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WBC World Super Flyweight champion Juan “El Gallo” Estrada was upset and stopped by IBF and WBO World Flyweight champion Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez at the end of the seventh round. In the main event, WBC World Super Fly champion Juan “El Gallo” Estrada, 44-4 (28), was...

Boxing Results: Juan Estrada Upset and Stopped by Jesse Rodriguez!

Teofimo Lopez dismissed the possibility of his moving up to welterweight to challenge IBF champion Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis. Lopez, WBO light welterweight champion, says he wants to face Terence Crawford, who he feels is starting to show signs of slowing down. Teofimo (20-1, 13 KO) states that he wants to face the 36-year-old Crawford before he gets much older.

Teofimo Lopez Dismisses Boots Ennis, Targets Aging Crawford Instead

WBC bridgerweight champion Lawrence Okolie accepted a fight with Deontay Wilder in response to an exclusive World Boxing News story. WBN reported first on Saturday that WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman gave Wilder the green light to challenge Okolie for the 224-pound belt. Subsequently, Sulaiman got bombarded with questions as interest in the headlining event spiked.

Lawrence Okolie accepts Deontay Wilder fight as WBC approves

Boxer Julio de Jesus attacked the referee on Friday night after losing his Shuan Boxing fight against Angel Cruz in Santo Domingo. The middleweight, who has stopped 24 of his 27 wins [89% KO rate], was in trouble during the second round against a barrage from Cruz. The referee decided to step in and award the victory to Cruz, handing De Jesus his seventh straight defeat.

Boxer with 89% KO rate punches referee, who tries to fight back

Arizona State

Phoenix, AZ

USA TODAY

The WBC World Super Flyweight title is on the line Saturday night. Here's when Juan Francisco Estrada and Jesse Rodriguez will face off.

What time is Juan Francisco Estrada-Jesse Bam Rodriguez fight? Walk-in time for main event

It will be the tricky skills and experience of Juan Francisco Estrada against the youthful energy and cerebral aggression of Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez when the pair collide at the Footprint Center in Phoenix on June 29. The 12-round bout, plus undercard action, will be broadcast by DAZN. Estrada (44-3, 28...

Juan Francisco Estrada vs. Bam Rodriguez live fight updates, results, highlights from 2024 boxing fight

Former undisputed light heavyweight champion, Jiri Prochazka has once more echoed claims that incoming foe, Alex Pereira is using magic and other shamanistic techniques ahead of their UFC 303 title fight tonight – particularly after last night’s ceremonial weigh-ins. Prochazka, the current number one ranked light heavyweight contender,...

Jiri Prochazka echoes claims Alex Pereira is using magic after UFC 303 weigh ins: ‘I saw it in his eyes’

Mexican great Juan Francisco Estrada defends his WBC and Ring Magazine super flyweight titles against Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez on June 29 in Phoenix, streamed on DAZN. Estrada: 44-3, 28 KOs, coming off a victory over Roman “Chocolatito” Gonzalez. Bam Rodriguez: 19-0, 12 KOs, with a notable win over...

Estrada vs. Rodriguez: Fight for WBC Title on DAZN Stream

Teofimo Lopez and Steve Claggett made weight ahead of their WBO Junior Welterweight Clash on Saturday. Lopez defends his WBO’s title, which he secured by beating Josh Taylor. Lopez made a successful defense against Jamaine Ortiz. Lopez’s victory was clouded by controversy, with some feeling Ortiz had outboxed him. Lopez then struggled to put himself in the frame for the biggest fights. Claggett has a 38-7-2 record. Claggett has nine victories in a row, but he knows that this is the biggest bout of his career. Both fighters made weight as Lopez hit the scales at 139.4 pounds, while Claggett weighed 139.5 pounds.

Lopez And Claggett Both Make Weight

In the latest Missed Fists, a boxer scores a dramatic comeback knockout just seconds after being near-finished, showcasing the unpredictable nature of combat sports. KO OF THE YEAR CONTENDER at the boxing event in Tokyo where Tyson Koki battled back to secure a Knockout of the Year-worthy win. LFA middleweight...

Exciting Knockout Highlights from Boxing and MMA Events Worldwide

The WBC has reportedly granted David Benavidez a two-week extension to decide between his mandatory spots at 168 and 175. Benavidez (29-0, 24 KOs) moved to 175 earlier this month and captured the WBC interim light heavyweight title with his win over Oleksandr Gvozdyk on June 15th. The fight was also a WBC 175-lb title eliminator, making Benavidez mandatory for champion Artur Beterbiev’s belt.

WBC Grants David Benavidez 2-Week Extension to Decide Between 168 or 175 Mandatory Positions

Washington, DC

Lamont Roach wanted to put on a show for his hometown fans in his first title defense, and that’s exactly what he did. Roach made the first defense of his WBA junior lightweight title on Friday in dominant fashion, stopping tough Irish contender Feargal McCrory in eight rounds at the Entertainment and Sports Arena in Washington D.C. The bout came to a halt at the 2:51 mark, as McCrory’s head trainer Colin Morgan threw in the towel.

Lamont Roach dominates Feargal McCrory in hometown title defense, eyes unification next

Missouri State

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CJ Coombs

The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

Lester Martinez is daring to be great and be a pioneer at the same time. Not only has he traded punches and combinations during sparring sessions with Terence Crawford, but he is also hoping to be the first world titleholder from Guatemala. To continue on that journey, Martinez will have...

Lester Martinez takes on Carlos Gongora in his quest to be Guatemala’s first champ

Jacksonville, FL

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Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence and his wife, Marissa, are expecting a baby. The couple posted pictures on their social media accounts Thursday afternoon with the caption “A little Lawrence on the way.”

A little Lawrence is on the way

The weekend is approaching, and from Friday to Sunday it will be “fight-o-clock” somewhere in the world. Every Thursday, The Ring will bring you the most up-to-date information on the most relevant fights you need to see in this week-at-a-glance, one-stop enhanced fight schedule. A quick checklist for the cognoscenti, a useful nuts-and-bolts guide for the boxing neophyte is what we’re aiming at.

Fight Night Program – Week of June 27-July 3

Los Angeles, CA

Canelo Alvarez reportedly may skip the September 14th fight and fight later in the year in Los Angeles. The undisputed super middleweight champion Canelo (61-2-2, 39 KOs) may take a tune-up to prepare for a fight against Terence Crawford in 2025. WBA Mandatory Edgar Berlanga as Possible Opponent. Mike Coppinger...

Canelo Alvarez May Skip September Fight for Later Tune-Up in Los Angeles

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Teofimo Lopez Jr. dominates Steve Claggett to retain WBO/Ring junior welter titles

MIAMI, FL — The little engine inside of his head has slowed down. Besides, Teofimo Lopez Jr. had given up trying to catch his anxiety a...

Teofimo Lopez Jr. dominates Steve Claggett to retain WBO/Ring junior welter titles

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