Makhmudov, once hailed as the next big thing in the heavyweight division, suffered a setback in his last fight against Agit Kabayel.
Michael Hunter delivered a dominant performance last Saturday, securing a fourth-round corner retirement victory over Ignacio Esparza in Mexico.
“I am excited to get back in the ring. I’ve always believed that, as a fighter, one should be able to take risks and dare to be great."
Itauma wasted no time asserting his dominance, landing a powerful southpaw left hand early in the bout that visibly rocked Garber.
Both Wilder and Zhang are eager to bounce back from recent setbacks, with each fighter coming off decision losses to Joseph Parker in Riyadh.
Mahmoud Charr claims to have suffered a left bicep injury thus cancelling his WBA regular heavyweight title defence against Kubrat Pulev next Saturday.
Veteran trainer Ronnie Shields has revealed that his top heavyweight, Filip Hrgovic, is in negotiations to step into the ring against Daniel Dubois.
Riddick Lamont Bowe's story reads like a classic tale of triumph and turbulence, filled with moments of glory and challenges that tested his resolve.
Despite being written off by some in the professional ranks after just 14 fights, Yoka, standing at 6 feet 7 inches, remains a project for Charles.
After an almost three-year hiatus from professional boxing, former world heavyweight title challenger Hughie Fury is gearing up to make his comeback.
Some reports suggest Michael Hunter will enter the ring at the IBA Champions Night where he's reported to be facing Russian prospect Artem Suslenkov.
The European heavyweight title has seen limited action in recent years, failing to attract contenders as desired by the sanctioning body.
Boxing fans know that their sport can be endlessly entertaining and nothing adds more fun than placing a bet on the big fight.
Dillian Whyte knocked the rust of in a comeback fight against Romanian journeyman Christian Hammer in Ireland on Sunday.
Joyce, ranked #10, entered the ring with a renewed determination following consecutive knockout losses to Zhilei Zhang in 2023.
Andy Ruiz Jr. has seemingly disappeared into the dustbin of history since pulling off one of sports biggest upsets against Joshua in June 2019.
The 35-year-old has fought just once in 27 months and hasn't competed in a televised bout since December 2021.
Joyce seeks redemption in what should be a relatively easy night against fellow Briton Kash Ali this Saturday.
Anthony Joshua participated in an oddly sanctioned 'match' against an opponent who had no previous amateur or pro wins. A scary knockout was the result.
In a slow moving fight that took place in Riyadh, Joseph Parker's resurgence reached new heights as he secured a majority decision win over Zhang.
In what proved to be a very entertaining showdown Justis Huni (9-0, 4 KO) triumphed over Kevin Lerena (30-3, 14 KO) in a thrilling battle.
Reflecting on his aspirations, Whyte expressed his desire for one final shot at the title, emphasizing, "I'd love to have one more crack at the title".
Huni will get the chance to further enhance his reputation when he locks horns with South African southpaw Kevin ‘The KO Kid’ Lerena.
Zhang Zhilei is coming off two big wins over Joe Joyce. Joseph Parker enters the ring with a career-best win over Deontay Wilder.
Brandon Moore (14-0, 8 KOs) won a hard-fought eight-round unanimous decision over Helaman Olguin (9-7-1, 4 KOs) Saturday in Verona, New York.
Whyte's name has been cleared of any wrongdoing. Forensic experts concluded that 2023's adverse findings were the result of a contaminated supplement.
Kownacki went after his opponent with his usual flurries, and Kacper Meyna was happy to oblige, responding with solid shots of his own.
On Saturday, the town of Koszalin in Poland will be abuzz with anticipation as former heavyweight contender Adam Kownacki steps back into the ring.
The big-punching juggernaut suffered a devastating defeat at the hands of Agit Kabayel on December’s ‘Day of Reckoning‘ card in Saudi Arabia.
Corpus Christi, Texas is gearing up for a heavyweight doubleheaders as Efe Ajagba squares off against Guido Vianello on the Jared Anderson undercard.
Ben Shalom, the promoter behind top heavyweight contender Martin Bakole, has revealed ongoing negotiations aimed at securing a WBA final eliminator.
British and Commonwealth heavyweight title holder Fabio Wardley is supremely confident of successfully defending his turf against Frazer Clarke.
