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Why Tyson Fury comeback from retirement is ‘pointless’

By Admin January 27, 2026

Tyson Fury retired 12 months ago but recently announced he will return to the ring as he seeks a third reign as heavyweight world champion

Carl Froch has told Tyson Fury there is no point coming out of retirement.

Fury retired 12 months ago but recently announced he will return to the ring as he seeks a third reign as heavyweight world champion. He is expected to fight again in April in a warm-up bout before setting his sights on a world title shot. His first-choice opponent had been Anthony Joshua but the Brit is recovering from injuries he suffered in a fatal car crash last month,

Fury could instead face champion Fabio Wardley who was upgraded to full champion in December when Oleksandr Usyk gave up his belt rather than face the Ipswich heavyweight. But as Fury prepares for his comeback in Thailand, former super-middleweight world champion Froch dismissed his return.

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“Coming back into boxing at 37 years old, when he has been out for over a year, is anybody bothered?” he said on his YouTube channel. “Does anybody care? I don’t want to slander him because it’s Tyson Fury and he is great; he has been a great servant to boxing.

“He is a brilliant character, and I don’t want to give him any stick but I’m not f***ing a***d if he comes back to boxing or not. I’m not bothered; I don’t care anymore. He has retired five times. When he retired last, I knew that he was going to come back out of retirement. I think that the only reason that he should be coming back and the only fight worth looking at would be the ‘AJ’ fight.

“There is an argument that Fury lost to [Francis] Ngannou, there’s one loss, but he got the decision, then he lost twice to Oleksandr Usyk. There are three fights there where he has been beat, really, and now he is coming back after over a year out, it doesn’t make any sense, it’s pointless.

“If you’re going to come back and fight and try to be a top boy, and you want to get back into the mix at world level, jump in there with someone like Moses Itauma or [Agit] Kabayel.”

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Deontay Wilder Vs. Derek Chisora Complications Why The Fight M

By Admin January 27, 2026

Deontay Wilder Vs. Derek Chisora Complications Why The Fight May Never Happen

Heavyweight veterans Deontay Wilder and Derek Chisora are reportedly finalizing a clash for April 4, but Frank Warren has something to say about that.

The news broke after Chisora posted a social media clip showing a video call with Wilder, during which “War” Chisora held up what appeared to be a signed bout agreement. Wilder is looking to reclaim his status as the division’s most feared puncher after a rocky stretch. Wilder returned to winning ways in June 2025 with a seventh-round TKO of Tyrrell Anthony Herndon, putting behind the losses he suffered to Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang.

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“Signed. I hope you’re ready. This is the last phone call from me too, bro. I’m just phoning to tell you, bro, good luck,” Chisora

“Let’s freaking go! If I’m not ready then I’m gonna get ready. I’m just going to let you know, I love you, bro, this is the last phone call. Next time I see you it will be at the press conference and then after that we’ll be in the ring, baby. I love you so much, brother. Let’s make it happen,” Wilder

Will It Happen?

Meanwhile, Chisora has defied age by winning three consecutive fights, as the 42-year-old most recently beat Otto Wallin in February 2025. Despite the excitement, the fight faces significant issues. Reports suggest the card is being organized by Kalle Sauerland and Wasserman Boxing under the Misfits Pro banner. Frank Warren issued a firm rebuttal, stating that Chisora remains under a binding contract with Queensberry Promotions.

“I’m not [with Queensberry] anymore. The contract I had with Queensberry expired two months after my fight with Otto Wallin. The reason why we didn’t fight in December is I didn’t get a good contract, so I didn’t fight in December. So right now I’m just waiting on getting a good contract, a good number, and I’ll fight,” Chisora stated

“[Chisora] has a contract with us. What we deal with is facts, and the fact is that he has a contract with us,” Warren said

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How Terence Crawford’s Canelo Win Faces A Second Test

By Admin January 27, 2026

If Canelo turns in a poor showing in his next fight, the fallout will not stop with him. It will land on Crawford as well, because many fans already felt the fight last September raised questions about what level Canelo was operating on by that stage of his career.

