| 12. Anthony Joshua insists boxing career 'far from over' despite Daniel Dubois defeatПн, 23 сен[-/+]Автор(?) Anthony Joshua insists his boxing career is “far from over” after his fifth-round knockout defeat to Daniel Dubois.
Former two-time world champion Joshua, 34, was dismantled by Dubois, who was defending his IBF heavyweight title for the first time, in front of 96,000 fans at London’s Wembley Stadium on Saturday.
27-year-old Dubois had been the underdog for the fight but he dominated the bout with Joshua failing to recover having been downed in the first round.
Joshua had been favourite to become a three-time world champion, which would have seen him emulate the achievements... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
13. Heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk released after being detained at Krakow AirportСр, 18 сен[-/+]Автор(?) Heavyweight boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk was briefly detained at Krakow airport in Poland on Tuesday before being released, according to Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
The 37-year-old, a key figure in Ukrainian sport, was detained for reasons that remain unclear.
“I spoke with Oleksandr Usyk on the phone after he was detained,” Zelensky wrote in a post on social media. “I was disappointed by this attitude towards our citizen and champion.”
I spoke with Oleksandr Usyk on the phone after he was detained.
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14. Olympic boxing gold medalist Imane Khelif files complaint over online harassmentВс, 11 авг[-/+]Автор(?) A lawyer for Algerian boxer Imane Khelif says the gold medal-winning boxer has asked prosecutors in Paris to look into online harassment she faced during the Olympics about her gender and presence at the Games.
The lawyer, Nabil Boudi, said in a statement on Instagram that his firm had filed a complaint with the online hate unit of the Paris prosecutor’s office. It was not immediately clear where the complaint would lead. The Associated Press reported Sunday that under French law, it would be up to prosecutors to decide if an investigation is merited and who might be at fault.
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15. Lin Yu-ting of Taiwan earns a gold on what could be boxing’s last Olympic nightВс, 11 авг[-/+]Автор(?) Lin Yu-ting of Taiwan, who quietly weathered a firestorm during these Paris Games of at times ugly speculation about her personal biology, won a gold medal Saturday on what could potentially be the last night of boxing at the Olympic Games.
In a ring centered at Philippe Chatrier Court at Roland Garros, Lin set all the wider noise aside with a victory that played out much like the rest of her wins at these Games: Fairly subdued, defensive and filled with counterpunching to score a unanimous decision in a system where knockouts are highly difficult to attain.
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17. Boxer Cindy Ngamba emerges with bronze after semifinal loss, first-ever medal for Olympic refugee teamПт, 09 авг[-/+]Автор(?) Her name is Cindy Ngamba and — despite losing in the semifinal bout of the women’s 75-kilogram boxing competition — she is the first-ever medalist for the Olympic refugee team.
Going up against Panama’s Atheyna Bylon, Ngamba dropped the first round to the tall southpaw on all five scorecards despite keeping her left foot mostly on the outside of Bylon’s right — a common battle for prime position between opponents with opposing dominant hands. Ngamba came back swinging in the second, earning four of the five judges’ votes.
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18. Algeria’s Imane Khelif advances to gold medal round with win over Thailand’s Janjaem SuwannaphengСр, 07 авг[-/+]Автор(?) PARIS — When it was over, when her arm had been raised and the gloves had been touched, Imane Khelif soaked up the roars of the crowd and ran in giddy little steps around the ring inside the tennis cathedral turned boxing ring.
The Algerian fighter’s jubilant celebration to mark her achievement of reaching the Olympic final stood in contrast to her reaction three days ago, when her quarterfinal win reduced her to tears on the mat, overcome with emotion from a week that has seen her gender questioned amid the still-unclear circumstances that led to her disqualification from a major fight... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
19. IBA digs in on Olympic boxing controversy that Imane Khelif calls a ‘fierce campaign’Пн, 05 авг[-/+]Автор(?) PARIS — The International Boxing Association, the organization whose decision to disqualify Imane Khelif of Algeria and Lin Yu-ting of Taiwan from the 2023 world championships is at the heart of a firestorm engulfing the Olympic tournament, hosted a news conference on Monday “dedicated to the detailed explanation of the reasons for the disqualification” of the two fighters.
