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Once an Undisputed Heavyweight Fight, Wilder vs Ruiz Reignites Amid Fan Frenzy

Even years after Deontay Wilder and Andy Ruiz Jr. almost clashed in an undisputed heavyweight fight, fan reaction proves the bout is far from forgotten.

Coverage by World Boxing News has generated almost five million social media impressions since the idea of a blockbuster was floated. Boxing’s top division is clearly craving this showdown.

The frenzy isn’t just online chatter. It reflects a real, tangible demand for the fight today. While other potential matchups remain in limbo, Ruiz recently confirmed to Covers that Wilder is the only top heavyweight realistically available in the coming months.

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“Usyk, Tyson Fury, Joshua, and (Deontay) Wilder for sure – four of them. Those are the big names,” Ruiz said. With Usyk, Fury, and Joshua tied up, Wilder is the only one free to fight soon.

The implications are clear: a clash of styles isn’t just a nostalgic dream. It’s strategically smart for Ruiz, and the division needs it to maintain momentum. The combination of historical significance, high fan interest, and practical availability sets the stage for one of the year’s most compelling heavyweight bouts.

Fan Reaction Sparks Wilder vs Ruiz Blockbuster Buzz
Social engagement on WBN’s coverage has surged in the past 24 hours. Fans across Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook are debating the fight, sharing clips, and demanding a battle. The 5 million impressions underline just how much boxing audiences still care about this showdown.

Ruiz’s comments highlight the scarcity of viable big-money opponents. While Usyk, Tyson Fury, and Joshua are unavailable due to other commitments, Wilder stands out as the only top heavyweight who can step into the ring soon. Fan interest and availability perfectly align for a potential heavyweight eliminator.

Why Fans Crave Wilder vs Ruiz
Between historical significance, fan demand, and realistic availability, Wilder vs Ruiz ticks all the boxes. The fight represents unfinished business, a chance for both men to cement their legacies, and a heavyweight clash that boxing enthusiasts are clearly invested in.

Social media metrics prove that fans are eager, engaged, and ready for the drama to continue as both fighters stare at imminent retirement.

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‘I Have Beaten Anthony Joshua – Here’s How Jake Paul Can Actually Win Their Fight’

The build-up to Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua has been full of heated debates and endless questions surrounding the YouTuber-turned-boxer and whether he can realistically trouble the former unified heavyweight champion.

It’s a match-up not a soul in the boxing world would have expected a few years ago, and yet, here we are, approaching a 19th of December showdown that has captured everyone’s attention for one very simple reason.

Joshua’s boxing CV speaks for itself. With 32 professional bouts and a host of world titles, Olympic medals, and knockouts, it’s understandable that the 6’6″ fighter is the clear favourite. But despite AJ’s dominance over the years, only three fighters on Earth can say they have beaten him cleanly in the ring.

Jake Paul Receives Advice From an Anthony Joshua Conqueror

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Three men, three very different methods, but only one of them has produced the boxing blueprint that could actually apply to Jake. This blueprint brought us to an unlikely moment in Los Angeles.

While giving back at the New Village Girls Academy Turkey Drive, a cause close to him as families struggle through the SNAP/EBT crisis, one of the men that stood tall over Joshua was asked about the upcoming Paul vs AJ bout. What followed certainly wasn’t trash talk, a joke, or even criticism. It was real, genuine advice.

Advice from a man who shook the boxing world to its core in 2019 at Madison Square Garden. From the fighter who handed Joshua his first professional loss via TKO in the seventh round, in one of the greatest upsets across all sports. This advice, he believes, could give the YouTuber a real shot at doing the same.

At first, he kept it simple. He praised Paul’s dedication and insisted that people underestimate him. He suggested that fearlessness, as opposed to boxing technique, would be vital for Paul once the bell rings.

But on top of that, he revealed the real key to matching the upset. The thing Paul needs to do to transform what feels like a giant payday into a boxing shock.

What Andy Ruiz Jr Has Said About Paul vs Joshua

“Just get him with the right hand,” said Andy Ruiz Jr.

Ruiz didn’t dress it up. It wasn’t complicated.

“The right hand is what Jake Paul is looking for. If he lands, he can do good damage.”

