Anthony Joshua Delivers 4 Word Message To Usyk After Coming Face To Face For First Time Since Fury Win

‘Anything is possible’- Canelo Alvarez sets record straight on Terence Crawford mega-fight

Canelo Alvarez has opened the door to a money-spinning showdown with Terrence Crawford.

The 34-year-old Mexican took his record to 62-2-2 by beating Edgar Berlanga via a unanimous decision in September.

David Benavidez’s name has been touted and William Scull says his team have been approached over a unification fight.

Canelo was stripped of the IBF title after refusing to take on Scull, who was his mandatory opponent.

But 37-year-old American Crawford is the fight fans want to see and Alvarez has finally broken his silence.

“There’s always a chance there,” he told Ring Magazine. “We’ll see, but there’s always a chance there. We’re here to make the best deals, and there’s always the chance.”

Crawford is 41-0 and has won world titles in four weight classes from lightweight to light middleweight.

As Alvarez suggested, it would take a large purse to tempt him into fighting the dangerous southpaw.

But fans may get their wish as Turki Alalshikh is desperate to see the bout happen.

“I want to see Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn, I want to see of course Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua,” he said on Froch On Fighting.

“I want to see Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford, and I also want to see Devin Haney vs Ryan Garcia the rematch.

“For Oleksandr Usyk he will wait for the card of February. He has said he wants to fight one or two fights more, and I would like to see the Dubois rematch.”

Anthony Joshua Delivers 4 Word Message To Usyk After Coming Face To…

Anthony Joshua Delivers 4 Word Message To Usyk After Coming Face To Face For First Time Since Fury Win

Oleksandr Usyk sits right at the top of many pound-for-pound lists.

The former undisputed cruiserweight champion stepped up to heavyweight just five years ago and has beaten all comers on his way to gaining every belt in boxing’s blue-riband division

After victories over Chazz Witherspoon and Derek Chisora the Ukrainian dethroned Anthony Joshua, taking his WBA, IBF and WBO titles when he outpointed the Brit over 12 rounds in London back in 2021. The following year Usyk repeated the feat and retained his belts in a rematch in Saudi Arabia.

Daniel Dubois was then called as a mandatory and, after being put on the canvas for the first time in his career from a controversial low blow, Usyk stopped his man in the ninth round to setup an undisputed clash against WBC champion Tyson Fury.

The 37-year-old defeated ‘The Gypsy King’ twice within the space of seven months to cement his standing as the best heavyweight of his generation and become the divisions first undisputed champion since Lennox Lewis nearly 25 years ago.

After KO Threat: Anthony Joshua squares off with ‘most dangerous fighter…

After KO Threat: Anthony Joshua squares off with ‘most dangerous fighter in the heavyweight division’ after KO threat

Anthony Joshua had a jam-packed night in London for the 2024 Ring Awards.

The former two-time heavyweight world champion came face-to-face with Daniel Dubois for the first time since being knocked out cold by his British compatriot in September.

AJ spent most of his night talking up a potential clash with Tyson Fury, which remains one of the biggest in boxing despite the fact that they both appear to have passed their peak.

If that fight doesn’t come off, Anthony Joshua could box the dark horse of the heavyweight division.

Anthony Joshua faces off with Martin Bakole

Martin Bakole is a 6ft 6in KO artist from Congo, who has amassed a 22-1 record while quietly climbing the heavyweight ranks.

The 31-year-old enjoyed a breakout performance as he dropped American prospect Jared Anderson three times en route to a shock fifth-round knockout victory in August 2024.

Since then, he’s been trying to secure himself a big-name opponent. Bakole is currently booked to face 20-1 contender Efe Ajagba in a fight expected to take place in March and act as an eliminator for the IBF heavyweight title.

Joe Rogan is a big Martin Bakole fan

UFC commentator Joe Rogan was recently discussing Dana White’s transition to boxing during a ‘Fight Companion’ episode of his popular podcast, but the 57-year-old soon became distracted by his new favorite fighter, Martin Bakole.

Mega Fight: Anthony Joshua v Tyson Fury: Eddie Hearn reveals he has…

Mega Fight: Anthony Joshua v Tyson Fury: Eddie Hearn reveals he has reserved Wembley Stadium for potential summer mega fight

Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury has moved a step closer and could happen this summer at Wembley Stadium.

Eddie Hearn has revealed he wants Joshua to return to action in May or June and has reserved Wembley for a potential mega-fight with Fury.

However, Hearn admits it is still unclear what Fury wants to do after successive defeats to Oleksandr Usyk.

Asked if he had a Wembley date available if Fury wanted to fight Joshua, Hearn said: “Yes. We’re looking to get back in the ring in May or June. If it ended up being July, it doesn’t really matter.

“I still think it rests on Tyson Fury. Until the water settles on the defeat and where he’s at mentally and what he wants to do, that’s where we’re really going to find out.

“Because when he looks at the options, what else is he going to do and who else is he going to fight?”.

