British middleweight Hamzah Sheeraz has exploded in the past year with some sensational performances, catapulting him to be one of the countrys greatest young fighters. As a result of his excellent showings of skill, speed and power, he has set himself up for a world title shot already. Now he has provided an update on his dream of achieving this.

Sheeraz has had a phenomenal year defeating Liam Williams, Austin ‘Ammo’ Williams, and Tyler Denny all by knockout.

Moreover, due to his latest two outings on ‘Riyadh Season’ cards impressing Turki Alalshikh so much, he has become an ambassador for ‘Riyadh Season’.

He is the number one ranked middleweight in Great Britain and he is ready for his shot at a world title.

This week it was confirmed that he will get his shot at world honours, etching his name in history, on February 22nd.

It was then revealed that a fight between Sheeraz and WBO champion Zhanibek Alimkhanuly could not be agreed between the respective teams, therefore it would go to purse bids.

These purse bids have been set for November 18th.

Alimkhanuly holds both the IBF and WBO world middleweight titles and is widely regarded as the best in the division.

Much like Sheeraz, he has recorded stoppage victories in his last three outings against Steven Butler, Vincenzo Gualtieri and Andrei Mikhailovich.Dillian Whyte fight date and location rumoured as comeback imminent

However, despite the talk of world honours, Sheeraz has taken to his Twitter/ X account to confirm his thoughts on the situation.

”Lots of rumours of potential fights. I leave all negotiations to my promoter Frank Warren and my advisors in Spencer brown and Adil Ditta while I grind away in camp. One thing I can say is come February I will be a world champion In Sha Allah”

Sheeraz has said that he does not negotiate himself and he leaves that to his team.

Nevertheless, he has said that he will become world champion come February.

The Brit has shown that he will fight anyone and the way he fights is brilliant to watch from a fans perspective.

If his world title shot is against Alimkhanuly, then it should be one of the fights of the year.Lots of rumours of potential fights. I leave all negotiations to my promoter @FrankWarren and my advisors in Spencer brown and Adil Ditta while I grind away in camp. One thing I can say is come February I will be a world champion In Sha Allah 👊🏼👊🏼

— Hamzah Sheeraz (@sheeraz_hamzah) November 14, 2024

Jake Paul takes on Mike Tyson tomorrow night in a controversial but captivating clash in Texas but at 58-years-old and having not fought in almost two decades – the unknown quantity that is present day ‘Iron Mike’ is obviously difficult to prepare for. Although, American heavyweight DaCarree Scott has been trying his best to emulate that famous, impetuous style.

The one-time ‘Baddest Man on the Planet’ has mellowed out during recent years but that old-school ruthlessness and intimidating killer mindset has reared it’s ugly head during the build-up towards Tyson’s comeback against the YouTuber-turned-boxer.

Still, having not fought professionally since Paul was an eight-year-old child, it is the physical attributes and stamina of the two-time heavyweight champion that are being questioned rather than his mentality.

Therefore, the assumption is that Paul will be in danger for perhaps the first and second of the eight two-minute rounds before Tyson begins to fade, likely resulting in both a high intensity start to the contest and an aggressive approach from Tyson – although that is hardly out of character from the Brownsville-born bruiser.

To prepare for this, Paul has opted to bring in WBA #14 heavyweight, DaCarree Scott, commonly referred to as ‘MacTruck’, and in an exclusive interview with , the former NABA heavyweight champion admitted his pride at being seen as comparable to a legend such as Tyson.

“I believe I was chosen because of my height and because when we sparred I was giving him that Tyson look. Yeah, that was so cool to be compared to a legend. Mike Tyson was doing this before I was born, so for me to remind our generation and the people who were watching him of greatness is awesome.”

“This will not be the first time that Scott has been a part of a training camp with ‘The Problem Child’, adding that he was brought in to help with the originally scheduled fight, which eventually turned out to be a class with Mike Perry.”

Although there are obvious differences between Perry and Tyson in both size, skill and weight, as well as the differing rules for this contest, Scott, who has been paid double by Paul for his immense efforts in training, went on to reveal that there has been little change between the two camps, despite Paul recently claiming otherwise.

“I was in camp with Jake for the first fight before it was postponed. Then I stayed in Puerto Rico for the Mike Perry fight. When he started this camp I was there and kept working with him so [it has been] about 4 months.”The Mike Tyson Influence: Three heavyweights set to make comebacks following Paul-Tyson

“To be honest the training hasn’t changed. Everything still 3 mins. If there was change from this camp compared to last camp, more sprints and shorter distance runs.”

After sharing numerous rounds with the polarising social media sensation, heavyweight title hopeful Scott credited Paul for his skills and declared that ‘he is better than people give him credit for’, before laying out his fight prediction.

“Jake is better than people give him credit for. So, I wouldn’t be surprised if it was an early knockout. I wouldn’t be surprised if Jake slept him late, or if he outboxed him to the decision.

“Jake Paul for the win! To be honest, [I think Paul will stop him in round] 5.”

If Paul is able to get past Tyson unscathed, he has already made clear his plans to call out unified super-middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez during the aftermath, and Scott refused to rule out the chances of the 28-year-old becoming a world champion.

“Jake works hard. He trains hard and he takes boxing serious. If he keeps working, he has a good team around him and he can become world champion. With hard work it takes time but he can do it.”

