heavyweight Jarrell 'Big Baby' Miller is best known for abusing performance-enhancing drugs, and now it's alleged that he's added carjacking and burglary with assault to his list of accolades.
What Terence Crawford and Naoya Inoue accomplished in 2023 was extraordinary, but don't make the mistake of believing they were the first male fighters to become double undisputed world champions.
Double undisputed champions Terence Crawford and Naoya Inoue were brilliant in 2023 and added to their Hall of Fame legacies. However, only one of them could top boxing's pound-for-pound list.
Fight of the Year, Knockout of the Year, Trainer of the Year and Upset of the Year. The Sporting News celebrates the best moments in boxing from the electric showdown between O'Shaquie 'Shock' Foster and Rocky Hernandez, to Adrian Curiel's one-punch stunner against Sivenathi Nontshinga.
Naoya Inoue is a huge favourite to become a double undisputed champion when he faces Marlon Tapales on December 26. That being the case, The Sporting News looks at five fantasy matchups that could test the formidable skills of The Monster.
Despite his class and world championship credentials, Marlon Tapales is a huge underdog in his undisputed super bantamweight title clash against Naoya Inoue. The Sporting News assesses this eagerly anticipated Boxing Day matchup.
While they can never face off in the ring due to the difference in weight, the battle for pound-for-pound continues between boxing superstars Terence Crawford and Naoya Inoue.
Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou has already shaken the hell out of one elite-level heavyweight. What is he capable of doing for an encore?
Former two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua wanted to stay active in 2023 and dutifully posted his third win of the year by scoring a convincing fifth-round TKO over Otto Wallin on Saturday.
Dmitry Bivol won a shutout 12-round decision over Lyndon Arthur to retain his WBA light heavyweight title. Bivol dropped the Englishman in the 11th and is in line to face the winner of Artur Beterbiev vs. Callum Smith next year.
Naoya Inoue is on the verge of making yet more boxing history when he takes on Filipino lefty Marlon Tapales in Tokyo on December 26.
In two cruiserweight championship bouts, Jai Opetaia has taken his reputation to new heights. The Australian star is now gearing up for a Ring Magazine title defence against unbeaten British star Ellis Zorro in Riyadh.
Joseph Parker previews his showdown versus Deontay Wilder on the Day of Reckoning heavyweight megacard.
Swedish lefty Otto Wallin is in the role of stepping stone according to most experts, but the 33-year-old is in Riyadh to win and his ultimate goal is become heavyweight champion of the world.
Deontay Wilder wants to knock Joseph Parker out of the ring on the Day of Reckoning heavyweight megacard.
Antony Joshua discusses his exit plan and previews his upcoming bout against Otto Wallin, on the Day of Reckoning heavyweight megacard.
Anthony Joshua has taken on the vast majority of this era's top heavyweights. However, while a 2019 bout with Jarrell 'Big Baby' Miller was scheduled, it fell apart amid controversy and scandal.
In their May 2022 clash, Dmitry Bivol proved to be Canelo's master when he earned a 12-round unanimous decision over the Mexican star in Las Vegas. Will we ever see a rematch?
In 22 months, Bam Rodriguez has won two world titles at flyweight and one at super flyweight. He has also taken down Carlos Cuadras, Srisaket Sor Rungvisai, and Sunny Edwards. The pound-for-pound list is calling for the amiable Texan.
It was an excellent build-up and an excellent fight. Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez made his point with a terrific win over Sunny Edwards to unify the IBF and WBO flyweight titles.
Founded in 1986, Showtime Boxing produced some of the greatest fights in the sport's history. The Sporting News looks back on five unforgettable world title bouts.
The best of the best face off at flyweight on Saturday when Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez meets fellow world titleholder Sunny Edwards. Will the winner emerge as one of the finest pound-for-pound fighters in the world?
While Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez is unquestionably the biggest test of Sunny Edwards' career to date, the Englishman's fighting style is poison for even the very best.
