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“I’m not interested”: Canelo Alvarez dismisses David Benavidez for

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“I’m not interested”: Canelo Alvarez dismisses David Benavidez for taking his date

Canelo Alvarez has accustomed the boxing world to fighting in May and September on dates important to the Mexican market in the United States.

But 2026 will not be like that, as he had surgery on his left elbow and after losing all his titles in September to Terence Crawford, he will take a year to return to the ring and will do so in Saudi Arabia on September 12 with an opponent yet to be confirmed.

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David Benavidez vs Zurdo Ramirez takes Saul Alvarez’s place

But with such an important date in boxing and for Mexicans, the card could not be left free and so the fight between David Benavidez and Gilberto Ramirez was scheduled

I really don’t care who gets the date. No, not in May. I need to recover from my elbow. I’ll be fine in September.

So, with Saturday, May 2, vacant, David Benavidez will appear in Las Vegas to face Gilberto Ramirez in the absence of Saul Alvarez (63-3-2), which he does not care about.

Who will be Canelo Alvarez’s opponent?

While his opponent has not been announced and there are no rumors about it, it is thought that one option could be Christian Mbili (29-0-1), as the WBC made him its interim super middleweight champion after Crawford’s retirement.

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Anthony Joshua finally smiling after fatal Nigeria car crash in a rare

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Anthony Joshua finally smiling after fatal Nigeria car crash in a rare moment

Last year, in Dec. 2025, Anthony Joshua and two of his closest friends, Sina Ghami and Kevin Latif Ayodele, found themselves victims of a fatal car crash in Nigeria. While Joshua escaped with minor injuries, Ghami and Ayodele lost their lives. Away from the public eye since then, Joshua recently returned to the spotlight when he shared his first statement on the crash last week.

In a video now doing the rounds on the internet, Joshua could be seen enjoying a children’s soccer game in Hertfordshire, England, while sporting a wide grin on his face and laughing. After weeks of sadness and a downhill journey, Joshua’s smile was enough to melt his fans on the internet.

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“The Watford Warrior” was seen high-fiving delighted youngsters at the soccer session. He was also seen sharing a conversation with the children while also spending a jolly time with them. Reported by The Irish Sun, Joshua is believed to be attending his ten-year-old son’s soccer game there, although there is no confirmation of it.

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As mentioned above, Joshua recently penned down an emotional post on social media, paying tribute to his late friends, while also sharing his gratitude to the Nigerian authorities for saving his life.

“It’s tough. It’s really tough. I’m not going to sit ⁠here and show all of my ‌emotions,” Joshua said on social ⁠media. Addressing the loss, he further claimed, “I’ve lost people before, but I don’t think I’ve lost people like that. My left and my right.”

Joshua last month defeated Jake Paul in a dominant boxing victory, following which he visited Nigeria for a vacation. The date of Joshua’s return to the boxing ring is currently unknown.

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Deontay Wilder reveals why he chose Chisora over title fight with U

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Deontay Wilder reveals why he chose Chisora over title fight with Usyk

Deontay Wilder has revealed why his mooted matchup with Oleksandr Usyk, for the unified world heavyweight crown, has been replaced by a non-title fight against Derek Chisora.

The former WBC champion was called out by Usyk towards the end of last year, with both parties entering negotiations for their showdown to take place in America.

Earlier this month, though, heavyweight veteran Chisora emerged as a rumoured opponent for ‘The Bronze Bomber’, who also happens to be gearing up for his 50th professional outing.

Deontay Wilder reveals why he chose Chisora over title fight with Usyk

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With 100 fights between them, it has now been confirmed that the pair will collide on April 4, headlining a Misfits Pro card in London.

Chisora comes off a string of points victories over Gerald Washington, Joe Joyce and Otto Wallin, which followed his punishing stoppage defeat to Tyson Fury in 2022.

At the age of 42, it is certainly fair to say that the Londoner has seen better days; but so too has Wilder, whose last contest saw him labour to a seventh-round finish over Tyrrell Herndon in June.

Prior to that, the 40-year-old had suffered back-to-back defeats to Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang, with the two fights ending via a wide unanimous decision and fifth-round stoppage, respectively.

But now, Wilder has secured himself a more winnable fight than his scuppered assignment against Usyk, which, speaking with Daily Mail Boxing, he claims talks with the Ukrainian were simpy dragging on too long.

