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Fabio Wardley explains why he has a better chance of beating Oleksandr Usyk than Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua

By Admin October 29, 2025

Fabio Wardley is confident he can do what other British heavyweights have failed to do by overcoming Oleksandr Usyk.

Wardley caused a stir in the boxing world on October 25, when he claimed the WBO interim heavyweight title from Joseph Parker.

The pair went toe-to-toe across 11 brutal rounds before Wardley’s barrage of punches forced Parker against the ropes, and the referee waved off the action.

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After scoring a stoppage win over the New Zealander, Wardley is now expected to be next in line to fight Usyk.

Under the WBO’s orders, the undisputed heavyweight king will have to defend his belt or be stripped of his recognition.

When asked by talkSPORT’s Andy Goldstein why he could do what the likes of Tyson Fury, Daniel Dubois, and Anthony Joshua couldn’t, Wardley had his answer ready.

While his compatriots all had two unsuccessful attempts at beating Usyk, the Ipswich puncher believes two attributes sway the bout in his favour.

He explained: “I think I just offer something a bit different. I think I offer something unconventional.

“It’s hard to say with someone like Oleksandr Usyk, that I can offer something he hasn’t seen.

“There is a rhythm to boxing, a way of doing things that is to-and-fro, almost like a dance of steps and how things should be.

“Then a character like me, someone who comes in such an unorthodox way from an unorthodox background, kind of throws a spanner in the works and throws it off that rhythm.

“I think that’s what I have a good chance of doing.

“Along with a strong heavy right hand as well, and good stamina. One way or another, Usyk will know he’s been in the fight.”

Can Fabio Wardley beat Oleksandr Usyk?

Wardley would certainly say he likes his chances, as, like Usyk, he has yet to face an opponent that can hand him a defeat.

Known for his huge right hand, with 19 of his 20 wins coming by way of knockout, he is certainly a force to be reckoned with.

After winning the brutal war against Parker, Wardley also found himself elevated toNo.2 on The Ring Magazine heavyweight rankings.

The 30-year-old announced himself on the world stage to secure the biggest challenge of his career thus far, which is expected to fall in the first quarter of 2026.

Should Wardley’s prediction for his match-up with Usyk ring true, he would be cementing his place in boxing’s history books as the first man to beat ‘The Cat’.

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How Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao II leaves Mike Tyson fight in jeopardy as

By Admin October 29, 2025

Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao II leaves Mike Tyson fight in jeopardy as target date revealed

A rematch between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao is set to clash with ‘TBE’s’ proposed exhibition bout against Mike Tyson.

In early September, Mayweather announced that he will lock horns with the former undisputed heavyweight champion next spring.

The exact details were scarce, with no date, location, or catchweight confirmed for the two combatants who are separated by more than 80lbs.

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And it is now unclear where the fight stands after Mayweather and Pacquiao entered into talks over a rematch, 10 years after meeting in the most commercially successful contest in boxing history.

According to esteemed boxing journalist Dan Rafael, the bout is being targeted for April in Las Vegas, leaving Tyson-Mayweather in a precarious position.

If Mayweather-Pacquiao II goes ahead as planned, then organisers will either have to push back the Tyson fight or scrap it altogether.

What has Manny Pacquiao had to say about a rematch with Floyd Mayweather?

Pacquiao recently confirmed that he and Mayweather are thrashing out the details for a second fight.

Speaking to The Sun, he said: “As long as Floyd will come back. I’m active in boxing, it’s possible.”

“There is a talk. Like I said, I’m happy to start talking about, discussing about a possible rematch with Floyd.

“Of course, there’s a good chance to have a rematch because I’m still active – it’s only if he will come back that’s possible.”

It has yet to be agreed whether the bout would be an exhibition bout or a professional contest, although ‘Pac Man’ has made it clear he wants the sequel to be a ‘real fight’.

“I don’t know if it will happen by the end of the year, but he will see,” Pacquiao told the Ariel Helwani Show in July when talks of a rematch initially emerged.

“One at a time. Of course [I would be interested in fighting Mayweather].

“He has been ducking me. I don’t want an exhibition, I want a real fight.

“It’s been a long time that I have wanted to give the fans a good fight between me and him.

“But he has been ducking and avoiding me. Let’s focus on this Saturday, I have business to take care of.”