Chris Billam-Smith makes a successful first defence of his WBO cruiserweight title and pledges to unify the division or clash with old foe Richard Riakporhe.
Devin Haney was favored to beat Regis Prograis and become a two-weight world champion. However, The Dream's incredible performance level is what everyone is talking about in the aftermath.
Robeisy Ramirez was expected to swat lanky challenger Rafael Espinoza aside and move on to bigger things. Instead, the former amateur star suffered the second loss of his professional career.
Devin Haney is now a two-division world champion and is solidified as one of the top pound-for-pound fighters in the world following a career-best performance against Regis Prograis.
Devin Haney easily defeats Regis Prograis, who was reduced to chasing shadows at the Chase Center in San Francisco. "The Dream" turned in the finest performance of his career to date and is now a two-weight world champion.
The recent announcement that Showtime Championship Boxing was coming to an end meant uncertain times ahead for PBC's roster of fighters. Less than two months on, Prime Video has stepped in to save the day.
Will the stars align for a duel between double Olympic champ and reigning WBO featherweight titleholder Robeisy Ramirez and pound-for-pound stalwart Naoya Inoue? The Sporting News takes a deep dive into this potential showdown.
Two elite-level fighters square off for the WBC super lightweight title in what many perceive as a 50-50 fight. However, before the opening bell, the champion is playing second fiddle to the challenger.
There was plenty to like in Ryan Garcia's comeback win over Oscar Duarte, but the hotshot Californian needs to dump one defensive technique ASAP.
Boxing superstar Ryan Garcia has been playing musical chairs with trainers for the past two years. Will the young hot California hotshot come good under the guidance of Derrick James?
Talented boxer-puncher Ryan Garcia was last seen under the wheels of "Tank" Davis. The young Californian now looks to get back to winning ways against Oscar Duarte in Houston.
Katie Taylor entered the ring with the best resume in women's boxing. She exited the ring with an even better one and another undisputed championship.
Katie Taylor came into the rematch with Chantelle Cameron with a new attitude, a new game plan, and she's the new undisputed super lightweight champion of the world.
For the first time in her career, Katie Taylor entered the ring as the underdog. She exited the ring as a two-weight undisputed world champion after scoring a hard-fought 10-round majority decision over Chantelle Cameron.
Two world-world class fighters will collide and someone's "0" has got to go. The interim WBC super middleweight title will be at stake when David Benavidez and Demetrius Andrade square off in Las Vegas.
Will Tony Bellew's ring bravery translate over to the jungle when the ex-world champion appears on I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here?
It's been an endless wait for Demetrius Andrade to enter big-fight territory. Well, the moment finally approaches for the Rhode Island star who faces David Benavidez in a battle of unbeaten fighters on November 25 in Las Vegas.
Will it be repeat or revenge when Chantelle Cameron squares off against Katie Taylor at the 3Arena in Dublin? The Sporting News offers odds and a final prediction on the outcome of this eagerly anticipated rematch.
Against Francis Ngannou, Tyson Fury looked no part of the great heavyweight he's proved himself to be over the past several years. However, don't expect that version of "The Gypsy King" to show up for work against Oleksandr Usyk on February 17.
Shakur Stevenson is a pound-for-pound entrant and a two-weight world champion, but a lot of potential opponents can't get away from him quickly enough. The Sporting News looks at six fantasy matchups for Stevenson and offers predictions.
In a show reminiscent of the Las Vegas-based Don King extravaganzas from the 1990s, a plethora of elite-level fighters will throw down in Saudi Arabia. The Sporting News analyses the matchups and offers up early predictions.
Pound-for-pound entrant Shakur Stevenson will have the weekend off as he bids to become a three-weight world champion at the expense of Edwin De Los Santos.
Many boxing insiders knew that Manny Pacquiao was a world-class fighter, but virtually no one expected the Filipino icon to make easy work of the legendary Marco Antonio Barrera.
Both Joe Cordina and O'Shaquie Foster are unbeaten world champions and exciting fighters. But will this fight fall apart at the negotiating table?