Whilst all eyes are understandably on the intriguing Paul-Tyson card, Scott has made quiet progress to navigate his way into the WBA heavyweight top 15 after just ten professional contests and will be hoping to climb the ratings further in 2025.

When asked of his ambitions for next year, ‘MacTruck’ was clear and concise, stating he simply wants to ‘be active’ and ‘fight more than once’, a feat he has not achieved since 2022.

Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano will be focused on securing a victory at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas on Friday evening, but both women are also aware of the influence their trailblazing careers will leave behind.

“The greatest part about this journey is just being able to inspire and impact the next generation of female fighters,” Taylor, 23-1 (6 KOs), said at the final prefight press conference at the Toyota Music Factory in Irving on Wednesday. “When I started boxing at nine or ten years old, there [were] no female fighters at all in the boxing gyms in Ireland. But every single boxing gym I walk into now is packed with female fighters… that’s what legacy is all about, really.”  

 “My goal is to motivate and inspire these young girls, the new generation in this sport, that you can do anything you put your mind to,” added Serrano. “If you believe in yourself, have a great team, you can go far… When I say how much I make, it’s not bragging, it’s to show these women that we can make it. We are capable of making it. We are capable of breaking records and just strive for excellence and you will achieve it.”

Taylor and Serrano,  47-2-1 (31 KOs), engaged in a ten-round war at Madison Square Garden in April 2022. Serrano had Taylor badly hurt and seemingly in trouble in the fifth round, but the Irishwoman recovered to eke out a split decision and retain her lightweight titles. 

“I think for every single fighter, we’re always prepared for moments like that,” said Taylor. “That’s why we train so hard. When you’re in shape, when you’re fit, you recover so well from those moments. And I take a lot of reassurance and a lot of confidence from that because I took her biggest shots and […] I wasn’t moved. I won the second half of that fight. So I take a lot of reassurance going into the rematch because of that.” 

Even so, there was no shortage of observers who felt that Serrano had done enough to edge the contest. Taylor, unsurprisingly, was firm in her conviction that she deserved her victory.

“I believe that I won the last fight clearly and I’ve just got to go in there Friday night and beat her again,” she said. “I put my body through the trenches over the last few months and it’s an absolute privilege to be here on the same card as a legend in the sport. It’s absolutely an amazing opportunity that we both have, and I just can’t wait to step in there and showcase what I can do again and get another win.”

Their first fight was for Taylor’s lightweight crown; the rematch, which is the co-main event to 58-year-old Mike Tyson’s quixotic attempt to defeat 27-year-old Jake Paul, will be for her undisputed 140-pound championship. After making one more defense of her lightweight crown, Taylor moved up a division to challenge champion Chantelle Cameron in May 2023, but fell short and suffered her first professional defeat before avenging it with an impressive performance six months later.

Serrano, who has won titles in seven weight classes, dropped back down to featherweight, where she is unified champion, and will be making a sizeable weight jump to take on Taylor again.

“A lot of people don’t acknowledge that I am going up through three divisions being the unified featherweight champion,” she said. “It’s always hard for me and uncomfortable when I have to leave my weight class where I feel comfortable at. [I’ve had] to eat a lot more protein, a lot more carbs just to make sure that I feel good at the weight. I’m hoping that I can make at least the 138 tomorrow, but it is what it is. I’m chasing greatness and that’s going up three divisions to face Katie Taylor once again, and I will be victorious.”

Despite the confident talk on both sides, there is clearly mutual respect and a recognition that the two are forever yoked together – and that, for a younger generation of female pugilists in particular, they are an inspiration.

“I think what me and Amanda have done over these last few years, inspiring that generation of young fighters, is the best thing we could leave behind in this sport,” said Taylor. “An absolute privilege.”

Since Daniel Dubois’ demolishing of Anthony Joshua, there has been a lot of talk about who the champion will face next. However, it now looks like there is a front runner for his next opponent.

Instaneously after Dubois’ special night at Wembley, Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn said the rematch would be the priority for his man.

The rematch was aimed to take place in February, however it was revealed that an injury to ‘AJ’ would rule him out of any immediate bout.

Therefore, there have been many fighters who have thrown their name into the hat to face the IBF champion.

Martin Bakole is a man who has claimed fighters have avoided him for years and so it should be his turn to fight for the chance to become a world champion.

Fabio Wardley, after brutally knocking Fraser Clarke out in a single round has called for it to be his chance, however he has been warned against this.

Instead, Wardley’s promoter Frank Warren has talked up the chances of him facing Joshua next.

exclusively revealed that Zhilei Zhang wants his shot at the belt.

Furthermore, Joseph Parker’s trainer Andy Lee said that his fighter is ready to step up too.Anthony Joshua “could retire”

Last month, the IBF ordered a final eliminator between Martin Bakole and Agit Kabayel to determine the next mandatory for Dubois’ belt.

Despite this, today Agit Kabayel has pulled out of purse bids for this fight.

This could potentially be because he has been offered to fight Dubois next.

Kabayel is coming off two impressive knockout victories against Arslanbek Makhmudov and Frank Sanchez.

Moreover, the German is clearly a favourite of Turki Alalshikh’s as his last two fights have been on Riyadh Season cards.

