In honor of the ninth anniversary of Gilberto Mendoza’s passing, heartfelt tributes were held in Panama, Venezuela, and Colombia, celebrating the legacy of one of the most influential figures in boxing history. Mendoza, the late honorary president of the World Boxing Association (WBA), left an indelible mark on the sport, …
Read More »Nick Ball Set to Defend His Crown Against Doheny – World Boxing Association
Liverpool is set to host a thrilling showdown on Saturday, March 15, 2025, as Nick Ball defends his WBA featherweight world title against the battle-tested TJ Doheny at the iconic M&S Bank Arena. At just 20 years old, Ball is riding the momentum of his career. Known for his relentless …
Read More »Kenshiro Teraji Becomes Unified Champion With Dramatic TKO – World Boxing Association
In a night of high drama, Kenshiro Teraji cemented his place among boxing’s elite by capturing the WBA light flyweight world title with a stunning 12th-round TKO over Seigo Yuri Akui. The battle, held at the legendary Ryogoku Kokugikan Arena, kept fans on the edge of their seats until the …
Read More »Hard Days Night | Ball vs Doheny Programme
Promoter’s message Welcome back to the M&S Bank Arena here in the great city of Liverpool. When we returned to the banks of the Mersey in October I said I wanted to fire up the fight scene again and make it a regular thing. Now we are back …
Read More »Sandstrom and Fernández Set for WBA Gold Showdown – World Boxing Association
Swedish-born Australian Linn Sandstrom is set to square off against Venezuelan powerhouse Yoselin Fernández on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at the Hordern Pavilion in Sydney, Australia, with the WBA Gold super flyweight title on the line. Sandstrom: The Technical Contender Seeks Glory Sandstrom (9-3-3, 2 KOs) has built a reputation …
Read More »Keith Thurman Returns to Face Brock Jarvis for WBA International Title – World Boxing Association
The Hordern Pavilion in Sydney, Australia, will set the stage for a compelling showdown as former world champion Keith “One Time” Thurman makes his long-awaited return against rising Australian prospect Brock Jarvis. This 10-round super welterweight clash will have the WBA International Title on the line, adding even more stakes …
Read More »A Battle for Honor and Title Unification – World Boxing Association
The stage is set. On March 13, 2025, the legendary Ryogoku Kokugikan Arena in Tokyo will host a showdown that could redefine the flyweight division. Japan’s Kenshiro Teraji, the WBC champion and a master of precision, will put his legacy and honor on the line against the explosive power of …
Read More »Gilberto Jesús Mendoza Supports the Future of the WBA – World Boxing Association
This past weekend, WBA President Gilberto Jesús Mendoza kicked off his tour of South America, making his first stop in Uruguay, where he attended an exciting fight night at the Radisson Victoria Plaza in Montevideo. Mendoza was on hand to support Vicky Da Silva, a standout talent who first made …
Read More »Nine Years Since Gilberto Took His Final Flight – World Boxing Association
Last Tuesday, March 11, marked nine years since Francisco Gilberto Mendoza took his final earthly bow. For over three decades, he firmly steered the ship of the world’s pioneering boxing sanctioning body, the World Boxing Association (WBA). Today, his son and successor, Gilberto Jesús Mendoza, continues to lead the organization …
Read More »Tribute to the Legacy of Gilberto Mendoza – World Boxing Association
This Tuesday, March 11, the boxing world will unite to honor the memory of Gilberto Mendoza, the President Emeritus of the World Boxing Association (WBA), on the ninth anniversary of his passing. With a series of sporting and religious events across multiple countries, athletes, legends, officials, and key figures in …
Read More »Batyrgaziev Dominates Cruz, Successfully Defends WBA Interim Title – World Boxing Association
Albert Batyrgaziev proved once again why he’s one of the most formidable forces in the super featherweight division, successfully defending his WBA Interim World Title with a commanding unanimous decision victory over previously unbeaten Argentine prospect Neri Cruz Romero. From the opening bell, the Russian southpaw—an Olympic gold medalist from …
Read More »Daniel Scoops Top Honour at Boards Awards
Daniel Dubois was named ‘Boxer of the Year’ at the British Boxing Board of Control awards luncheon on Sunday. The 27-year-old heavyweight was recognised for his achievements across 2024, a year in which he became IBF Interim world champion for overcoming the previously unbeaten Filip Hrgovic in Riyadh as part …
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