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Anthony Joshua’s return could snap interesting 10-year stat as pro

By Admin October 14, 2025

Anthony Joshua’s return could snap interesting 10-year stat as promoter hints at new fight date

Anthony Joshua’s return to boxing has seen another twist in this seemingly never-ending tale.

Gearing up for his comeback to the ring for the first time since his stunning knockout loss to Daniel Dubois over a year ago, former two-time heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua has yet to land an opponent for the clash.

And linked most recently to a showdown with Russian giant Arslanbek Makhmudov off the back of his win over Dave Allen, Joshua seemed set for a 2026 return to action.

READ: Anthony Joshua’s Next Opponent ‘Confirmed’ And it’s Not Tyson Fury

However, in a new update, the Watford native may be returning sooner than expected, in a setting which would snap his lengthy spree.

Anthony Joshua may compete before 2026

In a new update from Matchroom Boxing leader Eddie Hearn, the Dagenham promoter revealed Joshua could feature as soon as the last months of 2025.

And to boot, according to the veteran boxing matchmaker, Joshua would be placed on the undercard of a potential end-of-year show.

If that were the case, Joshua would be fighting in a clash outside of a main event for the first time in 10 years, when he improved to 13-0 with a knockout of Kevin Johnson on the undercard of Kell Brook’s showdown with Frankie Gavin.

“All I’m saying is, if he (Anthony Joshua) fights this year, it will just be a ‘run out’ fight,” Hearn told IFL TV. “Because, coming back and fighting in a big arena, in a tough fight after being out for a year and a half, it’s not easy.

“And it ain’t about the money [in] this fight this year,” Hearn explained. “…It’s 50/50 if he fights this year, but if he will (sic), he’ll be added to a card. He won’t be headlining.”

Anthony Joshua picked to knock out ‘dangerous’ star.

Having shared the ring with the above-mentioned 6ft 5in Makhmudov, veteran British star Allen has weighed in a potential fight between the Russian and his compatriot.

And having trained with the Olympic gold medalist in the past, Allen raved over the power of Makhmudov.

But as far as he’s concerned, Joshua holds the tools to likely finish Makhmudov — early, in fact.

I think I’d pick (Anthony) Joshua to beat him (Arslanbek Makhmudov). I think Joshua will flatten him in a couple rounds. But he’s a dangerous guy though, so it’d be a good fight while it lasted,” Allen told Boxing King Media.

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Anthony Joshua’s Next Opponent ‘Confirmed’ And it’s Not Tyson Fury

By Admin October 13, 2025

Anthony Joshua’s next opponent has been ‘confirmed’ and a ‘deal’ is supposedly in place for a big fight next year.

Joshua hasn’t fought since his crushing knockout defeat to Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium last year.

But a comeback is in the works, having undergone surgery on his elbow in May to correct an injury that had sidelined him from training.

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A bout in Africa has been mooted, with Nigeria and Ghana rumoured as countries to host a mega event, ahead of a potential all-British battle against Tyson Fury, who is expected to return to action next year.

A proposed clash against Fury would likely take place in the summer, paving the way for a tune-up at the start of 2026.

Several names have been linked with a fight against Joshua, including Martin Bakole and Tony Yoka.

But, according to Arslanbek Makhmudov, he has a ‘deal’ in place to fight Joshua next year, having beaten Dave Allen on Saturday.

Makhmudov beat Allen by unanimous decision in Sheffield to seemingly punch his ticket for a meeting against ‘AJ’.

Speaking after his hard-fought win, where he had two points deducted for holding, the towering Russian contender confirmed a fight with Joshua following talks on social media.

“I already have a deal with him,” he told Boxing News. “We spoke with him in Instagram. He said, ‘Okay go fight with Dave Allen and [we] fight next year’. He confirmed. Now it’s his turn.”

Makhmudov has won 21 of his 23 professional matches and is on a two-fight winning streak following his defeat to Guido Vianello last year.

What has Eddie Hearn said about Anthony Joshua?

Hearn has remained tight-lipped on who Joshua will return against, but he insists his client is hellbent on facing Fury.

A fight between Fury and Joshua could break all records in the UK given the profile of each men and their long-standing rivalry.

“It’s exactly what everybody wanted to hear,” Hearn said of Fury’s expected return to the ring. “The thing that AJ wants more than anything, is to fight Tyson Fury.

