The Independent

 Chris Eubank Jr’s life changed irreversibly in 2021, when his younger brother Sebastian died. That tragedy, jarringly set against the tranquil backdrop of a beach in Dubai, was far from the first in the Eubank fighting family. It not only left Chris Jr without a brother, but his legendary father with one son fewer, and Raheem – just one month old at the time – without a dad.At least, at first. In the fallout of the 29-year-old Sebastian’s passing, Eubank Jr recognised a rare responsibility. “I took the role, I guess, of a father figure for Raheem,” he tells The...

Chris Eubank Jr on his brother’s death: ‘I took the role of a father figure for Raheem’

In his 10th professional fight, Nikita Tszyu faces the sternest test of his career when he takes on the crafty and tough Koen Mazoudier in Sydney on Wednesday night. Tszyu (9-0) is known for his heavy hands and aggressive style, although the southpaw is promising to bring a more composed, defensive-minded approach when he faces fellow Sydneysider Mazoudier (12-3-1).

Nikita Tszyu vs. Koen Mazoudier: Full card results from 2024 boxing event

Speculation around a potential fight between Ben Whittaker and Chris Eubank Jr has grown since Boxxer announced they had signed Eubank earlier in August. The pair are now under the same promotional roof and an in-house fight between the young growing star and one of British boxing’s most recognizable names is starting to gain traction.

Ben Whittaker open to Boxxer fight at catchweight with Chris Eubank Jr

Los Angeles, CA

Cruiserweight contender Chev Clarke believes Diego Pacheco’s fans will become fans of him as he prepares face Efetobor Apochi on Saturday night (August 31) at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Los Angeles. Clarke, 9-0 (7 KOs), fights in America for the first time as a pro against Apochi,...

Chev Clarke aiming to win the crowd ahead fo Diego Pacheco-Maciej Sulecki

Sampson Boxing, Paco Presents and Tello Box proudly announce the addition of two new Argentinean champions to their co-promotional stable – women’s junior featherweight Nazarena Romero and lightweight Neri Munoz. Nazarena Romero secured the WBA Women’s Super Bantamweight World Championship, while Neri Munoz won a lightweight bout on...

Sampson Boxing sign Nazarena Romero and Neri Munoz

Brooklyn, NY

The tougher the challenge, the more excited Bruce “Shu Shu” Carrington gets. Carrington, a 27-year-old featherweight prospect from Brooklyn, New York, has been professional for three years. He’s 12-0 (8 KOs) and is scheduled to fight Sulaiman Segawa (17-4-1, 6 KOs) on September 27 at The Theater at Madison Square Garden. Carrington-Segawa is on the undercard of Sandy Ryan-Mikaela Mayer, for the WBO welterweight title.

Bruce Carrington talks Sulaiman Segawa, Angelo Leo, Rafael Espinoza and Naoya Inoue

Mike Tyson has been backed to knock Jake Paul “into next week” when they finally square off in November by a boxing legend who has been in a similar position. Ever since Jake Paul and Mike Tyson announced that they’d be fighting, critics have harped on about the age gap between them. Jake, 27, is 31 years younger than ‘Iron’ Mike, 58, with the boxing legend having not fought since 2020.

Mike Tyson backed to KO Jake Paul by boxing legend who also returned from retirement

Los Angeles County, CA

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Herbie J Pilato

It's been nine years since actor/writer/producer Jack Larson died of unknown causes at 87 in 2015. He initially found fame with his portrayal of the original Jimmy Olsen in classic TV's syndicated sci-fi superhero series, Adventures of Superman (1952-1958). Larson also happened to be openly-gay in the sometimes closeted-world of Hollywood. This is his story.

The Not-So Secret Gay Life of 'Superman' TV Actor Jack Larson: 9 Years After His Demise at 87

Knockout puncher Alycia Baumgardner returns to the ring September 27 on Brinx.TV, and has only super-fights in her crosshairs going forward. The flashy female fighter has a strong pro boxing record of 15 wins (7 KOs) against just one defeat, which she avenged, and in Fayetteville next month takes on one of her biggest challenges as she’ll trade leather with 52-bout veteran Delfine Persoon.

Alycia Baumgardner targets Katie Taylor-Amanda Serrano winner

Georgia State

Junior lightweight Maliek Montgomery is returning to his Georgia roots, training alongside his father and two brothers, who were instrumental in his rise as one of the top amateurs in the U.S. After competing in various cities, including Las Vegas, Montgomery is back home, determined to take his next forward steps with the same team that put him through his paces early in his career.

