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“No Fighter in History”- Terence Crawford Reveals Exactly Why Gervonta Davis Shou

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“No Fighter in History”- Terence Crawford Reveals Exactly Why Gervonta Davis Should Fight Shakur Stevenson

It’s a close-knit band. A band of brothers: Terence Crawford, Andre Ward, and Shakur Stevenson.

In many ways, they represent the past, present, and future of boxing. Ward was Stevenson’s manager when he made his professional debut in 2017 and then, guiding Stevenson through the ups and downs of his career, Crawford was like his big brother. No wonder the older boxer is looking out for Stevenson.

Here’s the thing: Shakur Stevenson has long been under fire for his fighting style. Even the ninth-round drubbing of Josh Padley fell short of convincing the skeptics. Standing at the forefront, Gervonta Davis joins those who believe Stevenson’s resume needs a significant boost, but despite the latter’s callout, the Baltimorean has remained noncommittal. However, Crawford may have just made Stevenson’s case stronger.

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During an interview with The Ring, Terence Crawford shared his views about the stacked lightweight division. With Shakur Stevenson wearing the WBC belt and the likes of Gervonta Davis, Vasyl Lomachenko, and Keyshawn Davis joining the championship roster, the division is a hotbed of immense talent. However, if asked to choose the best, Stevenson is Crawford’s obvious pick.

“I talked to him [Stevenson] and told him just be yourself you know, just keep winning. It doesn’t matter what the naysayers say and what the people that’s having certain agendas against him have to say.”

“He’s a great fighter. These fighters can’t beat him. So they want to make him a normal fighter and fight the fight that they want him to fight because he is unnatural. He has his own style. There’s no fighter in history that I can remember to have a style like Shakur Stevenson,” he insisted.

In the current generation, perhaps no other boxer/fighter knows and understands the sweet science better than Terence Crawford. It’s something Oleksandr Usyk frequently acknowledges. According to the heavyweight champion, Crawford is the best boxer of the era. That’s why his discerning eyes can easily identify special talents like Stevenson.

Gervonta Davis: Is Shakur Stevenson on your radar?

It’s not the first time Crawford heaped praises on Shakur Stevenson. A month ago, he joined Stevenson to watch close associate Keyshawn Davis’ title fight with Denys Berinchyk. During the post-fight interaction with the media, he stated that in the current lineup, he foresaw only Keyshawn Davis and Shakur Stevenson capable of defeating Gervonta Davis.

When asked about a potential title unification at 135 pounds, he said that Gervonta Davis knows “what he is up against when he fights Shakur or Keyshawn.” Throwing a sweeping shot at the Baltimorean who has been frequently criticized for fighting sub-par opponents, Crawford said that those kinds of fighters do not have the mental makeup to last tough exchanges.

Hence, “Them two guys (Shakur and Keyshawn) right there, you know what I mean, is going to be the ones that, you know, give him (Tank) his first ‘L,’” claimed Crawford in February. On the same note, both the boxers are confident they could defeat ‘Tank’.

In fact, Stevenson has been trying to fight Gervonta for years now, but things simply haven’t worked out. “The ball is in his court. I can’t say ‘I’m going to send him an offer’. Turki [Alalshikh] can,” the boxer said in January.

Shakur Stevenson certainly doesn’t need anyone’s validation. Despite his resume lacking big names, Stevenson has consistently showcased his brilliant skills. With extraordinary defensive techniques and a ring IQ capable of troubling even the best sluggers, he poses a serious threat to the current roster. After the Lamont Roach debacle, if Gervonta Davis truly wants to elevate his career before his suggested retirement, fighting Shakur Stevenson could cement his legacy in boxing history.

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“He wanted that”: Manny Pacquiao refused one condition for Floyd

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“He wanted that”: Manny Pacquiao refused one condition for Floyd Mayweather rematch

Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather are set for a professionally sanctioned rematch in September, eleven years on from their first meeting.

In 2015, Mayweather took a unanimous decision on the cards in what is still the highest grossing boxing bout of all time. The fight had marinated for around six years and was underwhelming to many fans. A rematch when both are close to 50 years old won’t right that wrong, but there’s little doubt that it will generate significant interest.

Whilst Pacquiao made a professional return last year – fighting to a draw with then WBC welterweight world champion Mario Barrios – Mayweather has only stepped through the ropes for exhibitions since 2017.