Cassius Clay and Sonny Liston. The night of February 25, 1964, marked the beginning of a legendary saga that would reverberate through the pages of history
Ukrainian Viktor Faust-Vykhryst 12-1 (8 KOs),faced off against Argentine Marcos Antonio Aumada 25-13 (20 KOs) in the main event in Wiesbaden, Germahy.
Joseph Parker, known for his humility and sportsmanship, responded to Wilder's excuses with grace and pragmatism.
When it comes to assessing the greatest heavyweight champions in boxing history, the task is not for the faint of heart.
The contest was confirmed at a press conference in Sofia and was attended by both boxers, with the fight due to take place at Arena Sofia.
Zhang, 40, remains a 2-1 betting favorite over Parker (34-3, 23 KOs), a New Zealander who held the WBO heavyweight title from 2016 until 2018.
Set to take place in Corpus Christi on April 13th, heavyweight sensation Jared Anderson is gearing up to step back into the ring.
Guido Vianello delivered the performance he needed at the Madison Square Garden Theater in New York, getting an easy win over Moses Johnson.
Alan Babic, best known for his aggressive style, is gearing up for his much-anticipated return to the ring after a devastating defeat.
Reports are surfacing that Efe Ajagba and Luis Ortiz will step into the ring in Corpus Christi, Texas on April 13th.
In the tumultuous world of top heavyweight boxing, every decision carries weight, shaping the trajectory of a fighter's career.
Deontay Wilder (43-3-1, 42 KO) reveals that he’s rededicating himself to boxing after losing to Joseph Parker last December.
Michael Moorer, the three-time heavyweight champion and one-time light heavyweight champion, doesn’t dwell on what-ifs.
Evgeny Romanov, the man who stopped Deontay Wilder in the amateurs continued to toil in obscurity then gets knocked out Saturday.
Behind the scenes of these gripping encounters loomed the towering presence of American boxing promoter Don King.
Unbeaten heavyweight prospect Justis Huni is set to face off against Kevin Lerena at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia March 8.
Power punchers have always held a special place in heavyweight boxing, leaving their mark on the sport with raw strength and spectacular knockouts.
Unbeaten heavyweight rivals Fabio Wardley and Frazer Clarke collide in a ‘Bad Blood’ showdown for the British and Commonwealth Titles on Sunday, March 31.
Johnny Fisher continued his impressive run in the professional boxing ranks with a dominant victory over Dmytro Bezus.
The highly anticipated showdown for the Undisputed Heavyweight Championship between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk has been postponed.
Two heavyweights who produced impressive victories on the “Day of Reckoning” undercard December 23 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia have been ordered to fight.
On the eve of his 35th birthday, Simon Kean decided to pursue his path on different roads and say farewell to boxing.
Telford will witness the resurgence of top prospect Matty Harris as he embarks on his comeback journey.
Growing up in poverty, Foreman faced adversity early on, earning a reputation as a troublemaker and engaging in street fights.
"We are the two biggest Christians in boxing," announced Fury while speaking to Ukrainian Oleksandr Usyk during their three-way fight preview interview.
Lennox Lewis made heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk cry when he defeated Mike Tyson two decades ago.
“Dillian is not going to go out like that. He’s not going to do that," said trainer Buddy McGirt, emphasizing Whyte's determination to return to the ring.
Zhang, 40, currently holds the interim WBO heavyweight title since his victory over Joe Joyce in April, which he reinforced with a devastating knockout.
The World Boxing Association (WBA) has mandated a high-stakes heavyweight eliminator between Martin Bakole and Cassius Chaney.
Having secured an international victory over Andrew Tabiti in Cancun last October, Huni is gearing up for a huge 2024.
Vianello will face Moses Johnson, an opponent with an 11-1-2 record, including 8 knockouts, in an eight-round bout Feb. 16 at The Theater at MSG.
Joe Joyce is gearing up for a return to the boxing ring on March 16, aiming to rebuild his position in the heavyweight division.
Joseph Parker is set to face Zhilei Zhang in the co-feature bout on March 8, on the Anthony Joshua undercard in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
After reclaiming the secondary title via court action, Mahmoud Charr will defend against the former two time unified title challenger.