Therefore, it could well be that his next fight may take place in Saudi Arabia again, against Daniel Dubois for the IBF world heavyweight championship of the world.

Dubois will also have a keen eye on Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury’s rematch as he looks to claim all the belts in the division.

Frank Warren ruled out the Daniel Dubois vs Anthony Joshua rematch a few weeks ago due to an injury sustained by ‘AJ’. A lot of the the talk since has been about who Dubois will face next, however, the IBF world champion’s promoter Frank Warren has offered Joshua another man from his stable for his comeback fight.

We are nearly two months on since Daniel Dubois shocked the world by demolishing Anthony Joshua in 5 rounds, in front of a record 96,000 people at Wembley Stadium.

Following this brutal defeat, ‘AJ’ picked up an injury, preventing him from facing Dubois in a rematch straight away.

Therefore, Warren has been looking for potential replacements for Dubois.

Martin Bakole has been mentioned and he has said he is up for the fight.

Fabio Wardley wants it to, however he has been warned to wait and build his name before going straight for world honours.

exclusively revealed that Zhilei Zhang wants the fight.

Many have said that if anyone deserves a shot at Dubois’ IBF belt, it is Joseph Parker.

However, Joshua is not focused on this, he needs to win his next fight to put himself among boxings elite once again.Guillermo Rigondeaux scores first-round knockout and calls out Naoya Inoue

At now 35 years old, the Londoner does not have much time left in the sport, therefore looking for the biggest fights possible is essential.

Speaking to talkSPORT, Queensbury’s Frank Warren has suggested who ‘AJ’ should fight next.

“If AJ wants a fight, maybe fight Fabio.”

Warren has suggested that Anthony Joshua can fight Fabio Wardley next.

Wardley is coming off his rematch with Fraser Clarke, in which he demolished his opponent within a single round.

Whilst this in theory could be a good comeback fight for Joshua, the risk of it may outweigh the reward.

Moreover, he will have a keen eye on Tyson Fury’s rematch with Oleksandr Usyk, as a victory against his fellow Brit, albeit later in their careers would go a long way to establishing his legacy.

In a 12-month period dominated by ‘Riyadh Season’ few fighters have been as successful under the bright lights of Saudi Arabia as Germany’s Agit Kabayel. Yet, despite being on the verge of a world title shot, the undefeated heavyweight has now pulled out of purse bids for his IBF final eliminator against Martin Bakole.

Agit Kabayel has been ever-present in the heavyweight division for the last decade, claiming a decision win against Derek Chisora back in 2017 and remaining undefeated since, but at no point threatening to succeed beyond the European level until the intervention of Al-Alshikh.

On the famous ‘Day of Reckoning’ card back in December, Kabayel was presented with the opportunity to fight Russian knockout artist Arslanbek Makhmudov and to the amazement of viewers around the globe, Kabayel was able to halt Makhmudov in just four rounds.Kabayel punishing Makhmudov 💥🥊 pic.twitter.com/NP6uiNNkIC

— Chris Le Gabach (@Chris_Le_Gabach) December 27, 2023

After that upset win left the jaws of boxing fans agape, Kabayel was once again invited to fight on a Riyadh Season bill and took on another undefeated bogeyman in Cuba’s Frank Sanchez, with many believing that his win over Makhmudov could be exposed as a fluke.

Yet, it was Kabayel who once again sprung the upset and stopped Sanchez in round seven to announce himself as a serious threat to the heavyweight throne and put himself in a strong position to mount a world title challenge in 2025.

It was then confirmed that Kabayel would be tasked with Congo’s Martin Bakole in an IBF final eliminator to determine whom will become the mandatory challenger for Daniel Dubois’ heavyweight title.Mike Tyson reveals gory details of injury that caused Jake Paul fight postponement

However, it has now been announced that Kabayel and his team have made the decision to avoid the showdown and have pulled out of purse bids, as Bakole’s trainer Billy Nelson took to social media to No addl info provided for HVY title elim but seems natural fit for Feb 22 #RiyadhSeasonCard.

— Jake Donovan (@JakeNDaBox) November 14, 2024

“Unfortunately I’m hearing Ajit Kabayal will be joking [joining] the long line of top fighters who don’t want to fight Martin, real shame has it would have been a good fight.”Unfortunately I’m hearing Ajit Kabayal will be joking the long line of top fighters who don’t want to fight Martin, real shame has it would have been a good fight.

— Billy Nelson (@L2Box1) November 14, 2024

As a result, it is expected that Zhilei ‘Big Bang’ Zhang will assume Kabayel’s position in the final eliminator and edge one step closer to a maiden world title shot, with Bakole the only man standing in between the 40-year-old Chinese veteran and a challenge for Dubois’ IBF crown.

Bakole-Zhang is expected to take place in Spring 2025 but is not expected to take place on Dubois’ February 22nd undercard.

Tomorrow night in Arlington, Texas at the AT&T Stadium, Jake Paul will face boxing legend Mike Tyson in one of the most controversial fights of all time. Many have been critical of it, including Paul’s arch-rival KSI.

KSI, like Jake Paul, was originally a YouTuber and has turned to boxing as well as music to further establish himself.

He recently was defeated by Tyson Fury’s brother Tommy in an event that incredibly did over 1.3 million PPV buys, showing the huge interest in ‘misfits’ boxing.