Manny Pacquiao refused one condition for Floyd Mayweather rematch: “He wanted that”

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‘PacMan’ told Sports Center that when his rival decided to return to the pro ranks, the return fight was immediately on the table.

“It just happens that I’m still active in boxing and he came out from retirement. So, he decided to do it again. This is it. I’m so excited for the fight.”

The Filipino fighting icon fought with a shoulder injury at the MGM Grand in 2015, and hopes this time around, despite being well past his prime, he will be fresh to deliver an exciting main event.

“I learnt a lot from that fight, way back in 2015. We’ve become mature now and [know] how to handle it. I hope that it will happen again like the way it was in 2015 – the experience – not really 100%, but [close.] I’m hoping this time around no excuses, especially to my condition.”

The fight has added intrigue given Mayweather will put his precious undefeated record on the line, but Pacquiao revealed that he had first tried to avoid that by making the bout an exhibition.

“Before, he wanted an exhibition with me. I disagree. I don’t want to fight an exhibition with him. I want to fight a real fight like this. This is it. This is what [I’ve been] waiting for.”

Netflix will stream the fight live from The Sphere, Las Vegas on September 19. Mayweather’s record will either notch upwards to 51-0, or remain at 50 wins if Pacquiao can turn back the clock.

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Anthony Joshua’s family make feelings clear on potential July boxin

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Anthony Joshua’s family make feelings clear on potential July boxing return as Brit continues recovery from tragic crash

ANTHONY JOSHUA’s family will “fully” support him if he chooses to return to the ring.

AJ’s fighting future has been up in the air since the fatal car crash which killed his two close friends and team members, Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami, in Nigeria last December.

Anthony Joshua with Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele.

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Joshua, 36, miraculously escaped the horror smash with minor injuries by swapping seats moments before the ill-fated journey took place.

The former two-time unified heavyweight champion has yet to speak on his fighting future, although he has been training and spoken of plans to honour his late friends.

And according to his uncle Ademola, the entire Joshua family will throw their weight behind him should he choose to lace up his gloves again.

Ademola told Nigerian newspaper The Punch: “We are proud of him, very proud of him.

“The way we, the elderly, think is very different from theirs, but it is all at his discretion.

“He makes the full decision, and we have full respect for him, whatever he decides.

“Whatever he has decided within himself, we will support him fully.”

Watching his nephew – who last fought in December against Jake Paul – trade yet more blows with some of the hardest-hitting humans on the planet won’t be easy for Ademola.

He said: “Each time he’s knocked down, it is just like the heart is coming out of our chest.

“All these emotional feelings whenever he’s fighting, it’s too much trauma for us also.”

Ademola’s comments on AJ potentially fighting again come on the back of promoter Eddie Hearn revealing he’s tentatively targeting a July return for the Watford warrior.

He told Boxing Scene: “[He was] due to fight in March, then fight Tyson Fury in August.

“That’s not happening anymore. He won’t be fighting Tyson Fury next.

“He’s going to come back late summer but physically he’s not in a position to return to camp.

“So I’m planning, but he’s just resting and preparing.

“We’ve really not had any solid plans to announce what’s next. I’m looking at options to get him in the ring in July time.

“But we’ll only know if that’s a real possibility when he returns to camp, which will hopefully be in the next couple of weeks.

“I think there’s nothing more that he wants at the moment than to return to training camp because it’s where he loves to be.”

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Why Eddie Hearn Walks Back Anthony Joshua July Return Talk

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Eddie Hearn is walking back the buzz around Anthony Joshua potentially returning to the ring in July, clarifying that his earlier comments were speculative and that nothing has been decided.

Speaking to BoxingScene, Hearn explained that the chatter about a summer comeback stemmed from discussions about Joshua simply returning to the gym — not committing to a fight.

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“I think he’s thinking about going back to [training] camp. I don’t think he’s thinking about fighting,” Hearn said. “He’s just thinking about, at some point, returning to training camp because I think he likes doing that, and that’s going to give him the answers as to ‘if’ and ‘when’ [he fights again].”

Hearn noted that Joshua could be heading back into camp within the next two to three weeks, which would then open the door for more concrete conversations about timing and opponents.

“Only then can there be a conversation about what’s realistic time wise and opponent wise, and that’s why we said July-ish could be a potential return,” Hearn said. “No decisions made yet.”

The promoter acknowledged the speculation had taken on a life of its own, but stressed that multiple outcomes remain on the table. Joshua could return in July, push a fight to the end of the year, or step away from the sport entirely.