“When you’re in negotiations, sometimes things just take longer than [you expect].

“There was a lot going on – I don’t want to put words in nobody’s mouth, but the process was taking too long. We needed to get out and get a fight.

“I wouldn’t want to call it a warm-up fight – Derek’s no pushover, he’s coming to fight. I’m mentally, physically and emotionally prepared for that.”

With Usyk coming off a fifth-round stoppage victory over Daniel Dubois, and having expressed his desire to enter at least two more fights, it remains to be seen who he will now defend his WBC, IBF and WBA titles against.

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Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis update after arrest in domestic violence case

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Gervonta “Tank” Davis was arrested and booked Wednesday, Jan. 28 on charges of attempted kidnapping, false imprisonment and battery, according to records with the Miami-Dade County, Florida Clerk of Court and Corrections and Rehabilation Department.

Davis, 31, was jailed and held at Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center, records show. His bond was set at $16,000, according to records.

Davis was released from custody Thursday night after posting bond, said Juan Diasgranados, Public Affairs Manager Miami-Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation Department.

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Attorney Simon Steckel, who’s representing Davis, said he entered a plea of not guilty on behalf of the boxer.

“I intend to demonstrate the fact that he is a victim and because he’s a victim, he’s not guilty of these charges,” Steckel told USA TODAY Sports. The legal action against boxer stems from a woman saying Davis attacked her while she was working at Tootsie’s Cabaret strip club Oct. 27 in Miami Gardens.

The woman also filed a civil lawsuit in which she said Davis committed battery, aggravated battery, false imprisonment, kidnapping and intentional infliction of emotional distress against her.

Emmanuel Jeanty, an executive officer with the Miami Gardens Police Department, during a press conference Jan. 14 called the matter “a domestic violence incident.” He said Davis was wanted on charges of battery, false imprisonment and attempted kidnapping and that the police department was working with the United States Marshals Fugitive Task Force “to locate and apprehend” the boxer.

Jeanty also said surveillance video corroborated important parts of the woman’s account of what happened during the alleged attack.

Attorney Richard Wolfe, who represents the woman, allowed USA TODAY Sports to view surveillance video during a FaceTime call. USA TODAY Sports also obtained a report compiled by a manager Toostie’s Cabaret about the incident.

Davis was arrested at 7:55 p.m. Wednesday and the location of the arrest was the Miami Gardens Police Department, according to an arrest form. But Supervisor Deputy U.S. Marshal Elisee Colin told USA TODAY Sports the arrest took place in the Miami Design District and at the time he said Davis was wearing a ski mask.

Colin said the Mashals Task Force, working hand-in-hand with the Miami Gardens Police Department, were able to identify Davis by his tattoos. Colin said they have been tracking Davis for two weeks before making the arrest.

“I just don’t understand why he wouldn’t have just turned himself in,” Colin said.

Davis is on probation from a 2023 hit-and-run case in Baltimore, Maryland, in which he pleaded guilty to multiple traffic offenses. In March, Davis admitted he left the state without permission and his probation was extended by 18 months, according to The Baltimore Banner.

In November, according to one of Davis’ representatives, the boxer had left Florida for Maryland with his legal status and the future of his boxing career unclear. Davis was born and raised in Baltimore but in recent years moved to Florida.

The legal issues led on Nov. 3 to the cancellation of Davis’ fight against Jake Paul, which was scheduled for Nov. 14 in Miami.

The Miami Gardens Police Department said it had no information to provide Wednesday night and that its public information officer would not return until Thursday.

But during the Jan. 14 press conference, Jeanty provided additional information:

The woman, who was working at Tootsie’s Cabaret as a VIP cocktail waitress when she said Davis attacked her, said she had known Davis since 2022. The woman also said she and Davis were in an intimate relationship for five months and it ended about a month before the alleged attack at the strip club.

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Turki Alalshikh wants to see Oleksandr Usyk face kickboxing legen

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Turki Alalshikh wants Oleksandr Usyk to face 1-0 boxer after Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder book bouts

It isn’t clear who Oleksandr Usyk will face next following some recent fight announcements.

Several names will be hoping to square off with The Ring’s #1-ranked pound-for-pound fighter in the world.

Tyson Fury returns on April 11 to face Arslanbek Makhmudov in a matchup that he’ll surely want to use as a step towards a trilogy with his former foe.