Ruiz Jr, of all fighters, will know how difficult Joshua’s size, power, and reach are to manage in a sanctioned fight, but he will also know that Joshua has been rocked before, by fast and confident counter-blows. He knows that because he has executed them.

“He just has to be fearless.”

As simple as it sounds, coming from the man who toppled Joshua at the height of his career is the closest thing that Jake Paul has as a reference study to figure out a way to beat Joshua in the US.

If Jake Paul wants any hope of shocking the world, Ruiz Jr made it clear. One right hand.

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What Bill Clinton told Serena Williams after winning her first Grand

What Bill Clinton told Serena Williams after winning her first Grand Slam at the US Open

In 1999, Serena Williams burst onto the tennis scene after winning her maiden Grand Slam singles title at the US Open.

Serena, seeded seventh at the event, defeated Monica Seles and Lindsay Davenport on her way to the final in New York. There, she defeated Swiss legend Martina Hingis 6-3, 7-6.

At just 17 years old, Serena became the first player from the Williams family to win a Grand Slam singles title.

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This moment represented the start of a glorious career, one that saw Serena win 23 Grand Slam singles titles, 14 major doubles titles, and three Olympic gold medals.

Serena, who also won the 1999 US Open Women’s doubles event alongside Venus, received a call from the US president after winning the singles title.

Bill Clinton told Serena Williams he was rooting for her

After defeating Hingis, Serena received a call from then US President Bill Clinton, who remained in the position until 2001.

It is fair to say that Serena was most definitely excited to receive the call from the President.

She told reporters: “It was very exciting. I thought for sure my day couldn’t get any better. Next thing I knew, someone was telling me, “The President of the United States wants to talk.” I was thinking, “Wow.”

Serena was then asked to reflect upon what the call may mean for women’s tennis, as it had ‘never happened’ before.

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How Tiger Woods’ Global Golf Plans Backfired After He Demand

Tiger Woods’ Global Golf Plans Backfired After He Demanded $3 Million in Appearance Fee

For all his success in growing the game, Tiger Woods once learned that even his star power had its limits when a plan to conquer Australia backfired. It cost Australian taxpayers $3 million for a Tiger Woods experiment that, according to one golf legend, ‘changed nothing.’

Taking a stroll down memory lane, Woods decided to take some taxpayer-funded visits to the land Down Under back in 2009-12. The reason? To revive Australia’s struggling golf scene. With the attention that Woods can generate, hordes of fans flocked to the golf courses to catch a glimpse of the legend. Across three years, Woods’ visits to Sydney and Melbourne witnessed unprecedented levels of crowd engagement. Something the Australian golfing community hadn’t seen since Greg Norman was dominating the field in his prime.

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Unfortunately, Woods’ venture to bring back interest in golf in Australia turned out to be a huge flop. Speaking to Reuters in a 2012 interview, five-time British Open champion Peter Thompson explained how the scenario was quite a stalemate. “I think Tiger Woods’s impact was minimal barring the few days he was here,” Thompson said. “It cost heavily and it changed nothing, fundamentally. The tour still struggles to attract top players because we can’t afford the appearance fees.”

The appearance fee demanded by the American maestro was a whopping $3 million. And with Woods now gone, the crowds, too, have become quite sparse. For example, the 2012 Australian Masters was headlined by local star Adam Scott and Ian Poulter, the star from the Ryder Cup.

And sure enough, things looked pretty somber with the decrease in crowd turnout. Adding further context to the sorry state of affairs Down Under, Australian PGA CEO of 2012, Brian Thouburn, stated, “From an international perspective, on an annual basis we’re not going to get eight to 10 world top 20 ranked players down here. The competitive forces and opportunities in Asia and elsewhere and the long distance mean that it’s just impractical,” said Thouburn.

While Woods’ financial impact in the 2010s was debated, his on-course struggles in Australia began much earlier, with a shocking debut back in 1996 that humbled the future legend.

How Tiger Woods was shocked after his first round in Australia

The Australian PGA Championships and Australian Open are waiting to unfold on the soil of ‘Oz’. At the beginning of December, golf fans would witness Rory McIlroy tee off for the Australian Open, and on the other hand, names like Joaquin Niemann, Min Woo Lee, Adam Scott, and Cameron Smith would headline the American PGA Championships. But behind these updates, a new story has been revealed.