“He could also go back to training camp and determine he’s not ready yet, and fight at the end of the year, or decide his heart isn’t in it anymore,” Hearn said. “I think training camp is a good place for him, because it’s a place that he feels very happy and motivated, and hopefully physically, he’ll feel like he’s ready to return.”

Joshua’s most recent ring appearance was a sixth-round knockout victory over Jake Paul on Netflix in December 2025 — a performance that had reignited talk of a serious comeback. But just 10 days after the fight, a fatal car accident in Nigeria cast a shadow over those plans, claiming the lives of two members of his inner circle — personal trainer Latif Ayodele and strength and conditioning coach Sina Ghami — and leaving Joshua to reflect on his future in the sport. Whether he laces up again remains an open question for now.

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Why Pacquiao–Mayweather 2 Finally Came Together After Years of

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Why Pacquiao–Mayweather 2 Finally Came Together After Years of Failed Talks

For years, a rematch between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr. seemed inevitable — and yet always out of reach.

According to Pacquiao and his promotional team, the long-anticipated sequel only came together when timing aligned, negotiations simplified, and the right platform emerged to deliver the fight on a global scale.

“This was a lot of work,” said Jazz Mathur, chairman and CEO of Limitless X Holdings, Inc. and CEO of Manny Pacquiao Promotions. “It took a lot of time. Manny tried — I wouldn’t say failed — but planted seeds. It just took the right time and the right team in place to be able to get it done.”

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The rematch, scheduled for Sept. 19 in Las Vegas, will be streamed globally by Netflix, marking one of the streaming giant’s most significant moves into traditional professional boxing.

Years of Talk, Little Movement

Pacquiao and Mayweather first fought in May 2015 in what was billed as “The Fight of the Century.”

While Mayweather won by unanimous decision, the bout’s legacy remained divisive despite generating more than $600 million in total revenue and a record 4.4 million pay-per-view buys.

In the years that followed, speculation about a rematch never fully faded — but talks repeatedly stalled.

The Ring Magazine reported in October that the two sides were again in discussions, with a fall date targeted. Even then, Mathur said, the biggest challenge was not convincing the fighters but navigating the layers around them.

‘Too Many Chefs in the Kitchen’

Mathur said the most persistent obstacle was the number of intermediaries involved over the years — and how deals were presented.

“The biggest barrier is sometimes there are people in the way who don’t present the deal the right way or aren’t able to get it closed,” Mathur said. “A lot of times people look after themselves rather than looking after the fighters and what the fans want.”

He said negotiations often broke down when too many voices attempted to control the process.

“When you have too many chefs in the kitchen, it always spoils the food,” Mathur said.

According to Mathur, once talks narrowed to the right decision-makers — and with a clear vision for distribution — progress accelerated.

Pacquiao’s Return Reignites Talks

Another turning point came when Pacquiao returned to the ring last year after a brief retirement. In July, the 47-year-old challenged Mario Barrios for the WBC welterweight title in Las Vegas, earning a majority draw.

“Manny came out of retirement. He did a return pro fight,” Mathur said. “Obviously Floyd sees that.”

Mathur said Mayweather’s competitive nature played a role in reopening discussions.

“Floyd’s very competitive,” he said. “He feels he can come in and do the same thing. So why not give it that chance?”

Mayweather, who retired undefeated at 50-0, recently announced plans to return to boxing in a professional capacity after an April 25 exhibition bout against Mike Tyson, clearing another hurdle toward finalizing the deal.

Pacquiao confirmed that earlier talks failed in part because he was unwilling to participate in an exhibition bout.

“I didn’t want an exhibition,” Pacquiao said in a recent interview. “I want a real fight.”

Netflix’s Global Platform Seals It

Ultimately, Mathur said Netflix’s reach was the final piece.

“Netflix is a global phenomenon,” he said. “We’ll have hundreds of millions of people viewing this. There are so many additional opportunities that come out of it.”

Rather than relying on a traditional pay-per-view model, the fight will be available to Netflix subscribers worldwide, expanding its potential audience beyond boxing’s core fan base.

More than 11 years after their first meeting, Pacquiao and Mayweather are set to revisit one of boxing’s most enduring rivalries — not because of nostalgia alone, but because, this time, the deal finally came together the right way

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Gervonta Davis Coach Comments on ‘Tank’s Return to Boxing

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Calvin Ford, the long-time coach for Gervonta Davis, has commented on the probability of Tank returning to the ring.

