UFC ANNOUNCES RETURN TO OKLAHOMA CITY

Las Vegas – UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization, in partnership with Paycom Center and Visit Oklahoma City, today announced UFC’s return to Oklahoma City on Saturday, July 18. 

UFC® FIGHT NIGHT OKLAHOMA CITY looks to deliver a can’t-miss card filled with thrilling matchups featuring some of UFC’s biggest stars, top contenders and rising prospects. Fans in Oklahoma can expect a night of excitement and entertainment as UFC continues to bring the best in mixed martial arts to cities around the world.

“We are thrilled to return to an incredible destination like Oklahoma City,” said UFC Executive Vice President of Event Development Peter Dropick. “Thank you to Paycom Center and Visit OKC for their continued partnership and we look forward to delivering a great event this July.”

“We are honored to host the first UFC event in Oklahoma in nearly 10 years,” said Paycom Center General Manager, Chris Semrau. “The community has been asking for this kind of event for years, and we’re very excited to finally bring the highest level of MMA back to Oklahoma City. This will surely be one of the major events of the summer for the region.”

“Visit Oklahoma City is beyond excited for the return of the UFC to our market after many years,” said Visit OKC Vice President of Sports Development, Adam Wisniewski. “Our city takes pride in hosting the country’s most premier sporting events, and bringing another UFC Fight Night is something we are very much looking forward to adding to Oklahoma City’s resume. We can hardly wait to welcome thousands of fans to Oklahoma City and to assist in producing an event our city will talk about for years to come!”

UFC® FIGHT NIGHT OKLAHOMA CITY marks the first UFC event in the region since UFC FIGHT NIGHT: CHIESA vs LEEon June 25, 2017 and will be the third overall event in Oklahoma City in UFC history, as it also hosted UFC FIGHT NIGHT: DIAZ vs GUILLARD on September 16, 2009.

UFC’s return to Oklahoma City is part of TKO’s expanding network of partnerships with government and private stakeholders around the world who are eager to host UFC’s marquee live events, generating meaningful economic and cultural impact and delivering memorable experiences for fans.

Ticket information will be announced soon. With UFC’s history of sellout events, fans are advised to register their interest early at ufc.com/OKC to secure their seats for this highly anticipated event.

– ENDS –

About UFC®

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 363 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while distributing programming to an estimated 1 billion broadcast and digital households across 210 countries and territories. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 75 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

About Paycom Center

Paycom Center is Oklahoma City’s premier entertainment facility and home to NBA’s Oklahoma City Thunder. Consistently listed on Pollstar’s Top Arenas Worldwide, the venue hosts numerous concerts, family shows, and sporting events creating memories for thousands of guests each year. Paycom Center is owned by the City of Oklahoma City and managed by Legends Global, the premier venue management and services company. For more information and a full list of events, visit http://www.paycomcenter.com

About the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber

The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber is the region’s vision-setting organization and drives economic growth and vitality by uniting business leaders to foster collaboration, belonging and regional prosperity. For more than 100 years, the Chamber has served as the voice of the Oklahoma City business community, supporting its members and the region through economic development, education, government relations and promotion of Oklahoma City as a premier visitor destination. The Chamber’s family of brands includes Visit Oklahoma City, the Greater Oklahoma City Partnership, OKC Sports, Team OKC, Life Science Oklahoma and OKC Film and Creative Industries.




Official Weigh-In Results | Zuffa Boxing 06t

MIDDLEWEIGHT – 10 RDS ?? SHANE MOSLEY JR. (160) vs SERHII BOHACHUK (160) ??
WELTERWEIGHT – 10 RDS ?? JULIAN RODRIGUEZ (147) vs JAMES PERELLA (147) ??
MIDDLEWEIGHT – 10 RDS ?? MISAEL RODRIGUEZ (159.5) vs ANDREAS KATZOURAKIS (159) ??

PRELIMS
LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT – 8 RDS RAPHAEL MONNY (175) ?? vs ?? SURAY MAHMUTOVIC (173.5)
LIGHTWEIGHT – 8 RDS JUSTIN VILORIA (134.5) ?? vs ?? IVAN ORTIZ (135)
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HEAVYWEIGHT – 8 RDS DA’MAZION VANHOUTER (228.5) ?? vs ?? RAPHAEL MURPHY (251.5)
BANTAMWEIGHT – 6 RDS EMILIANO CARDENAS (117.5) ?? vs ?? ALEXIS ALVARADO (118)
LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT – 6 RDS RAKHMATULLO BOYMATOV (174.5) ?? vs ?? Caleb Hall (174.5)




GAMBOA & RIGONDEAUX HEADLINE “HAVANA HEAT” MAY 30 IN FORT LAUDERDALE — TWO TITLE FIGHTS, LIVE MUSIC, CUBAN CULTURE & A MASSIVE NIGHT OF CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL — After weeks of anticipation and a temporary postponement caused by visa complications involving a previously scheduled opponent, Havana Heat is officially back and bigger than ever.

On Saturday, May 30, Ron Johnson’s American Dream Presents and Nothing But Sportz will deliver one of the most exciting and culturally charged boxing events of the year as HAVANA HEAT takes over the legendary War Memorial Auditorium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Blending elite championship boxing with live music, Cuban culture, celebrity appearances, and world-class production, Havana Heat is shaping up to be far more than a fight card — it’s becoming a full entertainment experience designed to bring together the passion of boxing and the energy of South Florida’s Latin culture on one unforgettable night. The event will stream live worldwide exclusively on the Nothing But Sportz App.

GAMBOA RETURNS IN MAIN EVENT TITLE FIGHT

Headlining the evening, former unified world champion and Olympic gold medalist

Yuriorkis Gamboa returns to the spotlight in a high-stakes showdown against rugged

veteran Alexander Espinoza for the vacant WBA Latino/Fedelatin Championship at 140 pounds.

In the co-main event, two-division world champion and pound-for-pound great Guillermo Rigondeaux steps back into action against Chilean contender Jose Velazquez in a featured attraction expected to draw strong attention from boxing fans throughout the United States and Latin America.

Also featured in a major championship attraction is undefeated heavyweight knockout artist Gustavo “The Cuban Assassin” Trujillo, who will defend his WBC Latino Heavyweight Championship against battle-tested veteran Sergio Ramirez in one of the most anticipated fights of the evening.

The undercard will feature a loaded lineup of emerging prospects and rising names from around the sport, including Kenzell Williams, highly regarded prospect and protégé of former world champion Antonio Tarver, along with Evelyn Romo, professional boxer and producer for the Fox Sports studios in West Palm Beach. Additional featured fighters include Pierre Nance, Lucas Dos Santos, Dominique Valera, Luis Hernandez, and Jayon Tinnin.

LIVE MUSIC ADDS TO THE HAVANA HEAT EXPERIENCE

Adding to the atmosphere, Havana Heat will also feature live musical performances from three of the hottest Cuban and Latin artists making noise today: Wow Popy, Divan, and Yonki.

Together, the musical lineup transforms Havana Heat into a complete entertainment

experience — combining championship boxing, live performances, and cultural energy all under one roof.

PROMOTERS SPEAK ON THE RETURN OF HAVANA HEAT

“Adversity only made this event bigger. We had to make the difficult decision to move the card from May 2 due to visa issues surrounding an opponent, but we stayed focused and continued building. Now everything is set and ready to rock and roll. Havana Heat is bringing together championship boxing, live entertainment, Cuban culture, and major personalities all on one stage. This is going to be a huge night for South Florida.”— Ronald Johnson, Founder of Ron Johnson’s American Dream Presents

“This is the type of event that captures attention globally because it’s authentic. You have legendary fighters, rising stars, championship fights, major music artists, and real cultural energy behind it. Havana Heat is exactly the type of premium live experience Nothing But Sportz wants to deliver to audiences worldwide.” — Steven Marcano, CEO of Nothing But Sportz

“We’re building experiences, not just fight cards. Havana Heat represents culture, passion, entertainment, and elite-level boxing all coming together at the highest level. South Florida is the perfect stage for this event, and fans are going to feel that energy from the moment they walk inside the building.”— Akinyemi O. Ajayi, Nothing But Sportz

OFFICIAL HAVANA HEAT PRESS CONFERENCE & FACE-OFFS

Thursday, May 14, 2026

War Memorial Auditorium — Fort Lauderdale, Florida

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

The event will feature Yuriorkis Gamboa, Alexander Espinoza, Guillermo Rigondeaux, Gustavo “The Cuban Assassin” Trujillo, Sergio Ramirez, featured undercard fighters, media availability, and official face-offs.

EVENT INFORMATION

HAVANA HEAT

War Memorial Auditorium — Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Saturday, May 30, 2026

Doors Open: 6:00 PM

First Fight: 7:00 PM

Tickets Available Now on SeatGeek

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Keyshawn Davis: “Nahir Albright’s Going To Be the Fourth Guy I Stop in a Row!”

LAS VEGAS (May 8, 2026) — Keyshawn Davis is coming back home with a score to settle and another stoppage on his mind.

The former world champion and Olympic silver medalist will face Nahir Albright in a 12-round super lightweight rematch on Saturday, May 16, at Scope Arena in Norfolk, Virginia.

In the 10-round welterweight co-feature, former world champion Brian Norman Jr. (28-1, 22 KOs) returns against Canada’s Josh Wagner (19-2, 10 KOs).

In additional action, Keyshawn’s older brother Kelvin Davis (15-1, 8 KOs) returns in a 10-round welterweight clash against Bronx native Peter Dobson (17-3, 10 KOs), while unbeaten Dominican contender Yan Santana (16-0, 13 KOs) faces Cristian Cruz Chacon (24-7-2, 12 KOs) in a 10-rounder at featherweight.

Keyshawn-Albright II, Norman-Wagner, Davis-Dobson and Santana-Cruz will be streamed LIVE on DAZN beginning at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.

Promoted by Top Rank, in association with RDR Promotions, tickets are on sale at the Scope Arena box office and via Ticketmaster.com.

Keyshawn (14-0, 10 KOs) captured the WBO lightweight crown with a fourth-round stoppage of Denys Berinchyk in February 2025. The 27-year-old was scheduled to make his first title defense against Edwin De Los Santos last June in Norfolk, but the bout was canceled after he missed weight. He has since regrouped at 140 pounds, handing Jamaine Ortiz his first TKO defeat in January, and now returns home to settle unfinished business. Albright (17-2-1, 7 KOs), a battle-tested Philadelphia native, has built momentum since his first fight with Keyshawn by handing Kelvin Davis his first pro loss last June and battling Frank Martin to a draw in January.

Following a recent training session at the Top Rank Gym in Las Vegas, this is what Keyshawn said:

On fighting in his hometown…

“Man, fighting in my hometown is always exciting. I’ll be walking out and seeing teachers who used to teach me in middle school and stuff. My whole family comes down from New York. I got family in D.C., and of course my family in Virginia. So it’s always exciting.”

“I don’t understand why people say it’s harder for them to fight in their hometown. I don’t understand it. I’ve traveled the world and fought in different countries where the crowd was against me, and I still went out there and won. So fighting in my hometown is so much more comfortable. I feel like my best performances come from fighting in my hometown, and I just can’t wait to do it all over again.”

On rising through the ranks with his brothers…

“It’s like home, man. We’ve been fighting at home, took it to the gym, fought in the gym, and now we fighting on the world stage. So, I love it. It’s different. It’s something that people never really seen before in the sport of boxing, you know? Three brothers fighting, especially on the same card. May 16th, Scope Arena, man. Make sure y’all tune in. It’s gonna be something special.”

On Albright telling Keyshawn to be ready…

“That’s what everybody says. They’re supposed to promote themselves. I don’t want an opponent who’s going to go in there and just lay down. In every fight I have, they should be coming confident, ready and prepared. So, he’s saying all the right things.”

“I know what I need to do. I know what I need to do to get prepared. I’m a better Keyshawn now. I’m not up-and-coming any more. I’m a former world champion. And it’s going to show on May 16.”

On his recent stoppage wins…

“I’m starting to understand the game. I’m starting to understand myself and the blessing and abilities that I have and that God gave me. When I go in there super focused and in shape, I know nobody can hang with me. But even if they can hang, they’re going to get stopped too. I’m confident in myself that I can stop anybody in the ring, from 140 to 147.”

On what to expect fight night…

“This fight is going to be amazing because I’m amazing and I go in there and stop guys. And that’s what people pay to see.”

“My job is to go out there and fight. I got into this position by knocking people out and being myself. That’s the only thing I need to do.”

“This is an opportunity to stop guys that have never been stopped before. Albright’s going to be the fourth guy I stop in a row. They’re going to keep saying that I’m going to be one of the greatest of all time.”




VIDEO: Anthony Olascuaga to defend WBO flyweight title! | Press Conference




‘HISTORY IN THE MAKING’ WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING PRESS CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS

SAN FRANCISCO – May 8, 2026 – Yesterday, aboard the luxurious Hornblower Hybrid New York yacht at Alcatraz Landing/Pier 33 in San Francisco, hall-of-fame boxing ambassadors Christy Martin and Jimmy Lennon Jr., hosted as the principal fighters for the ‘History In The Making’ World Championship Boxing went face to face for the first time at the opening press conference to announce the blockbuster event being held on Saturday, July 11, at San Francisco’s Civic Center Plaza.

Present were headlining fighters, WBO World Flyweight Champion Anthony Olascuaga, his challenger Andy Dominguez; Uruguayan featherweight prospect Oscar Bonifacino and his opponent Raul Escudero, who will appear in the six-round co-featured attraction; as well as world #1-ranked super featherweight Charly Suarez and opponent Manuel “Tino” Avila.