Paul was also defeated by Tommy Fury in February 2022. He has since gone on to fight the likes of Nate Diaz, Michael Perry, and Andre August.

However, this fight is different, he is facing one of the best that this sport has ever seen.

‘Iron’ Mike Tyson whilst he was once the most feared man in the sport, now is 58 years old and is nowhere near what he was.

It is set to be a professional fight, with 8 2-minute rounds.

The fight is expected to be witnessed live by 65,000 people, making it the largest crowd Tyson has fought in front of ever.Mike Tyson reveals gory details of injury that caused Jake Paul fight postponement

27-year-old Paul due to his age, actually has a chance, which many have said is a sad state of affairs.

One of these critics is KSI.

On his Twitter/ X account he tweeted, “Jake Paul will knock out Mike Tyson. This will not be close at all. Boxing is a young man’s game and Mike is 58 years old. They’re sending a lamb to the slaughter and it’s disgusting.”

KSI has said that he expects Paul to knock Tyson out and that he is horrified that the fight is even taking place.

KSI and Jake Paul are yet to face off against each other but is expected that this will eventually happen due to the huge demand for it.

The fight whether boxing purists like it or not, will be one of the most watched fights of the year.

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On Saturday night, Chris Billam-Smith rolls the dice once again against Gilberto ‘Zurdo’ Ramirez in a unification showdown in the cruiserweight division. Ramirez’s trainer Malik Scott had labelled this fight a total “mismatch”, however Billam-Smith’s trainer Shane McGuigan has since fired back at these claims.

Billam-Smith will enter the ring as the bookie’s underdog (31/14) on Saturday night, something he has done many times before.

The Bournemouth man won his WBO title in his beloved Vitality Stadium, defeating former stablemate Lawrence Okolie in a scrappy, at times hard to watch contest back in May last year.

He has since defeated Mateusz Masternak and Richard Riakporhe – the latter significantly resulting in him avenging the only professional defeat of his career to date.

His opponent, after sharing the ring with the likes of Dmitry Bivol, will enter the ring as the favourite.

Having moved up weight following the defeat to Bivol, Ramirez has won two fights in the cruiserweight division, picking up his WBA belt against Arsen Goulamirian in his latest outing.

‘Zurdo’ has made it clear his aspiration is to win this fight, defeat Jai Opetaia to become undisputed champion, and then take a shot at eternal glory against Oleksandr Usyk.

Coming into this fight, Ramirez’s trainer has backed his fighter’s claims and has added that he does not think this Billam-Smith is at the same level, even labelling the Brit as a “one trick pony”.Chris Billam-Smith targeting Jai Opetaia fight

However, speaking to Boxing News, Shane McGuigan, Chris Billam-Smith’s trainer, has shut these calls down.

”I don’t know how he’s still got a job after the business he’s done with Deontay Wilder.”

”He’s just a guy who talks a lot of s**t.”

”He hasn’t trained anybody to win any fight of merit.”

”I’m not being arrogant, I’ve been in this sport for 14 years.”

”If someone is going to call me out like Malik Scott, just go back and look at the track record.”

McGuigan has said that there should be little substance in what Scott has to say, therefore dismissing any talks of this fight being too challenging for his fighter.

After Billam-Smith’s fight on Saturday, Shane McGuigan will be looking forward to watching his dad appear on the new series of ‘I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here.

Friday night plays host to the eyebrow-raising showdown between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson who top a strong card in Texas that can be watched live on Netfllx. However, whether by influence or coincidence, Mike Tyson is not the only heavyweight of the 1990’s to be returning in the coming months – with a trifecta of pre-millennial powerhouses set to join him.Ike Ibeabuchi

When the great heavyweights of the 1990’s are mentioned, the likes of Tyson, Evander Holyfield and Lennox Lewis understandably stick out. However, amongst those superstars there was a plethora of under-appreciated talent beneath, none more so than Ike Ibeabuchi. Now, at 51-years-old, ‘The President’ is set to make a shocking comeback to professional boxing.

Regarded as one of the strongest punchers amongst the star-studded crop of heavyweights at the time, Ike Ibeabuchi was honing in on a shot at the heavyweight world title after winning his first 16 professional contests and scoring numerous eye-catching knockout wins along the way.

Then, in 1997, the Nigerian jumped up in competition and stepped through the ropes for his toughest task to date, going toe-to-toe with fellow title hopeful David Tua in what turned out to be a heavyweight classic.

Ibeabuchi and Tua broke the record for punches thrown in a heavyweight bout covered by CompuStat, throwing 1,730 total punches between them, 975 being thrown by Ibeabuchi (avg. 81 per round) – that being an individual record for a heavyweight.David Tua vs Ike Ibeabuchi. June 7, 1997. pic.twitter.com/2BUBhk7lj4

— b0xingfan (@b0xingfan) August 4, 2023

As a result, it was Ibeabuchi who claimed the unanimous-decision win and proved himself as a worthy contender for the WBC heavyweight world title, held by Lennox Lewis at the time.

Instead, Ibeabuchi attempted to gain further experience at the world level and scored a trifecta of increasingly difficult knockout wins against Tim Ray, Everton Davis and Chris Byrd to better prepare himself for a title shot – although it would never come.

