Last Sunday, doctors rushed Mexican boxing legend Julio Cesar Chavez to a hospital in Culiacan, Sinaloa.Medical tests revealed he suffered pain from a stone in his left ureter.Urologist Ivan Aguilar performed the procedure, assuring fans that Chavez would recover fully.Before surgery, Chavez expressed optimism, thanking the medical team and sending encouraging words to supporters. Recovery and Doctor’s Praise After the operation, Chavez personally thanked doctors Iman Aguilar, Juan Carlos, and lifelong physician Sergio Sandoval.Chavez highlighted the seriousness of the condition, explaining infection had formed around the kidney stone.Dr. Aguilar confirmed they successfully removed the infected stone, and Chavez recovered without…
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Dana White announced that Zuffa Boxing will create its own championship belts, separate from traditional boxing organizations.White plans to transform boxing as UFC revolutionized mixed martial arts.The belts may debut during the Riyadh Season, an international entertainment event in Saudi Arabia.This move aims to expand Zuffa Boxing’s global profile and attract a worldwide audience. Paramount Media Deal Expands Reach Zuffa Boxing signed an exclusive media rights agreement with Paramount, starting in 2026.The promotion will hold 12 annual events on Paramount+, with select fights airing on CBS.Paramount’s platform provides U.S. audiences broad access, raising Zuffa Boxing’s visibility and influence.The partnership enhances…
The Russian Boxing Federation confirmed the death of world champion Irina Sinetskaya at age 46 on Sunday. She won three world titles, five European championships, and eleven Russian national championships. She also earned silver and bronze at other World Championships and a silver at the Continental Championship. Boxing Community Mourns The federation described Sinetskaya as the most decorated female boxer and expressed condolences to her family and friends. “Her memory will remain with us forever,” the statement said. Russian outlet Izvestia reported her coach, Viktor Veselov, revealed she died from a ruptured blood clot. Career and Legacy Sinetskaya earned the…
Deontay Wilder’s ex-trainer Malik Scott urged Wayne Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo to meet in the boxing ring. Scott predicted the clash would attract global attention, calling it a carnival that could transform celebrity boxing. Football Icons Share Passion for Combat Rooney, now a pundit, retired after management spells, while Ronaldo continues playing for Al-Nassr at 40. Both men love combat sports, with Ronaldo once admitting he prefers boxing or UFC to watching football on TV. Scott argued their star power would guarantee massive viewership, turning the exhibition into a cultural phenomenon. Friendship, Rivalry, and Respect Rooney and Ronaldo shared five…
Gable Steveson will debut in The Dirty Boxing Championship against Billy Swanson on October 30 in Nashville. Steveson says, “Boxing challenges me in new ways. DBX lets me test myself and show my growth as a fighter.” He won his pro MMA debut at LFA 217 earlier this month, scoring a first-round TKO over Braden Peterson. Jon Jones cornered Steveson during the MMA fight, which ended in one minute and 38 seconds and aired on UFC Fight Pass. DBX Expands to Nashville Jon Jones, co-owner of DBX, calls Nashville the ideal launch city for the promotion’s national expansion and future…
Ricky Hatton’s long-time manager, Paul Speak, says he found the former world champion dead at his Hyde home. Speak, who worked with Hatton for nearly 30 years, alerted police after discovering the body early Sunday morning. He went to check on Hatton after the boxer missed a scheduled event in Manchester on Saturday, September 13. Speak Describes the Moment Speak noticed the lights were off and initially assumed Hatton had overslept. He entered the house using his key, calling, “Rick, Rick, wake up!” and heard music upstairs. Speak climbed the stairs, saw Hatton, and paused to process the scene. “I…
Grassroots Boxing staged its fourth event at The W on the Palm on September 20, showcasing emerging talent.Anees Taj captured the WBC Middle East Cruiserweight title, while Anahit Aroyan won the WBA Bantamweight Continental belt. High-Paced Cards and Star Appeal The event ran seven amateur fights in two hours, followed by eight professional bouts, keeping action continuous.VIPs including Amir Khan, Hamzah Sheeraz, and Nick Ball attended, and IFL TV and Triller streamed the night live. Promoter Plans for Expansion Jamie Cormack aims to run two more shows this year and launch a larger UAE professional promotion.He seeks to engage local…
Jake Paul and Gervonta Davis agreed to change glove weight after heated arguments on their press tour. Heated Debate Over Gloves Press tour officials originally set 12oz gloves for the November 14 Miami exhibition.Tank Davis’ trainer questioned why Paul could not fight in 10oz gloves.Paul fired back, offering to fight with lighter gloves—even bareknuckle—to settle the dispute.Davis immediately rejected Paul’s claim about who suggested the heavier gloves. Compromise Reached Paul and Davis finally agreed to 10oz gloves for the contest.Paul said the change would make the fight more exciting for fans.The fighters also confirmed a $2 million side bet alongside…
Gervonta “Tank” Davis confronted fans angrily at a press conference about his November 14 exhibition fight with Jake Paul.Davis admitted he “doesn’t care” what fans think about the Paul fight or his cancelled rematch with Lamont Roach, Jr.He claimed fans want to see him fail and even discuss his personal life, which he dismissed. “Sit Back and Be Fans,” Tank Urges Davis told paying fans to accept the fight and enjoy the sport, criticizing those who switch allegiances.He argued that fans unfairly judge fighters for their personal lives or unpopular career choices.Tank stressed that spectators should appreciate boxing as entertainment…
Cuban veteran Luis Ortiz returned Friday night in Florida and stopped his opponent within a single round.The 46-year-old southpaw, nicknamed “King Kong,” fought for the first time in months.Ortiz told Ring Magazine he feels “great” both mentally and physically after his win. Former Challenger Declares Readiness Ortiz insisted he is “ready for anybody,” despite weighing in at 267 pounds.He named Oleksandr Usyk and Anthony Joshua, though both matchups remain virtually impossible.Ortiz then suggested a fight with rising 20-year-old heavyweight Moses Itauma. Potential Clash With Itauma Discussed Ortiz, old enough to be Itauma’s father, argued he could give the youngster valuable…