Crawford won by two narrow scores of 115 113 and a wider 116 112 that did not reflect how the fight felt in the moment. There were stretches in the middle rounds where Canelo struggled to reset his feet, gave ground without returning fire, and looked a step behind exchanges that once would have been routine for him.

The fight was competitive and tense, but it did not feel like a meeting between the best super middleweight in the division and a challenger rising to meet him.

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Among hardcore fans, the reaction after the final bell was fairly consistent. They pointed to how slow and stiff Canelo looked and how much of the fight resembled a veteran managing decline rather than imposing control. By the later rounds, there was a sense that neither Crawford nor Canelo would beat the younger pressure fighters waiting at 168.

Names kept coming up in that discussion, including Osleys Iglesias, Christian Mbilli, and Lester Martinez, fighters known for size, pace, and sustained pressure who Canelo has not faced during his time at super middleweight. That is where the criticism starts to stick.

Max Kellerman addressed the issue on InsideRingShow, saying that if Canelo looks bad in his next fight, people will say Crawford beat a post prime version, and that outcome would hurt Crawford because the two performances are linked, whether he wants them to be or not.

Fans did not need a future fight to arrive at that view. Many were already saying it after the final bell, reading the performance as one that suggested a champion closer to the end than the peak.

You can argue that Canelo would have lost his super middleweight titles years earlier if he had faced the real threats in the division, including David Benavidez, David Morrell, Iglesias, Mbilli, or Martinez, but those fights never happened and the belts stayed with him as time passed.

Crawford stepped in at the right moment to face a champion who remained skilled but was no longer operating at his sharpest level. He won, then walked away before the division could respond.

That decision protects the record and keeps the debate unresolved.

Crawford’s biggest win came against a name rather than a full division. If that name continues to fade, the win will be viewed through that lens.

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Mike Tyson finally reveals what really went wrong in build-up to Jake Paul fight

By Admin January 26, 2026

Mike Tyson claims to have ‘learned’ from the mistakes he made ahead of his last outing against Jake Paul, and promises to ‘be better’ in his expected exhibition match with Floyd Mayweather.

The 59-year-old lost a unanimous decision to Paul in November 2024, albeit in a contest that involved 14oz gloves and a limited duration of eight, two-minute rounds.

But still, with their matchup being sanctioned as a professional bout by the Texas Combative Sports Program, ‘Iron Mike’ was ultimately handed a seventh loss on his record.

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Prior to their encounter, many had expressed concern over Tyson’s deteriorating health, particularly after he suffered an ulcer flare-up earlier that year.

The former world heavyweight champion later admitted that he had almost lost his life, but nonetheless entered his postponed contest with Paul and produced a largely pedestrian performance.

Since then, Tyson has been linked with an exhibition match against Mayweather, 48, with reports suggesting that their event could be staged in Africa this coming March.

But now, as he gears up to take on ‘TBE’, the Brooklyn heavyweight says he needs to lower the intensity of his training.

In an interview with Hard Rock Bet, Tyson says that the demanding nature of his preparation for Paul undoubtedly had a negative impact on his overall performance.

“I feel good right now. This is the best I’ve felt. I can’t wait to start getting in the ring. I learned from my last fight.

“I left a lot of my fight in the gym. I worked too hard. I was too intense. I was too extreme. I need to relax more. That’s what I always believe. I need to relax more … I’m getting more and more confident, and I believe I’ll be better in the next fight coming up.”

Before facing Paul, Tyson’s last professional outing came in 2005, when he suffered a sixth-round stoppage defeat to Kevin McBride.

Mayweather, meanwhile, has not fought professionally since his 10th-round finish over Conor McGregor in 2017, for which he hit the scales at just under 150lbs.