In July 1999, Ibeabuchi was arrested and eventually sentenced to prison for battery with intent to commit a crime and attempted sexual assault, leaving him imprisoned until his release in November 2015.

Five months later, Ibeabuchi was arrested once again after violating the conditions of his probation, ending hopes of a comeback to boxing as he was forced to serve an additional four years behind bars until release in September 2020.

Four years on and it seems as though Ibeabuchi (20-0) will finally get the boxing comeback that he has been craving, officially scheduled to take on 47-year-old Ayman Farouk Abbas (4-10-1) in Port Harcourt, Nigeria on December 7th in a six-round affair.

Farouk’s most notable result is a split-draw against America’s Christopher Lovejoy (20-1) in Egypt last year, despite being knocked down and appearing to lose all six rounds.In what can only be called a ‘Fight of the Year’ contender, Christopher Lovejoy knocks down Farouk in a thriller where he is robbed on the scorecards with a ‘draw’ 🙄 @TimBoxeo@LovejoyBoxingpic.twitter.com/du3tTv0mFV

— No Nonsense Boxing (@NNBoxing) March 19, 2023

Ibeabuchi will be hoping that he gets a fairer shake than Lovejoy received when he and Farouk meet next month. Although, if Ibeabuchi is half the fighter that he was the last time he fought professionally, the judges will not be required.

Fabled heavyweight knockout artist Shannon Briggs has been prevalent in the influencer boxing scene since hanging up the gloves but now seems set to go one step further and make a comeback to the ring. Now, the 52-year-old has revealed a date for when he expects to make his ring return.

After winning a national championship as an amateur, Briggs turned professional in 1992 and went on to defeat his first 25 opponents, winning by knockout on 20 occasions, before he was halted by Darroll Wilson in 1996.

However, four consecutive stoppage wins earnt ‘The Cannon’ a shot at beloved heavyweight veteran George Foreman, who he defeated by majority-decision in what turned out to be Foreman’s final contest.

That victory thrust Briggs into a world title shot against WBC title-holder Lennox Lewis but the American came up short and was stopped in the fifth-round and would not return to the title picture for many years to come.

Eight-and-a-half years later, after a streak of 11 straight victories, Briggs was finally able to get his hands on a world title when he pulled off a dramatic final-round knockout against WBO champion Siarhei Liakhovich whilst behind on the scorecards.With ONE SECOND LEFT in the 12th round and behind on all three cards, former lineal king @TheCannonBriggs knocks out (WBO titlist) Siarhei Liakhovich!!!

[November 4, 2006] pic.twitter.com/fTlN3bXfne

— Lineal Boxing Champion (@LinealBoxChamp) May 27, 2024

Briggs would lose his belt without making a defence and was outpointed by Vitali Klitschko to a final challenge for world honours in 2010, before registering 10 straight wins and hanging up the gloves in 2016.

Yet, despite hanging up the gloves, Briggs is often seen at fight nights across the pond and famously trained YouTuber Logan Paul for his fight against KSI in 2019.

Now, Briggs has confirmed that he is actively pursuing a comeback to boxing, whether that be as a professional or with Misfits, he told Fred Talks Fighting.‼️ Shannon Briggs is hoping to fight by March 🔜🥊

[Via – @fredpdbeck on YT] pic.twitter.com/VjsY1pjAzd

— IFN (@IfnBoxing) November 9, 2024

“I miss it actually, I am looking to get back into shape. I have been in the gym and I’m looking to hopefully be ready to fight again by March.

“I am going to fight again.

“[I would fight on Misfits] if the money is right, yeah, but I am getting back in shape and I’m back in the gym, I am hitting hard, I am strong.”

“I am just as fast as I was.”

The former WBO heavyweight champion is yet to receive an official fight date but has called out the winner of Paul-Tyson – which would line up with a return in Spring 2025.Oliver McCall

The Paul-Tyson event is one that is being criticized by the masses and the return of the aforementioned fighters is likely to be treat similarly given their age. Yet, despite being the oldest of the quartet, McCall’s return is probably the one that causes the least concern.

What separates Oliver McCall from the pack is that his latest outing was as recent as 2019, meaning the granite chinned 59-year-old will end a five-year spell of inactivity, just a fraction of the quarter of a century since Ibeabuchi last stepped through the ropes.

Trained by legendary champion Joe Frazier, McCall had a tough start to life in the heavyweight division and lost his second official contest to Joey Christjohn, before eventually losing an additional four fights prior to his shot at the heavyweight crown.

Consequently, McCall entered the ring to take on undefeated WBC champion Lennox Lewis as a major underdog, but ‘The Atomic Bull’ pulled off a monumental upset to halt the British-Canadian within just two rounds and become a shock champion back in 1994.30 years ago, Oliver McCall defeated Lennox Lewis by TKO in round 2 of 12 to win the WBC heavyweight title. Big upset. pic.twitter.com/r4tV4jXvqv

— 𝑲𝒏𝒐𝒄𝒌𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝑱𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒏𝒂𝒍𝒔 (@KOJournals) September 24, 2024

McCall would defend the belts against an ageing Larry Holmes the following year but his reign came to an end at Wembley Stadium when he was outpointed by Frank Bruno in a famous moment in British boxing history.

The Chicago-born big man would later lose the 1997 rematch to Lewis in confusing fashion in a second world title challenge and never returned to the heavyweight throne, but remained in the division for years to come, banking wins against lowly contenders.

