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Gervonta Davis Vows to Take “A Lot of Sh*t” Out on Frank Martin

By Lauren May 5, 2024

It’s ‘Tank’-War now. After that sensational win over Ryan Garcia, which established him as one of the faces of boxing ‘abso-f**king-lutely’, Gervonta Davis returns to the ring on June 15. However, unlike the last match, when he fought a catchweight bout with Garcia, this time he has to defend his WBA lightweight title from Frank Martin. The sparring video of the two boxers had sparked controversy not long ago. They came face-to-face during the kick-off press conference for their match at the MGM Grand Arena.

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However, with that, the tone of the speech changed as it became more about Frank Martin. Calling his opponent a ‘front-runner’, Gervonta Davis took a dig at ‘The Ghost’ hanging around with a bunch of ‘thugs’. Nevertheless, it will be, he said, “a different beast in front of him; it’s a different beast in front of him.” Spilling out that come June 15, and all those who have been walking around with Martin won’t be able to save him from his

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‘Tank’ laid it out coldly: “Nobody that’s walking with him holding him hand in hand is not going to be able to save from June the 15th telling you, and it’s a lot of sh*t built up lot built up and I’m going take it out on him. Sorry, it going to be him, I’m telling you.” Throughout, the audience could hear Frank Martin jutting in between his barbs.

Host Jimmy Lennon Jr. asked him how he’s going to stop Davis. ‘The Ghost’ replied, “I’ve been watching everything. I know how I know how his a*s walks. I’ve been watching everything. I mean, when we get, I’m touch. I’mma touch him up. I’m touch. His, that’s, I’m touch his a** up. Yeah, the one. I know how him and his whole team walk. I know how they all walk.”

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Last year, a clip of Davis and Martin’s sparring session became a talking point. Reports filled in that the latter gave the champion stiff competition. It seems the incident took place at Floyd Mayweather Jr.‘s gym. He had to borrow the gear to enable him to spar. However, when it finally happened, reportedly ‘The Ghost’ proved a tough nut to crack. When the situation between the two became a bit heated, others had to rush in to break them apart. Understandably, ‘Tank’ contended differently

Frank Martin stands taller and enjoys a slight edge in reach vis-à-vis Gervonta Davis. But only time will tell whether he is able to use his advantages to put the brakes on the ‘Tank’ juggernaut. Otherwise, fans and followers can watch out for the latter’s caution. Past instances prove that he has the nasty habit of proving them true.

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What’s your take on the June 15 fight? Do you think Martin has the wherewithal to turn the table on one of boxing’s hardest hitters?

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Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk: Timing, pricing, booking details for undisputed heavyweight showdown on Saturday May 18

By Lauren May 5, 2024

Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk is live on Saturday May 18 on Sky Sports Box Office; scroll down for booking information – how and when to book via remote or online; ways to watch; details to order via phone; Sky Glass info

The event will start at 4pm, Saturday May 18 on Sky Sports Box Office (Sky channel 491) and Sky Sports Box Office HD (Sky channel 492).

The event is priced at £24.95 for Sky customers in the UK, €27.95 for Sky [and Virgin Media] customers in the Republic of Ireland up until midnight on Friday May 17.

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You’ll be charged for the event when you enter your PIN (if enabled), and the order is confirmed.

If you change your mind about the event, you’ll need to call us before the event starts. There may be a delay of 40 seconds or more behind the live event.

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Alternatively, from Friday May 3, you can purchase via your Sky remote. Just press the Box Office button on your remote, and use the arrow buttons to select the event. Press select, and the buy screen will be displayed. Press select to confirm your order. Enter your pin if prompted.

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Francis Ngannou threatens to send Anthony Joshua to ‘the white room’

By Lauren May 5, 2024

Francis Ngannou has warned Anthony Joshua that he could “wake up in the white room” after their boxing match in Saudi Arabia.

Ngannou, a former UFC heavyweight champion, made his boxing debut in October when he fought Tyson Fury in Riyadh. The Cameroonian, 37, dropped Fury but lost a controversial decision in Riyadh, where he will box another Briton in “AJ” on 8 March.

Backstage at the press conference for the fight on Monday (15 January), Ngannou told The Independent and a select group of publications: “If I catch him, then he’s going to sleep. Remember, this is the heavyweight division and everyone is quite strong. You should keep your chin away.

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The former two-time heavyweight champion was expected to compete in an IBF title eliminator next, before the surprise announcement of his clash with Ngannou.

Fury’s WBC title was not on the line against Ngannou, but the Briton will defend it against unified champion Oleksandr Usyk on 17 February, as the Ukrainian puts his belts on the line, too. The winner of that bout in Riyadh will become the first undisputed heavyweight champion since 2000, and the victor of Joshua vs Ngannou may yet be next in line for Fury or Usyk.

