Meldrick Taylor is a name that resonates in the annals of boxing history, often accompanied by phrases that echo bitterly through the years—“two seconds from greatness.” On March 17, 1990, in a bout against the legendary Julio Cesar Chavez, Taylor was on the cusp of victory, only to see it snatched away in a matter
The boxing world is buzzing with anticipation as Tim Tszyu prepares to clash with Bakhram Murtazaliev, the IBF junior middleweight champion, at the Caribe Royale Resort in Orlando, Florida. This encounter carries significant weight for Tszyu (24-1, 17 KOs), especially following his recent setback against Sebastian Fundora. The night pits a former champion against a
After the confrontation between Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney on April 20th, the fallout from the match has sparked significant discussion. Garcia, who boasts an impressive record of 24 wins and only one loss, took to social media to provide an in-depth analysis of Haney’s defeat, attributing it less to skill and more to fundamental
In the realm of professional boxing, promotional battles often resonate just as loudly as those seen in the ring. Bob Arum, a seasoned promoter, recently expressed his exasperation over the International Boxing Federation’s (IBF) decision to appoint relatively obscure Michael Eifert as the mandatory challenger for Artur Beterbiev’s IBF light heavyweight title. This requirement comes
Deontay Wilder, the former WBC heavyweight champion known for his explosive knockout power, has become a central figure in boxing discussions even after his last fight—a disheartening June stoppage at the hands of Zhilei Zhang. As rumors swirl about his potential return to the ring, boxing enthusiasts and analysts alike are left to ponder the
The boxing world is gearing up for an electrifying showdown this Saturday night, October 19th, at the Caribe Royale Resort in Orlando, Florida, as IBF junior middleweight champion Bakhram Murtazaliev defends his title against former champion Tim Tszyu in a pivotal 12-round fight. Both fighters successfully weighed in the day before, with Murtazaliev tipping the
This Saturday, boxing fans around the world will tune in to watch Tim Tszyu as he embarks on a pivotal moment in his career. Streaming live on Amazon as part of a PBC non-PPV card, this matchup serves as a crucial juncture for Tszyu following his first professional loss. In his last bout, Tszyu faced
Tim Tszyu, the Australian boxing prodigy and former WBO 154-pound champion, is gearing up for what many consider a crucial fight in his career. Facing IBF junior middleweight champion Bakhram Murtazaliev on October 19th at the Caribe Royale in Orlando, Florida, Tszyu is fueled by the burning desire to reclaim his position among boxing’s elite.
In the world of sports, stories of camaraderie and compassion often go unnoticed, overshadowed by the competition and rivalry inherent in the arena. However, a poignant narrative has emerged following the tragic motorcycle accident that took the life of Kevin Mitchell’s younger brother. The former two-time lightweight title challenger shared a touching account of how
The boxing landscape has been jolted with the International Boxing Federation’s (IBF) recent directive mandating Artur Beterbiev to defend his light heavyweight titles against Michael Eifert, thereby casting a shadow over the anticipation surrounding a rematch with Dmitry Bivol. This unexpected ruling is not merely an inconvenience; it has the potential to derail what many