The winner of the undisputed heavyweight title bout between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk will join a very exclusive club. The Sporting News revisits all five occasions, since 1978, when a new undisputed heavyweight champ was crowned.
South African star Sivenathi Nontshinga is a wonderfully skilled boxer-puncher with a sense of destiny and he's putting the entire light flyweight division on notice.
Joe Cordina is one of British boxing's most talented world champions and he's in the form of his life. The Welsh Wizard returns against Edward Vazquez this Saturday.
Almost nothing was expected of Francis Ngannou in his boxing match with Tyson Fury, but the former UFC heavyweight champ provided The Gypsy King with arguably the toughest test of his career to date.
Lightweight standout Keyshawn Davis has been suspended from boxing for 90 days, his latest victory has been changed to a no-contest, and his December 9 date with Jose Pedraza has been cancelled.
Naoya Inoue and Marlon Tapales will have the chance to make history in what will be boxing's first-ever undisputed super bantamweight title fight.
While it's almost impossible to believe that Francis Ngannou will take on the heavyweight champion of the world in his first professional fight, he's not the first man to try it.
Boxing fans have been salivating over the prospect of Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk for more than two years. The bout will crown the first undisputed heavyweight champion this century.
Tim Tszyu looked excellent in dismantling Brian Mendoza in his maiden WBO title defense and once again called out Jermell Charlo. The Sporting News assesses the field at 154 pounds.
Tommy Fury proved to be levels above Jake Paul. Will the Englishman strike another blow into the heart of YouTuber boxing by defeating KSI?
From celebrated boxing trainer to prison inmate, it's been a crazy period for Brian 'BoMac' McIntyre, who escaped a jail term after being found in possession of a firearm in the UK.
Leigh Wood has defeated four Ring Magazine-rated featherweights and has the best resume in the division right now. The Nottingham man deserves his spot on top.
Ginjiro Shigeoka will challenge Daniel Valadares for the IBF minimumweight title, while older brother Yudai faces long-reigning WBC boss Petchmanee CP Freshmart on the same card.
Tim Tszyu is now a world champion, but the hard-hitting Australian has a fight pending and there's no time to celebrate. The Sporting News spoke to "The Soul Taker" about opponent Brian Mendoza and Canelo vs. Charlo.
The fight was tabbed as undisputed vs. undisputed, but Canelo vs. Charlo turned out to be unapologetically boring. SN's deputy editor Tom Gray gives his opinions on Canelo vs. Charlo.
Undisputed super welterweight champ Jermell Charlo has proved himself to be one of the best fighters in the world today and now heads into a superfight with Canelo Alvarez.
'A good big man will always beat a good little man' is not a phrase that's 100 percent accurate. Sometimes the smaller man pulls off the upset and shocks the world.
It's Opetaia's maiden defence and is considered by many to be a warm-up for the cruiserweight king. However, will Thompson's motivation and physical advantages make this a more competitive matchup than what many fans and so-called experts are predicting?
A fighter requires the ability to take a punch, but it's not something one should ever brag about. For the second time in a row, Zhilei Zhang has brutally exposed Joe Joyce's defensive flaws.
In a heavyweight rematch, Zhilei Zhang ended Joe Joyce in half the time it took him last time before calling for WBC heavyweight champ Tyson Fury.
Instead of being a stepping stone, Zhilei Zhang became one very large stumbling block for British heavyweight Joe Joyce. As their rematch approaches, The Sporting News takes a look back at fight one.
In April, Chinese giant Zhilei Zhang scored a stunning upset over the previously unbeaten British contender Joe Joyce. The Sporting News now takes a deep dive into the odds for their rematch.
They're separated by one division and seven pounds, but a catchweight contest between Kenshiro Teraji and Junto Nakatani would be one of the biggest fights in modern Japanese boxing history.
He's a two-weight world champion and one of the hardest pound-for-pound punchers in the sport today. Who will be queuing up to face WBO super flyweight champ Junto Nakatani?