Pacquiao, 46, shocked the boxing world in July when he returned to the professional ring for the first time in four years to hold WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios to a draw.

Mayweather, 48, hasn’t competed in the paid ranks since August 2017, but he has remained active in the exhibition boxing sphere.

What happened the last time Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao met?

The American icon beat Pacquiao comfortably on points when they met for the first time in May 2015 at Las Vegas’ MGM Grand Garden Arena.

However, Pacquiao claims he tore his rotator cuff in sparring a month before their inaugural encounter and was denied anti-inflammatory shots.

He added: “I’ve been motivated since after the fight.

“After the operation, I was OK to get back in the ring and fight again.

“Right now, God is good and giving me strength and good health to continue my career as a boxer.”

Pacquiao has been chomping at the bit to exact his revenge ever since.

“I’m a fighter as well. I’m not ducking anybody. I can fight anybody,” he continued.

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To Avoid 1 Heavyweight, Oleksandr Usyk Urged to Retire ‘ASAP’

By Admin October 29, 2025

Oleksandr Usyk has very little left to prove in the sport of boxing.

After obliterating the cruiserweight division, he made the step-up to heavyweight in October 2019, where he has continued to reign supreme despite constantly fighting opponents with considerable height and weight advantage.

The Ukrainian would get his chance to fight Anthony Joshua for the heavyweight belts in 2021, where the challenger fought in the champion’s homeland, teaching the Briton a boxing lesson for the 12 rounds and becoming the unified heavyweight champion in the process.

The rematch produced the same result as Usyk, in just his fourth bout in the division, was victorious again via a split decision from the judges. He’d then go on to defeat Tyson Fury twice by way of decision to become the undisputed champion, but would have to vacate the IBF title before the rematch with The Gypsy King as the rules stated he had to face mandatory challenger Daniel Dubois next if he was to keep the belt.

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Usyk had already beaten Dubois by way of knockout before his first meeting with Fury. The champion would give the Brit his wish at trying to beat Usyk for the undisputed heavyweight crown for a second time after Dubois himself had beaten Anthony Joshua via knockout. Usyk beat DDD emphatically, however, sending the Brit to the canvas in the fifth round to reclaim his undisputed status.

Oleksandr Usyk’s Next Fight & Future in Boxing

Recently, the 38-year-old told Ukrainian source, UNN, “I will box until I am 41.” It left fans shocked after rumours circulated that he could be retiring.

Following Fabio Wardley’s knockout win over Joesph Parker at the weekend, in a bout that would determine the mandatory challenger for the WBO heavyweight title, attention has turned to a match-up between both Wardley and Usyk next.

The 30-year-old has knocked out 19 fighters of the 20 he has faced in his professional career. While Usyk is no ordinary fighter, the undisputed heavyweight champion isn’t getting any younger and being in the ring with a knockout artist is dangerous for any fighter.

His former promoter and advisor, Alexsander Krassyuk, has expressed his thoughts on the potential fight. Speaking to Boxing King Media, Krassyuk said: “I am public in my [opinion], I want (Oleksandr) Usyk to retire as fast as possible.

“I was even against his fight with (Daniel) Dubois, but okay, that made some sense to become three-time undisputed. Give me one – not two, not three – but one reason to fight (Fabio) Wardley. With all respect to this guy, with all the credit to him, but I am thinking from Usyk’s perspective.”

Despite the promoter’s concerns about his former fighter, the champion will not be intimidated by any boxer, like we have seen in the past. The Ukrainian must first recover from a back injury he sustained in training which has kept him out of the ring for longer than anticipated, with his expected return to action next year.

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Anthony Joshua suffered gruesome in-ring injury before scoring his

By Admin October 29, 2025

Anthony Joshua suffered gruesome in-ring injury before scoring his most bizarre knockout

Fresh from his crowning moment in boxing, Anthony Joshua was forced into some bizarre in-ring adversity against a short-notice foe.

Still yet to secure an opponent for his return to action at the turn of the year, Anthony Joshua is on a quest for a historic third world championship reign in the ring.

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And gunning for a summer blockbuster with British rival Tyson Fury in a bid to finally settle their score, the Olympian is seemingly on track for an outing in Africa first and foremost.

However, off the back of his first taste of world title spoils, the Watford man was tasked with overcoming one of boxing’s more ghastly injuries.

