Many fighters admit that they prefer to let their fists do the talking in the ring, but media rounds are a necessary part of the job. During fight week, shunning the mic and tape recorder is not an option as hyperbole and excitement are needed to sell the spectacle. Mario Barrios aims to stay mentally … Read more
SIX years ago, Boxing News featured a cover image of Saul “Canelo” Alvarez without a shirt and the coverline “Lawless”, hinting at an investigation of the Mexican boxer’s two failed performance-enhancing drug tests before his planned fight against Gennady Golovkin on May 5, 2018. Now, Alvarez is once again on the cover of Boxing News, … Read more
BEN WHITTAKER may soon add his name to the list of fighters who have boxed in Saudi Arabia. Turki Alalshikh, the chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority, is reportedly a fan of the British light-heavyweight. Boxxer, who currently represent Whittaker, have not been involved in the recent boxing events in the Middle East, where … Read more
As the 2023-2024 football season gradually nears the end, the competitions are hitting their climax. Domestic tournaments in top European countries will end soon and the top-tier Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League are also coming to a close. Before we start with the international football fixtures in June (Euro 2024), we still have … Read more
What TV channel is Naoya Inoue vs. Luis Nery on? Inoue vs. Nery will be shown live on Sky Sports in the UK and broadcast on ESPN+ across the US. Where is Naoya Inoue vs. Luis Nery being held? The fight takes place at the Tokyo Dome in Japan. This iconic venue hosted one of … Read more
Devin Haney has issued a strong response to Ryan Garcia’s recent positive VADA tests, accusing his rival of showing disrespect to the sport by engaging in “dirty” tactics during their fight on April 20th. Haney, who suffered three knockdowns in the bout resulting in his first professional loss, released the statement following news of Garcia’s … Read more
CANELO ALVAREZ was not planning to fight another Mexican, but Jaime Munguia’s rapid ascent has positioned the 27-year-old as the top contender in the super-middleweight division with the WBC and WBO. When Munguia faces the undisputed champion this Saturday (May 4) in Las Vegas over Cinco de Mayo weekend, it will be his first taste … Read more
Iga Swiatek and Madison Keys reach semi-finals of Madrid Open; Elena Rybakina and Aryna Sabalenka will be looking to join them when they play their respective quarter-finals on Wednesday – watch Madrid Open live on Sky Sports Tennis 9:16, UK, Wednesday 01 May 2024 World No 1 Iga Swiatek recovered from losing the opening set to beat … Read more
AMERICAN heavyweights Deontay Wilder and Jared Anderson could potentially face each other on August 3 if Turki Alalshikh has his way. The chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority has been instrumental in revitalizing the heavyweight division and ensuring top promoters allow their fighters to participate in Riyadh Season events. Recent matchups have included Wilder … Read more
Mike Trout’s season doesn’t appear over, but this is still rough news for the Angels. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun) Mike Trout was looking like an MVP again this season, but that campaign is now on hold indefinitely. The Los Angeles Angels star has a torn meniscus in his knee that will require surgery, according to The … Read more
