The World Boxing Association (WBA) deeply mourns the passing of Georgia O’Connor, a gifted British boxer whose dedication and fighting spirit left an indelible mark on the sport. O’Connor, who rose to prominence with a standout performance at the Commonwealth Youth Games, showcased extraordinary talent every time she stepped between the ropes. She passed away…
This Friday, May 23rd, the Keepmoat Stadium in Doncaster, UK, will play host to a pivotal clash in the lightweight division. It’s a classic all-British showdown as veteran Maxi Hughes takes on the slick Archie Sharp in a 10-round battle with the WBA Continental title on the line. Hughes, 35, enters the ring with a…
Argentina is set to make history as Buenos Aires hosts the first-ever Fedelatin Convention from June 12 to 15—a milestone event for the Latin American branch of the World Boxing Association (WBA). The gathering will feature a packed agenda of seminars, discussions, and fight nights, all aimed at strengthening the sport throughout the region. This…
Gilberto “Zurdo†RamÃrez isn’t just ready for his next title defense — he’s already visualizing the outcome. The reigning WBA and WBO cruiserweight champion will put his titles on the line against hard-hitting Cuban veteran Yuniel Dorticos on June 28 at the Honda Center in Anaheim, in a bout sanctioned by the World Boxing Association….
In a 10-round war that lived up to the billing, Germany’s Ilyas Can Kali and Argentina’s Eduardo Leonel RodrÃguez fought to a majority draw in their showdown for the vacant WBA Continental Europe welterweight title, leaving the belt unclaimed and the future uncertain. The bout, held at Stadthalle in Bielefeld, Germany, was a true clash…
Argentinian rising star Alfredo “Coki†Soto made a thunderous statement in Panama, scoring a second-round TKO over hometown favorite José Núñez to claim the WBA Fedelatin lightweight championship and end Núñez’s undefeated streak. From the opening bell, it was clear both fighters came to make a statement. Núñez, who had yet to taste defeat, tried…
Today, in our ongoing effort to revive the legacy of boxing’s early giants for veteran fans and introduce new generations to the sport’s legendary figures, we spotlight Bob Fitzsimmons — the first man in boxing history to capture world titles in three separate weight divisions. While multi-division champions are commonplace today, back in the late…
David “The White Rhino†Allen made sure the judges had nothing to say this time. Five months after a controversial split decision loss, Allen came back with a vengeance, knocking out previously unbeaten Johnny Fisher in the fifth round at London’s Copper Box Arena to capture the WBA Intercontinental heavyweight title—his first pro belt. From…
In a recent ruling, the World Boxing Association (WBA) Championship Committee has officially designated Japan’s Seiya Tsutsumi as “Champion in Recess†following a thorough review of his documented medical condition. As a result, interim titleholder Antonio Vargas has been elevated to full WBA world bantamweight champion. Tsutsumi has been sidelined and unable to train or…
This Saturday, May 17, rising welterweight prospects Ilyas Can Kali of Germany and Argentina’s Eduardo Leonel RodrÃguez will square off in Bielefeld, Germany, with the WBA Continental Europe title on the line. The bout, set to take place at the Stadthalle, is a pivotal moment for both fighters looking to climb the ranks and make…
This Saturday, May 17, rising star Johanna Wonyou and seasoned veteran Mayerlin Rivas will collide in a high-stakes WBA bantamweight world title eliminator at Ballin’ Maidstone in the United Kingdom. With a championship opportunity hanging in the balance, neither fighter can afford a misstep. At 24 years old, Wonyou enters the bout with a spotless…
The World Boxing Association (WBA) has officially called a purse bid for the heavyweight world title bout between reigning champion Kubrat Pulev and mandatory challenger Michael Hunter. The purse bid is scheduled for Tuesday, May 27, in Houston, Texas, and will be conducted by WBA Championships Committee Vice-Chairman Julio Thyme. After granting both camps a…