Luis Alberto Lopez has proven to be one of the most dangerous featherweights in the world today. Who is next in line for the Mexican star after overcoming Joet Gonzalez?
Known as "The Amazing Boy", Kenshiro Teraji is looking to rubberstamp his dominance at light flyweight by claiming all the belts.
Despite all that he's accomplished in his own career, Kenshiro Teraji still draws inspiration from countryman and fellow world champion Naoya Inoue. The Sporting News speaks to "The Amazing Boy".
The middleweight division has an interesting mix of legends, champions, and rising contenders. The Sporting News breaks down the top 160-pound boxers in the world today.
Frazer Clarke is one of many British heavyweight prospects looking to break free of the pack. The 7-0 Englishman takes his next step against popular slugger Dave Allen this Saturday.
Liam Smith and Chris Eubank Jr. meet in a rematch at the AO arena in Manchester, which was the scene of their first encounter. The Sporting News looks back at Eubank Jr. vs. Smith 1.
Usyk was largely dominant in Poland, but one jaw-dropping moment in Round 5 has cast a giant shadow over the Ukrainian star's victory.
Oleksandr Usyk boxed to a ninth-round TKO win over Daniel Dubois although the Londoner's calls for a rematch could complicate the IBF, WBA and WBO champion's future plans.
Almost three years removed from his first professional setback, Daniel Dubois heads into the biggest fight of his life against pound-for-pound star Oleksandr Usyk.
Will Oleksandr Usyk successfully defend his unified heavyweight crown, or will Daniel Dubois pull off the colossal upset in Poland? The Sporting News checks out the betting for this glamour division matchup and offers a prediction.
There's been an earnest attempt to turn Anthony Joshua from boxer-puncher to boxer, from knockout artist to artist, from bull to butterfly. Is anyone convinced that this metamorphosis is working?
Anthony Joshua has had a change of opponent at the 11th hour but he is still a prohibitive favourite to prevail in style and move on to bigger things.
Artur Beterbiev's eighth light heavyweight title defense may prove to be the toughest of them all when he squares off against Britain's hard-hitting Callum Smith in Quebec City.
Not many boxers end a fight against Deontay Wilder in a vertical position. Unfortunately for Finnish fighter Robert Helenius, he was no exception.
An experienced and decorated fighter, Anthony Joshua has seen it all during a 10-year professional career. The Sporting News looks back at times when AJ was forced to switch opponents.
Fans and media have hailed 2023 as a banner year for boxing. Will the trend continue in the form of Shakur Stevenson vs. Vasiliy Lomachenko?
The manner of Terence Crawford's victory over Errol Spence Jr. was emphatic and one has to question the validity of a direct rematch. The Sporting News takes a look at options for the new undisputed champ.
Spence and Crawford have a combined record of 67 wins, 0 losses, and 52 knockouts. Someone's '0' has got to go when the pair finally collide in Las Vegas on July 29.
The three judges at ringside for Spence vs. Crawford have the ability to change the course of boxing history should this fight go the distance. The Sporting News reviews the Nevada-approved officials ahead of fight night.
Seniesa Estrada showcased the class necessary to overcome her latest challenger, then wasted no time in calling out rival champ Yakosta Valle for an undisputed title fight.
When Spence and Crawford make their way to the ring on July 29, they'll be walking in the footsteps of some of the greatest fighters of all time.
Naoya Inoue is now a four-weight world champion and The Sporting News' pound-for-pound No. 1. And the bad news for any potential opponent at 122 pounds is that he's actually getting better.
Before a punch has even been thrown, we've had acrimony between the respective camps of Fulton and Inoue relating to hand wrapping. The Sporting News does a deep dive into this process.
Stephen Fulton and Naoya Inoue are two of the finest fighters in the world today and both would do well to be prepared for the long game.
If you'd rather bet on a potential outcome than an out-and-out winner in the super bantamweight title fight between Stephen Fulton and Naoya Inoue, then The Sporting News has you covered.
Japan has a rich boxing history and becoming the greatest fighter ever from that country is no mean feat. Has three-weight world champ Naoya Inoue reached the summit or does he have more to do?
