The Fastest Rising Star in Boxing, ‘King’ Callum Walsh, (10-0, 8 KOs), of Cork, Ireland, will make his highly anticipated return to Southern California, defending his WBC Continental Americas Super Welterweight Title on Friday, June 7 in the ten-round main event against knockout machine Carlos Ortiz, (14-5, 14 KOs), of Torreon, Mexico at the Chumash… Callum Walsh remains active on June 7 against Carlos Ortiz The post Callum Walsh remains active on June 7 against Carlos Ortiz appeared first on World Boxing News ..read more

The Green and Gold belt is the emblem of the World Boxing Council (WBC) and the highest recognition for those who enter the ring; However, the WBC has created a series of special and unique belts in order to reward and recognize the fights that have transcended the history of boxing, a special trophy that… WBC unveils Tamaulipas belt for Canelo vs Munguia on May 4 The post WBC unveils Tamaulipas belt for Canelo vs Munguia on May 4 appeared first on World Boxing News ..read more

Red Owl Boxing will return with its next installment of the BOX FEST series when it presents a special Cinco de Mayo edition on Friday, May 3, streaming live on DAZN globally in more than 200 territories and regions from the state-of-the-art “Owl’s Nest” in Houston. BOX FEST IX will be headlined by two exciting… Edward Vazquez vs Daniel Bailey tops Box Fest IX on May 3 The post Edward Vazquez vs Daniel Bailey tops Box Fest IX on May 3 appeared first on World Boxing News ..read more

Jorge Masvidal has promised to knock Nate Diaz out on June 1 when the pair of UFC legends fight it out in the boxing ring. Masvidal, who won the BMF belt during his tenure in Dana White’s Ultimate Fighting Championship, has since become a promoter.  The 39-year-old ‘Gambred Fighter’ is chasing legacy-enhancing victories and sees… Jorge Masvidal aims to take Nate Diaz out Kimbo Slice style The post Jorge Masvidal aims to take Nate Diaz out Kimbo Slice style appeared first on World Boxing News ..read more

Ryan Garica weighed 3.2 pounds over the contracted world super lightweight title weight, costing the Golden Boy star more than money. Adding to the fact Garcia has to pay Haney $1.5 million after making a bet at the final press conference, Garcia can no longer win the WBC championship. If Garcia had won against Haney,… Overweight Ryan Garcia pays Devin Haney $1.5m, loses title shot The post Overweight Ryan Garcia pays Devin Haney $1.5m, loses title shot appeared first on World Boxing News ..read more

The World Boxing Association has revealed its latest stipulations at 168 and 175 pounds, Canelo Alvarez knows who his next opponent will be. If Canelo comes through Jaime Munguia, the WBA will order the Mexican superstar to battle Edgar Berlanga in September, further delaying the possibility of a David Benavidez blockbuster. Berlanga was in line… Canelo’s next opponent set as WBA creates a new ‘regular’ title The post Canelo’s next opponent set as WBA creates a new ‘regular’ title appeared first on World Boxing News ..read more

Deontay Wilder has to get in the queue, says Oleksandr Usyk’s promoter, even with a rejuvenating victory over Zhilei Zhang on June 1. Speaking to WBN, Alexander Krassyuk stated Wilder will not be guaranteed a shot at the heavyweight title if he defeats Zhang in their punch-out battle in Saudi Arabia. Krassyuk even says Wilder… Exclusive: Deontay Wilder warned of queue for Usyk title shot The post Exclusive: Deontay Wilder warned of queue for Usyk title shot appeared first on World Boxing News ..read more

Ryan Garcia took the majority of the spotlight during fight week festivities for his clash with Devin Haney, unsurprisingly given his demeanor. The brash, manic, confident, and edgy persona he’s adopted since the event was confirmed a couple of months ago was front and center for all to witness in the flesh. The press conference… Ryan Garcia: Genius salesman or in serious danger The post Ryan Garcia: Genius salesman or in serious danger appeared first on World Boxing News ..read more

The International Boxing Hall of Fame is pleased to announce that Hall of Famer Julian “The Hawk” Jackson is returning for the 2024 Hall of Fame Induction Weekend. “Julian Jackson is one of the most devastating punchers in boxing history and provided so many thrilling moments for boxing fans,” said Hall of Fame director Edward… Julian ‘The Hawk’ Jackson set for Hall of Fame weekend The post Julian ‘The Hawk’ Jackson set for Hall of Fame weekend appeared first on World Boxing News ..read more

Two-division world champion Oscar Valdez has confirmed that he will appear at the Seventh Annual Box Fan Expo on Saturday May 4, 2024 at the Las Vegas Convention Center from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Expo will also coincide with the mega fight between Canelo Alvarez vs Jaime Munguia, that will take place later… Oscar Valdez to attend Box Fan Expo in Las Vegas The post Oscar Valdez to attend Box Fan Expo in Las Vegas appeared first on World Boxing News ..read more