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“Weird”: Gervonta Davis’ First Video Since Civil Lawsuit Caused $4

By Admin January 26, 2026

“Weird”: Gervonta Davis’ First Video Since Civil Lawsuit Caused $40M Loss Has Fans Speculating CTE

Gervonta Davis is back. Not in the boxing ring, but on social media. Why was he gone? Well, weeks before his much-anticipated fight against Jake Paul last year, his ex-girlfriend sued him for battery, aggravated battery, false imprisonment, and kidnapping. This had devastating effects on his career.

Having already discussed retirement, ‘Tank’ was forced to back out of the fight after Paul’s MVP canceled the bout. Davis was reportedly set to earn a massive $40 million paycheck from the encounter on Netflix. Regardless, it appears Davis is in high spirits with his first video on social media.

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Gervonta Davis shows off his old moves

In a clip obtained by Fight Hub TV, Davis can be seen dancing in a rather unusual manner. “Gervonta Davis is back on social media, with an unusual video,” Fight Hub TV captioned the post. However, for Davis’ long-time followers, this behavior is nothing out of the ordinary. Several videos circulating across the internet show Davis frequently showcasing his “unusual” moves—antics that feel oddly unbecoming of his undefeated aura.

Gervonta Davis is back on social media, with an unusual video!👀 #boxing pic.twitter.com/CTgvKkL0tT

— Fight Hub TV (@FightHubTV) January 10, 2026

Davis’ absence from social media followed a turbulent year inside and outside the ring. Before ultimately missing out on the Jake Paul fight, Davis had squared off against Lamont Roach Jr. The matchup wasn’t unfamiliar territory, as the Baltimore native had already defeated Roach Jr. twice in the past. However, when they met again under the bright lights, the outcome was drastically different.

Roach Jr. pushed Gervonta Davis to his limits, to the point where ‘Tank’ was forced to take a knee mid-fight—an incident that sparked significant controversy. In the end, Davis recorded the first draw of his professional career against Roach Jr. Still, in response to Davis’ latest video, some fans have begun speculating whether the boxer may have absorbed too many blows to the head.

Tank was always a little weird, says fan

One of the first comments the post received aimed to mock Davis for his moves and his infamous knee during the Roach Jr. fight. “Y’all he’s playing, but he’s showing that his knee is better; he had surgery on it recently,” the user commented. No reports confirm that Davis had indeed had surgery.

Meanwhile, this user wasn’t surprised by Davis’ dance moves. “He has always been a little weird. Pitbull made it worse,” the user commented. Davis’ fight against Isaac ‘Pitbull’ Cruz was a close affair, where ‘Pitbull’ landed pretty decent blows. However, Davis ultimately won the fight by decision.

The next user had a theory about why Davis posted the dancing clip. “CTE, boredom, needing a little attention, he good,” the user commented. While CTE is a prevalent problem in boxing, Davis doesn’t appear to show many symptoms quite yet.

Another user pointed out the video wasn’t out of the norm for Davis. “He always [does] these videos like that dancing one,” the user wrote. However, Gervonta Davis always gets mocked for the videos as well.

For someone else, however, the video was confirmation that Davis was suffering from CTE. “Yep …. CTE confirmed I see why he said he done with boxing,” the user commented. While Davis has indicated he will hang up his gloves, that could always be a ploy to gain more attention.

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“Let’s make it happen”: Oleksandr Usyk receives intriguing offer fro

By Admin January 26, 2026

Oleksandr Usyk receives intriguing offer from Andy Ruiz Jr as talks continue over return fight

Andy Ruiz Jr wants to make a fight with Oleksandr Usyk happen this year.

Usyk is currently yet to confirm his next opponent, having initially vacated his WBO title in pursuit of a showdown with Deontay Wilder.

But it was confirmed to talkSPORT by Derek Chisora that he will instead face the ‘Bronze Bomber, with the bout expected to take place in April in London.

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For now, the unified champion has been left out in the cold, and although Wilder still plans to challenge Usyk, he could well lose the risky bout and jeopardise a future meeting.

Therefore it is expected that ‘The Cat’ will consider his options in the meantime with a number of alternative options on the table.

