The World Boxing Association (WBA) Championship Committee shook up the heavyweight division on Friday with an official resolution that sets the stage for high-stakes matchups at the top of the ladder. Veteran contender Kubrat Pulev will defend his WBA heavyweight title against Michael Hunter, while rising British star Fabio Wardley is set to collide with…
This Saturday, the prestigious Barys Arena in Astana, Kazakhstan, will play host to an electrifying night of championship boxing. With two high-stakes showdowns on tap, fight fans can expect fireworks as top contenders battle for WBA Continental supremacy. In the super featherweight division, unbeaten Kazakh standout Sultan Zaurbek (19-0, 13 KOs) puts his flawless record…
Professional boxing is officially back in Venezuela! The Caribbean-based Fundación Talento Activo has confirmed an electrifying international fight night set for Saturday, April 5, headlined by a showdown between seasoned veteran Rosmen Brito and the undefeated knockout artist Eleazar Aguilera for the WBA Fedelatin title. The event, taking place at Hotel Terraza VIP in Macuto,…
On April 6, Houston will host the third edition of the Baby Bull Future Champions, a premier event designed to showcase and support the next generation of boxing stars. Organized by former world champion Juan “Baby Bull†DÃaz, this initiative has quickly become a key platform for developing young talent in the sport. Backed by…
The stage is set for an electrifying showdown as Christina “Tiny Tina†Rupprecht prepares to defend her WBA Light Minimumweight World Championship against Sumire Yamanaka. This high-stakes clash will take place on April 5 at the iconic MBS Arena in Potsdam, Germany, promising a battle that could redefine the landscape of the division. A Champion’s…
Rising prospects Gleybert “Canelito†Maia and Diego Carbajal battled through tough challenges to emerge victorious in the season opener of the WBA Future Champions tournament. The action-packed event took place Saturday night at the Centro Recreacional Yesterday in Maracay, set against a festive backdrop of boxing’s next generation in action. Both young fighters had to…
The World Boxing Association (WBA) has named Lauren Price as its Female Fighter of the Month, recognizing her outstanding career trajectory and recent dominance in the ring. The Welsh sensation, who recently unified the WBA, IBF, and WBC welterweight titles with a statement win over Natasha Jonas, continues to establish herself as one of the…
The World Boxing Association (WBA) has named Japan’s Kenshiro “The Amazing Boy†Teraji as the Fighter of the Month for March, while Gary Antuanne Russell earned an honorable mention for his stellar performance in the ring. Kenshiro Teraji: March’s Best Fighter Kenshiro Teraji further cemented his status as one of the premier light flyweights in…
In a previous article about the middleweight division, we highlighted its rich history—one filled with unforgettable battles that remain etched in the memories of those lucky enough to witness them live. Some of these fights are ancient classics, while others are more recent gems, absorbed through radio broadcasts, newspaper reports, television, or the digital archives…
On Saturday, March 29, the WBA Future program staged an unforgettable day with simultaneous events in Panama and Venezuela, paying tribute to the legacy of Emeritus President Gilberto Mendoza. These celebrations underscored the WBA’s steadfast commitment to developing boxing in the region and nurturing emerging talent. Panama: A Festival of Future Stars In Panama, the…
This past Saturday, the World Boxing Association (WBA)Â reaffirmed its commitment to the education and development of boxing officials worldwide by hosting a virtual training course for representatives from El Salvador, Guatemala, Costa Rica, and Argentina. A total of 65 officials took part in the event, gaining valuable knowledge and honing their skills under the guidance…
In an electrifying night in Novara, Italy, Nigerian standout Samuel Nmomah and Spanish prospect Alex De La Rosa clinched the WBA Mediterranean titles in the middleweight and super featherweight divisions, respectively. Undefeated Nigerian Samuel Nmomah (21-0, 5 KOs) faced the experienced Abdul Khattab in a grueling middleweight title clash. Nmomah showcased his technical prowess and…