As the clock ticks down to “The Last Crescendo,” a fight card touted as “The Card of the Century,” the atmosphere is electric yet fraught with tension. This week has not merely been a buildup of anticipation; it has also descended into a whirlwind of chaos that has captivated boxing fans worldwide. The incidents involving
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As the lights dim and the crowd roars with excitement at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, the boxing world holds its breath for one of the most anticipated rematches in recent memory. Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol, titans of the light heavyweight division, are set to collide once again. This encounter not only pits Beterbiev’s
The boxing world is buzzing with disappointment following the announcement of Daniel Dubois’ withdrawal from his IBF heavyweight title defense against Joseph Parker, a clash that had promised to be electrifying. Just two days prior to the fight, set to unfold in the opulent surroundings of Saudi Arabia, illness struck the 27-year-old champion. The decision,
Terence Crawford’s recent comments regarding Shakur Stevenson’s expected triumph over Josh Padley and a potential matchup against Gervonta “Tank” Davis reveal not just belief but also a troubling undercurrent of wishful thinking. Boxing, a sport defined by its unpredictability, should ignite caution in its aficionados, yet here we see a prominent boxer looking far into
David Benavidez, often dubbed ‘The Mexican Monster,’ is a prominent figure in the boxing world, but as he gears up to attend the Beterbiev vs. Bivol rematch in Riyadh, the ambiguity of his next steps looms large. Is this a strategy to capitalize on the winner, or does it reveal a precarious lack of immediate
In the fleeting world of boxing, the physical dimensions often play a pivotal role in determining the outcome of a fight. Artur Beterbiev’s noted use of his size and power against Dmitry Bivol is a prime example. As they geared up for their highly-anticipated rematch on February 22nd in Saudi Arabia, the weigh-in results mirrored
In the realm of heavyweight boxing, surprises are part and parcel of the thrilling spectacle that captivates fans worldwide. The matchup of Joseph Parker against Martin Bakole this Saturday night in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, embodies both intrigue and apprehension. With IBF champion Daniel Dubois out due to illness, Bakole has stepped in as a late
The heavyweight boxing scene is often a theater of the unpredictable, yet the upcoming clash between Joseph Parker and Martin Bakole in Riyadh is particularly rife with tension and implications. Initially set against the backdrop of Parker’s title defense against Daniel Dubois, the sudden withdrawal of Dubois due to illness has cast a shadow over
In the world of boxing, hype can be just as potent as the punches thrown in the ring. Eddie Hearn, a prominent promoter, recently likened Shakur Stevenson to the legendary Sugar Ray Leonard during a press conference for Stevenson’s upcoming fight against Josh Padley. While Hearn’s intentions were surely to elevate Stevenson’s status within the
This Saturday, boxing enthusiasts across the globe will tune in to a highly anticipated rematch between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol. Streaming live on DAZN PPV and PPV.com from the devout sands of Saudi Arabia, this bout evokes a mixed bag of sentiments among fans and analysts alike. The question looms: Was the original fight