“That is the biggest fight in the sport… I’m hopeful.”

He added: “The only thing that is close to that level [for Joshua] is to win the world heavyweight championship again, which is a big motivation for him.”

Like Joshua, Fury also hasn’t fought this year. The ‘Gypsy King’ suffered a points defeat to Oleksandr Usyk last year.

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Jake Paul makes controversial move for Gervonta Davis fight and

By Admin October 13, 2025

Jake Paul makes controversial move for Gervonta Davis fight and proves fans right in a bad way

At one point, the idea of a real, high-level boxer stepping into the ring with Jake Paul seemed like a laughingstock. Up until the end of summer, that was still the case. But Gervonta Davis has decided to take the plunge, prioritizing money over legacy for an exhibition bout against Paul on November 15 in Miami, Florida.

Many fans believe “Tank” will take a dive in the fight, or not even truly try to hit Paul. There have been plenty of conspiracy theories regarding Paul’s fights, with his last one against Mike Tyson turning into a joke in many fans’ eyes. As things stand, there is no fishy business regarding the fight. Whether Davis goes all-out on fight night remains to be seen. If the bout ends up going to the judges’ scorecards, that’s where the controversy might begin.

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AI judge to be one of three official scorers for Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis fight

Reports emerged on Friday that the Paul-Davis fight will feature an AI (artificial intelligence) judge as one of the three judges who will determine the outcome of the bout if it comes down to a decision. While an AI judge has been featured on boxing broadcasts, it’s unprecedented for one to make an official scorecard. Thankfully, it’s an exhibition anyway.

That could certainly lead to a controversial moment if fans believe a specific boxer dominated the fight, and the final verdict comes down to AI. Given that Paul has tons of doubters as is, this likely won’t sit well with any of them.

The Paul-Davis fight is just over a month away and will feature legitimate, high-profile professional fights on the undercard. Alycia Baumgardner, Ellie Scotney, Gary Antuanne Russell and other stars will feature.

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Mike Tyson Makes Promise Ahead of Floyd Mayweather Fight

By Admin October 13, 2025

Mike Tyson has warned Floyd Mayweather yet again about their upcoming fight in 2026. ‘Iron’ Mike, now 59, is coming back to take on Mayweather in 2026 in an exhibition bout.

It’s a clash of two legends. Tyson is arguably the biggest name in the history of boxing while 50-0-0 Mayweather is the sport’s most profitable superstar to date. And there’s no doubt fans will tune in when two greats of their respective eras share the ring next year.

Tyson lost to Jake Paul via unanimous decision in November 2024. At 58, Tyson looked like a man of his age, but he’s made a promise about the Mayweather fight that might sound like a warning music to the latter’s ears.

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Mike Tyson speaks out on Floyd Mayweather bout

Tyson has promised he’d be better than his last bout against ‘The Problem Child’. Speaking to People, he said, “It’s going to be really interesting. I can’t believe, since the last time I did this, I’ve fought… What? Two times, going on three times…I’ll do better in the next one.”

While Tyson is now 59, he is a special type of human being. And if he promises to improve, any opponent, even if that’s Mayweather, needs to take note. Tyson is also looking to live in the moment for the upcoming fight. He said:

“This moment’s going to be over. Just enjoy it, it doesn’t last forever.”

– Mike Tyson

Tyson retired from professional boxing in 2005. He returned inside the ring in 2020 to take on Roy Jones Jr in an exhibition. In 2024, his bout against Paul was under professional settings. The Mayweather clash, though, will be an exhibition.

As for ‘Money’ Mayweather, his last professional outing was in 2017, a 10th round TKO win against UFC icon Conor McGregor. Mayweather has since appeared in exhibition bouts, taking on Tenshin Nasukawa, Logan Paul, Deji, and more.

Tyson ruled the heavyweight division during his career while Mayweather is the king of lighter weight classes. Neither is in their prime, meaning fans can expect a showcase of their skills in this spectacle instead of an actual fight. With two legends like them involved, it can be expected to be a show stopping event regardless of all the aforementioned factors.

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Oleksandr Usyk Heartbreakingly Set to Miss Out on Dream Fight, S

By Admin October 12, 2025

Oleksandr Usyk Heartbreakingly Set to Miss Out on Dream Fight, Says Klitschko Mentor

The boxing world is anticipating Oleksandr Usyk’s next move in the heavyweight division. Still, according to Bernd Boente, former 17-year manager of the Klitschkos and long-time Sky Germany and DAZN DACH commentator, Usyk may never get the chance to defend his world titles in Kyiv’s Olympic Stadium—a fight he has long dreamed of.