Joshua, who has not fought since being knocked out by Daniel Dubois in September, posted a picture of Fury on his Instagram with the message “looking for this guy”.

Speaking at the Ring Awards, Hearn added: “Everything I’ve seen from AJ’s social media, particularly in the last hour or so, is very encouraging.

“He’s not really one to call anyone out, but clearly he is calling him out. He’s calling out Tyson Fury.

“It’s the fight he wants. I keep saying there are two fights: Daniel Dubois or Tyson Fury.

“The world heavyweight title is what he [Joshua] wants. But, of course, Fury is a fight that must land on the resume of Anthony Joshua.

Joshua: I’m gunning for Fury and want to leave the game with a bang

“After my last fight I took some time out. I let my body heal, which I’m still working on now, and I declined some business opportunities so I could focus on the sport, which takes off mental pressure as well as physically.

“I went away with family which is always good and we’re back again for 2025 and I feel good.

“It’s a fight [Joshua vs Fury] I want to see, because I’m a fan of boxing, so I want to get that fight underway.

“When I’m in the local gym everyone is asking me, and the reason I decided to do some interesting stuff (on social media) is because I haven’t got many years ahead of me. I’ve had more years behind me.

“So what I want to do is leave the game with a bang and make an impact.

“Be outlandish, a great character, have fun with it while we’re doing it and go for the big fights. Tyson Fury is one of them.

“Every time I see people they say: ‘When you fighting Fury?’ The Irish community, English community, Nigerian community, everyone is asking me the same question.

“As a fighter, it’s up to me to deliver. It has to happen this year.”

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Heavyweight ‘Obliterated’ Daniel Dubois In Sparring Before ‘Breaking His….

Heavyweight ‘Obliterated’ Daniel Dubois In Sparring Before ‘Breaking His Nose And Making Him Quit’

Daniel Dubois has a long line of top contenders looking for a shot at his IBF Heavyweight World Title.

The 27-year-old Brit was one of the division’s success stories in 2024, entering the year with a win over Jarrell Miller and building on that by defeating Filip Hrgovic for the interim belt. He was then upgraded to full champion when Oleksandr Usyk vacated the title.

To legitimise his status as one of the best on the scene, Dubois knocked out Anthony Joshua in five rounds for his first defence.

He now faces Joseph Parker on February 22 and then will likely be called to fight a mandatory challenger. That just may be one Martin Bakole, but trainer Billy Nelson told Seconds Out that the champ will avoid his charge due to a much-discussed past sparring session

“Usyk will not fight Martin and it wouldn’t surprise me in the slightest if Daniel vacated rather than fight Martin as well. They’ve been in the ring with each other before. Martin will stop Usyk and he’ll obliterate Daniel Dubois.

Martin wasn’t fully fit when he sparred Daniel, about 70% fit, and schooled him. Stopped him, made him quit and broke his nose. It’s fact. Martin’s already told people what happened. I was there. Barry McGuigan was there. I’m not telling lies.

And he’s also stopped Usyk as he’s told you before, albeit I wasn’t there. But why would he come out publicly, live on Sky Sports, and say that he stopped Usyk if he didn’t? Either way, what a fantastic fight that would be. Usyk’s number one in the world for a reason.”

Dubois’ promoter Frank Warren strongly denies the broken nose claim.

Bakole – who has been criticised by some for revealing sparring details – scored a statement stoppage of rising star Jared Anderson in August. He has now been ordered to fight a final eliminator against Efe Ajagba to determine the number on contender for Dubois.

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Demetrius Andrade says Terence Crawford could not beat Canelo…

Demetrius Andrade says Terence Crawford could not beat Canelo Alvarez by moving up two divisions

The fight betweenSaul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez and Terence Crawford is still in the realm of total uncertainty, but that does not prevent the whole boxing world from continuing to give its opinion on it.

One of them is Demetrius Andrade, who recently spoke out on the matter, making a statement that, although not surprising, makes him look good with the narrative that the Mexican is almost unbeatable and that there is no one who can knock him down or make him lose on the scorecards.

According to Andrade, Canelo Alvarez would beat Terence Crawford at 168 pounds, and the Omaha, Nebraska native has been moving up in weight, going from 147 pounds to 154, where he was able to finish off Israil Madrimov. However, although Crawford wants to expose his undefeated record against the Mexican, he would have to move up two divisions, and there he would hit a wall.

In words shared with Fight Hub TV, Andrade said he loves Crawford very much, whom he considered “a good friend,” so he did not hesitate to give him some advice: “He saw me beat people up, I saw him beat people up. I think the stories could go on, but when it comes to weight, empowerment, that s… is real.

“Canelo is a fierce wolf and can run all night. I think Crawford has the skills, but when it comes to Saul taking punches and blocking his power punches, Canelo also knows how to move. He has agility. Not like a robot. I mean, it’s going to be tough (…) I don’t think Crawford can beat Canelo. But I still think he can give him a good fight. And I’ll be sitting there watching it,” he said.

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Oleksandr Usyk is set to take an ‘extended break’ from boxing after beating….