Rumours have gathered pace in recent weeks that he could sign with Dana White and new promotion Zuffa Boxing with talks already being held.

And it was suggested that heavy-handed Andy Ruiz Jr could well be a potential opponent.

Now in a sign that the bout could well be on the table, the Mexican has taken to social media to make an offer to Usyk.

He shared a created picture of the pair facing off, as if the fight was already confirmed.

And he wrote the caption: “Let’s make it happen @usykaa.”

The fight could well be realistic, with rumours suggesting that any meeting could be held in July.

Would Ruiz Jr make a good opponent for Usyk?

Usyk would likely be an overwhelming favourite against Ruiz Jr, but the powerful Mexican has large commercial selling power.

The potential challenger hasn’t been as active as he would have liked in recent years, having fought just three times since his rematch defeat to Anthony Joshua in 2019.

In his last outing, Ruiz Jr broke his hand and faced a spell out of the ring after controversially drawing with Jarrell Miller in August 2024.

Now he has returned to training and is looking to get back into shape and put his name into the heavyweight mix.

Who else if not Ruiz Jr for Usyk?

Usyk is only looking for big-name fights in the twilight stages of his career, the reason he suggested he would not face Fabio Wardley who received his vacated title.

Sergey Lapin, his team director has suggested that leading ranked Agit Kabayel is a viable option.

“In today’s heavyweight top division, there are no ‘safe’ opponents; every top-level guy is a threat,” Lapin told talkSPORT Bet.

Usyk beat Dubois in his last outing in July 2025 and has limited time remaining in his career

“Kabayel is definitely a possible option.

“We see how Germany reacts to these fights, the stadiums they can fill, and how strong that market is.

“Stylistically, he can be tricky, too. Pressure, pace, physicality.

“It would be a big European fight with strong business potential.”

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Gervonta Davis Loses Lightweight Title While Still Fugitive From Justice

By Admin January 25, 2026

Gervonta Davis is a fugitive from justice and the WBA has stripped him of his lightweight world title. Off-ring scandals and serious allegations mark the boxer’s downfall.

Gervonta Davis, fugitive and without a title

Boxer Gervonta “Tank” Davis, one of the most high-profile figures in modern boxing, is currently missing following a warrant for alleged assault, false imprisonment, and attempted kidnapping. The WBA (World Boxing Association) decided to strip him of his lightweight world title and designate him as champion in recess, due to his inability to defend it and to prevent the division from being stalled.

Gervonta Davis

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A meteoric rise overshadowed by controversy

Since turning professional in 2013, Davis had a meteoric rise, with eight consecutive knockouts that made him Floyd Mayweather’s protégé. Hailing from Baltimore, Tank became world champion at super featherweight and lightweight under the WBA and WBO, and featured in top pound-for-pound rankings. Yet, off-ring scandals began to overshadow his career, placing professional boxing under a media crisis spotlight.

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Serious allegations and legal history

Davis’s ex-girlfriend, Courtney Rossel, accused him of assault, kidnapping, and false imprisonment, incidents allegedly occurring in October at her workplace. This is not the first time the boxer has faced legal trouble: in 2020, he publicly assaulted his partner during a charity basketball event at the University of Miami and was arrested. The combination of past legal issues and new accusations accelerated the WBA’s decision to strip him of the title, prioritizing the integrity of the lightweight division.

The champion’s downfall

Davis’s situation shows that ring talent alone is not enough when the law and reputation are involved. The WBA acted preemptively, while fans and experts debate the boxer’s future. The case of Gervonta Davis becomes a stark example of how personal and legal problems can topple even undefeated champions, leaving a lesson on the immediate consequences both inside and outside the ring.

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Anthony Joshua and the Truth About His Possible Retirement from Boxing

By Admin January 25, 2026

Following the serious traffic accident he suffered in Nigeria, comments from his uncle and the silence from Anthony Joshua himself have fueled major doubts about his future in boxing.