Instead, what followed was a two-hour affair of little explanation, a great deal of obfuscation, and a series of evasive answers to reporters’ questions that did nothing to back up the IBA’s claims that the women... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
20. Boxer Cindy Ngamba secures first medal for Olympic refugee team with quarterfinal winВс, 04 авг[-/+]Автор(?) Boxer Cindy Ngamba clinched the first medal of any kind for the Olympic refugee team Sunday at North Paris Arena, guaranteeing herself at least a bronze with a win against France’s Davina Michel in the women’s 75-kilogram quarterfinals.
The Olympics do not hold bronze medal bouts in boxing, so Ngamba will receive a medal win or lose in the semifinals. She fights Panama’s Atheyna Bibeichi Bylon next on Thursday, when boxing moves to Roland Garros.
“It means the world to me to be the first refugee team member to win a medal,” Ngamba said. “I’m just... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
22. Imane Khelif clinches an Olympic boxing medal amid media frenzyСб, 03 авг[-/+]Автор(?) VILLEPINTE, France — Following days of furor surrounding the Olympic eligibility of women’s boxer Imane Khelif, the Algerian’s quarterfinal bout against Hungary’s Anna Luca Hamori went on as planned Saturday.
The result: a Khelif victory, an emotional outpouring and a frenzied media circus.
Khelif won in a unanimous decision at North Paris Arena, taking each round of the three-round quarterfinal in the 66-kilogram (145-pound) division. Because Olympic boxing does not have a bronze medal bout, she is now assured a medal in the 2024 Games, no matter what happens in her semifinal.
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23. IOC’s Bach dismisses boxing controversy as ‘culture war,’ but a correction highlights complexities of issueСб, 03 авг[-/+]Автор(?) Thomas Bach, the president of the International Olympic Committee, told reporters on Saturday that two women in the boxing tournament who have had their eligibility questioned did not have differences in sex development. But minutes after his news conference ended, the IOC corrected him, backing off of Bach’s description and saying he meant to say that the women were not transgender.
The confusion struck at the heart of the fraught debate that has overshadowed boxing at these Paris Games and played into wider conversations about women in sports, brought on by administrative fighting that... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
25. Olympic boxer Angela Carini apologizes to Imane Khelif, is ‘sad’ about gender controversyПт, 02 авг[-/+]Автор(?) Angela Carini of Italy doesn’t like how the conversation about Olympic women’s boxing has turned.
She was knocked out of her opening fight Thursday in 46 seconds, but told the Italian publication Gazzetta dello Sport that she felt sorry for the winner, Imane Khelif of Algeria, who has faced uncomfortable questions and speculation about her gender and medical status as part of a wave of debate online.
Carini was sad that she lost, ending her Olympic competition. She said she didn’t feel Khelif did anything wrong by beating her.
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26. How Olympic boxer Imane Khelif’s performance embroiled arguments about gender in sportПт, 02 авг[-/+]Автор(?) The contentious topic of gender in sport has made its way into a debate about how boxing is run at the Olympics, turning a murky administrative fight into the latest stage for combative arguments about how women should be allowed to compete.
Two boxers, Imane Khelif of Algeria and Lin Yu-ting of Taiwan, were approved to fight in women’s divisions at the Paris Games under guidance that relied in part on their passports and a medical clearance to determine they could compete.
However, they were disqualified from the 2023 World Championships because the governing body for the event, the... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
27. WBC expels boxer Ryan Garcia for reported use of racial slursПт, 05 июл[-/+]Автор(?) The World Boxing Council, one of the four major boxing governing bodies, expelled boxer Ryan Garcia for “discrimination,” WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman said Thursday on X.
“We reject any form of discrimination. I fear for (Ryan’s) well being as he has declined multiple attempts for our help with mental health and substance abuse,” Sulaiman said.
Sulaiman did not disclose additional details about the incident. The Associated Press reported Garcia “repeatedly used racial slurs against Black people and disparaged Muslims in comments livestreamed on social... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
29. Oleksandr Usyk to vacate IBF title, will no longer be undisputed world heavyweight championСр, 26 июн[-/+]Автор(?) Oleksandr Usyk will no longer be the undisputed world heavyweight boxing champion after revealing he is vacating his IBF title.
The Ukrainian, 37, became the first undisputed champ in the four-belt era when he beat Tyson Fury to claim the WBC, WBA, WBO and IBF belts in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia last month.
Usyk is set to rematch Fury later this year, as per the terms of the two-fight contract signed by both fighters, meaning he won’t be able to defend his IBF crown against mandatory challenger, Daniel Dubois.