In 2014, McCall became one of, if not the only fighter, to avenge a defeat of his sons, a testament of his insane longevity, although in 2019 McCall decided that enough was enough and called time on his 34-year career.

Yet, McCall has since decided that he is not done yet and will return to action to fight Stacy Frazier (16-22), who has also not fought since 2019, in a four-round bout on a card in Nashville.View this post on Instagram

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Former opponent of IBF super-middleweight champion William Scull, Sean Hemphill (16-2) will also appear on the ‘Country Box’ card, on Tuesday November 19th, with tickets available for purchase here.

Heavyweight boxing legend Mike Tyson is set to return to professional boxing and take on Jake Paul tomorrow night as the headline attraction of a controversial event that may well out-perform the undisputed heavyweight title contest between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk. However, November was not the original plan for Paul-Tyson and ‘Iron Mike’ has now revealed further details regarding the injury that caused the postponement.

Tyson was expected to collide with ‘The Problem Child’ back on July 20th, ending a run of almost two years without a professional bout and hoping to pull off the upset against a rival who is over 30 years younger.

Yet, the two-time heavyweight champion was made to wait for his chance to silence Paul after he was forced to withdraw from their July clash due to an injury, described as stomach ulcers at the time of the announcement.

Paul would go on to proceed with the date and replace Tyson with Mike Perry – who was halted in six rounds and the YouTuber-turned-boxer’s meeting with ‘The Baddest Man on the Planet’ was re-announced for November 15th.

Speaking with New York Magazine, Mike Tyson provided the graphic detail as to why he could not overcome his health concerns and fight back in July, raising further questions as to whether he will have fully recovered by Friday night.

“I was in the bathroom throwing up blood,”

“I asked the doctor, ‘Am I going to die?’ He said, ‘We have options.’ Options? I couldn’t believe it.Oliver McCall set to become latest former heavyweight champion to make a comeback

“I had, like, eight blood transfusions. The doctor said I lost half my blood. I almost died.

“I lost 25 pounds in 11 days. Couldn’t eat. Only liquids. Every time I went to the bathroom, it smelled like tar. Didn’t even smell like shit anymore. It was disgusting.

“It threw me off [when I continued training]. All my coordination, stamina, everything was hectic getting back. I was peaked already. I could have fought him that day. Now I got to start from scratch.

“I just don’t give up. I’m an asshole sometimes. I’m a dick. If I haven’t outlived my enemies, I’ve turned them into my friends.”

Despite not having the accolades of his older dance-partner, Jake Paul will step through the ropes as the bookmaker’s favourite and hopes to call-out an even more frightening opponent should he get through Tyson unscathed.

Former WBC heavyweight title challenger Dillian Whyte finds himself estranged in the heavyweight division but the Brit is hopeful of returning to the big stage in the near future. Now, after competing in just three rounds since 2022, it appears as though Whyte may have a fight date.

Whyte famously defeated Anthony Joshua as an amateur and their rivalry continued into the professional ranks, but the Jamaican-born, Brixton-based heavyweight was less successful when the pair came to blows at the O2 Arena – suffering a brutal knockout defeat.

That loss put an end to Whyte’s 16 fight undefeated streak since turning over but ‘The Body Snatcher’ was able to get back to winning ways and emerge as a serious title threat in the years that followed, defeating the likes of Joseph Parker, Derek Chisora and Oscar Rivas until a shock loss to Alexander Povetkin.On this day 4 years ago Alexander Povetkin sparked Dillian Whyte out COLD😮‍💨 pic.twitter.com/nPJ1cbY3Ga

— On The Record Boxing (@OnTheRecordBox) August 22, 2024

The Londoner then avenged the Povetkin loss at the Europa Point Sports Complex in Gibraltar in a career-best display before jumping into an eventually unsuccessful title challenge against Tyson Fury at Wembley Stadium, bouncing back later in the year with a majority-decision win against Jermaine Franklin in late 2022.

However, in 2023, Whyte’s career was completely derailed by news of a positive drugs test during the build-up to his rematch with ‘AJ’.Chris Billam-Smith targeting Jai Opetaia fight

It was later concluded that this result was caused by a contaminated supplement but still Whyte’s name remains a tainted one, with his only fight since being a non-televised one against Christian Hammer in Castlebar, Ireland, which was brought to a close after three rounds.

According to The Stomping Ground’sCharlie Parsons, Whyte will once again fight on an unconventional card, returning to Gibraltar in four weeks’ time.Hearing Dillian Whyte will return to the ring on Sunday December the 15th in Gibraltar. 🇬🇮

— Charlie Parsons (@CharIieParsons) November 13, 2024

“Hearing Dillian Whyte will return to the ring on Sunday December the 15th in Gibraltar.”

The size and promoter for the card remains to be seen, as do details regarding whether the event will be broadcast, although any bill in Gibraltar would be just the third in the country’s history.

This Saturday plays host to the latest instalment of ‘Riyadh Season’, where Gilberto ‘Zurdo’ Ramirez collides with Chris Billam-Smith in a battle for the unified cruiserweight world titles. Just days before the pair meet, one fight on their undercard has received a significant update.