Boente, a two-time The Ring Magazine Manager of the Year and German Boxing Manager of the Year in 2017, exclusively told World Boxing News that the ongoing conflict in Ukraine makes the Kyiv dream fight unlikely.

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Kyiv Fight in Jeopardy
“Usyk doesn’t have anything to prove to anyone anymore,” Boente told WBN. “His dream is to defend his world titles in Kyiv’s Olympic Stadium after the war. But unfortunately, there are currently no signs that Russia will end its brutal war of aggression anytime soon.”

Boente also outlined Usyk’s potential path if he chooses to continue:

“With an undisputed champion like Usyk, waiting is always a problem for the official challengers. The winner of Parker vs. Wardley is next, and then hopefully Agit Kabayel sometime in 2026. However, if Usyk retires before then, Agit would immediately become WBC World Champion.”

A Career Defined by Mastery and Legacy
Boente praised Usyk’s recent performances and emphasized the importance of finishing a career at the top.

“I would like to see the great person and champion Oleksandr Usyk retire as reigning champion, like Rocky Marciano, Lennox Lewis, and Vitali Klitschko before him. He could even be the second heavyweight champion after Marciano to retire undefeated. Usyk delivered a terrific performance against Dubois. A sold-out Wembley Stadium and excellent PPV sales suggest that the rematch, after Dubois’ sensational KO victory over Anthony Joshua, was a complete commercial success.”

“Usyk has already achieved everything. The right path now is to retire while still at the top—that’s how true champions build legacies that last forever,” Boente added.

What’s Next for Usyk
If Usyk decides to continue fighting, the heavyweight division awaits. Boente noted that official challengers must plan around Usyk’s schedule, with names like Agit Kabayel and the Parker vs. Wardley winner poised for potential title shots.

However, retirement could make those matchups moot, instantly elevating challengers like Kabayel.

Usyk Career Highlights
2012: Wins Olympic Gold in Heavyweight (London).

2013: Turns professional at age 26, debuting on November 9.

2016: Captures WBO Cruiserweight title by defeating Krzysztof Głowacki.

2018: Becomes the undisputed Cruiserweight champion after defeating Murat Gassiev in the WBSS Final.

2019: Moves to Heavyweight, defeating Chazz Witherspoon.

2021: Beats Anthony Joshua to become Unified Heavyweight Champion (WBA, IBF, WBO, IBO).

2022: Successfully defends Unified Heavyweight titles in rematch against Anthony Joshua.

2023: Defends Unified Heavyweight titles against Daniel Dubois in Wrocław, Poland.

2024 (May): Defeats Tyson Fury via Split Decision to become Undisputed Heavyweight Champion (WBC, WBA, IBF, WBO, and The Ring).

2024 (December): Defeats Tyson Fury via Unanimous Decision to successfully defend the Undisputed Heavyweight Championship.

2025: Reclaims undisputed heavyweight titles in a rematch against Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium.

Analysis
Boente’s insights underscore the challenges elite champions face: balancing legacy, opportunity, and external factors beyond their control.

Usyk has accomplished nearly everything inside the ring, and his choices now, whether to retire or continue facing challengers, will define the lasting legacy of one of modern boxing’s greatest heavyweights.

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How AI Will Play A Huge Role In The Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis Fight

By Admin October 12, 2025

The Florida State Athletic Commission has released detailed rules for the Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis bout that will take place on November 14 and be broadcast on Netflix.

The fight announcement took fans by surprise, mainly due to the significant size difference between the two opponents. Paul’s last fight was at cruiserweight, while Davis is the WBA lightweight champion. ‘The Problem Child’, 6’1″, also holds an 8 inch height advantage over ‘Tank’ Davis.

The fight was initially set for Atlanta, Georgia, however, was later shifted to Florida following the previous commission refusing to sanction it. The fight poster, meanwhile, is inspired by GTA VI. Paul’s marketing genius has once again been on display and more rules for the Davis bout have now come to light.

Tanky Davis is in trouble pic.twitter.com/BvCBBq25YU

— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) September 17, 2025

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Commission reveals Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis rules

Perhaps the most notable aspect of the fight is that Paul vs Davis will have two human judges and one AI judge for the bout.