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Stephen A. Smith ‘disgusted’ by Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson being sanctioned as a professional boxing bout

By Lauren May 5, 2024

Stephen A. Smith is outraged to hear that the terms for Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson have been elevated.

Paul (9-1) vs. Tyson (50-6) will be officially sanctioned as a professional fight by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations. The bout takes place July 20 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, home of the Dallas Cowboys, and streams live on Netflix. It will be an 8-round fight with 2-minute rounds.

Tyson will be 58 when he steps into the ring for the first time since November 2020, 31 years Paul’s senior. Smith went off on the bout being classified as professional.

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“I like Jake Paul and I appreciate what he does for the sport of boxing in terms of bringing attention to the sport and showing you can do it promoting yourself as opposed to being at the mercy of promoters,” Smith added. “The flip side to it, however, is that he keeps telling us how serious he’s taking this and how bad he wants it.

“Well, OK, if you want the money, please, keep doing your thing. But if it’s not just about that, and if it’s about you wanting to elevate your level, then you’ve got to get in the ring with somebody of your ilk, your age, your size because he’s fought dudes who are smaller than him by the way.”

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Gervonta Davis intimidates Frank Martin with serious warning as they clash at first press conference

By Lauren May 5, 2024

Gervonta Davis and Frank Martin were at each other’s throats during their launch press conference on Saturday night.

‘Tank’ is set to defend his WBA lightweight world title against Martin on June 15 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

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Canelo Álvarez beats Jaime Munguía to retain undisputed super middleweight championship – as it happened

By Lauren May 5, 2024

“I take my time,” says Álvarez, speaking entirely in English, when asked of his slow start. “That’s why I have a lot of experience. Jaime Munguía is a great fighter. He’s strong, he’s smart. But I take my time. I have 12 rounds to win the fight and I did. I did really good and I feel proud about it.”

On whether he was sure he’d be able to counterpunch so effectively: “He’s strong but I think he’s a little slow. I could see every punch … That’s why I’m the best. I’m the best fighter right now, for sure.”

Naturally, Álvarez is asked about a potential fight with David Benavidez, the three-time super middleweight champion who has been chasing the Mexican for years.

“I don’t know right now,” Álvarez says. “I’m going to rest, I’m going to enjoy my family. But you know, if the money is right, I an fight right now. I don’t give a shit.”

Canelo Álvarez beats Jaime Munguía by unanimous decision!

Canelo Álvarez has won a 12-round unanimous decision over Jaime Munguía to retain his WBA, WBC, IBF and WBO super middleweight titles. The official scores were 117-110, 116-111 and 115-112.

Round 12

Munguía needs a knockout and he’s fighting like he knows it. He comes out letting his hands go, but quickly tires as Álvarez coolly picks his shots with an eye on closing in style. Álvarez lands a sharp combination upstairs with about a minute left that briefly wobbles Munguía. Álvarez lands no fewer than five crunching power shots in the final 20 seconds, but Munguía somehow stays upright. There’s the final bell and the scores would seem little more than a formality.

Guardian’s unofficial score: Álvarez 10-9 Munguía (Álvarez 118-109 Munguía)

Round 3

Both men throwing shots with bad intentions early in the third. Munguía keeps dropping his right hand, ominously. But he’s also tagging Álvarez with crisp power shots. Crowd-pleasing bursts of two-way action contested on even terms. Munguía closes the round on a roll, throwing about a dozen unanswered shots, many of which find the target. Álvarez lands a counter left before the bell, but Munguía’s eye-catching flurry in the final seconds was surely enough to win the frame.

Guardian’s unofficial score: Álvarez 9-10 Munguía (Álvarez 28-29 Munguía)

Round 2

Álvarez continues to land shots on Munguía’s elbows, a favorite technique down the years. He’s ramped up his work rate after a more measured opening round. Munguía lands a very nice one-two combo to the head and the body. Álvarez lands an even crisper one moments later on the forehand over Munguía’s lowered guard. Another very close round. We could be in for a special one.

Guardian’s unofficial score: Álvarez 9-10 Munguía (Álvarez 19-19 Munguía)

Round 1

There’s the bell! Munguía plants himself in the center of the ring and looks to establish the jab as Álvarez, who looks a lot smalled in there, circles him. Álvarez lands a right hand. Munguía is throwing jab after jab, then begins throwing punches in combination. The crowd is behind the challenger, chanting Munguía’s name! Álvarez continues walking forward, almost completely disregarding the incoming fire, and landing some thudding body shots when inside. Close round but we’ll shade it to the more effective Canelo over the busier Munguía.

