Olympic silver medallist Joe Joyce (12-0, 11 KOs) is targeting a rematch with Anthony Joshua’s WBO mandatory Oleksandr Usyk (18-0, 13 KOs) next, but is unprepared to wait around forever before that proposed bout takes place according to manager Sam Jones. Time is of the essence for the 35-year-old Brit, if he’s to ultimately achieve his world heavyweight title aspirations. Continue reading
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Whyte eager for in-ring return, while Povetkin not ready yet as retirement looms large
After seeing domestic rival Anthony Joshua retain his world titles with a R9 KO victory against Kubrat Pulev inside Wembley Arena last weekend, Dillian Whyte (27-2, 18 KOs) is in no mood to wait much longer for a proposed rematch against WBC interim heavyweight champion Alexander Povetkin (36-2-1, 25 KOs), four months after a surprise fifth-round knockout defeat. Continue reading
Anthony Joshua earns R9 KO victory over Kubrat Pulev, retains his HW titles
Anthony Joshua (24-1) shook off ring rust and occasional nervy moments after an explosive third-round to blast IBF mandatory challenger Kubrat Pulev (28-2) – retaining his heavyweight titles with a ninth-round KO win. Naturally, the attention turns towards WBC champion Tyson Fury: there’s clear determination from their promoters to make a unification bout in 2021.
Povetkin’s promoter: After Whyte rematch, we’re pursuing Tyson Fury next
According to his promoter Andrey Ryabinsky, new WBC interim-heavyweight champion Alexander Povetkin has his sights set on ending Tyson Fury’s unbeaten record in 2021 with a proposed mandatory defence, but first has to beat Dillian Whyte in their November 21 rematch. Continue reading
Eddie Hearn: Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury agree two-fight deal in principle
Talk about timing. Less than a day after US boxing returned with a dominant display by WBO featherweight champion Shakur Stevenson in Las Vegas, it has emerged two fights have been agreed in principle between the two world champion heavyweights Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury – optimistic for the summer of 2021. Continue reading
Andy Ruiz’s new coach Eddy Reynoso warned: watch him closely or he’ll be lazy
Last week, former heavyweight champion Andy Ruiz announced that he hired highly-respected trainer Eddy Reynoso as his new coach. However, the 43-year-old has been warned to keep him motivated if he’s to reclaim gold again in future. Continue reading
David Haye: Anthony Joshua is only boxer in HW division able to beat Tyson Fury
Former two-division world champion David Haye has shared his view that Anthony Joshua (23-1) is the only boxer in the heavyweight division right now who is capable of beating current WBC champion Tyson Fury (30-1-0). Continue reading
Wilder describes his ‘zombie’ night, insists Fury is not true champion yet
Deontay Wilder admits he’s still in disbelief at what happened as Tyson Fury ended his undefeated streak by knockout during their February rematch, while insisting the Gypsy King cannot claim to be true WBC champion until their trilogy bout.
Tyson Fury dethrones Deontay Wilder with brilliant R7 TKO, wins WBC heavyweight belt
Earlier this week, Deontay Wilder said Tyson Fury should be thankful for ‘feeding’ him. Oh, how quickly things can change. After being humbled with a R7 TKO defeat – the first loss of his pro career – Deontay’s sloppy display has propelled Fury further into dizzying heights and gifted him the WBC heavyweight strap too.
Wilder-Fury II: Frank Warren confirms third fight clause inserted in contract
Set to do battle this weekend in a rematch after their thrilling draw in December 2018, Tyson Fury’s promoter Frank Warren has confirmed an agreement is already in place for a trilogy fight between himself and WBC champion Deontay Wilder. Continue reading
WBO order Joshua to face mandatory challenger Usyk within next 180 days
Fresh after exacting revenge on Andy Ruiz Jr during their rematch, there’s no rest for Anthony Joshua: WBO president Paco Valcarcel confirmed post-fight he must defend that title against mandatory challenger Oleksandr Usyk within the next 180 days, or vacate. Continue reading
Anthony Joshua regains heavyweight titles with disciplined points win vs. Andy Ruiz Jr
Six months on from one of the sport’s most staggering upsets, Anthony Joshua reclaimed his world heavyweight titles in style with an impressive points victory – 119-109, 118-110, 118-110 – during the Andy Ruiz Jr rematch on Saudi Arabian soil.