Filip Hrgovic and Joseph Parker are revving up talk of a showdown on the upcoming Anthony Joshua undercard in March.
Anthony Joshua is apparently set to face an MMA fighter in a 10-round heavyweight spectacle in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Undefeated 6’7, 278-pound top heavyweight prospect Gurgen “Big Gug” Hovhannisyan secured a fifth-round knockout victory against Colby Madison in Tacoma.
Trainer Don Charles remains steadfast in his support of France's Olympic super-heavyweight champion, Tony Yoka, despite Yoka's recent setbacks.
Jarrell Miller was apprehended in Hollywood, Florida, and charged with carjacking and burglary involving assault or battery, according to Sheriff.
Parker devoted most of 2023 to reclaiming his position in the heavyweight division after a knockout loss to Joe Joyce in late 2022.
Johnny Fisher 10-0 (9 KOs), the Romford-born top heavyweight prospect, stands out as a unique figure in contemporary British boxing.
Born in 1923 to Italian immigrant parents in Brockton, Massachusetts, Rocky Marciano soared from a shoemaker's son to Heavyweight Champion of the World.
Standing tall at 6’ 7” and weighing 275 pounds, “Big Gug,” now based in Los Angeles, returns January 4th after a year's hiatus.
"It might be too early for him to step into the ring with me," Zhang mentioned to BoxingScene.com. "I recognize his potential.
“Be careful what you ask for,” cautioned Anderson on his Instagram account. “Be careful what you ask for.”
The sweet science of boxing, with its blend of brute force and balletic grace, has long captivated audiences worldwide.
The 'Day of Reckoning' megacard in Riyadh sparked a whole host of changes to the Sporting News' heavyweight rankings, with Anthony Joshua the big winner.
Former two-time unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua continued his quest to return to the top of the division.
Former WBO Champion Joseph Parker torched the best laid plans to a long-sought Anthony Joshua-Deontay Wilder fight.
“I had to finish strong,” Dubois insisted of the desire to end the fight inside the distance when a decision win was easily within reach.
European champion Agit Kabayel pulled off an unexpected shocker with a fourth round knockout of undefeated puncher Arslanbek Makhmudov.
Hrgovic is the IBF's mandatory challenger to unified champion Oleksandr Usyk, who returns in February in an undisputed fight with Tyson Fury.
In a heavyweight clash that kicked off the Day of Reckoning card, Frank Sanchez (24-0, 17 KOs) blasted out Junior Fa (20-3, 11 KOs) in the seventh round.
Larry Merchant, one of the most iconic boxing broadcasters of all time, was rushed to a hospital Thursday night and is in the critical care unit.
Legendary boxing promoter Bob Arum believes Saudi Arabia is evolving into heavyweight boxing’s new epicenter.
Larry Holmes, a legendary figure in the world of top heavyweight boxing, made a significant return to Georgia to share his wisdom.
Junior Fa's immediate focus remains on the looming battle against the undefeated Cuban top heavyweight Frank Sanchez.
Despite his other achievements in the ring, Luis Firpo's legendary clash with Jack Dempsey remained the centerpiece of his legacy,
The legacy of relentless former heavyweight champion Joe Frazier will be celebrated on what would have been his 80th birthday.
Pulev pressed the action and kept a jab in Wasrzyk’s face. Wasrzyk fought in spurts and usually moved in reverse.
The much-anticipated showdown between top heavyweight titans Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder seems closer than ever.
In a fierce exchange, Petrovsky, with a commendable display of power and precision, secured a resounding victory.
Ismael Salas, the trainer behind Joe Joyce's corner, remains steadfast in his belief that Joyce is still very much a contender in the top heavyweight mix.
Top Heavyweight Prospect Victor Faust is gearing up for a much-anticipated return to the ring after a six-month hiatus.
With Ipswich Town F.C. among Wardley's sponsors, he cherishes their mutual growth. "We're on this upward trajectory, moving alongside each other."
Since arriving in Montreal, Makhmudov's dominance has made him one of heavyweight boxing's most feared competitors.
The unpredictable nature of each match excites many bettors. However, merely relying on gut intuition won't guarantee success.
Richard Torrez Jr showed consistent pressure and accuracy against a determined Curtis Harper who eventually was stopped in the eighth round.