The press conference also featured promoters Ed Pereira, CEO of iVB, Sampson Lewkowicz of Sampson Boxing, and Paco Damian of Paco Presents, plus Sky Sports commentator Andy Clark, California State Athletic Commissioner Chris Gruwell, and Trainer of the Year Bob Santos.

Also squaring off on July 11 will be Vito Mielnicki Jr. defending his WBC, IBF & WBO Regional Middleweight Championships against Gerardo Luis Vergara, undefeated heavyweight Gurgen Hovhannisyan taking on Uila Mau?u; and super featherweight Blake Binskin facing Dante Paris Ibarra Hernandez

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ABOUT IVB BOXING

iVB Boxing is a live Sports Entertainment organisation dedicated to the promotion and delivery of World Championship Boxing events that uphold the sport’s most respected traditions. Working in collaboration with promoters and industry partners, iVB brings high-quality professional bouts to global audiences through large-scale productions. The organisation is focused on restoring the connection between boxing, its fans and the communities that shaped it, providing greater access to competitive fights while presenting events rooted in boxing traditions. Through this approach, iVB aims to return boxing to the public and establish new standards within live sports entertainment.

ABOUT SAMPSON BOXING

Sampson Boxing has promotional partners all over North and South America, Africa, Asia, New Zealand, Australia, Europe and Central America. Sampson Boxing events have been televised on such premiere networks as HBO, Showtime, ESPN, ESPN+, DAZN, VS., FOX, Fox Sports and several international networks. For more information, visit sampsonboxing.com.




Tickets ON SALE NOW for Abdullah Mason-Joe Cordina at Cleveland State University’s Wolstein Center

CLEVELAND (May 8, 2026) — Tickets for the WBO lightweight world title showdown between Abdullah Mason and Joe Cordina — Saturday, July 4, at Cleveland State University’s Wolstein Center — are on sale now.

In the co-feature, WBC featherweight world champion Bruce “Shu Shu” Carrington (17-0, 10 KOs) makes his first defense against Mexico’s Rene Palacios (19-0-1, 10 KOs).

Additionally, Cleveland native and U.S. Olympian Tiger Johnson (17-0, 8 KOs) takes on fellow unbeaten Christopher Guerrero (16-0, 9 KOs) in a 10-rounder at welterweight, while undefeated lightweight knockout artist Deric “Scooter” Davis (11-0, 10 KOs) faces Carlos Ramos (18-4-1, 10 KOs) in an eight-round clash.

The Fight: Mason vs. Cordina, including Carrington-Palacios, Tiger-Guerrero and Davis-Ramos, will be broadcast on TNT and DAZN co-exclusively in the U.S. and on DAZN Worldwide beginning at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.

Promoted by Top Rank, in association with Matchroom Boxing, tickets are available via Ticketmaster.com.

Mason (20-0, 17 KOs) makes his inaugural defense after capturing the crown with a dominant points triumph over unbeaten Sam Noakes last November in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The Cleveland native, boxing’s youngest reigning world champion at 22, returns home following a breakout four-fight 2025 campaign that also included stoppage wins over Manuel Jaimes, Carlos Ornelas and Jeremia Nakathila.

Cordina (19-1, 9 KOs), a Welsh former world champion and 2016 Olympian, enters his third lightweight assignment seeking to become a three-time, two-weight king. The 34-year-old won the IBF junior lightweight world title with a second-round knockout over Kenichi Ogawa in 2022 and regained it the following year with a decision over Shavkatdzhon Rakhimov. Since losing the belt to Anthony Cacace last May, Cordina has recorded victories over Jaret Gonzalez Quiroz and Gabriel Flores Jr.

Additional undercard action will feature Abdullah’s brothers in separate four-rounders, as Abdurrahman Mason (2-0, 2 KOs) sees action in a lightweight contest and Ibrahim Mason (2-0, 2 KOs) competes in a super featherweight tilt.




ZUFFA BOXING TAKES OVER THE CHELSEA AT THE COSMOPOLITAN OF LAS VEGAS WITH A HIGHLY ANTICIPATED REMATCH BETWEEN EDWIN DE LOS SANTOS AND JOSE VALENZUELA ON SUNDAY, JUNE 28

May 8, 2026 – Zuffa Boxing returns with a highly anticipated lightweight rematch between Edwin De Los Santos and Jose “Rayo” Valenzuela on Sunday, June 28, which headlines an eight-fight event from The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. The three-fight main card will stream live at 9pm ET/6pm PT, exclusively on Paramount+.

Tickets for ZUFFA BOXING 08: DE LOS SANTOS VS. VALENZUELA 2 at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas will go on sale Friday, May 22 at 1pm ET/10am PT via Ticketmaster.com. An exclusive presale will begin Thursday, May 21 at 1pm ET/10am PT. Learn more about pre-sale opportunities at zuffaboxing.com/register.

The main event features Dominican southpaw De Los Santos (17-2, 15 KOs) against the Mexican-born Valenzuela (15-3, 9 KOs) in a 10-round rematch of their memorable 2022 Fight of the Year contender. In their first meeting, De Los Santos stepped in on one day’s notice and earned a sensational TKO victory over Valenzuela, who was a heavy favorite. The fight was nonstop action from start to finish, with the southpaws trading knockdowns in the second round. De Los Santos scored another knockdown in the third, securing the KO after a furious follow-up wobbled Valenzuela.

In the co-main event, Omar Trinidad (20-0-2, 14 KOs) of Los Angeles takes on former world titlist Jerwin Ancajas (38-4-2, 25 KOs) of the Philippines in a 10-round featherweight scrap. Following a dominating Zuffa Boxing debut against Max Ornelas, the 30-year-old Trinidad will face the most experienced opponent of his career in Ancajas, who reigned as super flyweight champion for more than five years. 

Opening the main card on Paramount+, Sacramento’s “Sugar” Cain Sandoval (17-1, 15 KOs) will take on Southern California standout Brandun Lee (30-0, 23 KOs) in a 10-round fight. The 23-year-old Sandoval looks to bounce back following his first career loss against Julian Rodriguez earlier this year in the inaugural Zuffa Boxing event. 

Fans can stream the full eight-fight Zuffa Boxing card with a Paramount+ subscription at no additional cost in the U.S.Latin AmericaBrazil, and Canada. The event will be broadcast live on Sky Sports in the UK and Ireland. 

Additional information on the event will be announced in the coming weeks. 

About Zuffa Boxing
Zuffa Boxing is a joint venture between TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (“TKO”) (NYSE: TKO) and Sela, the entertainment conglomerate. TKO serves as managing partner, providing day-to-day operational expertise, management, and oversight of the promotion, with executive leadership anchored by UFC President and CEO Dana White and WWE President and TKO Board Member Nick Khan. The promotion aims to reimagine the sport of boxing by evolving the current model to restore the sport’s rightful place in the forefront of the global sports ecosystem. For more information, follow @Zuffa_Boxing on X; and @ZuffaBoxing on Snapchat, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok.

About Paramount+ 

Paramount+ is a premium streaming subscription service delivering live sports, breaking news, and a Mountain of Entertainment™, and is a cornerstone of the Direct-to-Consumer division of Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY), a leading, next-generation global media and entertainment company. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Television, CBS – America’s most-watched broadcast network, CBS News, CBS Sports, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, SHOWTIME®, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions.  

For more information about Paramount+, please visit www.paramountplus.com, and follow @ParamountPlus on social media.

About Sela
Founded in 1997, Sela is a Saudi Arabian company specializing in creating, constructing, and operating unique destinations and recreational experiences across sports, entertainment, culture, and hospitality sectors. Initially recognized as Saudi Arabia’s first FIFA-recognized athletes’ representation company, Sela expanded into sports marketing and has since diversified into broader recreational industries. 

About TKO
TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.

About The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas

The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas is a unique luxury resort and casino that offers a decidedly different perspective. Located in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip, The Cosmopolitan’s distinct vertical multi-tower design features more than 3,000 guestrooms with residential living spaces, private terraces and breathtaking views of the city skyline. Luxury amenities include a premier lineup of world-class culinary experiences; an intriguing mix of bars, nightclubs and entertainment venues; 100,000-square-foot-casino; award-winning spa, salon and fitness center; unrivaled pool district and an eclectic line-up of hand-selected boutiques. For more information visit: www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com and follow us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.




AUDIO: The Boxing Hour: EP 95 w/Angelo Leo, Ra’eese Aleem and Shane Mosley Jr.




VIDEO: The Boxing Hour: EP 95 w/Angelo Leo, Ra’eese Aleem and Shane Mosley Jr.




FLOYD ‘MONEY’ MAYWEATHER TO FACE ‘IRON’ MIKE ZAMBIDIS IN FULL-CONTACT EXHIBITION BOUT, SATURDAY, JUNE 27, IN ATHENS, GREECE

Athens, Greece (May 7, 2026) – On Saturday, June 27, worldwide hall-of-fame boxing legend Floyd “Money” Mayweather will face kickboxing all-time-great “Iron” Mike Zambidis to headline “Battle of the Legends: Mayweather vs. Zambidis,” an explosive full-contact pay-per-view exhibition showdown.

The event is presented live by Frontrow Fight Series, Mayweather Promotions, and Zambidis Club from the Telekom Center, Athens at OAKA Olympic Complex in Athens, Greece.

Pay-per-view details will be announced soon. Tickets can be purchased via More.com.

One of the best pound-for-pound fighters of all time, Floyd Mayweather’s legendary career saw him compile a perfect 50-0 record while winning 15 major world championships spanning five weight classes, from super featherweight to light middleweight. Mayweather was named “Fighter of the Decade” for the 2010s by the Boxing Writers Association of America (BWAA) and The Sporting News. He is also a three-time winner of the BWAA Fighter of the Year and a six-time winner of the ESPY Award’s Best Fighter.

In 2016, ESPN ranked him the greatest boxer of the last 25 years. The Ring ranked him the greatest boxer, pound-for-pound, of the 21st century.

Since his retirement in 2017, Mayweather has traveled the world fighting exhibitions against a variety of opponents from different disciplines and backgrounds, often in exotic locations such as Dubai, Japan, and the U.K.

“This is an opportunity for me to sharpen my skills for what’s to come this year,” said Mayweather. “I’ve never fought in Greece before, but I look forward to experiencing their beautiful country and meeting their people. Mike Zambidis has achieved a lot in his sport, but I’ve stayed sharp and I’m ready for anything thrown my way.”

Mike Zambidis is a legendary Greek kickboxer and 18-time world champion, best known for his career in K-1 MAX. A former member of the Greek National Boxing Team, Zambidis was part of the pre-Olympic squad for the 2000 Sydney Games.

During his record-breaking boxing and kickboxing careers, Zambidis compiled a record of 158-22 with 87 knockouts against the best kickboxers in the world, and for the most important organizations in the planet. In a worldwide vote, Zambidis was named K-1 MVP by an outstanding majority of 42.6%. His fights in K-1 were ranked as the best fights gathering 60% of all votes, while the second athlete gathered only 7.8% of votes. Zambidis’ fights receive record television viewership in his native Greece and his KO victory over Chahid “The Pitbull” Oulad El Hadj is characterized as the best fight in the history of kickboxing.

A native of Athens, Zambidis also owns two state-of-the-art gyms, the Zambidis Clubs and currently serves in the important and responsible position of Chairman of the Sports and Education Committee in the Region of Attica with the vision of “Evolution and Contribution.”

“It’s an incredible thrill for me to face the great Floyd Mayweather,” said Mike Zambidis. “I have faced many of the best fighters of several disciplines, but I am looking forward to testing my skills against one of the greatest boxers of all time and I’m very happy to be having this experience in front of my beloved Greek people.”

Keane Anis is the CEO of Frontrow Fight Series and Front Row Entertainment, well known for his close friendship and partnership with Floyd Mayweather on international exhibition fights.

For the last 20 years, Anis has been organizing major sports and music events, as well as high-profile celebrity appearances around the globe. Anis has been instrumental in expanding Mayweather’s exhibition footprint via his FrontRow Fight Series through events such as Mayweather vs. Don Moore at Etihad Arena on Yas Island, and Floyd Mayweather vs. Aaron Chalmers at The O2 Arena.

“This is an important event for the people of Greece and fight fans worldwide who wonder what would happen if two of the world’s best collided,” said Keane Anis. “Like our previous events with Floyd Mayweather, this, too, will be a great success, as I’m sure the people in Athens and viewers around the world will enjoy ‘The Best Ever’s’ return to the ring in this exhibition.”




Toro Promotions & Whitfield Haydon Officially Announce ‘Sizzling Summer Boxing Series’ 

LOS ANGELES (May 7, 2026) – Toro Promotions, Inc., in association with Whitfield Haydon, has announced its “Sizzling Summer Boxing Series,” consecutive monthly professional boxing events taking place across Arizona, Washington, and California from June through August.

“King of the West” – June 20 @ Celebrity Theater in Phoenix, AZ

Toro has matched its top heavyweights, Nigeria-born Kingsley “The Black Lion” Ibeh (16-3-1, 14 KOs), fighting out of Phoenix, and Chandler-based Dante Stone (21-2, 13 KOs), to battle in the 10-round main event for the World Boxing Council (WBC) FECARBOX and the vacant Arizona State heavyweight titles.

Ibeh, who previously played collegiate and professional football in the Canadian League, will be defending his WBC FECARBOX championship belt. Stone finished as runner-up in last year’s inaugural WBC Grand Prix championship final held in Saudi Arabia.