As is the case in the main-event, each contest on the ‘Latino Night’ bill features a fighter of Latino heritage, with the likes of Oscar Collazo, William Zepeda and Oscar Duarte all scheduled to appear on the card.

However, in one of the closest affairs of the event, two Latino’s will go head-to-head as Jose Carlos Ramirez and Arnold Barboza Jr. meet in a clash that will likely provide the victor with a world title shot during 2025 – or so it was thought.

The fight between Ramirez and Barboza Jr. was scheduled to be a 12-round contest in an eliminator for the WBO super-lightweight title, with Barboza currently holding the WBO Inter-Continental strap and positioned as the mandatory challenger for Teofimo Lopez’s world title – who he has been demanding to fight during 2024.

Yet, it has now been confirmed that Barboza has refused to pay the WBO sanctioning fees due to frustrations at the WBO, who have not yet enforced his mandatory shot at Lopez.The Jose Ramirez-Arnold Barboza fight has been downgraded from a 12-round title eliminator to a 10-rounder. Barboza told @DAZNBoxing that he had no interest in paying @WorldBoxingOrg sanctioning fees, citing the WBO’s refusal to mandate his title shot.

— Chris Mannix (@SIChrisMannix) November 13, 2024New fight date touted for David Benavidez vs. David Morrell

During Golden Boy Promotions’ live stream for the media workout this week, Barboza explained his decision.

“I haven’t had issues [with the WBO] personally, but in the past four or five fights I have paid sanctioning fees and I haven’t got a title shot. I fought Alex Saucedo, I fought who I had to fight, and I haven’t got a title shot.”

“I hope that I can get a title shot from any organization, but it got to the point where, I mean that is actually money coming out of my pocket for my kids.”

Meanwhile, WBO president Gustavo Olivieri has since told Boxing Scene that the fight was ‘never ordered or sanctioned’ as an eliminator in the first place.

As a result, Ramirez and Barboza Jr. will instead meet in a 10-round bout on Saturday night as one of the highlight attractions on the intriguing Ramirez-Billam-Smith card.

In a recent interview with Boxing King Media, boxer Vergil Ortiz Jr. discussed the possibility of a matchup with Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis. During the conversation, Ortiz Jr. also

Jaron Ennis, who recently kept his undefeated record with a win over Chukhadzhia, had to face a more prepared opponent than in their first meeting. Ennis had defeated Chukhadzhia in a previous fight, but this time the Ukrainian put up stronger resistance, landing more punches on Ennis and making the bout more competitive.

Despite the challenges, Ennis managed to drop Chukhadzhia in the fifth round, allowing him to add another win to his record.

However, Ennis’ performance raised some doubts. The boxer threw more punches than usual but appeared less focused compared to his previous fights, leading to a range of reactions from fans and experts alike.In the interview with Boxing King Media, Vergil Ortiz Jr. was critical of Ennis’ performance against Chukhadzhia.

Ortiz Jr. stated that in both of Ennis’ showings against Chukhadzhia, he did not look as good as in other fights.

Although he pointed out that a knockout is not always necessary to make a fight interesting, he felt that Ennis took more punches than he should have and that his attitude during the fight seemed unfocused.

Regarding the possibility of a fight between him and Ennis, Ortiz Jr. confirmed that negotiations are underway. He also made it clear that he plans to fight in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in that month, regardless of who his opponent is.

“So as far as I know, that I’m reading on the internet, is that there’s negotiations being made at this moment,” said Ortiz.Eddie Hearn reacts to Oscar De La Hoya’s proposal to fight him for free

“It could be in February, that’s when I’m going to fight. If it’s him or not, I’m fighting in February. Yeah, I think I’m gonna fight (in Riyadh) in February,” Ortiz stated.

Previously, Bozy Ennis, Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis’ father and trainer, claimed that Vergil Ortiz Jr.’s team had rejected an offer for both fighters to meet in the ring.

This statement sparked controversy, but it was quickly denied by Vergil Ortiz Jr. and his promoter, Oscar De La Hoya, through social media.

Despite these public exchanges, the possibility of a showdown between the two still looms, and many are eagerly awaiting the outcome of the negotiations and an official fight confirmation.

In a recent interview with Sky Sports, BOXXER CEO Ben Shalom expressed his enthusiasm for Chris Billam-Smith’s future in the cruiserweight division. The British WBO cruiserweight champion will face Mexican Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramírez next Saturday, November 16, in Saudi Arabia, in a highly anticipated title unification bout.

Billam-Smith, who already holds the WBO belt, has the opportunity to add Ramírez’s WBA cruiserweight title to his collection if he manages to defeat him this weekend.

Shalom made it clear that a victory would not only solidify Billam-Smith as one of the best but also open the door to even more ambitious matchups.In his comments to Sky Sports News, Ben Shalom mentioned that if Chris Billam-Smith defeats Ramírez, his next target will be Australian Jai Opetaia, the current IBF cruiserweight champion.

Ben Shalom believes this fight is key to proving who is the best in the division.

“He will want to add the WBC and IBF titles to his collection, and prove he is the best in the division,” Shalom said.

“A fight with Jai Opetaia is one the fans have been calling for to determine who is No 1. If Chris wins on Saturday, that is a fight we will be looking to make,” Shalom added.

Chris Billam-Smith has proven to be a formidable contender in the cruiserweight division with impressive victories.