The former pound-for-pound boxing star last fought in April, 2026, when he shared a disputed draw with Lamont Roach Jr.

Since then, he was linked with a Roach rematch but instead moved toward an exhibition involving Jake Paul on Netflix. Most Valuable Promotions, though, canceled that event amid allegations ‘Tank’ had committed battery causing injury. Though he denies the allegations, the matter remains unresolved at the time of publication.

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The sport of boxing continues without Davis but, per Ford, the fighter’s comeback will be for a big fight.

“He ain’t going anywhere,” Ford told the Rize Podcast. “Tank is still here. And I guarantee you something that will happen. Everybody miss Tank fighting, and when he come back it will be the right fight as we want to entertain.

“Things happen for a reason to make a person much stronger,” Ford added. “One of the guys you truly love is not in the mix right now but he will be back in the mix. Tank been doing this since he’s been 7 years old. Sometimes you need that reset. Him being away, going through things he’s being through. He looks happy. I can’t wait.

“I can’t tell nobody who I’d to see in the comeback — that’s who we’re going to fight. It’s being promoted right under your nose.”

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During his prime years, Davis forged a reputation as one of boxing’s scariest punchers because of the way in which he was able to finish guys like Jose Pedraza, Leo Santa Cruz, and Mario Barrios. In other wins, he defeated Rolando Romero, Ryan Garcia, and Frank Martin.

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Claressa Shields Reveals Next Fights After Beating Franchon Crew

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Claressa Shields Reveals Next Fights After Beating Franchon Crews-Dezurn

It wasn’t long after Claressa Shields defeated Franchon Crews-Dezurn for a second time when she turned her attention to what’s next for her in boxing.

Shields showcased superior hand-speed, technical qualities and precision in her punching, and also, through trainer John David Jackson, seems to be enhancing her power now that she’s becoming increasingly accustomed to life as a heavyweight.

And so, despite a brutal slugging match that Crews-Dezurn instigated in the opening rounds, Shields adjusted, and boxed in cruise control from there after, earning lopsided scores of 100-90 across the board, and moving her pro record to 18-0 (3 KOs).

Claressa Shields Reveals Next Fights After Beating Franchon Crews-Dezurn

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Speaking live at the time, when on the mic in the middle of the Little Ceasars Arena ring in Detroit, Shields surveyed the women’s boxing landscape and gave an indication of what her next fight in the sport might be.

As far as Shields sees it, she has three options — and they all involve cutting to a weight below the one she’s now accustomed to competing in.

Immediately after her win, she said:

“I’d love to share the ring with Shadasia.”

Green, at 16-1 (11 KOs), is a unified super middleweight champion who recently beat Savannah Marshall. “She’s at 168 pounds,” Shields said. “I’d go down and fight against her.”

Super middleweight appears a division Shields is openly targeting, as she even suggested she’d fight a trilogy against Crews-Dezurn, as her two-time opponent has “belts at 168.”

Shields and Crews-Dezurn were familiar with one another from their amateur days, and then debut as pros against one another, with Claressa taking a win by four-round decision. She topped that with a 10-round decision on Sunday. “You might see Shields vs Crews-Dezurn 3,” she said.

Mikaela Mayer, in the DAZN booth as part of the on-screen talent for the Shields vs Crews-Dezurn 2 fight, promoted by Salita Promotions, was brought up again and again on the broadcast as a viable opponent for Claressa, as it would bring together two prominent pound-for-pound talents in an all-American clash.

For that prospective match-up, Shields offered only one word: “Absolutely.”

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“He’s fighting who I want him to”: Gervonta Davis coach confirms co

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“He’s fighting who I want him to”: Gervonta Davis coach confirms comeback plan

A big update has been given on the fighting future of Gervonta Davis.

Davis hasn’t fought since his controversial draw with Lamont Roach Jr back in March 2025, having been involved in some serious legal issues since then.

He had been scheduled to take on YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul in November, but those problems outside of the ring led to that bout being cancelled, and ‘Tank’ has subsequently been stripped of his WBA lightweight title.

Gervonta Davis coach confirms comeback plan: “He’s fighting who I want him to”

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Many boxing fans have wondered whether or not Davis may ever compete again, but his coach Calvin Ford has insisted to The Rize Podcast that ‘Tank’ will indeed return, and that he has a good idea who he will face.

“He will be back in the mix.

Tank has been doing this sh*t since he was seven-years-old. Sometimes you need that reset because that reset means a lot.