“Being able to put on a serious heavyweight crossroads fight between two Phoenix fighters is something that I thought had a chance to happen years ago,” Haydon said, “but clearly the opportunity has presented itself and the time is one other than now. It would not have made sense in the past or probably never gain in the future, so it’s now or never. Let’s find out who indeed is the King of the West!”

“Raineer Rumble I” – July 11 @ Muckleshoot Casino in Auburn, WA

San Diego junior lightweight Austin Brooks (14-0-1, 6 KOs), rated No. 11 in the world by the World Boxing Association (WBA), takes on Viktor Slavinskyi (14-5-, 7 KOs), fighting out of Los Angeles by way of Ukraine, in the 10-round main event.

“Heartbeat of Los Angeles Boxing Series” – Aug. 15 @ East End Studios in Glendale, CA

Armenian lightweight prospect Narek Hovhannisyan (3-0, 2 KOs) is a rising star who will be fighting in his first scheduled 10-round bout against TBA.  His cousin, Gurgen “Big Gulp” Hovhannisyan (10-0-0, 9 KOs), is considered one of the leading heavyweight prospects in boxing.

Toro Promotions is launching its 2026 boxing campaign with four monthly events beginning May 15th in Chetumal, Mexico. The card features undefeated Nicaraguan super featherweight Nilo Guerrero (11-0-0, 8 KOs) and Georgia heavyweight Tsotne “Mr. T” Rogava (12-1-0, 8 KOs).

The 25-year-old Guerrero,  the World Boxing Council (WBC) FECARBOX Super Featherweight Champion, takes on Juan “Pelon” Pablo Ramirez Rouque (13-4-0, 2 KOs), of Mexico, in the 10-round main event.

Fighting out of Marina del Rey, California, Rogava meets unbeaten Mexican opponent Mauricio “La Mole” Leo Perez (8-0-1, 6 KOs) in the 8-round co-featured event. The 6’ 3”, 250-pound Rogava is a former kickboxer who represented Ukraine in boxing at the 2020 Olympics.

Also scheduled to be in action is Hovhannisyan, who will fight hometown favorite Brayen “El Lobo” Briceno (3-0-2, 2 KOs), of Mexico, in a 6-round bout.




BKFC MAKES HISTORY WITH BARE KNUCKLE FIGHTING-HEAVY METAL CROSSOVER BLOOD4BLOOD EVENT

Daytona Beach, FL (May 6, 2026) The worlds of combat sports and heavy metal music collided with a bang on Wednesday night at the historic Blood4Blood event from the sold-out Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, FL. Blood4Blood featured an electric mix of four must-see Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) fights and epic performances from four of heavy metal’s most popular acts, all broadcast LIVE worldwide on The BKFC App.

Blood4Blood was promoted in partnership with Danny Wimmer Presents and kicked off the world-famous Welcome To Rockville four-day festival, one of the country’s biggest rock, metal and punk festivals, this week celebrating its 15th anniversary at the legendary Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, FL.

Professional Bull Riders’ star Cameron “The Bull” Delano smashed his way to 2-0 under the BKFC banner in Wednesday’s highly anticipated Main Event, taking out Aleksandr “Alex The Terrible” Shikolai in the third round of their back-and-forth, light-heavyweight matchup. Delano logged three knockdowns and Shikolai sent Delano to the canvas once before their bout was stopped 29 seconds into the third stanza. Shikolai opened the night with an incredible performance from the iconic Slaughter To Prevail, the band that he heads up as lead singer.

Delano, who hails from Liberty, SC, showed love to Shikolai and took aim at John “Johnny Cannoli” Garbarino in his post-fight interview: “Alex is a tough son of a (expletive). I knew we were going to go at it. I love it. I’m a huge fan. I want (expletive) Garbarino next! Stop (expletive) hiding! Come out and play!”

The fan-favorite Shikolai, who represents Yekaterinburg, Russia, added: “I lost. It sucks. But sometimes (expletive) happens. I feel sad, but at the same time I’m so (expletive) happy because we made this amazing event happen!”

Blood4Blood also included incredible musical performances between fights from Black Label SocietyCrowbar and Malevolence.

Celebrities in attendance Wednesday night included BKFC Interim Cruiserweight Champion Esteban “Mohawk” Rodriguez, professional wrestling standout Braun Strowman, as well as UFC Star Anthony “Lionheart” Smith and former UFC heavyweight champion Josh “The Warmaster” Barnett, who joined the BKFC broadcast booth with Sean Wheelock and Chris Lytle for a number of fights.

“Brutal” Jake Bostwick also shined on Wednesday night, earning his second straight victory at the expense of Roderick “Ice Water” Stewart in the Blood4Blood Co-Main Event. The time of the stoppage was 1:25 in the second round. The Miami-based Southeast London, England product is now 5-2-1 in the BKFC Squared Circle. Stewart, who hails from Abilene, TX, is now 2-3 in his BKFC career. 

Two-time BKFC World Title Challenger Taylor “Killa Bee” Starling climbed to 6-4 under the BKFC banner with a second straight victory over the game Sydney “Sundance” Smith in women’s strawweight action. The referee called a stop to the fight at 1:32 of the second round for the winner out of Rock Hill, SC. With her win, Starling becomes just the third female combatant in BKFC history to record 10 or more fights (Britain Hart – 13 bouts,  Christine “Misfit” Ferea – 12). The Charlottesville, VA product Smith is now 1-4 in her BKFC career after accepting this fight as a short-notice replacement earlier this week.

Yekaterinburg, Russia’s Sergey “Kratos” Kalinin made an epic first impression in his hotly anticipated BKFC premiere in the opening matchup of the night, stopping Brock “Alpha Dawg” Walker in just 66 seconds. Following his lightning-fast knockout victory, Kalinin now holds an overall bare knuckle fighting record of 7-4, while the Big Stone Gap, VA product Walker moves to 2-2 overall.

Blood4Blood Results

Cameron Delano def. Aleksandr Shikolay via TKO in Round 3 (0:29)

Jake Bostwick def. Roderick Stewart via KO in Round 2 (1:25)

Taylor Starling def. Sydney Smith via TKO in Round 2 (1:32)

Sergey Kalinin def. Brock Walker via TKO in Round 1 (1:06)

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UNBEATEN RISING PROSPECT JESSIE FLETCHER SIGNS MANAGERIAL PACT WITH FIGHTERS FIRST MANAGEMENT

ATLANTA – May 6, 2026 – Fighters First Management has officially announced the signing of another young rising star to join their growing stable, as unbeaten Jessie Fletcher has become the latest fighter to turn to the burgeoning managerial company in search of support in reaching his world title aspirations.

“I’m super excited to be working with Fighters First Management after seeing the progress they made with Brian Norman Jr., as well as the big names they work with such as Errol Spence Jr. and Edwin De Los Santos,” said Fletcher. “For all the fans, I’m excited to finally show the skills I have and put on the best performance I possibly can every time I step into the ring.”

Born in Houston, Fletcher’s family moved to Lafayette, Louisiana, as he began to pursue his boxing dream at just eight-years-old. Now sporting a perfect 11-0 record, Fletcher has shown tremendous power by ending all 11 fights by knockout. In his last outing the 25-year-old turned away his toughest opponent to date, stopping the 19-6 David Lobo Ramirez with just two seconds left in round one.

As he continues his ascent toward contender status, Fighters First CEO Adrian Clark stated his belief that Fletcher could follow in the successful footsteps of another Lafayette-native, UFC star Dustin Poirier.

“I think Jessie could have a similar impact on boxing as Dustin Poirier had on the UFC,” said Clark. “He comes to fight and has power in both hands. I can’t wait to see Jessie back in the ring sooner than later.”

“I’ve known Jessie since he was a kid and I’m very excited to finally have him with the Fighters First family,” said Kenny Pyle, co-owner of Fighters First Management. “[legendary Lafayette-based boxing trainer] Beau Williford would be extremely pleased.”

The signing is the latest for Clark during a successful recent run that saw him help guide Brian Norman Jr. to a welterweight world championship, while also adding top contender Edwin De Los Santos and Domonique Francis to his fast-growing stable of fighters.

For additional information on Fighters First Management, visit www.fightersfirst.com.

 




Undefeated heavyweight prospect Pryce Taylor Graduates to 10-rounder this Saturday in Atlanta

NEW YORK CITY (May 6, 2026) – Undefeated Brooklyn heavyweight prospect Pryce Taylor (11-0, 7 KOs) has graduated to 10-round matches, starting this Saturday night (May 9) in Atlanta against upset-minded Calvin Barnett (7-4, 4 KOs).

Taylor vs. Barnett is on a card presented by Taylor’s promoter, Salita Promotions, which will be streamed on DAZN live from Gateway Center Arena.

This fight will mark the first scheduled 10-round bout in Taylor’s relatively short professional career, another goal that the 29-year-old Taylor will soon attain.

“I feel like this (first slated 10-rounder) means I’ve made it to the next level,” Taylor said. “I’ve been training to go 10 rounds, if needed, for a long time and I always pace myself in fights to try not to do too much. I’m capable of going 10 rounds, but I always go in the ring trying to end the fight early.”

A former college basketball, the 6’ 4”, 275-pound Taylor will face another upset specialist in Barnett, who has knocked off 2 unbeaten fighters in his last 3 fights, 11-0 Drake Banks (WKO3) and Dominique Valera 8-0-2 (WDEC3).

“Every great heavyweight has a moment where the spotlight gets brighter, and the competition gets real,” Taylor’s manager Keith Sullivan commented. “For Pryce Taylor, that moment is this weekend in Atlanta. I fully expect him to rise to the moment and show the world he is ready to be the future of the American heavyweight division. His opponent is more than a gatekeeper; he is a record destroyer, taking away his last two opponents’ unblemished records.”

Barnett stands 6’ 3“ and weighs 250-pounds. The dangerous southpaw is a former Oklahoma State Heavyweight Champion.

“Like some of my other opponents,” Taylor noted, “He looks good on paper but not when they get in the ring with me. I’ve fought 4 lefthanded fighters and I have a good straight right, so he’s no different than some of my opponents.”

Taylor will be fighting for the 8th time in the last 17 months, something the Brooklynite embraces and more.

“I like to fight as often as possible to keep busy,” Taylor concluded. “The busier I can be keeps me sharp while I gain more experience.”

Taylor spent a large share of his training camp as a sparring partner for former World Heavyweight Champion Deontay Wilder in Tuscaloosa, Alabama (45-4-1, 43 KOs), as well as undefeated Ukrainian heavyweight prospect Andrii Novytskyi (16-0, 12 KOs) in Long Beach, California.

Keith Sullivan, a former New York State Athletic Commission Deputy Commissioner, also manages undefeated 3-time, 2-division World Champion Miyo Yoshida (19-5, 1 KO), Bronx NYPD officer Nisa Rodriguez (4-1, 2 KOs), Albanian heavyweight Kristian Prenga (21-1, 21 KOs), lightweight Fei Faiva (6-0-1, 4 KOs) and junior featherweight prospect Brooklyn “The Big Deal” Barwick (4-1, 4 KOs). Sullivan co-manages IBF Welterweight World title challenger Paddy “The Real Deal” Donovan (14-2, 11 KOs) and his cousin, middleweight Jim Donovan (2-0, 1 KO), alongside coach and ex-world champion Andy Lee.

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Press Conference Notes: Abdullah Mason Set for Hometown Title Defense against Joe Cordina July 4 at Cleveland’s Wolstein Center

CLEVELAND (May 5, 2026) — Boxing’s youngest world champion is set to make his first defense in front of a hometown crowd on the 250th anniversary of American independence as part of TNT Sports and DAZN’s inaugural The Fight event, a new monthly live boxing series.

Abdullah Mason will defend his WBO lightweight world title against Welsh former world champion Joe Cordina on Saturday, July 4, at Cleveland’s Wolstein Center.

Today, the City of Cleveland and Top Rank hosted a kickoff press conference at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to announce the event. Mason was joined by Cleveland Mayor Justin M. Bibb, Top Rank VP of Boxing Operations Carl Moretti, WBC featherweight world champion Bruce “Shu Shu” Carrington, and Cleveland native and U.S. Olympian Tiger Johnson.

The Fight: Mason vs. Cordina will be broadcast on TNT and DAZN co-exclusively in the US and on DAZN Worldwide.

In the co-feature, Carrington (17-0, 10 KOs) puts his WBC featherweight world title on the line against Mexico’s Rene Palacios (19-0-1, 10 KOs).

Additionally, Tiger (17-0, 8 KOs) takes on fellow unbeaten Christopher Guerrero (16-0, 9 KOs) in a 10-round welterweight battle.

And undefeated lightweight knockout artist Deric “Scooter” Davis (11-0, 10 KOs) returns in an eight-round clash against Carlos Ramos (18-4-1, 10 KOs).

The Mason-Cordina, Carrington-Palacios, Tiger-Guerrero and Davis-Ramos fights will be broadcast LIVE beginning at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.

Promoted by Top Rank, in association with Matchroom Boxing, tickets go on sale Friday, May 8, at 12 p.m. ET via Ticketmaster.com.

This is what the press conference participants had to say Tuesday.

Abdullah Mason

On Cordina’s statement on the fight…

“He doesn’t know any better. When the bell rings, that’s all that matters. It sounds cool right now, but I know I’m going to have fun on July 4th. As soon as that bell rings, I’m going to have fun doing what I do. He’s not going to expect what I have coming for him.”