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30. Ryan Garcia suspended, fined, has win vs. Devin Haney overturned for positive PED testПт, 21 июн[-/+]Автор(?) Ryan Garcia has been suspended one year by the New York State Athletic Commission and will lose his victory over Devin Haney as part of the punishment following his positive performance-enhancing drug tests after the April win, the commission confirmed to The Athletic on Thursday.
Garcia will also forfeit his purse winnings of over $1 million to Golden Boy Promotions and was issued a $10,000 fine by NYSAC.
“His New York State professional boxer license will be suspended until April 20, 2025, and until such time as he provides a clean urinalysis to the Commission,” NYSAC said in a... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
31. Ryan Garcia says he’s ‘officially retired’ in string of posts lamenting last several monthsЧт, 20 июн[-/+]Автор(?) Less than two months after Ryan Garcia stunned the boxing world by defeating WBC super lightweight champ Devin Haney via majority decision, the controversial boxer said he’s “officially retired” in a string of posts on X.
“I’ll still be training but I’m hurt and done with it and everyone,” Garcia said in one post. “The sad part is I’m a great boxer. And I entertain and knock people out. I’m sad bc I (love) boxing.” He shared in a following post, “I’m officially retired.”
I’m officially retired
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32. Gervonta Davis defends title, David Benavidez sets himself up for megafightВс, 16 июн[-/+]Автор(?) LAS VEGAS — Frank “The Ghost” Martin became easier to see the more the fight went on, and undefeated lightweight Gervonta “Tank” Davis caught him with a left hook in the eighth round for a knockout Saturday night in front of 13,249 fans at MGM Grand Garden Arena.
“I knew he was going to tire out,” Davis said, “and then I started picking him apart.”
Davis, the WBA world champion, walked out to the ring to the “Ghostbusters” theme song with a big smile. Martin was the more active fighter and won most of the early rounds, but Davis started to wind up on some... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
35. Ryan Garcia arrested on felony vandalism charge at Beverly Hills hotelВс, 09 июн[-/+]Автор(?) Boxer Ryan Garcia was arrested on a felony vandalism charge in Beverly Hills on Saturday after a hotel accused Garcia of property damage, the Beverly Hills Police Department said Sunday.
Police responded to an “intoxicated person” call for service at the Waldorf Astoria in Beverly Hills around 5:15 p.m., according to BHPD Lt. Andrew Myers.
“During the investigation, the intoxicated person was identified as Ryan Garcia,” Myers said in a statement. “Upon obtaining statements from the hotel management, it was determined that Mr. Garcia was a registered guest of the hotel and... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
37. Mike Tyson-Jake Paul boxing bout postponed due to Tyson’s recent ulcer flare upСб, 01 июн[-/+]Автор(?) Mike Tyson and Jake Paul’s boxing match will be postponed indefinitely due to Tyson suffering from a recent ulcer flare-up, according to Netflix. The streaming service was scheduled to broadcast the event on July 20.
According to a statement from Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), Tyson has been recommended by doctors to do minimal light training over the next few weeks.
A new date for the fight will be announced by next Friday, June 7.
“I want to thank my fans around the world for their support and understanding during this time. Unfortunately, due to my ulcer flare-up, I have been... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
38. Vince McMahon accuser agrees to pause lawsuit pending federal probeПт, 31 мая[-/+]Автор(?) Alex Andrejev, Jenna West and Chris Vannini
A woman who accused WWE co-founder Vince McMahon of sexual misconduct agreed to pause her lawsuit after the Justice Department requested she do so pending a federal investigation, according to her attorney.
Janel Grant alleged in a complaint filed in January that McMahon offered her a job at WWE that became dependent on a sexual relationship with him. The relationship, which continued through January 2022, put her through sexual acts of “extreme cruelty and degradation,” including injury, the complaint said. The suit also claimed McMahon later... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
39. Anthony Joshua's representatives hold talks over Watford investmentЧт, 30 мая[-/+]Автор(?) Financial experts working with two-time heavyweight champion boxer Anthony Joshua have held exploratory talks with Watford over an investment in the club, The Athletic can exclusively reveal.
Although not directly involved in discussions himself Joshua, 34, was approached about the possibility of becoming involved in the Championship club and talks are said to have been at “entry level”.
The proposal that was discussed is undisclosed at this stage, but it’s known that Watford have held discussions with other parties regarding a minority stake in the club. Watford value the club in the... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
40. London mayor Sadiq Khan wants to bring WrestleMania, major boxing and Super Bowl to capitalЧт, 30 мая[-/+]Автор(?) Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has reiterated his ambition to bring the Super Bowl, WrestleMania, and potential boxing events like Anthony Joshua against Daniel Dubois to London as he strives to make the UK capital the global destination for sport.