The boxing world has waited years for Crawford vs. Spence, but the bantamweight title bout between Stephen Fulton and Naoya Inoue may prove to be the superior fight.
They have a combined record of 49-0 (40 KOs) and they're two of the most exciting fighters in world boxing. Will fans ever be treated to an all-Japanese collision between Inoue and Nakatani?
Will it be yet another career-defining moment for the great Naoya Inoue or will Stephen Fulton overcome the odds and vanquish "The Monster"?
Unbeaten super bantamweight champ Stephen Fulton has been installed as the underdog ahead of his bout with Naoya Inoue, but does the Philadelphia star know something most don't?
George Kambosos Jr. is coming off 24 very frustrating rounds against undisputed lightweight champ Devin Haney. Can slick technician Maxi Hughes give the Australian some unwanted flashbacks?
If former unified lightweight champ George Kambosos is to make another assault on the lightweight elite, then he must overcome tricky British southpaw Maxi Hughes in Oklahoma.
Since losing to Christina Linardatou in 2018, Alycia Baumgardner is the one who has done all the improving, and she showcased that in emphatic fashion in their rematch.
Andy Cruz is tipped for professional glory, but it was as an amateur that the Cuban star made his name. The Sporting News looks back at the young fighter's ring predecessors.
The Sporting News runs down the world champions and notable names under each major boxing promoter, including Eddie Hearn, Bob Arum and Al Haymon.
In boxing, as with all sports, there comes a time when it's out with the old and in with the new. The Sporting News looks at the top 25 fighters under 25 and assesses their respective futures in the sport.
Andreas Hale
"[Crews-Dezurn's] offense is her defense, so she’s there to be hit. After a couple of rounds, especially when I catch her clean, she’ll go on the back foot." — Savannah Marshall.
Ioka was Japan’s first-ever male four-weight world champion. Nakatani hasn’t even reached his full potential and he’s already regarded as one of the best fighters in the world today.
The first fight ended in a contentious draw and Kazuto Ioka was the beneficiary of that result. Can the old warrior secure a legitimate victory over Joshua Franco?
It was far from vintage Prograis in a homecoming defence, but the New Orleans star secures the "W" and moves on to bigger things against his elite-level counterparts.
Frazer Clarke had things mostly his own way in fight number seven and looks forward to competing against bigger game.
The unbeaten contender’s father is none other than former undisputed super lightweight champion Kostya Tszyu.
It's not the fight he wanted, but Frazer Clarke has to keep his tail up in his first 10-round contest before looking ahead to bigger things.
The Mexican icon is never short on options and that’s certainly the case this time around.
Teofimo Lopez outpointed Josh Taylor in New York to become the new WBO light-welterweight champion.
Jaime Munguia needed a knockdown in the 12th and final round to hold on to his unbeaten record and move onto a middleweight championship fight.
"My life was on the line."
Josh Taylor explains his Ken Buchanan tribute — "even down to my fight shorts" — ahead of his boxing match with Teofimo Lopez.
Will Taylor rubberstamp his status as a pound-for-pound star, or will Lopez rekindle the fire he had when he dethroned Vasiliy Lomachenko?
Sunny Edwards has an eye on Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez even ahead of his fight with Andres Campos. Otherwise, as he says, "what's the point in bringing him over?"
Since the official inception of the super bantamweight division in the mid-1970s, there has never been an undisputed champion. That is likely to change in 2023.
Shannon Ryan wasn't a newcomer to combat sports when she walked into a boxing gym — far from it.
Josh Taylor became undisputed champion in just 18 fights, and the fiery Scotsman is eager to remind his critics why he's one of the best pound-for-pound fighters in the world.
Three knockdowns and two points deductions saw the WBO cruiserweight title change hands in Bournemouth, as Chris Billam-Smith outpointed Lawrence Okolie.
Mauricio Lara was trailing Leigh Wood before one big punch turned the fight upside down and confirmed the Mexican star's arrival as world champion. This time, after missing weight, he'll have a huge size advantage on fight night.