While the Aussie courses have indeed thrown challenges at the American legend, Woods has masterfully handled them all to create a strong record on Australian soil. But recently, Greg Norman has revealed why his Australian Open debut back in 1996 left him ‘shocked’.

Woods’ beginning shots in the Australian Open were a disaster. The first round saw him go seven over par 79. And the tournament ended for him at four over par, which indeed was a shocking result for Woods. And while the Australian Golf Club in Sydney kept on throwing challenges, Woods managed to end the event at T5.

Reflecting on what a toll it took on Woods, Norman shared, “We play very difficult courses here. [Woods] got a shock when he shot 79. Perhaps he will appreciate why Australians play so well when they leave home.” Woods was already struggling to pull off his best form as he was suffering from an illness.

Sharing the update on the same, Woods later shared after the tournament, “I could not get anything positive going. Physically and mentally, I made a lot of mistakes, and when you do that, you usually don’t win. I spent most of the time in bed, trying to get better (from a cold).” Woods further added how the week was extremely tough for him, and finally when the weather turned brighter, he felt as if he was “back in America.”

BOXING

Mandatory challenger says he’s ready to face Gervonta Davis for hi

Mandatory challenger says he’s ready to face Gervonta Davis for his WBA title

After losing out on a lucrative showdown with Jake Paul, Gervonta Davis’ plans have been spoiled. Now, the mandatory challenger for his WBA lightweight world title has called for his shot at the 135lb throne.

Davis was set to face Paul earlier this month, until ‘Tank’ was named in a civil lawsuit regarding domestic allegations – causing the cancellation of the contest, with Davis now being replaced by Anthony Joshua for the postponed fight date.

That outing would have been Davis’ second of the calendar, after picking up the first blemish on his professional record when he drew with Lamont Roach Jr. back in March, in what was his second defence of the full WBA lightweight crown.

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Currently, it is unclear when Davis will return to action, if ever, but WBA mandatory challenger Floyd Schofield has now publicly demanded a fight with the Baltimore-born brute on his X account.

“We are his [Davis’] mandatory opponent @WBABoxing. We want to fight the best and Tank is levels above Shakur [Stevenson].

“This is a major step up from a Shakur; but we ready.”

As alluded to in the post, Schofield was scheduled to face Shakur Stevenson for the WBC lightweight world title earlier this year but pulled out of the bout during fight week because of illness.

‘Kid Austin’ has since returned to action, where he scored a sensational first-round knockout of Tevin Farmer in what looks set to be his singular outing of the year, having also withdrawn from a planned November clash with JoJo Diaz due to injury.

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Why the clause Jake Paul put in Anthony Joshua’s contract will badly backfire

Joe Rogan believes the clause Jake Paul put in Anthony Joshua’s contract will badly backfire

Jake Paul has been told he made a massive mistake while negotiating his next fight.

The YouTuber-turned-boxer is set to face former two-time heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua in Miami, Florida, on December 19.

To make the biggest mismatch of 2025 a little bit fairer, Jake Paul has put a weight limit on ‘AJ’.

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The British knockout artist cannot tip the scales at more than 245lbs the day before the fight – but there’s no rehydration clause, and he could weigh much more on the night.

Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua face off at a press conference with Nakisa Bidarian standing between them

Joe Rogan’s weight worry

Joe Rogan thinks Jake Paul has made a mistake by putting a weight limit on Anthony Joshua.

The UFC commentator says it will just force the heavyweight beast to enter the fight in terrific shape.

As a result, Joshua will be an even more dangerous opponent than he already was for Logan Paul’s brother.

“Listen, kids, it ain’t gonna matter,” Rogan said about the Paul vs Joshua weight limit.

“There’s not a chance that Anthony Joshua is not going to just lose the weight beforehand.

“He’s not gonna come in drained. What he’s going to do is just do extra cardio, and that’s just gonna make him more dangerous.

“He’s gonna be terrifying.”

Joe Rogan’s warning to Jake Paul

Joe Rogan warned Jake Paul that he’s ‘angered’ Anthony Joshua in his first reaction to the Netflix fight.

The popular podcaster added: He’s gonna be very angry that Jake Paul wants to fight him. Very upset that this YouTuber….

“That right hand, if it hits you, you are f—-!

“This is a giant, Olympic gold medalist heavyweight…one-punch nuclear power.

