Boxing News Boxing News

This Friday night, the spotlight will shine on the super middleweight division as rising contenders Darius Fulghum and Bektemir Melikuziev square off in a pivotal WBA eliminator at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas — a bout loaded with implications for the championship picture. Fulghum (14-0, 12 KOs), the …

This Saturday, May 31, the Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas will play host to a high-stakes clash in the super middleweight division, as Caleb Plant puts his WBA interim title on the line against Mexico’s José Armando Reséndiz — in a bout that promises fireworks from the opening bell. …

New Opponent, Same Mission: Wardley’s Homecoming Rolls On It’s still Ipswich, still June 7, and still Portman Road. And it’s still a homecoming fight for Fabio Wardley – just not the one that was originally on the table. With Jarrell Miller out, Australian contender Justis Huni has stepped in. And …

The World Boxing Association (WBA) congratulates Tajikistan’s Bakhodur Usmonov on his outstanding performance this Friday, May 23, in Dushanbe, where he captured the WBA Gold Lightweight Title with a third-round knockout over Filipino southpaw Albert Pagara. The bout headlined the sixth edition of IBA Pro, held at the Tennis and …

China’s DeKang Wang claimed the WBA Asia Super Bantamweight title this Saturday with an impressive technical knockout victory over Argentina’s Giuliano Fantone. The bout, held in Wenshan, showcased Wang’s speed, power, and growing presence in the 122-pound division. From the opening round, Wang established control with sharp combinations and relentless …

Aloys Youmbi made a thunderous statement Saturday night at the SSE Hydro in Glasgow, capturing the WBA Continental cruiserweight title with a dominant third-round knockout of David Jamieson. In a breakout performance, the young British puncher showcased raw power and relentless aggression, staking his claim as one of the cruiserweight …

Veteran southpaw Maxi Hughes turned back the challenge of Archie Sharp with a composed, clinical performance at the Keepmoat Stadium in Doncaster, earning a unanimous decision and walking away with the WBA Continental lightweight title. From the opening bell, Hughes made his intentions clear—cutting off the ring, applying steady pressure, …

Slovak-born Brit Moses Itauma wasted no time reminding the heavyweight division why he’s one of its brightest rising stars, stopping American veteran Mike Balogun in the second round to retain his WBA International heavyweight title Saturday night at The SSE Hydro in Glasgow. Itauma, just 20 years old, showcased poise, …

“Farewell to Nino Benvenuti, an extraordinary champion and a symbol of a proud, courageous Italy that knows how to rise again. My heartfelt thoughts go out to his family and to all who loved him. Thank you, Nino, for your battles in the ring and for standing up for what’s …

On May 24, the SSE Hydro in Glasgow will play host to a high-stakes night of WBA action, headlined by a pivotal heavyweight clash between rising British phenom Moses Itauma and seasoned American contender Mike Balogun. The two will square off in a 10-round showdown with the WBA International title …

The World Boxing Association (WBA) is set to make history in Latin American boxing with the inaugural Fedelatin Convention, taking place in Buenos Aires from June 12 to 15. As part of the festivities, the WBA’s famed “KO to Drugs” Festival will feature two action-packed fight nights on June 13 …

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 …