On his fight with Sam Noakes…

“Just as the fight with Sam Noakes went down, I feel like this fight will set the tone for whatever is going to come next. Me and my brothers in the city of Cleveland, we are putting on for the city. We are making sure that everything we do is big. We have a lot of support and we appreciate that. There is going to be a lot of smoke…we’ll call this one a cookout.”

On the best memories that shaped his boxing career…

I’ve been in the gym and training with my brothers since I was nine years old. My memories are always training with them and giving me that support and making me do better inside and outside of the ring. Fifteen fights ago they were saying ‘this next fight is going to be in Cleveland, this next fight is going to be in Cleveland’, and now it’s in Cleveland.”

On fighting in his hometown of Cleveland…

“I’m really appreciative of Cleveland. The city always comes out, the Mayor always shows support. We’re ready to get it on. We are ready for everybody to grab their tickets as soon as they go on sale.”

On if he can be locked in while watching other people…

I know for sure every time I step in the ring and that bell goes off, I’m ready. Whenever I step into that ring and the lights come on, I’m ready. Joe may see what he sees, but he doesn’t know what he has coming.”

On what he has seen from Joe Cordina…

“He’s definitely a volume puncher. He has some good offense, quick, and has good feet. I would say he’s well rounded in what he does. But everything he does, I do better.” 

On if he thinks he could be the second person to stop Cordina… 

“For sure. I’m just here to have a lot of fun. I’m not going to tell you how it’s going to go down, I know July 4th, I’m going to enjoy it just as much as Cleveland is going to enjoy it.”

Joe Cordina

On his excitement for this fight…

“The 4th of July is a massive day for America but it’s also a massive day for boxing. Abdullah is a good fighter, but I’m looking to come f*** up his homecoming. I’m coming to rip his heart out and bring it back to the UK.”

Tiger Johnson

On fighting in Cleveland…

“It means everything, it’s a dream come true. It’s something I’ve been dreaming of since I was a little kid. In Cleveland, we breed killers. We bring some of the best boxers in history. It’s hard to make it out of Cleveland. If you make it out of there, you can make it anywhere.”

Bruce “Shu Shu” Carrington

On reflecting on his recent fight…

“Seeing how the fans took it, I would give it a solid eight. The fighter in me wanted complete dominance, but it just added to the story of it and made it more memorable.”

On fighting in Cleveland…

“We are no stranger to collaborating in Cleveland. Cleveland and Brooklyn both have notorious thugs. Right now it’s the perfect time to introduce myself to a place I’ve never fought in before.”

On what he is looking to show in this fight… 

“Every single fight I have is a statement made. I feel like this is one of those things to show people why I am a champion. Even though I have this title, a real champion is someone who can defend it successfully.”

On what he is expecting come fight night… 

TheShu Shu Show is going to be bringing fireworks as everyone knows.”

On wanting to fight people in his weight class… 

At the end of the day, I just want to be the best. And I will be. I will be the first undisputed featherweight champion in this era. Put that in the history books.”

Carl Moretti, Vice President, Boxing Operations, Top Rank

On the importance of bringing a fight card of this caliber to Cleveland… 

“Top Rank has had a long history of building guys in their hometown and there is nothing better than doing that. There’s a lot of fireworks on July 4th, but the real fireworks will be inside at the Wolstein Center.”

On Tiger returning to Cleveland…

“He showed us something we haven’t seen before, but we knew he had it in him. There’s a reason why there’s a belt around his waist and he proved it.” 

On Top Rank’s young talent…

“For Tiger Johnson, he’s 17 and 0 coming off his best win, in a division where a lot of champions are not fighting and just talking off the internet, Tiger said I’m going to fight. Put in front of me whoever you want.”

Justin M. Bibb, Cleveland Mayor

On having championship boxing back in Cleveland…

“I feel really excited that we have the world’s youngest champ, defending his title in the great city of Cleveland. I’m excited to showcase that greatness lies in our city – it’s a dream come true as the mayor of this great city.”

On if he has been following Cleveland’s fighters’ careers…

“I remember watching the fight [Abdullah Mason vs. Sam Noakes] last year trying to find it online when you were fighting in the middle east. Cleveland has a long storied history of great boxers and I am excited to spread the excitement around the city as we prepare for July 4th.”

On building fighters in the city of Cleveland…

I think people don’t realize how Cleveland has influenced boxing and the sport of boxing for years, and now people are starting to notice. Especially come July 4th as we not only celebrate 250 years of America, but it’s also Cleveland’s 230th birthday. To the native sons of Cleveland – Abdullah and Tiger – I need you both to give me a win to celebrate Cleveland’s 230th birthday come July 4th.”




Abdullah Mason Returns Home for Lightweight World Title Defense against Joe Cordina July 4 at Cleveland State University’s Wolstein Center

CLEVELAND (May 5, 2026) — Boxing’s youngest world champion is set to make his first defense in front of a hometown crowd on the 250th anniversary of American independence as part of TNT Sports and DAZN’s inaugural The Fight event, a new monthly live boxing series.

Abdullah Mason will defend his WBO lightweight world title against Welsh former world champion Joe Cordina on Saturday, July 4 at Cleveland State University’s Wolstein Center.

The Fight: Mason vs. Cordina will be broadcast on TNT and DAZN co-exclusively in the US and on DAZN Worldwide.

In the co-feature, Bruce “Shu Shu” Carrington puts his WBC featherweight world title on the line against Mexico’s Rene Palacios.

Additionally, Cleveland native and U.S. Olympian Tiger Johnson takes on fellow unbeaten Christopher Guerrero in a 10-round welterweight battle.

And undefeated lightweight knockout artist Deric “Scooter” Davis (11-0, 10 KOs) returns in an eight-round clash against Carlos Ramos (18-4-1, 10 KOs).

The Mason-Cordina, Carrington-Palacios, Tiger-Guerrero and Davis-Ramos fights will be broadcast LIVE beginning at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.

Promoted by Top Rank, in association with Matchroom Boxing, tickets go on sale Friday, May 8, at 12 p.m. ET via Ticketmaster.com.

“This is a major moment for Abdullah Mason as he makes the first defense of his world title in front of his hometown fans,” said Top Rank President Todd duBoef. “Joe Cordina is a proven former world champion with the Olympic and professional experience to take him into deep waters. With Bruce Carrington defending his crown and Cleveland’s Tiger Johnson returning home as well, each against unbeaten contenders, this will be a special Independence Day celebration for the city and a fitting launch of TNT Sports and DAZN’s The Fightseries.”

Mason (20-0, 17 KOs) rose quickly from prospect to world champion. Following an amateur career of roughly 80 bouts, he debuted at 17 in November 2021. Four years later, he captured the WBO crown by dominating unbeaten Sam Noakes last November in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. That triumph capped a breakout 2025 that began with a fourth-round stoppage of Manuel Jaimes in February, followed by a sixth-round TKO over Carlos Ornelas in April, and a fifth-round destruction of Namibian veteran Jeremia Nakathila in June.

Mason said, “July 4th is the homecoming that my brothers and I have been anticipating since before we turned pro. I’m ready to experience all of my city’s support in one building, and I have an appetite for smoke. So if you love boxing and you’re ready for some smoke, then the Wolstein on July 4th is the place to be. It’s a cookout at the Wolstein, and the clock is ticking. You’re all invited to your world champion’s first homecoming, and you don’t want to miss it.”

Cordina (19-1, 9 KOs) enters his third lightweight assignment seeking a world title in a second weight class. The 34-year-old scored a highlight reel second-round knockout over Kenichi Ogawa to win the IBF title at 130 pounds in 2022 but was stripped before his first defense due to a hand injury. He regained it with a decision over Shavkatdzhon Rakhimov in 2023 before losing it to Anthony Cacace last May following a controversial knockdown after a punch during the break. The 2016 Olympian has since recorded victories over Jaret Gonzalez Quiroz and Gabriel Flores Jr. in Flores’ hometown.

Cordina said, “This is a massive test for me, but this it’s one that I’m more than capable of coming through with flying colors. Abdullah Mason is a very good fighter, and he’s going to do big things in boxing, but I’m going to mess up the homecoming. I’m looking to come over, rip the title away from him, and take it back to the U.K. It’s a massive fight for boxing, and I’m looking to become a three-time, two-weight world champion.” 

“This is such a great fight,” said Eddie Hearn, Chairman of Matchroom Sport. “Abdullah is a tremendous talent and a real star for the future, but Joe has been there, done it and got the t-shirt. Joe showed in California that he’s not afraid to fight in hostile territory and that he still has plenty left in the tank at the top level, and this is a massive chance for him to become a two-weight World champion. This is yet another fantastic fight on DAZN made by Top Rank and Matchroom, and this year, the Fourth of July fireworks will be coming from the Welsh Wizard.”

Carrington (17-0, 10 KOs) is Brownsville, Brooklyn’s latest world champion, following a path once traveled by the likes of Mike Tyson and Zab Judah. A four-year pro, his 2025 campaign produced a third-round stoppage of Jose Enrique Vivas in March and a unanimous points verdict over Mateus Heita in July to win the WBC interim title before becoming full champion with a brutal ninth-round stoppage of Carlos Castro in January. Palacios (19-0-1, 10 KOs) is a rugged Mexican contender who earned his first title opportunity with a decision win over common opponent Sulaiman Segawa.

Carrington said, “The Shu Shu Show is coming to Ohio for the first title defense! It’s The Shu World Order!”

Palacios said. “I’m very excited because, thank God, I now have the opportunity to fight for a world title. I’m not going to let this opportunity slip away. I made a promise to my mother that one day I would become a world champion, and I’m going to keep it. I know Carrington is a great fighter, and he’s proven that, but this time he’s facing someone different from what he saw against Sagawa.”

Tiger (17-0, 8 KOs) represented the U.S. at the 2020 Olympics and signed with Top Rank in November 2021. As a super lightweight, he compiled 14 wins before moving up to welterweight last year, where he registered wins over Kendo Castañeda and Tarik Zaina before delivering his most significant result to date, a fourth-round TKO of Nicklaus Flauz in November. Guerrero (16-0, 9 KOs is a Mexican born resident of Montreal, Canada who makes his U.S. debut after going 4-0 with two knockouts in 2025.

Tiger said, “We’re bringing fireworks to the Land of the Heartless. I’ve been waiting to fight at home for years, and I can’t wait to show out on July 4. Cleveland knows what I bring every time I step in the ring, and this is my moment to put my stamp on the city. I’m ready to represent the 216 and let everybody know who the next world champion from Cleveland is going to be.”

Guerrero said, “This is the moment I’ve been waiting for my whole life. It’s long overdue. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not here to collect a paycheck. I’m here to take what’s mine.”

Undercard action will feature two of Mason’s brothers in separate four-round fights, as Abdurrahman Mason(2-0, 2 KOs) sees action in a lightweight contest and Ibrahim Mason (2-0, 2 KOs) competes in a super featherweight bout.
 

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Jack Massey vs. Cheavon Clarke Revealed as Zuffa Boxing 07 Cruiserweight Co-Feature on Saturday, June 6

May 5, 2026 – British cruiserweight contenders Jack Massey and Cheavon Clarke will meet in a high-stakes showdown on Saturday, June 6, at Bournemouth International Centre in Bournemouth, England. The 10-rounder will serve as the co-feature to the previously announced Zuffa Boxing 07 main event between Bournemouth-born former world champion Chris Billam-Smith and Canadian KO artist Ryan Rozicki. 

Fans are encouraged to register their interest early for the best chance to secure tickets

via ZuffaBoxing.com. Tickets will go on sale at 10am BST on Friday, May 8 via

BIC.co.uk, while those who registered their interest early will get access at 10am BST

on Thursday, May 7.

The card will be broadcast live on Sky Sports in the UK and Ireland and will stream exclusively on Paramount+ in the U.S. and Canada. 

Massey (23-3, 13 KOs) is a former Commonwealth and European champion. A 13-year pro, he captured those titles in June 2024 with a decision over Isaac Chamberlain on the undercard of Billam-Smith’s  victory over Richard Riakporhe. Four months later, Massey challenged Jai Opetaia for the world title, putting forth a game effort before being stopped in round six. He rebounded from the Opetaia setback with a fourth-round TKO over Ivan Gabriel Garcia last November.

Clarke (11-2, 8 KOs) had a standout amateur career for Team GB, nabbing a silver medal at the 2017 European Games and a bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth Games. He turned pro in 2022 after competing at the Tokyo Olympics and won the British title in his ninth pro bout. Clarke is coming off a fourth-round KO over Anthony Holloway last December.

“Chev Clarke is a fight that really excites me,” Massey said. “Everyone loves a domestic clash, and this bout, live on Sky Sports, will propel me right back in the mix for another shot at the world title. Zuffa has a great plan for me, and it all starts here.”

Clarke said, “Thank you to my team and Zuffa for getting this over the line. This is a new chapter, and I’m ready to show the best of myself on Sky Sports.”

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BKFC ANNOUNCES LIBERTY BRAWL SET FOR FRIDAY, JULY 3 AT XFINITY MOBILE ARENA

Philadelphia, PA (May 4, 2026) Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), The World’s Fastest Growing Combat Sports Promotion, partnering with the City of Philadelphia has announced Liberty Brawl, their highly anticipated return to the Xfinity Mobile Arena on Friday, July 3.

In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the United States, marking the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and with Philadelphia playing host to six FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, BKFC will present another stellar card at Philly’s premier sports and entertainment venue.