Guardian’s unofficial score: Álvarez 10-9 Munguía (Álvarez 10-9 Munguía)

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Insider Says Mike Tyson Is in the Same Situation as Conor McGregor – “Biggest Fear Is…”

By Lauren May 5, 2024

Mike Tyson will take on Jake Paul in a controversial eight-round professional bout on July 20 in Arlington, Texas. Tyson, once the most feared fighter in the world, is 57 and has not fought professionally since hanging up his gloves in 2005 following his TKO loss to Kevin McBride (his 2020 bout against Roy Jones Jr. being an exhibition) and suffers from many health issues, including shot knees.

This means he is three decades older than Paul, who is in his athletic prime and coming off three wins in the last year alone. This gulf has predicably earned almost universal scorn from the fight world as a mere money grab. But not for Chael Sonnen, who compared Mike Tyson to Conor McGregor in one particular aspect.

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Chael Sonnen has maintained that Mike Tyson’s natural size advantage (‘Iron Mike’ is a heavyweight, while Paul has fought between middleweight and cruiserweight in his boxing career), as well as historically great skills and technique in the ring, would be too much for Paul to handle.

This is why the UFC analyst, who grew up in the mean streets of West Lynn, Oregon, is surprised that Paul was going into the bout as the betting favorite. “It makes for a very interesting match when DraftKings gives and nudges Jake Paul slight favorite over greatly experienced and oversized Mike Tyson,” Sonnen mentioned.

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Despite their mismatch, at least on paper, Sonnen felt that the reputation-sullying stakes of the bout made it a “fascinating” affair. “Mike does not want to lose, Jake cannot lose. Mike’s reputation, everything is going to change. Jake’s career comes to a screeching halt… It’s very fascinating,” he added.

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EXCLUSIVE :Canelo Alvarez vs Jaime Munguia LIVE RESULTS: Canelo wins by unanimous points decision in epic battle

By Lauren May 5, 2024

CANELO ALVAREZ retained his titles against fellow Mexican Jaime Munguia in a huge world super-middleweight title clash.

Alvarez put all four of his belts at 168lbs on the line tonight against 43-0 Munguia, who has beaten Brits Liam Smith and John Ryder before.

Canelo caught Munguia with a superb uppercut to send him to the canvas for the first time in his career.

It was a great fight by the champion as he used his experience to pick off the challenger with heavy bodyshots and jabs and was a deserved winner.

The bout takes place on Cinco de Mayo weekend with the champ facing his first Mexican opponent in seven years.

Canelo shows class with impressive victory

Jaime Munguia threw all that he had at the defending champion this evening in Las Vegas.

Canelo Alvarez sent him crashing to the canvas with an uppercut and constantly rocked the challenger with the power of his punches.

He boxed with experience and just looked to pick off Munguia whenever he came on the offensive.

There is no doubting who is the top dog in this weight division still.

Canelo Alvarez vs Jaime Munguia (Round 12)

Munguia tries to find the combination to get that knockout blow but cannot find it.

Canelo is not looking to settle for the scorecard and tries to land the uppercut as he follows up his body shots.

The fight comes to an end, it has been a great spectacle but surely Canelo has defended his belts.

Canelo Alvarez vs Jaime Munguia (Round 11)

Munguia starts landing some good combinations.

He is managing to get out of the way of the Canelo counter attacks at the same time.

Canelo keeps working the body and trying to land that uppercut once again.

Canelo Alvarez vs Jaime Munguia (Round 10)

Canelo lands some good right hands in that round that seem to stun Munguia.

He lands some punches himself but they do not seem to be hurting the defending champion.

With two rounds left now, Munguia will get more desperate, needing to attack to try and go for the win.

Canelo Alvarez vs Jaime Munguia (Round 9)

Canelo is working the liver area of the body of Munguia with body shots and when he connects his opponent drops his right hand.

That is a sure sign that he is hurting him.

Munguia lands some good combinations but catches Canelo with a low blow.

Canelo seems to have just more power in his punches.

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WATCH :Canelo Alvarez vs. Jaime Munguia: Live round

By Lauren May 5, 2024

MMA Fighting has Canelo Alvarez vs. Jaime Munguia live round-by-round updates for one of the most anticipated boxing fights of the year on Saturday night at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nev.

The main event is expected to begin around 11 p.m. ET on DAZN and PPV.com pay-per-view. Check out our Canelo vs. Munguia results page to find out what happened on the undercard.

Alvarez (60-2-2) has reeled off three straight wins since his loss to Dmitry Bivol on May 7, 2022. He has picked up decision wins over Gennady Golovkin, John Ryder, and Jermell Charlo.

