World Boxing News News Updates

MVP CEO Nikisa Bidarian has finally explained a major reason why the Jake Paul vs Gervonta “Tank” Davis fight was canceled, offering rare insight into the Netflix headliner’s collapse. Bidarian, speaking exclusively to Ariel Helwani, confirmed that the decision was ethical, not financial, and focused instead on a stern warning… Read more »

The fight for boxing’s future is heating up in Congress, and the sport’s biggest names are speaking out. Boxing legend Evander Holyfield is publicly warning that proposed changes to the Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act could hand control of the sport to corporate interests, creating a UFC-style closed league. “When… Read more »

Adrien Broner has finally stepped back into the gym—17 months after his knockout loss to Blair Cobbs stalled his comeback fight plans. The former four-weight world champion has been largely absent from the boxing world, prioritizing time away from training and personal controversies over the discipline required to stay elite.… Read more »

A nuclear-level betting scandal has erupted in the UFC. Unconfirmed reports suggest more than 100 fights may have displayed abnormal betting patterns — prompting immediate FBI involvement. While the staggering numbers remain under investigation, the promotion, led by a defiant Dana White, moved immediately to protect its events and the… Read more »

Chris Eubank Jr. just dropped a shocking photo of his brutal injuries from the Conor Benn fight, simultaneously unleashing on the ‘online mob’ who claim he lied about the ambulance delay. Facing down the firestorm, Eubank Jr is not playing the victim; he’s sounding the alarm over fighter safety ahead… Read more »

Matchroom Boxing is breaking new ground. On Saturday, December 20, Eddie Hearn will stage MB’s first-ever African event at Accra’s Legon Sports Stadium, live worldwide on DAZN. This isn’t just another show — it’s a statement that Africa is now part of the global boxing conversation. South London Rivals Set… Read more »

Here’s the uncomfortable truth: when real, professional boxers beg a YouTuber for a payday, it signals that the sport has quietly shifted — and not for the better. Yes, Jake Paul’s now-off November 14 showdown with Gervonta Davis is behind us, but the story here is what the collapse reveals.… Read more »

Frank “The Ghost” Martin will make his return to the ring in a ten-round super lightweight test against former two-division world champion Rances Barthelemy on Saturday, December 6. The bout headlines a free PBC on Prime Video triple-header live from the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio. Martin, 18-1 (12… Read more »

Tommy Morrison’s son, Kenzie Morrison, isn’t hiding anymore — and he wants Jake Paul, unequivocally. The Oklahoma native recently took to social media, calling out the YouTuber and promoter again with a clear, unmistakable message: “I’m a ranked, active son of a two-time heavyweight champion and Rocky V co-star! Everyone… Read more »

World Boxing News caught up with one of European boxing’s most respected figures, Bernd Boente, for an exclusive insight into the state of the heavyweight division — and the enduring question of whether Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua will ever happen. In this exclusive interview, Boente analyzes Joshua’s mental flaws,… Read more »