Tickets for Liberty Brawl will go on-sale this Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. EDT and can be purchased online at BKFC.com. The Xfinity Mobile Arena is located at 3601 Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19149.

Liberty Brawl marks the third BKFC event at the Xfinity Mobile Arena; the previous two historical record setting sellouts taking place at KnuckleMania VI on January 25, 2025 (Attendance 17,762) and KnuckleMania VI on February 7, 2026 (Attendance 18, 217).

A full action-packed fight card for Liberty Brawl will be announced shortly.

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AUDIO: Benavidez – Ramirez Post Fight show




ERROL SPENCE JR. VS. TIM TSZYU LAS VEGAS PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES

LAS VEGAS – May 4, 2026 – Former unified world champion and pound-for-pound great Errol “The Truth” Spence Jr. and Australian superstar and former world champion Tim Tszyu went face to face for the first time on Saturday, at a press conference to officially announce their pivotal super welterweight showdown that headlines a PBC Pay-Per-View event available on Prime Video taking place Saturday, July 25 (U.S. date and time) from Australia.

This pivotal showdown between all-action fighters will see Spence’s return to the ring from a nearly three-year layoff as he looks to jump right back in the world title picture against Tszyu, who can jump start his attempt to return to world champion status with a win on July 25.

In addition to the PPV being available for purchase on Prime Video, regardless of Prime membership, fans will also be able to continue to access the telecast through traditional cable and satellite outlets, as well as PPV.com.

The event is promoted by No Limit Boxing and The Rose Brothers, Man Down Promotions and TGB Promotions.

Here is what the fighters had to say Saturday from Las Vegas:

ERROL SPENCE JR.

“Tszyu has been dismissive of me. He’s saying his little things about how he’s gonna retire me. At the end of the day, it’s a war. He’s coming to retire me and take my name. I’m coming to conquer his country. I’ll shake his hand after the fight, but right now it’s game time.

“I’ve got more energy and I’m gonna be mentally and physically better. I know why people will say what they’re gonna say, and I’d say the same if I was on the outside. But we’re gonna be putting on a good show.

“I’m always looking for a high and that’s why I wanted to go into a foreign territory with all these fans going against me. That’s gonna be a great moment.

“Of course there’s a little difficulty getting a rhythm down working with Ronnie Shields for the first time, but once you get that down, everything is good from that point. I feel like a kid again in school learning new tricks of the trade.

“There’s a first time for everything. I’m definitely looking forward to beating him in Australia and disappointing all those people.

“I’m taking it one fight at a time. I’m not mapping out anything. I’m going with the flow and enjoying the whole process. You have to live in the moment.

“I feel mentally sharper right now. This layoff gave me time to reflect a lot and recover. I’ve been boxing for a long time at the top level, ever since the amateurs. I needed this break. Even after my car accident, I never took a break. After the eye injury they told me I couldn’t work out, but I was still walking eight to 10 miles a day trying to keep my weight down. I enjoyed this layoff, because it gave me a lot of clarity. I feel rejuvenated.

“There’s no knock on Tszyu for losing to Sebastian Fundora. Fundora would be a hard opponent for anybody. He’s so tall and now he’s using his distance and his range. Tszyu put on a hard fight and never gave up.”

TIM TSZYU

“The question is, what does Errol Spence Jr. have in the tank after three years off? Our plan is to bring the heat and reintroduce him to the game right away.

“I wouldn’t take this fight if I thought I was gonna lose. If I had a glimpse of that thought, I wouldn’t be here. I’m taking this fight because I’m gonna win.

“I understand facing a volume punching southpaw from facing Fundora. I think Spence will be easier to hit. We’ll have a new game plan this time around and be ready for everything.

“I’m gonna bring it from round one. He’s the one who’s had three years off. I’m not rusty. My wheels are gonna be in motion. I’ll be ready to jump on him.

“My family is 55-0 in Australia, so I think it’s a big advantage. Numbers don’t lie and we’re gonna keep it going. It’s a massive fight in Australia and worldwide.

“I’ve got plenty in the tank. I feel like I’ve learned and experienced a lot in the last few years. Training in different places and fighting unorthodox type of fighters all give me an advantage.

“The biggest advantage to have Jeff Fenech as my trainer is that I’ll be training and fighting in Australia. Stylistically Jeff was an inside fighter who brings the heat and aggression, and that’s what I am. As much as I’ve tried to jab and box, I’m a forward fighting type of guy. I like to bring the heat and that’s what I plan to do in this fight.

“I’ve always been the type of guy who’s been willing to take fights anywhere. They’re calling this one of the biggest fights in Australian boxing history and that means a lot to me to have that type of accomplishment.”

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TEN BOUTS ADDED TO MOST VALUABLE PROMOTIONS’ MVPW-03 ON SATURDAY, MAY 30 AT EL PASO COUNTY COLISEUM,  LIVE ON ESPN AND THE ESPN APP

EL PASO, TEXAS – April 30, 2026 – Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) and ESPN today announced the full slate of undercard bouts for MVPW-03: Han vs. Holm 2 and Serrano vs. Hanson, taking place on Saturday, May 30 at the El Paso County Coliseum in El Paso, Texas, live on ESPN and the ESPN App. Joining the card will be MVP’s and Mexico’s #4 WBC, #6 WBO and #6 WBA contender Yesica Nery Plata (30?3, 3?KOs) vs. Coachella, California’s Brook Sibrian (9-2, 4 KOs) in an 8-round light flyweight bout at 108lbs, Boxlab Promotions’ Reina Tellez (13-1-1, 5 KOs) against a to-be-announced opponent in an 8-round bout at 126lbs, MVP’s and Houston’s Miranda Reyes (8-3-1, 3 KOs) vs. Italy’s Camilla Panatta (8-3-1, 1 KO) in an 8-round lightweight bout at 135lbs. Also on the card will be MVP’s Jocelyn Camarillo (6-0, 1 KO) vs. Mexico’s Yazmin Martinez (3-3-2, 1 KO) in a 6-round light flyweight bout at 108lbs, MVP’s 21x US national champion and amateur world champion Iyana “Roxy” Verduzco (7-0, 1 KO) vs. a to-be-announced opponent in an 8 round featherweight bout at 126lb, and MVP’s Elise Soto (10-0, 9 KOs) vs. at to-be-announced opponent in an 8 round featherweight bout at 126lbs. They are joined by MVP’s Alexis “Chop Chop” Chaparro (7-0, 6 KOs) vs. Edward Ulloa (15-7, 12 KOs) in 8 round middleweight bout and MVP’s 2x US national champion Alexander “The Alley Cat” Gueche (11-0, 7 KOs) vs. Texas prospect Joshua Montoya (7-4-2) in an 6-round super bantamweight bout at 122lbs. Rounding out the card will be WBA #3 and WBC #5 contender Nazarena Romero (14-1-2, 8 KOs) vs. a to-be-announced opponent in an 8-round super bantamweight bout at 122lbs, and Albina Moldazhanova (3-0, 3 KOs) vs. Claudia Herrera (5-6-1, 2 KOs) in a 6-round super lightweight bout at 140lbs. 

MVPW-03 is headlined by Stephanie Han vs. Holly Holm 2 for the WBA lightweight world title and Amanda Serrano vs. Cheyenne Hanson for the unified WBA and WBO featherweight world titles in the double main event, both 10-round championship bouts with three-minute rounds. Also on the main card will be MVP and Australia’s unified middleweight world champion Desley Robinson in a title defense vs. Canada’s former world champion Mary Spencer and MVP’s and Mexico’s WBC junior flyweight world champion Lourdes Juarez in a defense of her WBC title against MVP’s three-division champion Yokasta Valle as Valle steps up to fight for her seventh world title. MVPW on ESPN will always feature a main card composed entirely of female fighters, with an undercard including a mix of female and male bouts. MVPW-03 is part of MVPW, a new year-round global platform for women’s boxing from MVP, showcasing the sport’s most elite female fighters with championship bouts on every card. MVPW-03 will begin at 9pm ET / 7pm MT on ESPN. Tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster.com. All media wishing to be credentialed for MVPW-03 should apply for credentials HERE.

“This event is the embodiment of everything we set out to build with MVPW and El Paso is the perfect home for it as this event will be 100% sold out. Two current top ten pound-for-pound fighters and four world title fights with Amanda Serrano, Stephanie Han, Holly Holm, Desley Robinson, Lourdes Juarez, and Yokasta Valle all sharing the same card. That doesn’t happen anywhere else,” said Nakisa Bidarian and Jake Paul, co-founders of Most Valuable Promotions. “Beyond the main event, you have Mexico’s top contender Yesica Nery Plata returning as one of the best pound-for-pound fighters in the world, Reina Tellez first fight since her inspirational performance against Amanda Serrano, Miranda Reyes stepping up again after testing two world champions, Elise Soto, Alexis Chaparro, and Alexander Gueche continuing to climb, and the promotional debuts of Jocelyn Camarillo and Roxy Verduzco. Saturday, May 30th, El Paso, live on ESPN.”

Former unified world champion Yesica Nery Plata has ruled the light flyweight division as WBA and WBC unified world champion. Since turning pro in ?2011, she steadily climbed the ranks, winning the WBC Youth title in 2012 and defending it multiple times before stepping into world-level clashes. In March ?2022, Plata began her title run, dethroning longtime champion Yésica Bopp via split decision to claim the WBA title at 108lbs, ending Bopp’s 13-year reign with strong body work and well?timed left hooks. Her defining moment within the division came in January?2023 in Canada, where she successfully unified the WBA and WBC belts by defeating home favorite Kim Clavel in a fierce ten?round war—dictating the pace to earn a unanimous decision in what many hailed as one of the standout women’s fights of the year. She capped off her dominance with a successful split?decision title defense against undefeated Sarah Bormann in Karlsruhe, Germany in ?December?2023. Following a layoff, Plata return to the ring under the Most Valuable Promotions banner recognized as one of the top pound-for-pound women’s boxers in the world and is currently ranked #4 by the WBC, #6 by the WBO and WBA, and #3 by ESPN at 108lbs.

“I want to thank my fans for their support and for following my career, and most importantly, to my promoter MVP, to Jake Paul, Nakisa Bidarian, and everyone that works for the company for making all of this possible,” said Yesica Nery Plata. “You all know that team Plata is a guarantee for a good show, see you soon!”

Brook Sibrian, from Coachella, California earned the nickname “Mighty” during a national tournament. After becoming a first-generation college graduate and building a career at the Wall Street Journal, Brook discovered the sport through a fitness boxing class at 26 and fell for it immediately. What began as a hobby became a calling, giving her structure, discipline, purpose, and a deeper relationship with God. She compiled a 22-3 amateur record, won two USA Boxing National Championships, and represented El Salvador at the 2023 Central American Games. Early in her career, she trained alongside her idol Román “Chocolatito” González across multiple camps, which accelerated her development and shaped her foundation as an intelligent, high-output pressure fighter and boxer-puncher.

“God is so good! I’m feeling extremely grateful and excited to show the world who this small, but Mighty underdog is,” said Brook Sabrian. “Tune in on Saturday, May 30 on ESPN+ and don’t miss the show! Thank you MVP and my incredible team for making this possible!”

Reina Tellez, a Team USA veteran who took up boxing in 2012, quickly established herself among the elites of the amateur scene. Her accolades include winning gold at the 2015 and 2017 National Junior Olympics, winning the 2018 National Golden Gloves championship, and back-to-back silver medals at the 2018 and 2019 National Junior Olympics. After making her pro debut in 2021–the lone technical draw on her record–she returned to boxing in 2023 and began her rise, winning her next three bouts by TKO. In June 2024, Tellez defeated Hungarian prospect Beata Dudek on the undercard of Gervonta Davis vs Frank Martin in Las Vegas. Just three weeks later in July 2024, Tellez successfully outpointed Wendellin Cruz to win the vacant WBC Youth featherweight title by unanimous decision, before dropping down to win the NABF super bantamweight and bantamweight titles later that year. The 22-year-old Tellez, of Irish-Mexican heritage, most recently faced Amanda Serrano for the unified WBA and WBO world titles in January 2026, with Serrano winning by decision. She resides in San Antonio, Texas and is represented by Boxlab Promotions.

Born in El Paso and raised in Northside Houston, Texas by a hard-working Mexican-American family, 24-year-old Miranda Reyes has built her professional career facing some of the sport’s most respected names, including MVP’s unified lightweight world champion Caroline Dubois and MVP’s WBA lightweight world champion Stephanie Han. Reyes turned pro at 17 without an amateur background, guided by former trainer Hector Rocha, whose belief in her talent and style shaped her confidence until his passing from COVID-19 in 2020. Since, Reyes has consistently given world champions tough tests despite limited guidance, including defeating Hall of Famer Jaime Clampitt in 2022 and former world champion Yazmin Rivas in 2023, before challenging Caroline Dubois for the IBO lightweight title at Wembley Stadium in 2024 and now-WBA world champion Stephanie Han later that year. Reyes recently found structure and support in a new team, priming her to fully pursue the career she always knew she was meant to have. She most recently won by UD on MVP’s Most Valuable Prospects 16 in October 2025. 

“This is just another fight for me. I’m here to prove that I’m staying at the top of my division,” said Miranda Reyes. “Fighting in my state of Texas again with MVP is an exclamation mark!”