Before his re-election as London mayor earlier this month, Khan pledged he would work to bring the National Football League’s (NFL) pivotal game, the Super Bowl, to London.
Speaking on Thursday, the 53-year-old expressed his desire to solidify London’s status as the “sporting capital of the world,” highlighting how the Champions... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
43. Oleksandr Usyk beats Tyson Fury to become undisputed heavyweight championВс, 19 мая[-/+]Автор(?) Oleksandr Usyk beat Tyson Fury to become the first undisputed heavyweight champion for nearly a quarter of a century in the early hours of Sunday morning in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The unbeaten Ukrainian emerged the victor from a 12-round battle with a bloodied and battered Fury to add the WBC to his WBO, WBA and IBF crowns — the first time in history any heavyweight has held all four titles in the four-belt era.
Usyk, who now moves to a perfect 22-0 for his career, came out ahead via a split decision 115-112, 113-114 and 114-113 on the judges’ scorecards.
“I feel good. A lot of people... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
44. Tyson Fury’s father left bloodied after appearing to headbutt member of Oleksandr Usyk’s teamПн, 13 мая[-/+]Автор(?) Follow live coverage of Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk today
John Fury was left with blood pouring down his forehead as an apparent clash marred the build-up to the upcoming undisputed world heavyweight clash between his son, Tyson Fury, and Oleksandr Usyk in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The incident occurred during the pre-fight media day when John Fury appeared to headbutt a member of Usyk’s entourage. Tensions flared at the hotel during Monday’s event, and video footage on social media showed security personnel intervening and separating the rival camps.
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45. Ring announcer botches boxing result, initially declares wrong championВс, 12 мая[-/+]Автор(?) A ring announcer’s error following a women’s bantamweight championship in Perth, Australia, on Sunday stunned the boxing world as reigning champion Nina Hughes seemingly reclaimed her title then lost it in a matter of seconds.
Hughes was initially announced as the winner over Cherneka Johnson, but her fist-pumping celebration was cut short when the referee brought both women back to the center of the ring. The announcer, Daniel Hennessey, then correctly re-read the results, which placed the Australian fighter Johnson (16-2) on top with a majority decision. Two judges had her... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
46. Naoya Inoue survives first career knockdown to beat Luis Nery, retain undisputed super-bantamweight titleПн, 06 мая[-/+]Автор(?) Naoya Inoue survived the first knockdown of his career to stay undisputed super-bantamweight champion with a sixth-round knockout of Luis Nery in Tokyo.
Pound-for-pound king Inoue was floored for the first time as a professional in a shock opening round at the Tokyo Dome, Japan but climbed off the canvas to knock former two-weight world champion Nery down twice before ending the fight by KO just before the halfway point.
Inoue — known as ‘The Monster’ — stays undefeated with a perfect 27-0 record including 24 knockouts. Nery falls to 35-2 (27 KO).
FOLDED HIM.
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47. Canelo Alvarez outclasses Jaime Munguia to defend title, reputation as world’s preeminent boxerВс, 05 мая[-/+]Автор(?) The crown on Canelo Alvarez’s head is as snug as ever.
“I am the best fighter right now, for sure,” the 33-year-old living legend said after his dominant unanimous decision victory (scorecards of 115-113, 117-110 and 116-111) over Jaime Munguia to defend both his undisputed super middleweight title and his reputation as the greatest Mexican boxer alive.
In what was billed by some to be a potential passing of the torch, the 27-year-old Munguia couldn’t use his explosive power to steal Alvarez’s thunder, whose grip on that torch was as tight as ever on Saturday... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
48. Ryan Garcia tested positive for PED ostarine before upsetting Devin Haney, per VADA: ReportsЧт, 02 мая[-/+]Автор(?) The day before Ryan Garcia stunned the boxing world with his upset over Devin Haney on April 20, the controversial boxer tested positive for the performance-enhancing substance ostarine, according to a letter from the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association obtained by ESPN on Wednesday. News of the positive test was first shared by journalist Dan Rafael, who also reported that Garcia’s pre-fight sample screened positive for 19-norandrosterone.
Garcia denied using any banned substances in a video posted to X, formerly Twitter, on Wednesday night.