Oleksandr Usyk is set to take an ‘extended break’ from boxing after beating Tyson Fury for a second time.

Oleksandr Usyk handed Fury the first defeat of his professional career in May via a split decision and then widened the margins in their rematch last month, with all three judges scoring the bout in his favour.

The Ukrainian slickster often gets straight back into training after his fights but his manager Egis Klimas claims his fighter won’t be in the gym again until at least April.

“It’ll be a very long preparation,” Klimas told Boxing Scene. “After another 12 rounds with Fury, he needs a good, long recovery.”

Klimas added that he anticipates Usyk’s next fight will fall at “the end of July, or August.”

When he steps back between the ropes the expectation is that he will fight IBF champion Daniel Dubois in an undisputed showdown, providing, of course, he is able to beat Joseph Parker on February 22.

Dubois proved no match for Usyk when they squared off in August 2023, although he did drop his adversary with a shot in the fifth round that divided fans.

Roy Jones Jr Didn’t Hesitate When Asked If Anthony Joshua Can Ever…..

Roy Jones Jr Didn’t Hesitate When Asked If Anthony Joshua Can Ever Become World Champion Again

Former world champion Roy Jones Jr has been speaking on Anthony Joshua’s boxing future.

Joshua is a ex two-time heavyweight ruler himself, though is currently without any belts having lost his last fight

That was against Daniel Dubois for the IBF strap back in September. ‘AJ’ was put down twice before being stopped in the fifth round. The win saw form-man Dubois assert himself at the top of the division while it ended Joshua’s good run of four straight wins after back to back to loses to all-time great Oleksandr Usyk in 2021 and 2022.

Speaking to Covers.com, Jones suggested Joshua would have fared better in recent fights had the pair world together in the gym.

“Of course things would have been different if I had the chance to work with [Joshua], but you can’t blame people for their opinion and the way they do things. I feel bad the way they thought about me working with him, I know what I could have helped him out with and how much I could have changed him but I can’t change what doesn’t want to be changed.”

‘Like a fart in the wind’ – Wladimir Klitschko delivers unusual Anthony Joshua vs

‘Like a fart in the wind’ – Wladimir Klitschko delivers unusual Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury prediction after sharing the ring with both

Wladimir Klitschko is better placed than most to deliver a prediction on a possible Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury fight.

Tyson Fury put an end to Klitschko’s reign of dominance over the heavyweight division by snatching his WBA, IBF and WBO titles away from him in 2015 via unanimous decision following a remarkable 22-fight winning streak that lasted for 11 years.

Klitschko went on to activate the rematch clause in his contract but their second fight was cancelled as Fury’s mental health spiralled out of control.

While Fury took some time away from the sport, Joshua put the final nail in Klitschko’s coffin two years later by knocking him out in the 11th round of a barnburning bout.

Both Brits have gone on to become the two biggest names in the heavyweight division but as of yet their paths are yet to cross between the ropes.

However, that looks set to change this year with both men seemingly on a collision course to face each other after suffering back-to-back losses to Oleksandr Usyk.

Klitscko’s opinion may have changed since he was last asked who he thought would win the all-British showdown.

Biles retirement talk rolls on: Simone Biles reveals retirement plans with a…

By Admin January 3, 2025

Biles retirement talk rolls on: Simone Biles reveals retirement plans with a touching nod to Jonathan Owens

Simone Biles, widely regarded as one of the greatest gymnasts of all time, has opened up about her retirement plans, hinting that her illustrious career may be nearing its conclusion. In a heartfelt gesture, Biles referenced her NFL star husband Jonathan Owens as a symbol of her future aspirations, blending her personal and professional journeys in a powerful statement

Biles, 27, recently revealed her thoughts during an interview where she expressed gratitude for the support she has received throughout her career. She acknowledged the sacrifices she has made for gymnastics and emphasized her desire to focus on family and personal growth.

“I want to pour into the things that matter most, like my family,” Biles said, showcasing a shift in her priorities.

The gymnast’s marriage to Chicago Bears star Jonathan Owens in 2023 has played a pivotal role in shaping her post-gymnastics vision. The pair are very much in love, as showcased through their frequent social media posts together, and Biles has never hidden her desire to start a family with the NFL player.

Biles retirement talk rolls on

Despite teasing retirement, Biles has made it clear she remains fully committed to the sport for now. Her dominance in gymnastics has been unmatched, most recently with a triumphant return at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where she added more gold medals to her already extensive collection.

For her fans, the prospect of Biles stepping away from competition is bittersweet. However, the athlete reassures them that she isn’t entirely leaving gymnastics behind, hinting at roles in mentoring or advocacy.

Simone Biles has become one of the most talked about athletes across the United States for her impeccable performances at the Olympic Games, and her outspokenness about mental health issues continues to inspire.

The combination of discussing personal values and professional excellence sets an example for athletes worldwide and, with Jonathan Owens by her side, Biles is poised to embrace the next chapter of her life with the same determination and grace that has defined her career.