Anthony Joshua was involved in a terrible car accident, and since then the former heavyweight champion has been focused on his physical and emotional recovery, while speculation continues to grow regarding a possible retirement from professional boxing.

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Is Anthony Joshua retiring from boxing?

Questions intensified after Adedamola Joshua, Anthony’s uncle, publicly admitted that the family suffers deeply during every fight and suggested that his nephew has considered stepping away from the sport.

“Every time he gets knocked down, it feels like our hearts come out of our chests. All those emotions every time he fights are extremely traumatic for us as well. Now that he has said he’s leaving while the applause is at its loudest, we are happy,” he explained.

Eddie Hearn breaks his silence on Anthony Joshua

Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn urged caution, stressing that nothing can be taken for granted, as Joshua himself has not addressed retirement publicly.

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“We live in a world where everyone feels they deserve to know what’s next. Anything you hear about his career—until AJ tells you himself—don’t believe it. It was a terrible accident, a tragic injury. It will take time for him to recover physically, emotionally, and spiritually,” he told Fight Hub TV.

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Tyson Fury Shares Fight Poster Teasing Clash With Former World

By Admin January 25, 2026

Tyson Fury Shares Fight Poster Teasing Clash With Former World Champion

Tyson Fury is getting ever closer to being back in the boxing ring following his latest U-turn on retirement.

‘The Gypsy King’ spent the entirety of 2025 away from the sport and enjoying the spoils of his storied career. But the itch soon returned, and in early January, he announced he was back in the ring and training once more.

The former unified and later WBC champion has since been linked with several different opponents – firstly calling out Oleksandr Usyk for a trilogy fight, having lost the first two with the Ukraine great back in 2024.

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He has also been called out for a world title shot against the current WBO ruler and fellow Brit Fabio Wardley, while many fans would most like to see him fight his long time rival Anthony Joshua, despite their being no belt on the line.

However, Fury himself has now posted a mock-up fight poster on social media that calls out a former unified champion.

It features him staring down Mexican-American Andy Ruiz Jr, who later replied to say “let’s go”.

Ruiz has been inactive in recent years outside a win over Luis Ortiz and a draw with Jarrell Miller after he lost the unified titles in his rematch to Joshua, just six months after shocking the world at Madison Square Garden when he won their first fight in June 2019.

Despite this latest move from Fury, his manager Spencer Brown has recently said another opponent is as likely when talking to Sky Sports.

“We’re looking at five or six different opponents. [Makhmudov] is in the top three or four, most definitely.”

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Terence Crawford says no fighter could beat his ‘boxing hero’ in his

By Admin January 25, 2026

Terence Crawford says no fighter could beat his ‘boxing hero’ in his prime

Terence Crawford recently ended his illustrious professional career having never tasted defeat.

Crawford hung up the gloves at the end of 2025 after 17 years in the sport, with his long list of accolades including becoming a five-division world champion and undisputed in three different weight classes.

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His biggest victory arguably came in his final fight, when he moved up to 168lbs and beat Canelo Alvarez by unanimous decision to claim all four world titles at super-middleweight.

Crawford is part of an elite group of modern fighters who retired undefeated, alongside the likes of Floyd Mayweather, Joe Calzaghe and Andre Ward, but ‘Bud’ feels the same could have been the case for his boxing hero had he retired towards the end of his prime.

Speaking to Piers Morgan, Crawford revealed Roy Jones Jr to be the legendary fighter in question.

“My boxing hero? Roy Jones Jr. He was unbeatable in his prime.”

Crawford isn’t alone in his admiration for Jones, with the Florida-native at the top of many lists when it comes to favourite fighters of all time.

The prime years that Crawford talks about are widely considered to be mid-to-late 1990s and early 2000s, where Jones spent a large period as the pound-for-pound number one in the sport.

During that time he beat fighters such as James Toney and Mike McCallum, giving him a record of 49-1 at one stage, with that only loss a controversial disqualification defeat to Montell Griffin, which Jones quickly avenged with a first round knockout win in their immediate rematch.

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