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49. Ryan Garcia stuns boxing world, defeats Devin Haney after months of concerning anticsВс, 21 апр[-/+]Автор(?) Ryan Garcia spent the last three months leaving analysts and pundits far more concerned for his personal well-being than impressed with his boxing prowess.
With a handful of explosive left hooks, he reminded the boxing world why he’s “King Ryan,” defeating WBC super lightweight champ Devin Haney by majority decision on Saturday night in what may have already wrapped up the discussion of the best bout of 2024.
“Come on y’all, you really thought I was crazy?” Garcia yelled after the win.
Sweet Chin Music ?
Here are all 3 knockdowns @RyanGarcia delivered to... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
51. Canelo Alvarez to defend super middleweight belt vs. Jaime Munguia on May 4 in Las VegasСб, 09 мар[-/+]Автор(?) Canelo Alvarez will defend his super middleweight championship on May 4 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas against fellow Mexican boxer Jaime Munguia, the promotions announced Friday.
Alvarez, the face of the sport, has not fought since defeating Jermell Charlo via unanimous decision in September 2023. According to multiple reports, Alvarez was nearing a bout against Jermell’s twin brother, Jermall, but the matchup did not come to fruition.
Alvarez (60-2) has won three straight bouts by unanimous decision since losing to Dmitry Bivol up multiple divisions at light heavyweight in May 2022. It... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
53. Mike Tyson and Jake Paul to meet in heavyweight boxing fight on NetflixЧт, 07 мар[-/+]Автор(?) Mike Tyson and Jake Paul will meet in a heavyweight boxing fight that will be streamed globally on Netflix, it has been announced.
The former world heavyweight champion, 57, will face the 27-year-old social media influencer-turned-fighter at AT&T Stadium — the home of the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys — on July 20.
Paul, who owns a 9-1 record since turning professional in January 2020, fought former NBA player Nate Robinson on the undercard of Tyson’s fight against Roy Jones Jr. in November of the same year.
“It’s crazy to think that in my second pro fight, I went viral for knocking... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
55. Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk unification fight postponed due to Briton’s eye injuryПт, 02 фев[-/+]Автор(?) Tyson Fury’s fight with Oleksandr Usyk for the undisputed world heavyweight title has been postponed after the British fighter suffered a cut to his eye.
The two undefeated boxers signed a deal for a unification fight last September and the pair were due to meet on February 17 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
But the bout has been called off after Fury – who holds the WBC belt – sustained a deep cut to his right eye in a sparring session in Riyadh. A new date has yet to be set but is likely to be this summer.
A statement from boxing promoter Frank Warren read: “The cut…... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
57. WWE’s Vince McMahon resigns from TKO Group day after lawsuit alleging sex trafficking, physical abuseСб, 27 янв[-/+]Автор(?) WWE founder and former chairman Vince McMahon has resigned from his positions within TKO Group and no longer has a role with TKO or WWE, the professional wrestling company his family created.
The news comes one day after an explosive lawsuit filed against McMahon, WWE and former WWE executive John Laurinaitis over allegations of sex trafficking, abuse and other charges. McMahon had been a TKO board member and was executive chairman of the board.
In a statement, McMahon said the lawsuit was “replete with lies” and instances that never occurred, and that he would defend himself against the... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
58. WWE’s Vince McMahon accused of sex trafficking, physical abuse in lawsuitПт, 26 янв[-/+]Автор(?) A woman has accused WWE co-founder Vince McMahon, the WWE and former company executive John Laurinaitis of sex trafficking, physical and emotional abuse, sexual assault and negligence in a lawsuit obtained by The Athletic.
The complaint, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut on Thursday and first reported by the Wall Street Journal, sheds more light on the investigations into McMahon’s misconduct, behavior that allegedly included millions in payments to women to keep quiet about their experiences with him. One of those women, Janel Grant, is the plaintiff in this... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
59. Anthony Joshua vs. Francis Ngannou boxing match set for March in Saudi Arabia: SourceСб, 06 янв[-/+]Автор(?) Former unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua will face MMA star Francis Ngannou in a boxing match in March in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, a source close to the situation confirmed to The Athletic on Friday. Ariel Helwani was first to break the news.
The bout is expected to be 10 rounds.
Ngannou, a former UFC heavyweight champion who left for the Professional Fighters League in 2023, made his professional boxing debut against WBC heavyweight titleholder Tyson Fury in October. He shocked the combat world by knocking Fury down in the third round of a close split decision loss that some felt he... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
61. Deontay Wilder suffers shock defeat to Joseph Parker, Anthony Joshua knocks out Otto WallinВс, 24 дек 2023[-/+]Автор(?) Deontay Wilder suffered only the third defeat of his professional career as Joseph Parker earned a unanimous decision victory in their world heavyweight fight in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The American, a former WBC champion, was outclassed throughout with Parker coming out on top of all three scorecards, 118-111, 118-110 and 120-108.