“He’s a specialist at putting knuckles through your f—- brain, and that’s what he’s gonna try to do to Jake Paul.”

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What late change Tyson Fury’s team made on day of Wladimir Klitschko fight that proved

Tyson Fury’s team made late change on day of Wladimir Klitschko fight that proved crucial

10 years ago, Tyson Fury, overcame Wladimir Klitschko in Düsseldorf, Germany.

It remains ‘The Gypsy King’s career-best victory, but the fight could have panned out very differently were it not for the observant eye of Peter Fury.

Tyson’s uncle and, at the time, trainer stepped between the ropes at the Esprit Arena on the morning of the fight and instantly noticed there was something amiss with the surface.

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“It’s too soft,” said Peter as he called over his nephew to test out the ring.

‘The Gypsy King’ agreed, and upon further inspection, Team Fury determined that there were two extra layers of sponge under the canvas.

Fury’s Promoter, Mick Hennessy, protested that it was a health and safety risk and threatened to pull the fight were it not rectified.

Two hours of crunch talks ensued, with Klitschko’s handlers eventually agreeing to remove the two layers of mattress to allow for the fight to go ahead as planned.

What followed was a boxing clinic from Fury, who glided around the ring on the back foot, sticking and moving behind the jab en route to a deserved unanimous decision victory.

Fury’s superior movement was the crucial component in securing him the unified WBA, IBF and WBO heavyweight belts.

And were it not for his team’s intervention, that could have been compromised.

Why was the canvas such a point of contention?

“You have got guys that are 112kg sinking into the canvas,” Peter told Sky Sports at the time.

“These are super heavyweights, so the canvas needs to be hard surfaced for that reason.

“When they are moving quickly anything can happen, just like Mick said, it is about health and safety…

“The sub-surface is very soft sponge; there are about two layers that are a minimum of two inches thick.

“That needs to be taken off so they can put some proper, durable stuff underneath.

“We are just after a standard ring. The ring we used at the open workout was a proper surface. We want the same ring as that; we don’t want anything special.

“The ring we have seen is super soft, and it would affect Tyson’s [movement].”

Fury’s victory marked a changing of the guard in boxing’s glamour division.

Fury scooped the WBA, IBF and WBO heavyweight titles in victory

At the time, Klitschko was closing in on a decade as world heavyweight champion and hadn’t lost a fight in 11 years.

Fury entered the contest as a sizeable 7/2 underdog with his controversial triumph over John McDermott and wobbly patches against Steve Cunningham and the unheralded Neven Pajkic fresh in many boxing fans’ memories.

However, in the end, his nimble footwork and awkward style proved too much for ‘Dr Steelhammer’.

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Serena Williams’ legs give out during intense move sending her low

Serena Williams’ legs give out during intense move sending her lower than planned

When it comes to having fun, no duo does it quite like the Williams sisters. This time, far away from the tennis court, Serena and Venus teamed up with Ciara to prove they can deliver impressive moves off the court too. What began as a light-hearted challenge quickly turned into a moment blending personality, competitiveness, and an unexpectedly comedic twist.

Nothing sparks their competitive spirit like a good challenge, and Ciara had the perfect one lined up. She set the rhythm with her signature dance moves, and the Williams sisters followed her lead, trying to match her style. Their confident, smooth steps immediately caught attention, but they soon realized that pulling off the routine required more than strong legs.

A challenge that showed off their competitive side

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Venus was the first to step back, admitting her legs weren’t ready to dip that low. Serena, however, leaned into her confidence and went for the full move, lowering herself in an attempt to match Ciara’s sultry choreography. That’s when her legs gave out, shifting the tone from seductive to surprising in a matter of seconds. What was meant to be a controlled dip turned into an unexpected drop.

Luckily, a wall broke her fall, though it didn’t spare her from bumping her head before slowly sliding down until she ended up sitting on the floor. She intended to go low – just not low enough to end up seated after the fall.

From smooth choreography to viral TikTok

The scene set off instant laughter between the three, turning what could have been an awkward moment into a memorable one. It quickly became ideal TikTok material. Ciara took full advantage, posting the video in collaboration with the Williams sisters, sparking thousands of delighted reactions from fans.