Meanwhile, Munguia has yet to taste defeat with a 43-0 record (and 34 knockouts). He knocked out Ryder in the ninth round in his last outing this past January.

Canelo Alvarez vs. Jaime Munguia is on deck. The fighters make their entrances next.

After beautiful renditions of the Mexican and U.S.A. national anthems, the fighters are on their way to the ring.

Munguia out first and then we have a short video before Canelo makes the walk. Incredible atmosphere for this main event matchup of Mexican stars.

Round 1: Munguia takes center. Crowd is buzzing. Munguia testing the range with his jab. There’s one to the body, Munguia the clear aggressor. Canelo with a glancing right to the body. Munguia’s jab looking fast. He jabs the body. Canelo tries to get going, but Munguia ties him up. Left hook to the body by Canelo. Then a right hook to the other side. Munguia lands a left hook. They trade punches and Munguia wants to brawl. Canelo sends him back with a shot to the body. Fun start.

MMA Fighting scores the round 10-9, Canelo.

Round 2: Canelo takes the middle of the ring now. Munguia not impressed, he’s letting his hands go early. Canelo keeps digging to the body as Munguia smacks him with a couple of jabs. Munguia scraping the body now. He sticks that jab right in Canelo’s face. Right hook from Munguia, followed by a hard left to the body. Canelo taking some damage now. Left hook to the body by Canelo. Clean 1-2 by Canelo. Straight punches by Munguia and Canelo has to lean back to take some of the steam off of these shots. Canelo remembering to work the body as Munguia attacks.

MMA Fighting scores the round 10-9, Canelo. Overall, 20-18 Canelo.

Round 3: Munguia pumping that jab and he follows with a good right hand. Munguia doubles up on a left hook, cracking Canelo’s midsection. They trade punches, much to the delight of the fans. Canelo back to the body. Right hand up top by Canelo gets through. Munguia with plenty of volume. Counter left by Munguia. Munguia cutting the ring off now. Counter left on the money for Munguia. He’s walking Canelo down and scoring. Big finish to that round.

MMA Fighting scores the round 10-9, Munguia. Overall, 29-28 Canelo.

Round 4: Munguia with some great head movement as he out-strikes Canelo in the middle of the ring. Canelo sticking with that left hook to the body, could pay dividends in the later rounds. Fast combo by Munguia, Canelo’s defense holding up. Straight right gets through for Munguia. Canelo hits Munguia with a right. Munguia tags the body and slips another jab through. Munguia with a flurry of punches, Canelo answers with a right hand. Uppercut drops Munguia! Canelo back on the attack, but the bell rings and we’re headed to the fifth with the crowd roaring.

MMA Fighting scores the round 10-8, Canelo. Overall, 39-36 Canelo.

Round 5: Both men taking their time to get going in Round 5, understandably. Canelo wants to land another big shot, Munguia knows he’s down on the cards. They trade stiff jabs. Right hand by Munguia, but Canelo hits him right back. Munguia lunges with a power punch and almost eats an uppercut again. Jab by Canelo. Munguia fighting with great pace, but not great accuracy. Canelo in and out. Left hook, then a 1-2 combo that cracks Munguia. Another uppercut by Canelo. Great rip to the body by Munguia.

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EXCLUSIVE :Claressa Shields extends record wins, calls for equal pay

By Lauren May 4, 2024

Claressa Shields is perhaps in the prime of her career, establishing a big enough name as a two-time Olympic gold medalist and world champion in three weight classes to headline the first boxing card in the six-year history of Detroit’s Little Caesars Arena.

The undisputed middleweight champion became the first woman to earn a seven-figure payday in her last two fights and made another $1 million on Saturday night when she beat top-ranked contender Maricela Cornejo at the home of the Detroit Red Wings and Pistons.

Shields grew up poor in Flint, Michigan, and has earned enough money to become rich at 28. Still, she laments the gender inequities in boxing.

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Shields is 13-0 with two knockouts. She turned pro in 2016 after becoming the first U.S. boxer of any gender to win consecutive Olympic gold medals and is averaging two fights a year.

Shields also is on a mission to be recognized as the “Greatest Woman Of All Time,” or the “GWOAT,” now and in the future.

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“People that say that women’s boxing don’t have fans, well, they’re going to be mad Saturday,” she said.

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Canelo shows class with impressive victory

Canelo Alvarez vs Jaime Munguia (Round 12)

Canelo Alvarez vs Jaime Munguia (Round 11)

Canelo Alvarez vs Jaime Munguia (Round 10)

Canelo Alvarez vs Jaime Munguia (Round 9)

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