Anthony Joshua’s in-fight incident with Carlos Takam

Turning in a heroic performance to topple Ukrainian icon Wladimir Klitschko, Joshua had nabbed the WBA and IBO heavyweight crowns, adding to his IBF championship.

And initially set to take on Kubrat Pulev, whom he later knocked out, Joshua was joined in the ring by Carlos Takam on short notice on this day in 2017.

Headlining in Cardiff as part of a two-fight residency ahead of a pairing with recent feature Joseph Parker, Joshua emerged with an eventual win, but not without some controversy.

Dealing with a gruesome nose injury after a clash of heads with Takam, Joshua needed 10 rounds to break down the challenger.

📅ON THIS DAY: Joshua stops Takam👊

⏪Back in 2017 @anthonyjoshua forced referee Phil Edwards to jump in and halt his world title defence against Carlos Takam after ten rounds🖐️ pic.twitter.com/oslCq6A7Wq

— Sky Sports Boxing (@SkySportsBoxing) October 28, 2021

And in the most controversial of circumstances, Takam, who was gushing from his face after Joshua opened a sizable cut, was pulled from the contest by official Phil Edwards.

Post-fight, Joshua also noted his displeasure with the bizarre finish, stating, “I come to fight. I don’t sit on the edge and make decisions. It was a good fight until the ref stopped it, so I have the utmost respect for Takam. People want to see Takam unconscious on the floor, and that’s what I was trying to get to.”

Anthony Joshua’s failed Deontay Wilder clash

As well as missing out on a pairing with Pulev until three years later, initial plans would see Joshua compete against the Bulgarian before a mega fight with former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder.

Failing to share the ring with the Tuscaloosa knockout artist so far, Joshua was pegged on multiple occasions to fight Wilder during the former’s reign as WBC pacesetter.

A year after his win over Takam, too, Joshua was lined up for a blockbuster pair of fights against Wilder again, as well as an overdue bout against the above-mentioned Fury.

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Canelo Alvarez reappears after surgery following defeat to Terence

By Admin October 28, 2025

Canelo Alvarez has been in the news a lot in recent years, however, after his recent defeat to Terence Crawford, the environment of the former champion from Guadalajara has been quieter than usual.

Now, Saul Alvarez has reappeared on social media, with a photo that has moved several of his fans, but also worries about the physical condition of Alvarez Barragan.

Through his Instagram, Canelo Alvarez uploaded a photo where he can be seen sitting on a couch with two of his daughters, Maria Fernanda Alvarez and baby Eva Victoria Alvarez. But, although the Guadalajara-born fighter looks calm, what worries several of his fans is that Canelo Alvarez is wearing a sling on his left arm, as he was recently operated on.

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What was Canelo Alvarez operated on for?

Canelo Alvarez underwent surgery on his left elbow on October 23, 2025, in a surgical procedure called arthroscopy that serves to clean and repair accumulated damage in his left joint.

Some of Saul Alvarez’s fans wondered if Canelo’s surgery was caused by the fight with Terence Crawford, but this is not the case, as Alvarez Barragan suffered the damage to his left elbow from all the years he has fought in elite boxing.

Canelo Alvarez’s next fight would not be until mid-2026 and his recent surgery would prevent him from getting into the ring before that date. It is still unknown who Saul Alvarez’s next opponent might be, although many believe he could fight Terence Crawford again to regain all his titles.

What is true is that Canelo Alvarez has shown another side since he lost to Terence Crawford, as he has shown himself to be more attached to his family. Recently, he congratulated his son Emily Cinnamon on his 18th birthday; now, Canelo reappears hand in hand with his other two daughters and his injured arm, hinting that perhaps his family will now be the priority and that the time is approaching to put aside the boxing gloves.

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“Of Course It Interests Him”: Anthony Joshua Offered One Of The

By Admin October 28, 2025

Anthony Joshua Offered One Of The Only Fights He Wants

Anthony Joshua has been out of the boxing ring for more than a year but is keen to get back in early 2026.

His last fight came in September 2024 against Daniel Dubois, the then IBF world champion who had been on a great recent run and stopped Jarrell Miller and Filip Hrgovic.

Dubois continued that form at Wembley Stadium. From the opening bell, he unleashed a barrage of powerful punches that sent AJ crashing to the canvas early on, and he never seemed to fully recover.