Camilla Panatta is a skilled Italian southpaw whose discipline, international experience, and well-rounded style have established her as a respected contender. Born in Latina, Italy and now based in West Palm Beach, Florida, she has built an 8-3-1 record while competing in the US, Europe and Mexico since turning pro in 2021. Panatta was selected as a primary sparring partner for undisputed champion Katie Taylor during Taylor’s high-profile camps for the Amanda Serrano mega-fights, including their historic Madison Square Garden bout. Serving as Taylor’s first choice across multiple camps reflects Panatta’s technical quality, toughness, and ability to mirror elite styles with accuracy with championship-level preparation. Panatta speaks English and Spanish in addition to her native Italian. Panatta previously won the WBC Latin featherweight title, challenged for the WBA Gold featherweight title, and competed in Team Combat League as part of the Boston Butchers roster. She most recently challenged Caroline Dubois for the WBC lightweight title on MVP’s Jake vs. Joshua in December 2025.

“I feel very fortunate to have another opportunity with MVP and I’m also grateful to them,” said Camila Panatta. “There are no easy fights, but after the December fight vs Dubois, my vision is clearer than ever. I know I’m going to face a very good opponent, but I’m confident of my own level and what I’ve grown after that fight. It will be a war!”

MVP’s Jocelyn Camarillo is a 3x amateur national champion, former #1-ranked US amateur in the light flyweight division, and a proud training partner for Team USA Youth & Elite. She proudly represents Indio, California as one of the brightest young talents coming out of the Coachella Valley boxing community. Jocelyn grew up watching boxing and developed a natural passion that eventually led her to train at the historic Coachella Valley Boxing Club, where she built a strong amateur foundation and sharpened her skills among some of the region’s best athletes. Known for her speed, accuracy, and high-IQ pressure style, Jocelyn has quickly developed a reputation as a disciplined athlete with true star potential. Both inside and outside the ring, she brings charisma, professionalism, and a growing fanbase that continues to follow her journey. As she enters the next chapter of her career with MVP, standing 5-0 on her pro career, Jocelyn is focused, hungry, and ready to take on bigger challenges. 

“I know what she brings, I just bring more,” said Jocelyn Camarillo. “On Saturday, May 30th, I’m not just showing up, I’m showing out. Don’t blink!”

Yazmin Martínez Jiménez is a professional boxer based in Mexico City. Boxing began as an obligation when she was 14, but over time, Martinez fell in love with the sport and decided to dedicate her life to it. That commitment translated into a strong amateur run of 30 fights with only 2 losses, setting the foundation for her professional career. She is managed by Ignacio Berinstain Rocha and trained by Erick Pérez Miranda. In the ring, Yazmin describes her style as aggressive and pressure-based — always fighting forward. 

Iyana “Roxy” Verduzco is an undefeated pro boxer from Los Angeles, California. A skilled boxer-puncher and southpaw, Verduzco is recognized for her high boxing IQ, sharp timing, and quickness, training at Wild Card Boxing Club under coaches Gloria Alvarado and Marvin Somodio. Verduzco began boxing at just four years old and had her first fight at eight, building an exceptional amateur career that included 108 fights. She became a 21x national champion and amateur world champion, qualifying for the 2019 Olympic Trials. Coming from four generations of fighters, Verduzco draws inspiration from her uncle, undefeated kickboxer Benny “The Jet” Urquidez, and her mother, who introduced her to boxing and is her greatest motivation. Outside the ring, Verduzco, a dual citizen of Mexico and the United States, enjoys traveling and reading, owns a coffee truck, and is currently learning piano.

“Fighting under MVP and representing Los Angeles means a lot to me,” said Roxy Verduzco. “To do it alongside some of the top female superstars in the sport makes this moment even bigger. I’m ready to perform.”

Elise Soto is a 20-year-old Poughkeepsie, New York–born fighter defined by discipline, humility, and purpose, with deep Puerto Rican roots passed down through generations on her father’s side and a multicultural heritage shaped by her Mexican and French lineage through her mother. Introduced to boxing by her mother, Soto immediately found her calling despite excelling in other elite sports, committing fully to the art of boxing and the advancement of women in athletics. She began boxing at 16 and quickly rose through the U.S. amateur ranks, competing in five national tournaments, earning four silver medals, and advancing to the Olympic Trials with her mother in her corner. Guided by Amanda Serrano and Jordan Maldonado, she turned professional shortly thereafter and now trains under renowned coach Shaun George alongside Serrano and Maldonado, accelerating her growth in the ring. Outside of boxing, Soto works within her family business, Fitness Superstore USA, and is building her own fitness brand. She is deeply committed to philanthropy, focused on serving youth, individuals with disabilities, including work with the Special Olympics, and underserved communities, and is driven by faith, family, and a belief that boxing is her platform to create lasting impact. She is currently the WBO #1 and IBF #7 contender at 130lbs. 

“I’m so blessed and super excited to get back in the ring. I have the absolute best management team who encouraged me to open my own gym and I did. It feels phenomenal to train and prepare in my own gym,” said Elise Soto. “This upcoming fight doesn’t happen without MVP. Being signed with the best company in boxing completes the most amazing team a fighter could have. I’m honored to fight on an amazing card alongside great fighters and on the best network ever on ESPN. Can’t wait to give everyone an exciting fight to watch and showcase for women’s boxing.”

MVP’s undefeated Alexis “Chop Chop” Chaparro is a 25-year-old rising contender raised in Ridgewood, New York, competed at both the 2020 and 2024 USA Boxing Olympic trials. The gifted Puerto Rican athlete is also a high fashion model, having worked for Versace, Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana, Giorgio Armani, and Polo Ralph Lauren, among others. Chaparro landed a sensational first-round KO win in his pro debut on Most Valuable Prospects 6 in April 2024, before scoring a stunning second-round knockout win on the preliminary card of MVP’s Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry in July 2024. He also earned a first-round TKO victory on MVP’s Most Valuable Prospects 9 in Puerto Rico in October 2024, and knocked out Daijohn Gonzalez on Most Valuable Prospects 13 in June 2025. Chaparro most recently knocked out then-undefeated prospect David Gutierrez on Most Valuable Prospects 16 in October 2025.

“I’m super excited to be back in the ring,” said Alex Chaparro. “El Paso, Texas, I’m coming with skill, power, and one goal—dominate.”

Edward Ulloa Díaz is a professional boxer based in the Bronx, New York. He started boxing at 12, drawn to the sport by its independence: in the ring, everything depends on him. That self-reliance shaped a long amateur career of 52 wins and 12 losses, and it continues to define how he approaches the professional ranks. In the ring, Ulloa describes his style as well-rounded, a highly-adaptable fighter.

“I’m grateful for the opportunity and I’m happy MVP will let me showcase myself against Chaparro,” said Edward Ulloa. “He is a very good boxer, smart and strong, but I have a lot of experience and nothing he can do will deter me from winning that night.”

MVP’s 2x US national amateur champion and rising bantamweight star Alexander “The Alley Cat” Gueche also joins the card. Fighting out of Long Beach, California, by way of Harbor City, California, Gueche most recently extended his undefeated streak with a UD win over Mario Alberto Diaz Maldonado in March 2026. With his ability to combine pinpoint precision and knockout power, Gueche has solidified his place as one of boxing’s most exciting young talents.

“This is exactly the stage I’ve been working so hard for in camp,” said Alex Gueche. “ESPN, a card stacked with champions, the whole sport watching.  I’m grateful to MVP for the platform, and on Saturday, May 30th I’m coming to El Paso to make sure nobody forgets my name when the lights go up on the headliners.”

San Antonio, Texas prospect Joshua Montoya gave himself the nickname “Spotlight” as a kid, a natural fit for someone who’s always thrived as an entertainer. Friends shortened it to “Spotty”, and the name has stuck ever since. Joshua started in MMA before transitioning to boxing at 15, logging roughly 30 amateur bouts on his way to the professional ranks. In the ring, Joshua has a fast, agile, and quick style built on movement and precision. Outside the ring, he dances, sings, streams, and creates content. 

“I’m thankful for the opportunity to show why I’m called ‘Spotlight’ on MVP,” said Joshua Montoya. “I’m not only a fighter, I’m an entertainer. I’m putting belt to ass on Saturday, May 30th.”

Nazarena Romero is a former WBA world champion recognized for her aggressive, high-pressure, and grueling fighting style. Romero won the vacant WBA world title in August 2024, defeating Paulette Valenzuela Cuesta by 9th round TKO to claim the belt. Romero lost her world title to Mayelli Flores via split decision in May 2025 in a closely contested bout. She also holds a notable draw against former world champion Erika Cruz, further underscoring her ability to compete at the elite level.

Albina Moldazhanova is a Russian boxer from a small settlement in Siberia called Demyanka. As an adult, she moved to the city of Tyumen, and was selected for the national boxing team. As a member of the national team, she won the Russian Youth championship, won the Russian championship, won the European Youth Championship and later became a silver medalist at the European Championships. In 2025, she earned a medal at the World Championships before turning pro. The 24-year-old now has three pro fights under her belt, with a perfect 3-0, 3 KO record. She finished two of three pro fights to date by knockout, with her opponent retiring on her stool to end the other.

“I have had 3 fights, all of which I finished early,” said Albina Moldazhanova. “I aim to continue my winning streak, demonstrate my strong Siberian character, and prove to myself and to the world that the impossible is possible.”

Claudia Herrera comes to the ring from Jesús María, Aguascalientes, Mexico. The 34-year-old most recently went the distance against Sarah French in March 2026.

For more information, follow on X via @MostVPromotions, on Instagram via @MostValuablePromotions.

About MVP

Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) was founded in August 2021 by Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian with a fighter first ethos. Since inception, MVP has produced 30 live boxing events, currently promotes nearly 60 fighters, 16 world champions, and 26 top contenders.

MVP has led boxing’s evolution in the streaming era through partnerships with the world’s leading platforms. In November 2024, MVP’s Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson and Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 2 was the first-ever live professional sports event streamed on Netflix. Paul vs. Tyson shattered records, becoming the most-streamed sporting event of all time with 125 million live viewers worldwide. MVP went on to partner with Netflix twice in 2025 for MVP’s Taylor vs. Serrano 3 and Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day.

Today, MVP is the global home of women’s boxing. MVP’s Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano in 2022 was the first female fight to headline Madison Square Garden, while Taylor vs. Serrano 2 in 2024 saw 74 million viewers globally on Netflix and became the most-watched professional women’s sports event in US history with 47 million AMA in the US. Their 2025 trilogy on Netflix topped an all-women’s megacard that set the official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the most world championship belts ever contested on a single fight card, male or female, with 17 world titles, earning nearly 6 million viewers globally. 

About ESPN

ESPN offers its full suite of networks and services directly to fans on the ESPN App, providing more choice, flexibility and access to all of ESPN, including more than 47,000 live events per year, on-demand replays, industry-leading studio shows and original programming, and more. The ESPN App gives fans a unique viewing experience that includes multiview and synchronized two-screen viewing options, swipe-able vertical video and a personalized SportsCenter For You, as well as integrated game stats, ESPN Fantasy sports, betting odds and information from DraftKings, sports merchandise, and more. These features are available to all fans who watch on the ESPN App on mobile and connected TV devices, whether they subscribe directly or through a pay TV package. Bundling options available for fans include a limited time offer for the ESPN DTC Unlimited plan with Disney+ and Hulu for $29.99/month for the first 12 months. For more visit stream.espn.com.




VIDEO: Benavidez – Ramirez Post Fight show




WBA Orders Mandatory Bout Between Santiago and Kira

The Championships Committee of the World Boxing Association (WBA) has officially ordered the mandatory bout between light flyweight champion René Santiago and the division’s top-ranked contender, Daiya Kira.

The pioneer sanctioning body has issued formal notification to the respective teams of both fighters, granting a thirty (30) day negotiation period to reach terms for the bout. Said period will expire on June 2, 2026.

Pursuant to Championship Rule C.10, a champion is required to defend the title against the next leading available contender within one hundred twenty (120) days from the date the title was obtained.

In Santiago’s case, the title was won on December 17, 2025. Accordingly, the mandatory defense has been overdue since April 16, 2026, and he is therefore required to face Kira.

Furthermore, under WBA Rule C.13 —Bout Limitations—, a champion may not engage in a contest against a boxer who is not the official challenger within sixty (60) days following the expiration of the mandatory defense period.

The negotiation period shall commence from the moment the official communication was sent to both camps. Should the parties fail to reach an agreement within the established timeframe, or if either party refuses to execute the contract, the WBA shall reserve the right to proceed to a purse bid in accordance with its internal regulations.




AUDIO: The Boxing Hour: EP 94-w/Cobia Breedy




OLEKSANDR USYK VS RICO VERHOEVEN ‘GLORY IN GIZA’ TICKETS ON SALE NOW FOR HISTORIC UNDISPUTED CLASH IN EGYPT – LIVE ON DAZN

Tickets for the undisputed clash between Oleksandr Usyk and Rico Verhoeven, titled ‘Glory in Giza’ are on sale now for what is set to be one of the most historic sporting events ever staged.

Set against the extraordinary backdrop of the Pyramids of Giza, the event presents a truly rare sporting occasion, a once-in-a-lifetime setting for a clash of champions. 

Unified Heavyweight Champion Usyk (24–0, 15 KOs) meets kickboxing legend Verhoeven on Saturday, May 23, with the WBC Heavyweight Title on the line, broadcast globally on DAZN.

Ahead of the main event, there will be a stacked undercard featuring Hamzah Sheeraz (22–0–1) vs Alem Begic (29–0–1) for the vacant WBO Super Middleweight Title. Sheeraz returns for his first fight of 2026 following a fifth-round knockout of Edgar Berlanga last July.

