Josh Taylor, once the undisputed champion at 140 pounds, is a name that resonates in the boxing world. His remarkable ascent was not without hardships; the relentless grind to stay at weight almost seemed to chip away at his spirit. Holding all four world titles, Taylor was hailed as a complex contender on many pound-for-pound
The boxing world spins unpredictably, often hinging on the dramatic rise and fall of its brightest stars. Ryan Garcia, once hailed as the future face of boxing, now finds himself in a precarious situation following a shocking defeat to Rolando ‘Rolly’ Romero. Oscar De La Hoya, a seasoned promoter and former boxing champion, has firmly
The upcoming bout between Terence Crawford and Canelo Alvarez has set the boxing world ablaze, and for good reason. Coach Kenny Ellis’s prediction that Crawford, with his surgical precision, will “dissect” Canelo has stirred intense debate. The notion that Crawford—a master of strategy—will pick apart Alvarez’s skill set in a scientific manner paints a vivid
Jake Paul has become synonymous with cockiness, bravado, and an insatiable lust for the spotlight. His gift for self-promotion has forged a path to immense popularity among a demographic that thrives on sensationalism and larger-than-life personalities. Whether one finds themselves enamored or disgusted by his antics, it is undeniable that he has mastered the art
The world of boxing has been dealt a staggering blow with the passing of Nino Benvenuti at the age of 87. An iconic figure in the sport, Benvenuti’s death marks the end of an era; he wasn’t just a boxer but a representation of elegance and strength. His journey from humble amateur beginnings to the
As the boxing world inches closer to the monumental clash between Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois on July 19, 2023, the tension is palpable. Scheduled to take place at the hallowed grounds of Wembley Stadium, this fight holds the promise of not just a championship bout but a spectacle that may redefine the heavyweight division.
The anticipated clash between Naoya Inoue and Junto Nakatani is reverberating throughout the boxing world, but as fight fans eagerly mark their calendars, a whisper of doubt casts a shadow over the once-ironclad prowess of “The Monster.” At the age of 32, Inoue’s recent performance hints at fragility, while Nakatani—an undefeated challenger—seeks to capitalize on
Devin Haney, an undefeated champion with a track record of 32 wins and 15 knockouts, found himself under a microscope after a lackluster performance against Jose Ramirez. Coach Stephen Edwards came to his defense, citing factors that supposedly influenced Haney’s disappointing showing, including the opponent’s negative history with performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) and lingering effects from
In the world of sports, tales of comeback often evoke feelings of admiration and skepticism in equal measure. Ex-champion Oliver McCall, at the impressive age of 60, is certainly stirring both emotions as he resurfaces in the boxing ring. The former WBC heavyweight champion demonstrated remarkable resolve by stepping back into competition after years of
Manny Pacquiao, the boxing icon known as “Pac-Man,” has once again captured the limelight by landing in Los Angeles. The buzz surrounding his upcoming fight against the current WBC welterweight champion, Mario Barrios, is palpable, but so too is the anxiety that follows him like a shadow. At 46, Pacquiao’s decision to step back into