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Wednesday, Jan 28

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Tyson Fury vs Arslanbek Makhmudov tale of the tape: How Gypsy King compares to BEAR WRESTLER ahead of Netflix fight

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TYSON FURY will make an epic return to the ring on April 11 against Arslanbek Makhmudov. It will be the the Gypsy King's first fight after announcing that he would hang up his gloves in January last year, following back-to-back losses to…

Freakishly-good Josh Kelly is most talented boxer I’ve ever sparred but he’s up against it in Bakhram Murtazaliev fight

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JOSH KELLY is a freakishly-talented boxer - but even that may not be good enough to beat frightening Russian Bakhram Murtazaliev. Kelly challenges for Murtazaliev's IBF super-welterweight world title on Saturday night in Newcastle - live…

Tyson Fury breaks silence after announcing Arslanbek Makhmudov fight and says ‘it’s just the tip of the iceberg’

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TYSON FURY says his comeback fight against Arslanbek Makhmudov is just the tip of the iceberg ahead of a massive 2026. The Gypsy King has confirmed he will end his latest retirement on April 11 against frightening 6ft 6in Russian Makhmudov…

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Who is Arslanbek Makhmudov? Tyson Fury’s next opponent

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ARSLANBEK MAKHMUDOV will face Tyson Fury in the Gypsy King's comeback fight on April 11. A location for the fight has not yet been revealed, but it will be streamed to millions around the world on Netflix. Who is Arslanbek Makhmudov?…

Tyson Fury’s boxing comeback CONFIRMED with Gypsy King to face 6ft6in heavyweight who wrestles BEARS live on Netflix

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TYSON FURY will make his return to the ring on April 11 against Arslanbek Makhmudov - in front of an audience on Netflix. Fury announced the latest in his string of career retirements in January of last year, following two losses on the…

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Kiaran MacDonald ready to brave wearing Sunderland red and white in Newcastle Arena when Black Cats fan makes pro debut

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SUNDERLAND die-hard Kiaran MacDonald is ready to brave wearing the red and white of his beloved Black Cats when he debuts in Newcastle. The former Team GB amateur standout turns professional on Saturday - live on DAZN - in Geordie…

Shakur Stevenson is tipped for boxing greatness – but he’s not even the most famous person in his own relationship

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SHAKUR STEVENSON might be tipped for boxing greatness - but he is not even the most famous face in his relationship. Stevenson has already won world titles in three divisions and steps up to challenge for a FOURTH on Saturday against…

KSI calls out former Chelsea hardman Diego Costa for boxing fight and brands striker ‘terrible player’

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KSI has called out Diego Costa for a boxing match and labelled the Chelsea legend a "terrible player". The YouTuber-turned-boxing superstar gave Costa his second drubbing in a week after he was also slammed by Napoli manager Antonio Conte.…

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Eddie Hearn reveals why he thinks Anthony Joshua will fight on after horror car crash that saw his two pals killed

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ANTHONY JOSHUA could continue his boxing career in honour of his late friends after their tragic deaths in a car crash, believes Eddie Hearn. Joshua and his two friends, Latif "Latz" Ayodele and Sina Ghami, were involved in a horror crash…

Francesca Hennessy vs Ellie Bouttell: Date, start time, how to watch for FREE and full card from Copper Box Arena clash

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BOXING is back on the BBC this weekend - with a potential future superstar topping the bill. Ben Shalom's BOXXER hosts its second card on the national broadcaster this weekend, following the success of its maiden show last November. And…

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‘The fight is being tarnished’ – World boxing champ targeting KO after shock judges change

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WORLD CHAMPION Abass Baraou reckons boxing plotters are trying to rob his his belt before a punch has been thrown. The 31-year-old WBA super-welterweight boss - who spent five years living and training in Surrey under Adam Booth - is…

Bakhram Murtazaliev vs Josh Kelly undercard: Who else is fighting on blockbuster Newcastle bill?

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JOSH KELLY eyes the IBF super welterweight title against Bakhram Murtazaliev THIS weekend! Kelly's run of wins stretches back to 2021, when 'Pretty Boy' suffered his sole defeat at the hands of David Avaneyan. Sunderland fan Kelly, who was…

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Teofimo Lopez told to use fighting family as superpower like ice-cold Chris Eubank Jr

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HARLEM EUBANK has urged Teofimo Lopez Jr to use the fighting family as a super power. The 31-year-old Brighton ace is part of a British boxing dynasty, with uncle Chris Sr a two-weight world champion, cousin Jr a superstar and even his own…

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‘He didn’t want me involved’ – Fran Hennessy reveals her Tyson Fury promoting dad’s reaction to her boxing dreams

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FRAN HENNESSY comes from British boxing royalty - but her famous dad didn't want her anywhere near the ring. Bantamweight prospect Hennessy tops the bill of Boxxer's second show on the BBC this weekend, which takes place at the Copperbox…

Tuesday, Jan 27

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How to watch Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson for £24.99 – live stream and TV guide for huge DAZN fight

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TEOFIMO LOPEZ and Shakur Stevenson collide in a mouthwatering world title fight in New York. Stevenson, already a three-weight champion, steps up to the 140lb super-lightweight division to challenge for Lopez's WBO title. The American -…