The bout will consist of 10 rounds, each lasting three minutes. While it’s an exhibition, TKO and KO will still be in play. In a statement, the Florida State Athletic Commission revealed:

“The Florida Athletic Commission confirms that this event has been sanctioned as an exhibition. The match will be logged in the national registry as an exhibition, and it will not count toward either athlete’s professional record.”

– FAC

The Commission added, “The exhibition will classify knockouts and technical knockouts as fight-ending in the same manner as professional contests. The Florida Athletic Commission remains committed to transparency, regulatory compliance, and the continued safe advancement of combative sports in Florida.”

AI judging is definitely something new and adds another unique talking point to the already hyped Paul vs Davis bout. ‘The Problem Child’ never fails to grab eyeballs, despite fans remaining skeptical of the merit of his opponents so far. ‘Tank’ Davis, meanwhile, is one of boxing’s most notable superstars and it’s always fireworks when he’s in action.

Jake Paul disses Gervonta Davis in fight build-up

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Paul knows how to hype a fight up and he has been doing so through relentless trash talk for the ‘Tank’ Davis showdown. Paul isn’t pulling any punches and the YouTuber turned pro-boxer told Netflix:

“His nickname might be Tank, but I’m an FPV drone, and I’m about to disable his ass. Yes, he is one of the top pound-for-pound boxers in the world, but my motto is anyone, anytime, anyplace, against all odds. And I like my odds.”

– Jake Paul

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Terence Crawford urged to accept ‘fight for the ages’ with undefeate

By Admin October 12, 2025

Terence Crawford urged to accept ‘fight for the ages’ with undefeated former unified world champion

Eddie Hearn wants to see Terence Crawford face Jaron Ennis in 2026.

Crawford has yet to commit to his next move in the sport and is pondering his future after becoming undisputed 168lbs champion with victory over Canelo Alvarez.

READ: I’m the last man to beat Terence Crawford, here’s how I did it

He has teased both retirement from the sport and potential fights at 160lbs, or whatever route will provide any life-changing financial incentive.

The likes of middleweight champion Janibek Alimkhanuly and Carlos Adames have offered to step in with Crawford in recent weeks.

But now it is a familiar face who wants to take on Crawford, several years after the pair were originally ordered to face each other.

Eddie Hearn wants his charge Jaron Ennis, who has been tipped as a future pound-for-pound king in the sport, to step in with Crawford imminently.

He said: “For me, that is a fight for the ages, against (Terence) Crawford.

“But, we have to prove ourselves — look, Terence is only going to fight ‘Boots’ if there’s loads of money on the line.

“Because he knows how good Ennis is, and he’s not gonna fight anymore, unless it’s for a lot of money.

“He has to earn his shot against Crawford, but that is the fight in nine to 12 months time — three fights down the line.”

Ennis’ would arguably be the biggest remaining test on the table for Crawford within the three weight classes he is open to competing in.

Will Terence Crawford vs Jaron Ennis actually happen?

Crawford vs Ennis seems unlikely given a bout previously failed to materialise.

In July 2023 while both at 147lbs, Crawford was ordered to face ‘Boots’ for the IBF title by the governing body, but the bout didn’t happen.

Crawford’s team reportedly suggested they’d be unable to fight Ennis, and the showdown remained on ice with the champion stripped of his title.

‘Bud’ later suggested Ennis had been given opportunities to bring the clash to life but had turned them down.

A huge all-American clash would be huge for the sport, but Ennis is yet to make the same splash as Crawford commercially despite his elite skills.

Crawford has also already captured a world title belt at 154lbs, where Ennis will debut this weekend against Uisma Lima.

So it is deemed more likely that he will choose to return at 160lbs, with the chance to make further history more attractive.

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I’m the last man to beat Terence Crawford, here’s how I did it

By Admin October 11, 2025

Terence Crawford has never tasted defeat as a professional, but he is familiar with the gutwrenching feeling from his amateur days.

Before embarking on a 42-0 pro career that has seen him rise to the top of the sport, Crawford fought 70 times in the unpaid ranks, losing on 12 occasions.

The last of those defeats came in his final outing in the vest against Miguel ‘Silky Smooth’ Gonzalez at the US Olympic trials in Houston back in August 2007.