Jack Catterall (32–2–0) meets unbeaten Uzbek Shakhram Giyasov (17–0–0) for the WBA Regular World Title, coming o? a win over Ekow Essuman last November.

Frank Sanchez (25–1) takes on unbeaten Olympic silver medallist Richard Torrez Jr. (14–0), defending his WBC Americas and WBO NABO Titles.

Ring Magazine Female Fighter of the Year Mizuki Hiruta (10–0) defends her Ring and WBO Titles against Mai Soliman (10–1). It marks her seventh straight WBO defence and first bout on a major card.

Undefeated Ukrainian Daniel Lapin (13-0) will defend his WBA, WBO and IBF Intercontinental Light Heavyweight Ttles against Benjamin Mendes Tani (9-1), whilst Basem Mamdouh (10–2) faces unbeaten American Jamar Talley (6–0) on home soil.

Up and coming Saudi prospect Sultan Almohammed (3-0) continues his run on major undercards with a bout against Indonesian Featherweight Dedy Imprax (2-4).

Emerging Egyptian talent is also featured, with Mahmoud Mobark vs Ali Sserunkuma and Omar Hikal vs Michael Kalyalya.

Tickets are available now at: https://tazkarti.co/GloryInGiza




FOLLOW BENAVIDEZ – RAMIREZ LIVE

Follow all the action as Gilberto Ramirez defends the Unified Cruiserweight title against David Benavidez.  The card begins at 8 PM ET and will feature the WBA Super Middleweight title bout between Armando Resendiz and Jaime Munguia

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12 ROUNDS–WBA/WBO CRUISERWEIGHT TITLES–GILBERTO RAMIREZ (48-1, 30 KOS) VS DAVID BENAVIDEZ (31-0, 25 KOS)
ROUND 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 TOTAL
RAMIREZ 9 9 9 8 9 66
BENAVIDEZ 10 10 10 10 10 50

Round 1: Jab from Benavidez..Right hand backs Ramirez Up..right and left…Body shot from Ramirez,,,Blisteing combo from Benavidez

ROUND 2 Body shot and straight right from Benavidez..Right from Ramirez,,Body shot..Nice left hook from Benavidez…Jab From Ramirez..Jab from Benavidez..Left Hook..Body shot from Ramirez,,

ROUND 3 Left hook and right from Benavidez..Left..Right hook from Ramirez…Counter Hooks by both..Left hook frm Benavidez..Right

ROUND 4 Nice left from Benavidez..Left from Ramirez..Left hook to body from Benavidez..Nice Jab from Ramirez..Left from Benavidez..Big right rocks Ramirez…Blisteing shots and DOWN GOES RAMIREZ

ROUND 5 Speed Flurry from Benavidez..Double left hook..2 uppercuts..2 rights..body..Jab and combo from Ramirez

ROUND 6 Ramirez lands a body shot..Upprcut and body …2 lefts from Benavdiez,,Left from Ramirez…Right from Nenavidez…BODY SHOT AND DOWN GOES RAMIREZ,,,,THE FIGHT IS OVER

12 ROUNDS–WBA SUPER MIDDLEWEIGHT TITLE–ARMANDO RESENDIZ (16-2, 11 KOS) VS JAIME MUNGUIA (45-2, 32 KOS)
ROUND 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 TOTAL
RESENDIZ 9 9 9 10 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 109
MUNGUIA* 10 10 10 9 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 119

ROUND 1 Left hook from Munguia..Overhand right from Resendiz..Left hook from Munguia..Jab…

ROUND 2 Jab from Munguia…Hard Right..Right from Resendiz

ROUND 3  Right from Resendiz…Combination from Munguia…Body shot..Right from Resendiz..Left hook from Mungua..Jab to the body..Left Hook..Left Hook..

ROUND 4 Right to head from Munguia..Combination from Resendiz…Left hook from Munguia,..Right from Rsendiz..Combination from Mungua..Right and jab from Resendiz..

ROUND 5 Left hook to body from Munguia..Jab from both..Jab to body Munugia,,Right..6 uppercuts from Resendiz..Combination from Munguia..Right uppercut and left to the body

ROUND 6 Right uppercut and body shot from Munguia…

Round 7 Jab from Munguia..Body shot…Thudding shots

ROUND 8 Right uppercut and left hook from Munguia

ROUND 9 Ripping left hooks from Munguia..Big right from Resendiz

ROIMD 10 Munguia lands a uppercut..Right from Resendiz..Rught uppercut and left to the body from Munguia..

ROUND 11 Right from Munguia

ROUND 12 Hard left hook buckles a staggers Resendiz..Tremendous Action

117-111, 119-108 and 120 FOR JAIME MUNGUIA

12 rounds–Super Lightweights–Oscar Duarte (36-2-1, 23 KOs) vs Angel Fierro (23-4-2, 18 KOs)
ROUND R1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 TOTAL
Duarte* 10 10 10 10 10 9 9 9 10 87
Fierro 9 9 9 9 9 10 10 10 9 84

Round 1: Jab from Duarte
Round 2 Body Duarte
Round 3 Conbinbation from Duarte
Round 4 Body shot from Duarte…Big left and down Goes Fierro after the bell
Round 5 Big shots from Duarte
Round 6 Big flurry from Fierro
Round 7 Hard right from Fierro
Round 8 Chopping right from Duarte…3 Jabs from Fierro
Round 9 Left hook from Duarte…Right from Fierro…Left from Duarte..Left to the body…Left to body
Round 10
Round 12
Duarte lands a right…Right from Fierro…3 punch combination

115-113 DUARTE…116-112 FIERRO….116-112 DUARTE

!0 Rounds–Super Bantamweights–Jorge Chavez (15-0-1, 8 KOs) vs Jose Tito Sanchez (15-0, 9 KOs)
ROUND 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 TOTAL
Chavez 10 10 9 10 9 9 9 9 10 85
Sanchez* 10 10 10 9 10 10 10 10 9 TKO 88

Round 1 Sanchez lands a body shot..Chavez lands a body shot
Round 2 Nice Body shot from Sanchez..Right from Chavez..Right uppercut from Sanchez…Chopping right from Chavez
Round 3 Body shot from Sanchez…Right uppercut on inside from Chavez,,Left to head from Sanchez…Right from Chavez..Body shot by Sanchez..Right uppercut on inside…Left uppercut from Chavez..
Round 4 Counter right from Chavez..Left hook from Chavez
Round 5 Left from Sanchez on the inside..2 lefts…Right from Chavez…2 lefts from Sanchez..Chavez lands a right
Round 6 Body shots from Sanxhez..Right to head..
Round 7 Sanchez lands a flurry at the end of the round
Round 8 Left for Sanchez
Round 9 Chavez lands a combination…right uppercut on inside…right from Sanchez..Toe to  toe war
Round 10 Right from Chavez…BIG LEFT FROM SANCHEZ AND DOWN GOES CHAVEZ…BIG RIGHT AND DOWN GOES CHAVEZ…FIGHT IS OVER

10 Rounds–Super feathweweights–Isaac Lucero (18-0, 14 KOs) vs Ismal Flores (17-1-1, 13 KOs) 
ROUND 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 TOTAL
Lucero 9 9 10 10 9 10 9 9 9 9 93
Flores* 10 10 9 9 10 9 10 10 10 10 97

Round 1 Big right from Flores…Hard right…Punishing Lucero on the ropes…
Round 2 Lucero is cut around his right eye…Right from Flores…Left hook
Round 3 Left from Lucero…Right to the head,,Jab…Right from Flores
Round 4 Right from Lucero..Chopping right and left..Jab from Flores…Big right from Lucero..
Round 5 Flores lands a hard uppercut..Right..Lucero lands a body shot and lead right..Jab from Flores
Round 6 Overhand right from Lucero…
Round 7 Right from Flores…
Round 8 Right from Flores…Counter right…Right on the inside…
Round 9 Flurry from Flores…
Round 10 Counter right from Flores..Left..Jab…Hard right

98-92 TWICE AND 99-91 FOR FLORES




ERROL SPENCE JR. MAKES HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED RETURN IN 154-POUND SHOWDOWN AGAINST AUSTRALIAN SUPERSTAR TIM TSZYU HEADLINING PBC PAY-PER-VIEW EVENT ON PRIME VIDEO SATURDAY, JULY 25

AUSTRALIA – May 2, 2026 – Former unified three-belt world champion Errol “The Truth” Spence Jr. will make his much-anticipated return to the ring in a high-stakes super welterweight showdown against Australian superstar and former 154-pound world champion Tim Tszyu on Saturday, July 25 headlining a PBC Pay-Per-View event available on Prime Video in U.S. primetime from Australia.

A staple atop pound-for-pound lists throughout his legendary run through the welterweight division, Spence will return to action for the first time in nearly three years when he takes on the former WBO 154-pound champion Tszyu, who’s never lost on his home soil and who hopes to put himself back in world title contention with a career-best victory.

In addition to the PPV being available for purchase on Prime Video, regardless of Prime membership, fans will also be able to continue to access the telecast through traditional cable and satellite outlets, as well as PPV.com.

The event is promoted by No Limit Boxing and The Rose Brothers, Man Down Promotions and TGB Promotions. Undercard bouts will be announced soon.

“Boxing is better when Errol Spence Jr. is in the ring and on July 25 he has the opportunity to prove that he’s still one of the best fighters in the sport by going on the road to take down the hometown favorite and always dangerous Tim Tszyu,” said Tom Brown, President of TGB Promotions. “These fighters are each known for their all-action styles and will step in there highly motivated to return to their championship status. It’s a can’t-miss PBC Pay-Per-View on Prime Video with the winner in prime position to ascend to the top of the star-studded 154-pound division.”

“Make no mistake, this is absolutely huge,” said No Limit Boxing CEO George Rose. “A truly global event that delivers exactly what boxing fans deserve right now. You’ve got Errol Spence Jr., one of the biggest names of this era, stepping into Tim Tszyu’s backyard, where he remains undefeated. This fight has been building for a long time, with plenty said along the way, and neither fighter has ever taken a backward step. We’ve seen fighters come to Australia talking a big game before and every single one of them has come unstuck. It is a different kind of pressure in Australia when the whole country gets behind you like they do with Tim.

“It’s elite versus elite, a genuine crossroads fight where the winner does not just win, they once again become the main man in a stacked division. This is a fight that defines legacies and I can’t wait to host it in Australia.”

**ERROL SPENCE JR. VS. TIM TSZYU**

One of the best style matchups that can be made at 154-pounds, July 25 will see the former WBC, WBA and IBF Welterweight World Champion Errol “The Truth” Spence Jr. step into the ring for the first time since dropping a 2023 mega-fight against Terence Crawford, as he takes on the Australian superstar Tim Tszyu, who can earn another world title opportunity with a third-consecutive victory in this pivotal showdown.

Born in Long Island, N.Y., the 36-year-old Spence (28-1, 22 KOs) was and raised in Desoto, Texas where he embarked on an accolade-laden amateur career that culminated with him as a member of the 2012 U.S. Olympic team that competed in London, England. He went back to England and won his first welterweight championship when he traveled to Sheffield to meet local favorite and IBF Champion Kell Brook in 2017, stopping Brook in round 11. While a detached retina scuttled plans to meet Manny Pacquiao in a 2021 showdown, Spence wasn’t going to be denied as he defeated Yordenis Ugas, who bested Pacquiao as a replacement for Spence, to win the WBA title with a resounding TKO on April 16, 2022. No stranger to defying adversity, Spence has displayed mental toughness inside and outside of the ring, surviving a horrific car crash in 2019 and the detached retina in 2021. Flouting both the odds and other’s expectations, Spence came back to not only defend his title but added even more titles to his trophy case.

“I’m grateful to be back,” said Spence. “I took time away to live in the moment, travel and to give my family my full attention. I got to enjoy the rewards of my hard work with the people who matter most. Now I’m locked back in.

“Three years away from the sport changed my perspective completely. I’ve grown mentally and physically sharper, and I’m more disciplined and locked in with a deeper level of appreciation.

I chose to come back in his hometown for a reason. No tune-ups. No easy road I’m stepping straight into his backyard into the fire because that’s where I do my best work. On July 25th, I’m not aiming to make a return. I’m making a statement.”

The 31-year-old Tszyu (27-3, 18 KOs) will enter this fight off back-to-back victories, having scored a unanimous decision over Denis Nurja in April on Prime Video. He had previously dominated Anthony Velazquez last December, five months after dropping the second of two memorable contests against current WBC Super Welterweight World Champion Sebastian Fundora. Tszyu came into the first Fundora fight off a red-hot 2023 campaign that saw him elevated to world champion at 154-pounds while defeating former world champion Tony Harrison, top contender Brian Mendoza and former title challenger Carlos Ocampo. A native of Sydney, Australia, Tszyu made his U.S debut against U.S. Olympian Terrell Gausha in March 2022, earning a unanimous decision. Tszyu grew up playing soccer, but soon gravitated toward boxing. The decision led to him following in the legendary footsteps of his father, Kostya, who was an undisputed 140-pound champion.

“They call him ‘The Truth’, the ‘Big Fish.’ I’ve always said I’m hunting the biggest fights and biggest names and now I’ve got one right in front of me,” said Tszyu. “I’ve kept the receipts from everything he’s said about me – the tweets, the doubt, all of it. This motivates me even more to knock him out. I respect what Errol Spence Jr. has done in this sport, but that was then.

“While he’s been staying away, I’ve been in the fire. I’ve taken my hits, I’ve learned the hard way, and I know I’ve come back better. I’m ready to retire him. I’m undefeated at home and he’s stepping into my backyard. While he’s trying to prove he’s still there, I’m about to prove that ‘The Truth’ was a lie all along.”