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The trio offered a reminder that even legends know how to laugh at themselves. And while the dance didn’t go exactly as Serena planned, she made one thing clear: she’s always ready for a challenge – and even when her legs give out, she still finds a way to win.

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‘This Sucks’: Calls Mount Against Tiger Woods’ Bizarre Thanksgivin

Calls Mount Against Tiger Woods’ Bizarre Thanksgiving Feature With ‘Biased’ Stance: ‘This Sucks’

The popular golf equipment brand, TaylorMade, decided to do something special for Thanksgiving. With a network of top players on their roster, it would not have been unusual for them to arrange for some dream collaborations. However, they chose to take a unique path this holiday season.

To celebrate Thanksgiving, they designed a video showing some of their biggest players as kids eating a Thanksgiving dinner. The caption read, “The kids’ table has spoken. 😂 Happy Thanksgiving, from #TeamTaylorMade!”

The video featured younger versions of Tiger Woods, Scottie Scheffler, & Collin Morikawa. Each of them shared their favorite sides to eat during the holiday. Scheffler revealed that he likes mac and cheese, stuffing, green beans, & cranberry sauce. He also said that he doesn’t like okra. Morikawa mentioned that he loved the stuffing. However, there was one big problem with the video.

The video was AI-generated. This did not please anyone in the golf community. In fact, most of the fans started berating TaylorMade for their lackluster efforts in curating the Thanksgiving post.

The kids’ table has spoken. 😂 Happy Thanksgiving, from #TeamTaylorMade! pic.twitter.com/m19ZhUi1yj

— TaylorMade Golf (@TaylorMadeGolf) November 27, 2025

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From calling them out to asking them to delete the post, the comments reflected how aggravated the community was with TaylorMade. And they weren’t going to go easy on the golf equipment brand for trying to take the easy way out.

Netizens criticize TaylorMade for using Tiger Woods & Co. to create bad content

TaylorMade is one of the most recognized and popular golf equipment brands in the world. In 2024, they generated $119 million in revenue. They could certainly afford to spend a few thousand to create better content for Thanksgiving. So, fans didn’t expect them to use AI-generated videos for their content. As one of the fans wrote, “y’all have enough money to not use AI for Thanksgiving.” It was a shock for some, especially after they had gotten used to them creating outstanding content featuring top golfers on YouTube.

The marketing team will probably face some scrutiny after the content they pushed. Someone commented, “This literally makes me not want to buy Taylormade. Fire the team who decided this was a good idea.” Over the years, TaylorMade’s team has made some excellent decisions, like backing Tiger Woods during his split with Nike. However, this certainly was a bad idea. And they are paying the price for it.

Shocked by how this was even allowed to be posted, a fan said, “No way a director approved this shit.” While another simply gave their honest verdict, “This sucks.” Lastly, one of the fans said, “Hey TaylorMade, AI sucks, and you shouldn’t use it.” The sentiments towards AI-generated content have been quite negative recently. So it doesn’t come as a surprise that it was poorly received by the golf community as well.

BOXING

Terence Crawford’s Most Likely Next Opponent Revealed

By Admin November 28, 2025

Terence Crawford is gearing up to make his return to the ring following his monumental victory over Canelo Alvarez.

The 38-year-old from Nebraska wrote his name into the boxing history books on September 13 when he defeated the Mexican superstar via unanimous decision to capture the undisputed super-middleweight championship.

‘Bud’ Crawford became the first male fighter in boxing history to win an undisputed championship in three separate divisions, a feat he has previously achieved at super-lightweight and welterweight respectively.

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As rumours begin to circulate about what Crawford’s next move could be, it has been suggested that the pound-for-pound great is in negotiations for his return to the ring which is likely to come in the first quarter of 2026.

As revealed by media platform TV Azteca, Crawford is reportedly in talks to face Canelo in a rematch next, after it was confirmed by the Mexican icon that a second encounter with ‘Bud’ was his ‘priority’.

“Before the end of 2025, Canelo Alvarez was on a visit to TV Azteca in his home and talked about the plans for the next year, where he will embark on different sports projects. In addition, he reiterated that his priority above the ring is the rematch against Terence Crawford, who is already negotiating, and wants to accommodate the place.”

Canelo is currently recovering from an injury that he sustained to his left elbow during his showdown with Crawford, although the 35-year-old is expected to be ready to make a return to the ring by the middle of 2026.