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Joshua, chasing a third heavyweight crown, looked uncharacteristically off-balance and heavy-footed as Dubois’s precision and aggression ruled the night.

Come the fifth round, ‘DDD’ landed more heavy blows and sent Joshua to the canvas one final time as the former unified ruler was counted out by the referee.

After that, Dubois went into an undisputed heavyweight showdown with Oleksandr Usyk. It was the second time they had fought and just like the first time, he was stopped inside the distance but many think he has what it takes to become a champion again.

Dubois has not fought since that contest back in August but now, with a new coach Tony Sims in his corner, he is ready to return.

Speaking to iFL TV, he was asked if a Joshua rematch interests him.

“Of course it does. Of course it does.”

Joshua’s manager, Eddie Hearn, has spoken before of Joshua’s desire to avenge his loss to Dubois, so this could be a fight to be made, though WBC interim belt holder Agit Kabayel has also shown an interest in taking on Dubois sometime soon.

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“What Else Is Left For You?”: Canelo Offered Mega Fight Lifeline Fo

By Admin October 25, 2025

“What Else Is Left For You?”: Canelo Offered Mega Fight Lifeline Following Terence Crawford Loss

Canelo Alvarez appears to have been offered yet another ‘mega-fight’ just weeks after he was beaten by Terence Crawford.

The Mexican great was handed the third defeat of his professional career by ‘Bud’ Crawford when they clashed in Las Vegas on September 13, surrendering his undisputed super-middleweight world championship in the process.

Canelo had gone into his clash with the American star as the favourite but could not match the tempo that had been set by ‘Bud’ on fight night, leaving him faced with a style that appeared to frustrate him over the course of their historic 12-round clash.

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As he prepares to enter what could be the final few years of his decorated career, Canelo has been offered an opportunity to finally lock horns with long-term rival David Benavidez, who currently holds the WBC light-heavyweight title.

In an interview with talkSPORT, Benavidez claimed that he is ‘still hopeful’ that a showdown between himself and Canelo can be made, as he admits he is targeting ‘all the belts’ at light-heavyweight.

“No I haven’t given up complete hope in that fight. I feel like until he retires and he’s out of the sport of boxing, there’s always going to be a possibility of that fight being made.

“And for good reason because at the end of the day, what other fight is there left for Canelo? And now it seems like I got the cards in my hands, he doesn’t have any belt at 168 and I have a belt at 175 and I’m planning to get all the belts at 175.”

Benavidez is set to make the first defence of his WBC world title next month as he prepares to face Britain’s two-time world title challenger Anthony Yarde on Saturday November 22 at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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Why Deontay Wilder is Now More Likely to Face Usyk Than Tyson Fury

By Admin October 25, 2025

Boxing fans’ heavyweight landscape just shifted dramatically as Tyson Fury confirms he will not pursue a comeback after Oleksandr Usyk ruled out a third fight.

In response, Fury’s decision to step away from the ring is permanent. Fury’s decision to reaffirm his exile means former rival Deontay Wilder is now more likely to face Usyk in the future as the most significant name option.

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Fury Explains Why He’s Walking Away
Speaking to channel FurociTV, Fury explained his thinking in stark terms:

“There’s no actual reason for me to go back in the boxing ring. I’m 37, and I’ve been punched for 25 years. It used to be about money, about titles, but now I’ve got more than I could ever spend and all the belts I could dream of. Does it make me happier? No.”

He continued:

“The climb was better than the peak. I could go back anytime, but I just don’t want to. Boxing doesn’t take prisoners—it only takes casualties. I’ve done well to come out intact. I’m not tempting fate anymore.”

Fury’s promoter Frank Warren echoed the sentiment, noting the Gypsy King has no interest in chasing further glory or risking long-term damage.

Fury Chapter Closed
For fans hoping for a blockbuster Usyk-Fury trilogy, WBN can confirm that chapter is effectively closed. Fury’s focus has shifted away from heavyweight boxing in the ring, and his return now seems contingent on an unprecedented circumstance.

“You could offer me one billion today, and it wouldn’t move the needle,” Fury said. “I’ve gone past caring what other people think.”

Usyk’s Road Ahead
While Fury steps back, Usyk is looking forward. Team Leader Sergey Lapin told Ready To Fight:

“A trilogy with Fury is no longer a priority—that chapter is closed.”