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Meanwhile, Deontay Wilder also booked a fight despite being linked with Usyk for some time, as he prepares to take on Derek Chisora on April 4.

With two of the heavyweight division’s top names already booked, Turki Alalshikh has suggested an alternative plan for the Ukrainian.

Turki Alalshikh wants to see Oleksandr Usyk face kickboxing legend Rico Verhoeven

Last year, Rico Verhoeven vacated his GLORY Kickboxing heavyweight title following a remarkable reign that started all the way back in 2014.

Rico Verhoeven gets his hand raised after beating Artem Vakhitov at Glory 100

The ‘King of Kickboxing’ has since been linked with some big fights in different rulesets to the one that he has dominated for over a decade.

Verhoeven was even offered a UFC contract but talks of him potentially facing someone like Anthony Joshua seemingly put this option on the backburner for now.

While there are other names he could face, with Oleksandr Usyk being called out by Agit Kabayel following his win at the start of the year, none of them present marquee matchups for him to return to.

Verhoeven, who has a professional boxing record of 1-0 isn’t necessarily one either but the matchup would generate some interest due to its unique nature, and Turki Alalshikh supports the idea.

“I want to see him against Oleksandr Usyk,” Alalshikh wrote on X underneath a video of one of Verhoeven’s knockout wins in GLORY.

Oleksandr Usyk has been scheduled to face a former GLORY kickboxer in the past

A fight against Rico Verhoeven wouldn’t be the first time that Oleksandr Usyk has prepared to take on a fighter who has an extensive kickboxing record.

In 2019, the Ukrainian was booked to make his heavyweight debut in America against former GLORY and K-1 fighter Tyrone Spong.

Spong was 14-0 at the time but was pulled from the bout after testing positive for a banned substance and replaced by Chazz Witherspoon.

Spong hasn’t competed in boxing since then, though he’s fought in MMA and Karate Combat.

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Anthony Joshua: Concerning New Details Emerge About Driver In

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Concerning New Details Emerge About Driver Involved in Fatal Anthony Joshua Car Crash

Concerning new details have now emerged about the driver involved in the fatal Anthony Joshua car crash. Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, 46, appeared in court this month, accused of causing the deaths of the boxer’s two best friends by dangerous driving in Nigeria over the festive period.

AJ and his two friends, Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele, were travelling in a black Lexus SUV when the driver lost control, reportedly due to a burst tyre, and collided with a stationary lorry that was illegally parked on the roadside.

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Sadly, both of Joshua’s friends immediately lost their lives at the scene, whereas the former two-time heavyweight champion of the world and the driver were both escorted to a nearby hospital where they were treated for minor injuries. A couple of days later, both were released, with AJ flying back to the UK and the driver facing serious questioning from the police.

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According to The Sun, a little over a year before the fatal crash on December 29, Kayode was sacked for allegedly driving another SUV off the road and into a ditch. The accident in October 2024 happened when he became distracted while driving his boss in his black Infinity QX56 for a work trip, a source said.

“Kayode had been employed for a number of weeks. He was very attentive. He always took the bags and opened doors. He was very polite,” the source told the tabloid newspaper.

“But on one trip, they were in a village, and suddenly he went into the ditch. There was no reason that was obvious to cause the accident. He drove over a gutter on the side of the road when it was totally avoidable. After that, he wasn’t trusted to pay attention properly. He was sacked for being ‘absent-minded’.”

They continued: “Nobody was hurt, but the car had a nasty dent and scratch at the front of it, and two tyres were punctured.” Kayode arrived at Sagamu Magistrates Court in Ogun state on Tuesday, January 20, but the case was adjourned until 25 February after the prosecutor was granted more time to gain legal advice.

AJ’s Driver Faces Life in Prison For Manslaughter & Dangerous Driving

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While appearing before a magistrate in Sagamu on Friday, January 2, Kayode was charged with dangerous driving causing death, reckless and negligent driving, having no licence, and driving without due care and attention causing bodily harm to damage and property.

Should the 47-year-old be found guilty, he could face life in prison. The father-of-three, who has worked for Joshua for more than three years, was initially granted bail, but returned to custody until the 5 million Naira (roughly £2,500) bond was paid.

