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This past Saturday, June 22, the state of Aragua, Venezuela played host to the ninth edition of the WBA Future of Venezuelan Boxing, held at the emblematic Centro Recreacional Yesterday — a venue rich in local boxing history. The card, part of the WBA’s development series, is designed to spotlight …

Iván Ricardo Actis had the kind of night fighters dream about in San Guillermo, Argentina. The southpaw from Santa Fe delivered a dramatic 10th-round knockout over Brian Matías Pérez to capture the WBA Fedelatin Cono Sur middleweight title, in a bout that built round by round before erupting in a …

One Month until Garner Headlines Again as Queensberry Returns to Bournemouth Ryan Garner made the Bournemouth International Centre his stage back in March, and on Friday 26 July, he’s back — only this time, the stakes are higher, the opponent’s tougher, and the outcome could open the door to world …

“I am not an animal in the ring, I am a fighter. But I fight with all my heart, with all my soul. I was ‘Hands of Stone,’ but my heart was bigger than my fists,” he once declared. On October 14, 2006, when he was inducted into the Boxing …

The renowned brand Leone1947 has joined as a partner for the first edition of the WBA Europe Convention, set to take place from July 15 to 18 in Madrid, Spain. The Italian-born sports equipment manufacturer has seen significant growth in Spain and currently operates a flagship store in the city …

On August 16, Riyadh will play host to a high-stakes showdown between two undefeated warriors who only know one direction—forward. WBA featherweight world champion Nick Ball (22-0-1, 13 KOs) of Liverpool puts his belt on the line against Australia’s Sam Goodman (20-0, 8 KOs) in a battle that’s expected to …

On June 21, the Resorts World Arena in Birmingham will host a pivotal clash that could shake up the super bantamweight division. Local favorite Peter McGrail (11-1, 6 KOs), a former Olympian and pure technician, takes on Romania’s battle-tested Ionut “Il Capo” Baluta (17-5-1, 3 KOs) with the WBA International …

The first-ever European Convention of the World Boxing Association is set to close with a bang, delivering a thrilling night of fights on July 17 at Madrid’s Teatro Las Vegas. The event, promoted by The Boxer Club, will feature 11 action-packed bouts, including regional title fights, pro showcases, and Olympic-style …

World Boxing Association (WBA) President Gilberto Jesús Mendoza paid tribute to international superstar Shakira and her father, William Mebarak, recognizing both a stellar music career and the unwavering support of a devoted parent. A passionate admirer of powerful life stories, Mendoza highlighted the pivotal role Mebarak played in his daughter’s …

The World Boxing Association’s acclaimed development program, WBA Future Champions, is back in Venezuela. This Saturday, June 21, the Yesterday Recreational Center in Turmero will host the ninth edition of the series, featuring a stacked card of ten professional bouts designed to showcase the next generation of boxing talent. Since …

A strong heavyweight theme is emerging for the blockbuster Wembley Stadium night on Saturday July 19 when Daniel Dubois will attempt to topple Oleksandr Usyk and become undisputed world champion. On what will be a historic night whichever way it goes – it is the first time an undisputed heavyweight …

On June 21, boxing returns with a vengeance to Johnstown, Pennsylvania, as the “Rumble by the River” lights up the town. In the main event, hometown favorite Tre’Sean “Trigger” Wiggins will square off against the battle-tested Dakota Linger for the WBA NABA Gold welterweight title. Wiggins (16-5-3, 9 KOs), a …