Wilder, 38, had earned the reputation of one of the most feared one-punch knockout artists of his generation but never looked close to living up to that lofty billing in a hugely disappointing first outing in 14 months with plans for a much-anticipated meeting with... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
63. Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder to fight on same card in Saudi ArabiaСр, 15 ноя 2023[-/+]Автор(?) The former heavyweight world champions Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder will fight separate opponents on the same night in Saudi Arabia on December 23.
Joshua, two-time former unified world heavyweight champion, will face Otto Wallin, the 32-year-old Swede with a 26-1 professional record who previously lost to Tyson Fury.
Wilder, the former WBC champion, will meanwhile take on Joseph Parker, who previously held the WBO belt but lost it to Joshua in March 2018.
If Joshua and Wilder both win they could face one another in 2024. Fury and Oleksandr Usyk hold the heavyweight world titles and are... Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
64. Tyson Fury narrowly avoids upset, beats Francis Ngannou by split decision in heavyweight fightВс, 29 окт 2023[-/+]Автор(?) Tyson Fury narrowly avoided one of the biggest upsets in combat sports history to beat Francis Ngannou by a split decision in their heavyweight clash in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The WBC champion was knocked down in the third round by the former UFC fighter – competing in his first professional boxing match – before ultimately going the distance and claiming a points victory over 10 hugely competitive rounds.
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The Brit was judged to have won 96-93, 95-94 on two of the three scorecards. Ngannou came out victorious on the other, 95-94.
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69. Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk sign deal for undisputed world heavyweight title fightПт, 29 сен 2023[-/+]Автор(?) Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk have finally signed a deal to fight for the undisputed world heavyweight title.
WBC champion Fury and Usyk, the WBO, WBA and IBF title holder, will meet in the ring in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The fight date is yet to be confirmed but is likely to fall late in 2023 or early in 2024.
The prospect of a unification title fight has long been in the works with both fighters unable to come to an agreement on terms until now.
Frank Warren, of Queensberry Promotions, said: “Delighted to finally get this fight signed. This is the biggest fight that could possibly be... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
71. PIF chairman Mohammed bin Salman ‘doesn’t care’ about ‘sportswashing’ accusationsЧт, 21 сен 2023[-/+]Автор(?) Mohammed bin Salman, the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia and chairman of the country’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), says he “doesn’t care” about accusations of “sportswashing”.
Allegations have been made that Saudi Arabia is investing in sports and leveraging high-profile events to enhance its global reputation.
PIF led a consortium that went on to complete a takeover of Newcastle United in 2021. Chairman of the Premier League club, Yasir Al-Rumayyan, is the governor of PIF.
The Gulf state has also invested in other sports, launching LIV golf and holding... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
72. ESPN launching sportsbook in fall: What this means for the media giant, Barstool Sports and bettorsСр, 09 авг 2023[-/+]Автор(?) By Nando Di Fino, Richard Deitsch and Jon Greenberg
ESPN is launching ESPN BET, a branded sportsbook for bettors in the United States, the company announced Tuesday. Here’s what you need to know:
ESPN is partnering with PENN Entertainment, which will rebrand its current sportsbook, effective this fall.
As part of the deal, PENN Entertainment sold Barstool Sports back to founder Dave Portnoy.
ESPN BET will be available in the 16 legalized betting states where PENN Entertainment is licensed.
ESPN has entered an agreement with @PENNEntertain to launch ESPN BET, a branded sportsbook in... Медиа: image / jpg | ↑ |
97. Ryan Garcia vs. Gervonta Davis megafight official for early 2023Пт, 18 ноя 2022[-/+] Ryan Garcia and Gervonta Davis, two of the biggest rising stars in boxing, announced on social media they have agreed in principle to a 2023 bout. Showtime Sports President Stephen Espinoza later confirmed the matchup. Here’s what we know:
Exact date, location and weight has not been made official. Multiple reports say it will be a catchweight bout at 136 pounds in Las Vegas in April.
Davis tweeted he will have one fight against a yet-to-be-announced opponent on Jan. 7.
Garcia is 23-0 with 19 KOs while Davis is 27-0 with 25 KOs.
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