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In round three, Ayton suffered a cut from her forehead.

Burrows Decisions Howells in Debut

Harley Burrows won a four-round decision over Lewis Howells in a middleweight bout.

In round two, Burrows dropped Howells with a right hook.

Burrows, 163.35 lbs of Wisbeach, ENG won by a 40-35 score and is 1-0. Howells, 166.55 lbs of Stafford Upon Avon, ENG is 3-8.

Ryan Stops Hopewell in 2

Shannon Ryan scored a highlight-reel second round knockout over Nicola Hopewell in round two of their 10-round super flyweight bout.

In round one, Hopewell started to swell under her left eye. In round two, Ryan uncorked a huge overhand right to the head that put Hopewell down and the towel came flying in which caused the stoppage at 1:01.

Ryan, 114.5 lbs of Watford, ENG is 11-1 with two knockouts. Hopewell, 113 lbs of Northshire, ENG is 8-2.

Junaid Bostan won an eight-round decision over Mohammad Graich in a super welterweight fight.

Bostajn, 158 lbs of South Yorkshire, ENG won by an 80-72 score and is now 11-1-1. Graich, 156.8 lbs of Verona, ITA is 12-5-1.

Louie Ward won a four-round decision over Jesus Carrasco in a super featherweight bout.

Ward, 132,9 lbs of Essex, ENG won by a 40-36 score and is 2-0. Carrasco, 131.5 lbs of Madrid, SPA is 2-4-2.




Naoya Inoue Decisions Nakatani

Naoya Inoue retained the Undisputed Super Bantamweight Title with a 12-round unanimous decision over Junto Nakatani in front of over 55,000 fans at the Tokyo Dome.

The long awaited mega fight was void of sustainable action over the first half of the fight. In that time Inoue was able to build a small leas as he was a bit more active especially with his counter right hand.

In round seven, Nakatani began to bleed from his nose. The two took turns winning rounds as the fight developed into more of a boxing match than the high action slugfest that many expected. Nakatani had some good moments in the later rounds, but was sowed by a headbutt in round 10 that caused a bad cut over his left eye. Inoue showed his championship mettle down the stretch as he was able to box well down the stretch and win by scores of 116-112 twice and 115-113.

Inoue now is 33-0, while Nakatani falls to 32-1.

Takuma Inoue Decisions Ioka

Takuma Inoue defended the WBC Bantamweight title with a 12-round unanimous decision over four-division world champion Kazuto Ioka.

At the end of round two, Inoue landed a counter right hand that set off four flush shots that was capped off by an uppercut that put Ioka down. Early in round three, another uppercut on the chin put Ioka down again.

Inoue of Yokohama, JAP won by scores of 118-108, 119-107 and 120-106 and is now 22-2. Ioka of Tokyo is 32-5-1.




FOLLOW INOUE – NAKATANI LIVIE

Follow all the action as Naoya Inoue and Junto Nakatani square off in a mega fight for the Undisputed Super Bantamweight Championship

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12 ROUNDS–UNDISPUTED SUPER BANTAMWEUIGHT TITLE–NAOYA INOUE (32-0, 27 KOS) VS JUNTO NAKATANI (32-0, 24 KOS)
ROUND 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 TOTAL
INOUE 10 10 10 10 9 9 10 10 9 9 10 9 115
NAKATANI 9 9 9 9 10 10 9 9 10 10 9 10 112

Round 1: Jab from Inoue..Jab from Nakatani…Right from Inoue..Jab to Body

ROUND 2 Jab from Nakatani..Body shot from Inoue

ROUND 3 Jab from Nakatani…another one…Right from Inoue..Right…Good body shot

ROUND 4 Good shots Inoue..Left from Nakatani..

ROUND 5 Left from Nakatani..Right from Inoue…Nakatani lands a couple of body shots..Jab from Inoue

ROUND 6 Jab from Nakatani..Jab from Inoue…Jab from Nakatani..

ROUND 7 Combination from Nakatani…Inoue lands a right…Blood from the nose of Nakatani..Right from Inoue..

ROUND 8 Left from Nakatani..Jab from Inoue..Right..Jab…Combination from Nakatani

ROUND 9 Combination MakatanI..Combination..Right from Inoue..Uppercut from Nakatani..

ROUND 10 Combination from Inoue…Left from Nakatani..3 head shots..Clash of heads opens up cut over left eye of Nakatani…Right from Inoue

ROUND 11 Right from Inoue…Counter Uppercut..Right

ROUND 12 Left from Nakatani

116-112, 115-113 and 116-112 FOR INOUE




Erdenebat Decisions Breedy

Tsendbaatar Erdenebat won a 10-round unanimous decision over Cobia Breedy in a super featherweight bout at Live! Casino Hotel in Hanover, Maryland.

In round five, Erdenbat dropped Breedy with a right-left-right combination.

In round eight, Btreedy was bleeding from the mouth.

Erdenebat landed 272 of 790 punches. Breedy was 124 of 569.

Erdenebat, 129.2 lbs of Paramount, CA won by scores of 100-89 twice and 99-90 and is now 15-0. Breedy, 129.6 lbs of Laurl, MD is 18-2.

Francois Scarbro Jr. remained undefeated as he pounded out a 10-round unanimous decision over Maxwell Montes in a super feat weight bout.

Sacarboro landed 199 of 643 punches. Montes was 102 of 420.

Scarboro, 159.4 lbs of Cleverlym, MD won by scores of 99-91 and 98-92 twice and is now 14-0. Montes, 1530.2 lbs of Managua, NIC is 13-5-1.

David Whitmire remained undefeated with a eight-round unanimous decision over Julio Luis Sanchez in a welterweight bout.

Whitmire landed 220 of 623 punches. Sanchez was 99 of 498.

Whitmire, 149 lbs of Washington, DC is won by scores of 80-72, 79-73 and 77-75 and is now 12-0. Sanchez, 150.6 lbs of Albuquerque, NM is 14-7-2.

Charles Harris Jr. won a six-round unanimous decision over Blake Fialka in a super lightweight bout.

Harris landed 138 of 302 punches. Fialka was 39-of 273.

Harris, 142.4 lbs of Rialto, CA won by scores of 60-54 on all cards and is now 12-1. Fialka, 140.8 lbs of Schereville, IN is 2-3-1.

Jordan Roach stopped Holman Matamoros in the opening round of their six-round super flyweight bout.

In round one, Roach dropped Matamoros with a body shot. Seconds later, it was another left to the body that put Matamoros down again and the fight was stopped at 1:55.

Roach, 115.6 lbs of Upper Marlboro, MD is 8-0 with three knockouts. Matamoros, 113.8 lbs of Matagalpa, NIC is 2-2.

Ramon Ordonez stopped Carlos Davila Villalobos in round one of their four-round super featherweight bout.

In round one, Ordonez landed a left to the body that sent Villalobos down for the count at 2:20.

Ordonez, 128 lbs of Newark, NJ is 1-0 with one knockout. Villalobos, 128.2 lbs of Ensenada Baja, MEX is 1-2.




SHEEHY MAKES MATCHROOM DEBUT AGAINST GONZALEZ IN HOUSTON

Charlie Sheehy will face Jaret Gonzalez for the WBA NABA Lightweight title at the Fertitta Center in Houston, Texas on Saturday May 30, live worldwide on DAZN, with the bout serving as the co-main event ahead of the blockbuster showdown between Houston’s own WBC World Super-Featherweight champion O’Shaquie Foster defending his crown against former World ruler Raymond Ford.

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Sheehy (12-0 7 KOs) penned a long-term promotional deal with Eddie Hearn and Matchroom in April, and on a night of firsts for the Californian with a glittering amateur career, he boxes over the ten round distance for the first time in a bid to claim his maiden pro strap. The 27 year old, who made his pro debut on a Matchroom card in Fresno, California in October 21, moved to 12-0 in November with his seventh stoppage win in the paid ranks, and he’ll be looking to make his three KO wins in a row in Houston.

Standing in Sheehy’s way is Gonzalez (18-2 13 KOs), the Mexican who returned to winning ways in October with a ten round shut out in Aguascalientes against Martin Morales, bouncing back from defeat against former World ruler Joe Cordina in Manchester in July, where he took the Welshman the distance.

“I’ve waited for this moment my whole life and I’m excited for the opportunity to fight for Matchroom and have the chance to get my first regional title as a professional,” said Sheehy. “I’m coming to make a statement. This is just the start of a much bigger run.”

“I’m very excited about this opportunity to return on another Matchroom card and in Texas where there will be many Mexican and Mexican American fans coming out to support,” said Gonzalez. “I showed against Cordina in the UK that I am World-class, and Charlie is not on his level, or mine. He’s made a big mistake here and he’ll quickly understand that on May 30. Viva Mexico.”

The full undercard is announced today, with Olympic bronze medal man Omari ‘Banger’ Jones fighting for the seventh time in the paid ranks against Alan Sanchez. Jones (6-0 4 KOs) boxes over the eight round distance for the second time, having banked eight rounds in his Orlando hometown in March in a landslide triumph over the Christian Gomez, and Jones’ second outing of the year sees him tackle another experienced Mexican campaigner in Alan Sanchez (24-7-1 10 KOs).

“This is another great opportunity to show my growth,” said Jones. “I’m coming to prove a point – on May 30, the Banger Show returns.”

Foster’s stablemate Miguel Flores kicks off the action live on DAZN over ten rounds against Javon Woodard Jr. Flores (29-5-1 13 KOs) is looking to extend his winning streak to five on his Texas home turf, with his last two wins coming in Houston. The former World title challenger, who lost on points for the WBA Super-Featherweight title to Leo Santa Cruz, knows he’s in must-win territory in his hunt for big fights, but Woodard Jr (16-2 14 KOs) is on his own four-win roll following a unique ‘overtime round’ loss in Atlanta in August 2023, and the 30 year old Atlanta, Georgia man brings plenty of ambition to what promises to be an all-action live opener on DAZN.

“I am honored and privileged to be able to open the show for my stablemate ‘Shock’ Foster here in our hometown,” said Flores. “This is a huge night for the both of us and a huge night for the city of Houston. This is a make-or-break fight for me at this point in my career and there is no way I’m leaving the ring without my hand raised on May 30.”

There is plenty of young talents on the prelim section of the undercard, topped by the return of Zaquin Moses (6-0 3 KOs) the Newark, NJ starlet who is training alongside main event man Ford in Houston, and on his seventh outing in the paid ranks, the 21 year old will face Travis Crawford (7-6 2 KOs) at Lightweight.

“When you talk about the future of boxing all you need to do is lay eyes on me,” said Moses. “Houston has become my home away from home and I’m excited to show out here on May 30.”

Another rising star features on the card in the shape of Sacramento’s Frank Espinoza (3-0 3 KOs) as the 20 year old boxes for the fourth time in the pro game over six rounds against local man Bryce Blackwell (4-2 1 KO).

“First and foremost, I want to thank God for this opportunity,” said Espinoza. “I am ready to deliver a career-defining performance on May 30. I’m grateful for this opportunity and proving that I belong among the elite in this sport.”

Two more six round bouts complete the prelims and a stacked card, with unbeaten Texan Jahyden Franklin Britton (8-0 5 KOs) taking on Najee West (9-2 4 KOs) at Super-Middleweight and Las Vegas’ unbeaten Super-Featherweight Julian Montalvo (6-0 4 KOs) takes on New Mexico’s Maximus Moya (3-3 2 KOs).




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Jeter Promotions Yvgeniy Pavlov on a Championship Track

BALTIMORE, MD. (May 1, 2026)–Jeter Promotions undefeated 130-pound prospect Yvgeniy Pavlov is on the fast track to a world title opportunity.

The 26-year-old of Kazakhstan is 11-0 with eight knockouts and has shown the he will be one of the top fighters in the division.

He had over 250 amateur bouts and fought all over Europe and Asia. He was a Finalist of the Brandenburg Cup Tournament in 2017 in Germany; A participant in the World Championships in St. Petersburg, Russia in, 2016; Plus he was a Winner of the International Tournament in memory of Nikolai Pavlyukov in, 2017 as well as a Finalist of the “Golden Glove” International Tournament in Thailand in 2019.

Pavlov turned professional in 2020 after building a solid foundation in the amateur circuit. Known as “Pablo,” a name given to him by Team Canelo Alvarez while he was training in CA. In September 2021—with only four professional bouts under his belt—Pavlov stepped into the ring against the highly experienced Isaac Sackey (24-1-1). Pavlov didn’t just win; he dismantled the veteran to capture the WBA International super bantamweight title. Yevgeniy Pavlov is an undefeated prospect with a record of 11-0 (8 KOs) as of April 2026. He recently made a successful debut with Jeter Promotions in the super featherweight division.

He was rated as high as number-four by the WBA.

On April 25, 2026, he fought at the Hilton Inner Harbor Baltimore. He won a hard-fought unanimous decision over veteran Antonio Dunton-El Jr. in his 130-pound debut. 

In early 2026, Pavlov officially transitioned from the 122-pound (super bantamweight) division to super featherweight (130 pounds). He is now permanently based in the United States, training in Philadelphia under coach Wade Hinnant and Randy Hinnant also his Strength & Conditioning coaches Nikita Ussenov and Giovanni Romero. 

Pavlov is upcoming super star under Jeter Promotions.

Pavlov is managed by Tengri Sport Management, headed by Nikita Ussenov and Aigul Tokayeva