After the initial hearing, his lawyer, Olalekan Abiodun, told the Daily Mail: “My client has pleaded not guilty and what happened was an accident. I haven’t had a full chance to speak with him yet, but I know he is saying the brakes failed.”

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A Direct Shot at Canelo ÁLvarez! Claims That the Mexican Boxer Is

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A Direct Shot at Canelo ÁLvarez! Claims That the Mexican Boxer Is Already ‘Old

At 35 years old and with a professional career that began at 15, Canelo has accumulated physical mileage that, according to Mora, is irreversible. ‘At this point, Canelo is an old man. With 68 professional fights, he can no longer fight at the same level. We will not see the great pound-for-pound fighter he used to be,’ he stated emphatically.

Why are the knockouts no longer happening?

One of the most frequent criticisms of the Mexican star in recent years is his inability to finish fights early. Mora attributes this to a loss of power in the legs, a classic symptom of athletic decline:

“When your legs no longer support you, you stop looking for the knockout and start thinking about crossing the finish line. You begin to pace yourself to reach the final rounds, and you worry more about your health than the show,” the former boxer explained.

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Who is the critic?

Sergio Mora rose to stardom after winning the first season of the reality show The Contender. Inside the ring, he achieved glory by seizing the WBC Super Welterweight world title from Vernon Forrest. Since his retirement, he has established himself as one of the most outspoken analysts for the DAZN network.

The debate surrounding Álvarez’s decline is more alive than ever. While his detractors see the lack of knockouts as an unmistakable sign of chronic fatigue, his supporters remain confident that his experience and technique will allow him to continue reigning over the 168-pound division.

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“That Punch Had a Barber License”: Tyson Fury, Skye Nicolson, and Others React as Jarrell Miller Humiliated After Toupee Flies Off Mid-Fight

Weird things have happened inside the boxing ring, but nothing quite like this. Jarrell Miller squared off against Kingsley Ibeh in a heavyweight bout on the undercard of Teofimo Lopez vs. Shakur Stevenson on Saturday night at Madison Square Garden in New York. But what was supposed to be an action-packed encounter quickly turned into a comedy show.

In the second round of the fight, Kingsley Ibeh landed a crushing blow, which was supposed to knock Jarrell Millerout. Instead, it detached the toupee that ‘Big Baby’ was wearing during the fight. What made the scene even more amusing was that the hairpiece didn’t completely fall off—it peeled back completely, barely hanging on to Miller’s head.

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Miller, however, leaned into the mishap, even tossing the stray hairpiece into the stands. If you thought the bizarre moment might have derailed his performance, you’d be wrong. With only a ring of hair left circling the top of his head, Miller pressed on and ultimately secured a split-decision victory. The judges scored the bout 94–96, 97–93, and 97–93.

During his post-fight interview, Miller addressed the incident with humor. “So, it’s kinda funny, right?” But the question on everyone’s mind lingered—was Miller going bald? He didn’t dodge it for long. “I get to my mama’s house, and she had some shampoo bottles under her table, and I shampooed it,” Miller revealed.

“That s—t was like ammonia and bleach. I nearly lost my hair like two days ago, so I called my manager: ‘Let me slap that s—t on my own head real quick.’ And [Ibeh] slapped that s—t off!” Rather than feeling embarrassed, Miller leaned fully into the moment, branding himself a comedian. “You can’t take life too seriously sometimes—you’ve got to roll with the punches.”

The hairpiece later made the rounds among fighters seated ringside before Miller danced his way backstage wearing a hat. Not long after, Ring Magazine shared a clip on X capturing the exact instant the mishap occurred. “Kingsley Ibeh just punched Jarrell Miller’s hair off 🤯🤣,” they wrote, prompting reactions from the likes of Tyson Fury, Regis Prograis, Skye Nicolson, and others.

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Regis Prograis was among the people shocked at the scene. He wrote, “This n—a got a toupee on 😂.” Some of you might remember how Gervonta Davis’ hair leaked grease in his eye, forcing him to take a knee during the Lamont Roach Jr. fight. However, Miller handled his situation better.

Former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury commented on a post shared by WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman regarding the same. “Wow, Baldy 😂never knew,” Fury commented. Perhaps if Fury ever ends up fighting Miller, he would try to repeat the stunt.

Sulaiman himself was attending the fight. “Found it,” he wrote on X while sharing a couple of images holding Miller’s hairpiece as the latter fought inside the ring.