“I can’t wait. I already know who I would like to see for a comeback. The person I want to see him in the ring with is the one we’re going to fight. That’s why I can’t say yet. I’m campaigning for it.

“At the end of the day he has to make the decision on who he wants to fight, but I know it has to be the right opponent, especially for his fans so they can really say I support him. It has to be a fight where they can be like ‘yeah!’”

Davis remains one of the biggest names in the sport, and if he was to return, he is at the top of the hit list for one reigning world champion.

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Netflix officially announces Mayweather vs Pacquiao 2 with date an

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Netflix officially announces Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao 2 with date and venue

The rematch is official. Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao will meet again.

Mayweather and Pacquiao fought in 2015 following around six years of demand for the match-up. Mayweather won a unanimous decision and would go on to retire undefeated two years later. Pacquiao fought on up until 2021, albeit with a two-year break from 2019, and retired on a loss to Yordenis Ugas. He returned to the paid ranks last year, fighting then WBC welterweight world champion Mario Barrios to a draw.

This week, ‘Money’ Mayweather revealed that he would be making a professional return following an exhibition bout with Mike Tyson in April. It came not long after Pacquiao had confirmed his own exhibition against former champion Ruslan Provodnikov for the same month.

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Now, Netflix has officially announced that the two rivals will meet for a second time, over a decade on from their initial encounter, at The Sphere, Las Vegas on September 19.

The futuristic arena, which opened in 2023 just off the Strip, has hosted the UFC and major entertainment events, but is yet to stage a professional boxing card. A September rematch between two of the sport’s biggest commercial forces would mark its first foray into the sweet science – and likely do so on an unprecedented scale.

Mayweather has long prided himself on breaking gate and pay-per-view records, while Pacquiao’s global fanbase remains one of boxing’s most loyal. With Netflix’s accessibility and existing subscriber base, the rematch – a professionally sanctioned contest – can surpass the record-breaking 4.5 million homes of the 2015 bout.

If that first fight was criticised for being over-marinated, a 49-year-old Mayweather and 47-year-old Pacquiao will do little to make that wrong right, but there’s no doubt that the boxing world will stop to watch come September.

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How Ryan Garcia’s backstage celebration takes unexpected turn af

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Ryan Garcia’s backstage celebration takes unexpected turn after title win

You cannot fully vouch for Ryan Garcia, but everything suggests the boxer may be changing old habits – and it showed in a genuine way. For years, many boxing fans questioned whether Garcia would truly become one of the sport’s defining stars. The talent was always there, yet his behavior outside the ring created doubt. Controversial social media activity, reports of substance abuse before fights, and distractions often shifted the focus away from his ability.

Against Mario Barrios, however, Garcia finally looked like the fighter many believed he was meant to be. In Las Vegas, he delivered a one-sided unanimous decision to dethrone the WBC welterweight champion, validating the potential that had followed him since the beginning of his career.

A performance that reset the narrative for now…

The victory did more than add a belt to his résumé. It helped legitimize a career that has experienced sharp highs and visible setbacks. Not long ago, Garcia was reportedly drinking daily during training camp and posting late-night rants ahead of his 2024 bout with Haney. That fight ended in controversy after he failed a post-fight drug test for ostarine. He also served a suspension, struggled in a failed challenge against Rolando “Rolly” Romero for the WBA welterweight title, and delivered performances where his right hand and focus seemed inconsistent. At that point, a world championship appeared distant.

But against Barrios, Garcia showed discipline and speed. His hands were sharp, his combinations fluid, and his opponent struggled to keep up with the pace. It was the kind of showing that reminded observers why expectations were so high in the first place.

The moment no one expected

Still, what truly caught attention came after he stepped out of the ring. In a city like Las Vegas, many assumed the celebration would be loud and excessive. Instead, a short backstage clip revealed something different. Garcia walked in, opened a pack of cookies, and began eating them before anything else. When someone nearby popped a champagne bottle, he flinched, visibly startled.

It was a small gesture, but it felt symbolic. It does not confirm a complete transformation, yet it suggested a shift in mindset at least for now.

Garcia has long been one of boxing’s most polarizing figures. His talent has rarely been questioned; his priorities often were. This win over Barrios showed improvement inside the ring, while his understated backstage reaction hinted at change outside of it.

If this version of Ryan Garcia continues – focused in training, disciplined in competition, and measured in victory – then the unexpected celebration may be remembered as more than just a viral clip. It could mark the moment when potential finally aligned with maturity.

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