Maliek Montgomery finds a boxing foothold back at home

Boxing On SI

By Mohamed Bahaa The possibility of Saul "Canelo" Alvarez entering the ring with David Benavidez is among the most awaited boxing events for fans. Though 'The M

Paulie Malignaggi Predicts Canelo's Defeat In A Possible Benavidez Showdown

The Associated Press

SYDNEY (AP) — The brother of a boxer who had just been awarded a technical knockout punched the trainer of a rival fighter during a chaotic melee in the ring following a televised bout at the Sydney Arena. Michael Zerafa received the TKO win on Wednesday night after his...

Boxer’s brother throws a punch at a rival trainer in chaotic post-fight melee

Devin Haney needs to think twice about agreeing to promoter Eddie Hearn’s plan for him to challenge IBF light welterweight champion Liam Paro for his belt on December 7th in Australia. Wrong Opponent, Wrong Timing. Paro (25-0, 15 KOs) is the wrong guy for Haney (31-0, 15 KOs) to...

Paro Fight Spells Trouble for Haney

It's been two decades since beloved actor Brian Kelly died of pneumonia at 73 in 2005. Best known as Porter Ricks in the classic TV family show Flipper(NBC, 1964-1967), Kelly had once suffered a paralyzing motorcycle accident that ended his acting career. However, he rechanneld his creative talent and became a producer. This is his story.

The Paralyzing Accident & Tragic Death of TV's 'Flipper' Father Brian Kelly: Two Decades Later

Fans are critical of the decision to split the broadcast for the Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol card on October 12th from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The entire Beterbiev-Bivol undercard, headlined by Shakur Stevenson vs. Joe Cordina, will now be shown live on DAZN PPV for an unspecified price in the U.S. In contrast, the main event, the undisputed light heavyweight championship bout between the unbeaten unified 175-lb champion Beterbiev (20-0, 20 KOs) and WBA champ Bivol (23-0, 12 KOs), will be shown for free on ESPN+ for subscribers on the same night.

Beterbiev vs. Bivol: Will Split Broadcast Approach Work?

The brother of Michael Zerafa has been issued a ‘life ban’ from No Limit Boxing after he struck the trainer of Michael’s opponent in the ring yesterday. Tommy Browne, who is trained by Tommy Mercuri, could not continue after the first round of yesterday’s bout with Zerafa in Sydney, Australia, indicating he had torn his bicep tendon. Zerafa reacted angrily and shouted ‘you quit’ at Browne, who had previously accused Zerafa of doing the same against Erislandy Lara. Mercuri was prompted to have words with Zerafa, only to be confronted by the winner’s brother, who stormed the ring and struck the trainer.

Michael Zerafa's brother banned for life after striking trainer of injured boxer

The IBF has ordered purse bids for Jaron Ennis vs. Karen Chukhadzhian to take place on September 3. The news comes just as a unification with WBO Welterweight Champion Brian Norman Jr. is close to being made for November 9 in Ennis’ hometown of Philadelphia. Ennis successfully defended his IBF Welterweight Title by stopping David Avanesyan in round six during his last fight. The IBF then ordered Ennis to face Chukhadzhian, someone he had beaten already last year in a unanimous decision: 120-108, 120-108 and 120-108.

IBF Orders Purse Bids For Jaron Ennis vs. Karen Chukhadzhian

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

Oscar De La Hoya believes boxers keeping their undefeated record is overrated and doesn’t automatically mean you can earn eight-figure purses. De La Hoya gave solid advice to fighters like Shakur Stevenson, who still has his ‘0’, and Jaime Munguia, who recently lost his to Canelo Alvarez in Las Vegas.

De La Hoya says keeping an ‘0’ doesn’t mean eight-figure checks

Light heavyweight Samuel “Squirm” Arnold III will face Mohamed Zawadi on Oct. 26 in London, Ontario. Arnold (10-0, 6 KOs), a Dallas resident, and Zawadi (9-1, 8 KOs), from Toronto, will highlight a Three Lions Promotions card at the RBC Centre in a bout for a vacant youth title.

Samuel Arnold III to meet Mohamed Zawadi on Oct. 26

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Conor Wallace outscores Jerome Pampellone to line up light heavyweight title shot

Conor Wallace won a light heavyweight eliminator to decide the IBF’s No. 2 spot with victory over Jerome Pampellone. Pampellone was aggressive early, firing right hands...

Conor Wallace outscores Jerome Pampellone to line up light heavyweight title shot

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