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Crawford had already beaten Gonzalez twice in October 2006 and June 2007.

But when they met for a third time, Gonzalez exacted his revenge, outpointing Crawford by a margin of 32–23.

Explaining how he did it during a recent appearance on the Porter’s Way Podcast with Shawn Porter, Gonzalez said: “You’ve got to punch with Crawford, you’ve got to counter him while punching with him.

“You have got to bang the body and stay on top of Crawford. Fight him in that phone booth if you can.

“As I remember, that is exactly what I did… What tripped me out was that he got low in the ring; he cut his height down.

“I had a field day with that. He should have stayed tall. I stayed on his chest.

“What I always thought about Crawford was that he is easily taken out of his fight.

“Maybe he fought his fight, but I thought he fought my fight.

“With Bud, you can easily get him to fight you. In all of Bud’s fights, Bud fights you. If you catch him, he wants to catch you back.

“Bud doesn’t run from anybody, and that is where I felt I had the upper hand in our competition.”

Gonzalez eventually had his Olympic dream shattered by Sadam Ali, who went on to represent the United States at the 2008 Beijing Games.

One year later, both Crawford and Gonzalez turned over as professionals to differing levels of success.

What did Miguel Gonzalez and Terence Crawford achieve as professionals?

While Crawford went on to become the first three-weight undisputed champion of the four-belt era, Gonzalez never fought for a world title.

In 2014, when Crawford broke out onto the world stage by dethroning WBO lightweight king Ricky Burns in Scotland, Gonzalez lost to the unheralded Fernando Carcamo.

After competing just twice in five years, Gonzalez hung up his gloves in 2019 with a 25-4 record, having never taken a step above North American level.

Terence Crawford’s world titles

WBO Lightweight Title
WBO Super Lightweight Title
WBC Super Lightweight Title
IBF Super Lightweight Title
WBA Super Lightweight Title
WBO Welterweight Title
IBF Welterweight Title
WBC Welterweight Title
WBA Welterweight Title
WBA Super Welterweight Title
WBA Super Middleweight Title
WBC Super Middleweight Title
IBF Super Middleweight Title
WBO Super Middleweight Title

While he doesn’t measure up to Crawford’s résumé, ‘Silky Smooth’ will forever remain a footnote in the future Hall of Famer’s story.

“It’s mixed emotions,” added Gonzalez, of being mostly remembered for his amateur win over Crawford.

“I wish I was the guy who is on top at the moment, but unfortunately, that didn’t happen.

“I’m great with the victory, and I’m great with my past with Bud Crawford.

“I take my hat off to him and his career, but he and I know what is going on when we are in that ring.

“As long as he keeps winning, I am that man.”

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Controversial Rule Tyson Fury May Be Forced to Follow if AJ Fight Goes Ahead

By Admin October 11, 2025

Tyson Fury may be forced to follow a strict rule if his super-fight against Anthony Joshua goes ahead next year.

Fury is set to end his latest retirement from boxing as he eyes a return to the ring next year.

Promoter Frank Warren has spoken with Fury and mapped out his plans ahead of the self-proclaimed ‘Gypsy King’ resuming his legendary professional career.

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An all-British showdown against Joshua has been rumoured, with Matchroom chief Eddie Hearn revealing a monstrous purse awaits both men if they can strike a deal.

If Fury and Joshua agree to fight each other next year, then ‘AJ’ could look to enforce a controversial rule on his rival.

When the 37-year-old rematched Oleksandr Usyk last December, Team Usyk took exception to the Brit’s beard and claimed it ‘grossly violates’ boxing rules.

Alex Krassyuk, who was promoting Usyk at the time, said: “Beard rule is grossly violated.

“WBC rules clearly say: ‘A boxer may spouse a trimmed beard and/or moustache as long as, in the discretion of the commission and the supervisor, the facial hair thickness does not: (1) cushion or in any way affect the impact or trajectory of punches; or (2) cause cuts or abrasions to his rival’.

“So, Tyson’s beard has to be trimmed. We will push it further.”

If Fury enters a proposed clash against Joshua with a beard, then the 35-year-old could look to enforce the rule.

Fury, who wore an eye-catching suit, arrived at Ricky Hatton’s funeral on Friday with a somewhat clean-shaven look, but the beard could return once he embarks on another gruelling fight camp.