Skye Nicolson, who was also ringside for the fight, took things further, as she wore the toupee on her head. Uncrowned shared a picture of Nicolson with the toupee on X, which attracted a comment from Ariel Helwani. “Bru.”

Meanwhile, fans weren’t far behind. “That punch had a barber license,” one user joked. After the loss, Ibeh may well have found a second career.

It appears Ring VI shifted gears and decided to give everyone a laugh. But impressively, Jarrell Miller managed to produce a win despite what many would call an embarrassing moment in front of thousands.

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The Hint That Could Reveal Canelo Álvarez’s Next Opponent

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Turki Al-Alshikh moves the pieces and leaves an image that shakes boxing: Canelo Álvarez and Christian Mbilli, face to face. September now has a date, and the title is on the line.

Turki Al-Alshikh moves the board and sends a direct message

Boxing lives on gestures, symbols, and silences that speak louder than any official statement. And Turki Al-Alshikh understands that better than anyone. During the 2025 The Ring Awards, the Saudi promoter delivered a hint that did not go unnoticed: he brought Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez together with Christian Mbilli in front of the cameras, embraced them… and then stepped aside.

The scene was brief but loaded with intention. In a video shared on his social media, Turki is seen posing with both fighters before moving away and allowing Canelo and Mbilli to face each other, exchange greetings, and part with a hug. There were no words, no formal announcement. But the message was clear: the fight is a real possibility.

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According to what Turki himself stated days earlier, Canelo Álvarez will fight for a world title next September 12, a historic date for Mexican boxing. And Mbilli’s name is starting to gain serious traction.

Canelo’s return and a title on the line

After losing his undisputed super middleweight status following his defeat to Terence Crawford last September 13, Canelo Álvarez entered a rebuilding phase. He underwent surgery on his left elbow and ruled out his traditional May return, prioritizing a full recovery.

Just a few days ago, Canelo himself confirmed that he will return to the ring in September — and that it will be for a world title. In that context, Christian Mbilli, recently elevated to full WBC champion at 168 pounds, emerges as a natural… and dangerous option.

According to those close to the international boxing scene, the WBC belt currently held by Mbilli represents one of the most direct paths for Canelo to reclaim a crown he once dominated. And the timing does not appear to be accidental.

Mbilli, the uncomfortable challenger who already heated things up

Beyond Turki’s gesture, Christian Mbilli had already added fuel to the fire. The French fighter, nicknamed “The Assassin Panther,” made waves with comments suggesting that Canelo is “no longer the same fighter” he was five or ten years ago.

Although no verbal exchange can be seen in the video, the image speaks for itself. Mbilli is young, strong, a reigning champion, and hungry. Canelo, on the other hand, represents experience, legacy, and the need to reassert himself after a major setback in his career.

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Why Terence Crawford doesn’t sound fully convinced of his retirem

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Terence Crawford doesn’t sound fully convinced of his retirement

While no one was completely surprised when Terence Crawford announced his retirement in mid-December, there was a lingering feeling that he was leaving the sport while still in his prime. At 38 years old, he had just soundly beaten Canelo Alvarez and could have picked any other opponent next, and he would likely be favored.

But “Bud” decided to go out on top, “walking away as a great with nothing left to prove”. He truly didn’t have to prove anything else to anyone, but his fans wanted to continue seeing him in action. Now, Crawford is focusing on his family life and paving the way for the next generation of boxers.

Terence Crawford retired at the top of his game at 38 years old.

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Terence Crawford named Ring Magazine’s Male Fighter of the Year for 2025

On Friday night, he was able to turn back the clock – not too far – by showing up at Ring Magazine’s “The Ring Awards”, where he was named the Male Fighter of the Year. But before he got on the stage, it was an interview on the red carpet that sparked some intrigue.

Crawford was asked if it felt different attending a boxing event as a retired fighter. His answer showed that he still has the competitive nature in his bones.

A little bit. I done put it behind me, but I still got that fight in me. But at the same time, it feels great to be one of the pioneers that paved the way for the younger fighters that’s coming behind me.

Crawford could fight at an elite level right now and probably for the next few years if he wanted to. Despite the fire still burning within him, he does seem at peace with his retirement decision. But he surely knows he could go toe-to-toe with anyone at the awards ceremony if he pleased.

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