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Oleksandr Usyk comes on as substitute in professional footie clash and beats World Cup winner

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OLEKSANDR USYK proved he can get the better of world champions in the ring AND on the football pitch. Usyk - the two-time undisputed heavyweight king - is an avid football fan and has dabbled in playing before. The current WBC, WBA and IBF…

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Josh Kelly can use pain of nightmare David Avanesyan loss to fuel dream win against danger man Bakhram Murtazaliev

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JOSH KELLY can use the pain of his nightmare loss against David Avanesyan to fuel a dream win against danger man Bakhram Murtazaliev. Kelly - who challenges for Murtazaliev's IBF super-welterweight world title on Saturday live on DAZN -…

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Carlos Adames vs Austin Williams: Date, time, TV channel, live stream and card as pair meet in huge world title clash

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CARLOS ADAMES will put his WBC middleweight belt on the line on Saturday night as he takes on Austin Williams. The 160lbs champ is coming off a long layoff, having not fought since he defended the belt in a draw with Hamzah Sheeraz back in…

Josh Padley vs Jaouad Belmehdi: Date, start time, live stream and full card as British star eyes European title

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JOSH PADLEY fights for the European super featherweight title this Saturday. Padley, 30, is on the comeback trail after his defeat to Shakur Stevenson for the WBC lightweight title 11 months ago. Since then, Doncaster-born former…

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Elif Nur Turhan vs Taylah Gentzen: Date, start time and live stream as Turkish star defends her world title

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KNOCKOUT specialist Elif Nur Turhan gets back in the ring to defend her world title on Saturday night. The Turkish star, 30, faces challenger Taylah Gentzen on the undercard of Bakhram Murtazaliev versus Josh Kelly in Newcastle. Nur Turhun…

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‘Tomorrow is never promised’ – Anthony Joshua’s horror crash shows life is too short to fear losing, says Josh Kelly

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JOSH KELLY has revealed the shock tragedy that struck Anthony Joshua has helped shape his new outlook on boxing. Joshua was in Nigeria just ten days after beating YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul in Miami when he was involved in a horror…

‘Huge thanks’ – Fran Hennessy breaks silence on BBC main event spot after injury to Adam Azim

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FRAN HENNESSY has spoken of her delight at being given top billing on the BBC this weekend. The undefeated bantamweight headlines Boxxer's second show on the Beeb at the Copperbox Arena on Saturday night. Hennessy, the daughter of former…

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Leo Atang vs Amine Boucetta: Date, start time and how to watch rising star tipped to be the ‘new Anthony Joshua’

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RISING star Leo Atang gets back in the ring to fight Amine Boucetta on Saturday night. This is the 18-year-old's fourth professional bout and he has stopped all of his previous opponents by TKO. Atang's biggest win so far came against the…

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‘Looked at that fight’ – Fran Hennessy sends message to champ Cherneka Johnson ahead of huge BBC main event

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FRAN HENNESSY's sights are already set on a showdown with the queen of the bantamweights, Cherneka Johnson. The undefeated 118lbs prospect makes her first outing of the year on Saturday night on Boxxer's second show of their BBC deal at…

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Bakhram Murtazaliev vs Josh Kelly: Date, start time, live stream and full card for HUGE title encounter

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JOSH KELLY is set for a blockbuster showdown against Bakhram Murtazaliev THIS weekend! Kelly arrives for the fight with a record of 17-1-1, looking to take his KO haul to double digits against Murtazaliev. 'Pretty Boy' suffered the only…

Jake Paul’s fiancee Jutta Leerdam shows off incredible figure in black bikini as she enjoys hot tub with boxer

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JAKE PAUL'S fiancée Jutta Leerdam set pulses racing this week with a steamy clip of the couple on social media. The 27-year-old is preparing to represent the Netherlands in the Winter Olympics next month. The speed skater has been hard at…

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Teofimo Lopez vows to crack ‘boring’ Shakur Stevenson and shock New York before fulfilling British title fight dream

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TEOFIMO LOPEZ wants to bring his all-action style to the UK but he knows he has to shock cautious Shakur Stevenson first. Lopez, 28, defends his WBO super-lightweight crown against the 28-year-old silky southpaw on Saturday night, at the…

‘I came from my dad’s nut sack’ – Teofimo Lopez Jr reveals why he will never kick his controversial dad out his corner

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TEOFIMO LOPEZ JR will never kick his controversial dad out of his corner because he remembers EXACTLY where he came from. The 28-year-old super-lightweight world champ defends his WBO belt against Shakur Stevenson on Saturday at Madison…

Monday, Jan 26

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‘It means everything to me’ – Shakur Stevenson reveals why he picked Teofimo Lopez for next fight

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SHAKUR STEVENSON'S pursuit of silencing the critics and dominating the divisions have led him to Teofimo Lopez. Stevenson jumps up to the 140lb super-lightweight division to challenge for Lopez's WBO belt on Saturday in New York - live on…

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Who is boxer Francesca Hennessy and is she related to promoter Mick Hennessy?

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FRANCESCA HENNESSY is one of the brightest young prospects in all of British boxing. And for the first time in her career, she'll have her name up in bright lights as she headlines her first-ever show this weekend. The bantamweight…