If his facial hair is bushy and out of control, then Team Joshua could follow in the same footsteps of Usyk’s camp by requesting it to be trimmed.

But Team Joshua will be hoping for a different outcome if such scenario arose as Team Usyk failed in their request as Fury did not have to cut or trim his beard despite calls to do so.

His manager Spencer Brown said: “Tyson Fury has boxed with a beard on many occasions as do other fighters, most recently [Artur] Beterbiev. Usyk himself has come out publicly and said Tyson having a beard is no problem.

“There is no law or ruling in boxing to say you can’t fight with a beard. It’s ridiculous that this has already been brought up in a rules meeting to no avail. Simply put if Usyk had a beard we would have no issue. This is not a fashion show, it’s boxing.”

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Turki Alalshikh Suffered Financial Loss Over Canelo vs. Crawford’s $15

By Admin October 11, 2025

Turki Alalshikh Suffered Financial Loss Over Canelo vs. Crawford’s $150M+ Fight Purse Deal, Speculates Rival Promoter

Just the other day, boxing insider Rick Glaser bestowed a new moniker on Terence Crawford. ‘I’m going to call him “King,” as King Crawford has a quality sound to it,” he said. Given Crawford’s recent visits to Saudi Arabia and Japan, Glaser reflected on the age-old wisdom – ‘To the victor goes the spoils.’ With the super middleweight’s four belts, his third undisputed championship, and $50 million, the Nebraska native is indeed flying high. After all those years fighting in the sidelines, he deserves it. However, if what Eddie Hearn said stands true, then his achievement might have exacted a price.

One, paid by Turki Alalshikh. Hearn’s appearance at Ariel Helwani’s show has sent alarm bells across the boxing world. According to the Matchroom boss, despite the streaming and gate records and Canelo and Terence Crawford‘s $150 million paycheck, Turki Alalshikh and his team might have suffered a financial hit. Many lauded Zuffa Boxing’s inaugural event at T-Mobile Arena. Still a few, like Eddie Hearn, seemingly prefer to hold it under the lens.

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Eddie Hearn: Canelo vs. Crawford missed the mark

Speaking about Zuffa Boxing’s purported plans to hold a ‘Contender Series’ in 2026 that likely resembles the UFC format, Hearn shed some light on the potential layout of schedules. “I think their model will be the league, the content, whatever they want to call it. And then I think they’ll delve into some big shows during the year,” he said. Helwani promptly cited an example – the Canelo-Crawford showdown.

Only, it forced Eddie Hearn to spill the tea on some hard truths. “I don’t think the reality is I don’t know the numbers, but there was probably a loss on that show because of the deal that Turkey did with Canelo and Crawford, and, you know, he really looks after the fighters and, you know, the costs involved in a Saudi Rad season show,” the Matchroom honcho stated.

He speculated if the Zuffa Boxing-Riyadh Season collab would risk staging another show of such magnitude. “Now, every big fight we do runs the risk of making a loss. That’s just boxing. You just hope that the numbers, you know, are good enough and solid enough at the end that it’s a profitable game.”

Another followed. Reflecting on Dana White’s claims about staging some of the biggest shows in history, he pointed out – funded by Riyadh Season, Canelo vs. Crawford was Turki Alalshikh’s brainchild.

A rivalry to push the sport to new heights?

The noise of Eddie Hearn’s sharp critiques now reverberates across the boxing world. Falling on either side of the fence, followers have invariably taken sides. But one might as well take a look at Rick Glaser’s nuanced take.

With serious comments coming from both, a battle between @DanaWhite & @EddieHearn is now heating up. It's going to be a very interesting watch with these two giants going at it. I'm Switzerland in this battle, I simply want what's best for Boxing, which giant can deliver for the…

— Rick Glaser (@RealRickGlaser1) October 9, 2025

Speaking about Hearn and White’s rivalry, the New York Boxing Hall of Fame (NYBHOF) inductee stated, “Competition drives some to greatness; Bob Arum & Don King had each other to drive each to great heights,” he said before raising a poignant question: “Could Dana White vs. Eddie Hearn become the next Arum vs. King battle royale?”

Ever since Zuffa Boxing stepped into the ring, legacy promoters have been sitting on pins and needles. With the exception of a few, most currently work in tandem with Riyadh Season. So a clash of thoughts and ideas is bound to take place.

Fans should watch out for this space as more such intriguing conversations emerge.

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