Boxers make unimaginable sacrifices in order to make weight. Some struggle more than others and some bend the rules to suit themselves.
Leigh Wood lost his WBA featherweight title when he was knocked out by Mauricio Lara 14 weeks ago. On Saturday he goes straight back in with the Mexican wrecking ball.
“Me winning by any means necessary: stoppage, points, close, wide. It does not matter as long as my hand is raised." - Michael Conlan
Using our own Top-12 list, The Sporting News now looks at potential fights for Fury, who is currently our No. 1 rated heavyweight.
Will it be repeat or revenge when Mexico's feared knockout artist Mauricio Lara squares off against Leigh Wood in their eagerly-anticipated rematch?
How the hell was Chantelle Cameron going to win a decision against Katie Taylor in Dublin? That seemed about as realistic as Canelo dropping a decision in Mexico during Cinco de Mayo weekend.
Lomachenko vs Haney result: The Sporting News takes a look at the outcome of the fight as the latter kept in unbeaten record intact.
Katie Taylor's first fight in 2023 is a massive one. The undefeated world lightweight champion touches gloves with undefeated super lightweight champion Chantelle Cameron on May 20. Here's everything you need to know!
Ukrainian boxing marvel Vasiliy Lomachenko seeks to join the list of great old fighters who have overcome their younger counterparts when he takes on the 24-year-old Devin Haney.
If Katie Taylor defeats Chantelle Cameron on Saturday, will she have run out of worlds to conqueor? The Sporting News reviews some potential options.
He is a three-weight world champion and a former pound-for-pound No. 1, but some still doubt Vasiliy Lomachenko's mastery.
The Sporting News assesses John Ryder's chances against former pound-for-pound king Canelo Alvarez in their undisputed super middleweight showdown.
The scoring for Canelo vs. Bivol 1 suggests that the fight was close. The reality of what took place in the ring is a little different. Do we need to see it again?
Ten iconic fights in five years. Remembering boxing's golden age through the lens of four heavyweight kings: Muhammad Ali, George Foreman, Ken Norton and Joe Frazier.
George Foreman himself, actor Khris Davis and director George Tillman Jr. talk through 'The Miraculous Story of the Once and Future Heavyweight Champion of the World'.
For the sake of the sport, Davis vs Garcia cannot be a one-off. The fans deserve to see this great story unfold in full.
In his near-seven-year pro career, Ryan Garcia has produced some stunning finishes with the left hook. The Sporting News now looks back at three instances where that particular punch was fight-ending.
“We’ve seen these super fights come around when both guys are almost 40 and no one wants to see that. You need to fight in your prime, and this way you can have two or three fights."
'Sugar' Shane Mosley, the former three-weight world champion, predicts the fight between Ryan Garcia and Gervonta Davis in a Q&A with The Sporting News.
The Juggernaut didn’t run out of gas. The Juggernaut didn’t crash and burn. No, The Juggernaut drove down a one-way street in the wrong direction and crashed into countless on-coming left hands.
“It’s my goal, to be the best in the light heavyweight division. It would be like a dream come true for me. I want this fight. Of course, it’s a big dream.”
The Sporting News looks at the mandatory title fights which will may well halt Joe Joyce's quest for a world title shot against unified king Oleksandr Usyk in 2023.
Usyk, representing the Otamans, was 26 years old and had already captured Olympic and World Championship gold. Joyce, 27, had been boxing for less than seven years and was aiming for gold at Rio 2016.
"I prefer to fight [Canelo] at 168. I could put my [WBA light heavyweight] belt on the line and we could fight for five belts.”
Ahead of his showdown with Marlon Tapalas on DAZN, Murodjon Akhmadaliev wants the winner of Stephen Fulton vs. Naoya Inoue for the undisputed crown.
Ahead of Anthony Joshua vs. Jermaine Franklin, The Sporting News takes a look at new trainer Derrick James and the history of AJ's coaches in pro boxing.