Usyk plans around five more fights, with a possible return in early 2026. WBN understands Joseph Parker vs Fabio Wardley is next, followed by Agit Kabayel in Germany. A voluntary bout with Deontay Wilder could happen if the American first racks up standout wins.

Wilder has long expressed interest in a clash with Usyk, as mandatory obligations push a Wilder clash to 2027

The former pound-for-pound king will eventually clear his two remaining mandatory defenses—the IBF and WBA—before retiring, aiming to finish his storied career at age 41 on top.

Young Blood vs Experience
While emerging talents like Moses Itauma are on the horizon, Usyk’s camp remains confident: experience and skill are still firmly on the Ukrainian’s side.

Fury’s decision may have closed the door on one of boxing’s most unnecessary trilogies, but it leaves the path clear for Usyk to continue his reign.

For fans, the heavyweight division promises drama, high stakes, and marquee matchups for at least another three years before the new generation steps forward.

The Possible Usyk Plan
Spring 2026 | Parker or Wardley

Fall 2026 | Agit Kabayel

Early 2027 | Deontay Wilder

Mid 2027 | IBF or WBA mandatory

Career Finale | IBF or WBA mandatory

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Terence Crawford stole something much greater from Canelo Alvarez than his undisputed belts

By Admin October 24, 2025

Over a month later, Terence Crawford’s performance in the most important bout of his life remains outstanding.

Taking on Canelo Alvarez in front of a biased crowd in Las Vegas, “Bud” came out to go toe-to-toe with Alvarez and did more than that.

Crawford handily beat Alvarez, delivering another masterclass in technically proficient boxing against an opponent that many other fighters have been too scared to attack. In the process, he became undisputed in a third weight class. But Crawford may have taken something more important from Alvarez than his super middleweight belts.

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Is Terence Crawford the new “Face of Boxing”?

For years, Alvarez has been dubbed the “Face of Boxing”. Even the Mexican himself has accepted the moniker. But after losing to Crawford, Jaron “Boots” Ennis believes there’s a new “face” in town now.

“He just beat Canelo, the face of boxing. So that makes Crawford the face of boxing at the moment.”

That’s certainly logical, but Alvarez earning that moniker goes deeper than just winning fights. Canelo is a superstar in every sense of the word, and his out-of-ring persona has become larger than life.

Crawford is the better boxer at this moment in time, and arguably over the course of their respective careers, but he simply can’t sell and bring in revenue like Alvarez can. He absolutely has the bragging rights, though, and can steal Canelo’s nickname for now.

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“I’m Not Scared Of You”: Hall Of Fame Legend Wants To Face Gervonta Davis

By Admin October 24, 2025

A Hall of Fame great remains interested in a potential future showdown with three-weight world champion Gervonta Davis.

Davis currently reigns as the WBA lightweight champion with his most recent defence coming against countryman Lamont Roach Jr back in March, although their New York City meeting ended in a controversial majority decision draw.

The 30-year-old from Baltimore has racked up 28 stoppage victories since making his professional debut, defeating the likes of Ryan Garcia, Rolando Romero and Leo Santa Cruz inside the scheduled distance.

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He is now preparing for an exhibition clash with Jake Paul on November 14, but Davis appears to be on the radar of Filipino icon Manny Pacquiao, who made a sensational comeback to the sport back in July.

As revealed by Mike Coppinger on the Inside The Ring Show, Pacquiao is said to be keen on a potential clash with Davis in the near future.

“I spoke to Pacquiao’s adviser Sean Gibbons who also runs his promotional company, he says the three names they are looking at are Rolly Romero, Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis and Conor Benn. Those are the fights for Manny right now, whether they are the first or the second fight, those are the guys he’s looking at.”

In a separate interview with Seconds Out, the eight-division world champion claimed that he ‘isn’t scared’ of facing someone of Davis’ calibre, despite him being on the verge of turning 47-years-old.

‘PacMan’ made his return to the ring against reigning WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios on July 19, fighting to a majority decision draw against ‘El Azteca’ in Las Vegas.

The 46-year-old is expected to make his 74th ring appearance in the early stages of 2026, with reports suggesting that he could lock horns with WBA welterweight champion ‘Rolly’ Romero next.

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