Last summer, he defeated Richard Riakporhe in his own backyard, Selhurst Park, winning the rematch by decision. He also overcame former champion Lawrence Okolie in May 2023, claiming the WBO belt.

Ben Shalom has full confidence in his fighter’s abilities and does not hesitate to back Billam-Smith for another significant win. “This is the biggest fight of Chris’ career,” Shalom stated. “If he wins this, he can be fighting to become undisputed next year.”Shannon Briggs reveals date for boxing comeback

Shalom highlighted the challenging journey Chris Billam-Smith has had throughout his career, noting that many people have underestimated him on several occasions.

“Many people have written Chris off throughout his career. He is ready to prove the doubters wrong again,” Shalom said.

With British, European, and world titles under his belt, Billam-Smith has overcome every challenge put in front of him. According to Shalom, this matchup with “Zurdo” Ramírez could be the pinnacle of his incredible journey.

“The journey has been incredible, and this can be the biggest night of them all,” Shalom concluded.A clash between Billam-Smith & Opetaia?! 🔥

🗣️ @benjshalom says he’ll look to make that fight if Billam-Smith gets past Zurdo. #ZurdoBillamSmith x #LatinoNight | Saturday | #RiyadhSeasonpic.twitter.com/lLd4xYMXM1

— Sky Sports Boxing (@SkySportsBoxing) November 13, 2024

Former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has publicly voiced his concerns for Mike Tyson’s safety in his upcoming fight against Jake Paul. Joshua stated that he will be praying for the legendary “Iron” Mike, who is returning to the ring to face the controversial YouTuber-turned-professional boxer, Jake Paul.

The event, which has sparked significant media interest, is scheduled to take place next Friday, November 15, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

The fight was initially set for July but had to be postponed due to Tyson’s health issues.

The former champion suffered an ulcer flare-up during a flight, forcing the original fight date to be canceled.

It is important to note that Tyson, now 58, has not competed in a professional bout since his loss to Irishman Kevin McBride in 2005.

However, in 2020, he participated in an exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr., another boxing icon.

On the other hand, Jake Paul made his professional debut on January 30, 2020, against fellow YouTuber AnEsonGib.

Despite Tyson’s age, he has shown that he still possesses his skills, generating great excitement for his fight against the 27-year-old Paul.Shannon Briggs reveals date for boxing comeback

Anthony Joshua, known for his candid opinions, did not hide his concern for Tyson in a recent interview. The two-time heavyweight champion backed Jake Paul to win, arguing that youth would play a decisive role.

“Tyson is older now. I pray he comes out healthy. I think Jake Paul (wins) because of youth, that’s the only thing,” Joshua stated.Anthony Joshua, aware of Tyson’s legacy, emphasized that he hopes the legendary boxer finishes the fight without suffering any injuries.

His words reflect his respect for Tyson but also a realistic view of the challenge he faces against a much younger opponent.

With only hours left until the press conference and the fight, Tyson surprised the public by showcasing his pre-fight training. During the display, “Iron” Mike gave glimpses of his iconic power and speed, which thrilled his fans.

Meanwhile, Jake Paul did not hold back, delivering a provocative statement. The YouTuber claimed that he would knock Tyson out this Friday. Additionally, Paul made a rather controversial remark about a current world champion.Anthony Joshua’s worried about Mike Tyson fighting Jake Paul#MikeTyson#JakePaul#Boxingpic.twitter.com/SaZzi8ILhk

— Best MMA Moments (@XcellentMMA) November 12, 2024

It has recently been announced that the fight between Gervonta Davis and Lamont Roach now has a new date. Initially, the bout was scheduled for December 14 in Houston, Texas. However, it was later reported that the fight would be postponed.

Additionally, the match will no longer be part of the same card as the fight between David Benavidez and David Morrell, which is still set for February 1, 2025.Instead, it has been confirmed that the fight between Gervonta Davis and Lamont Roach for the WBA lightweight title will take place on March 1, 2025.

It’s worth noting that Davis has expressed interest in keeping his Prime Video PPV event at the Toyota Center in Houston. However, the local NBA team, the Rockets, will play against Sacramento on March 1, which could complicate the logistics.

For this reason, the possibility of moving the event to the Baltimore/DC area has been discussed, where Gervonta Davis enjoys a strong fan base.

In addition to his bout against Lamont Roach, there have been rumors about a potential rematch between Gervonta Davis and Ryan Garcia.

Davis defeated Garcia in their first encounter, but both fighters have shown interest in facing each other again to determine who is the best.

The rematch could generate significant anticipation, considering the popularity of both boxers and the previous outcome in favor of Davis. However, no date has been confirmed for this potential rematch.

On another note, Keyshawn Davis has issued a challenge to Gervonta Davis following his recent victory over Gustavo Lemos. Keyshawn has called out the WBA super lightweight champion, seeking an opportunity to face him in the ring.

However, Gervonta Davis’ trainer has questioned Keyshawn Davis’ intentions. According to him, the young boxer is looking to avoid a fight against Andy Cruz, his likely next opponent.New fight date touted for David Benavidez vs. David Morrell

It is speculated that before facing Gervonta Davis, Keyshawn Davis may first end up facing his rival, Andy Cruz.🚨 TANK-ROACH TARGETED FOR MARCH 1

The WBA lightweight title fight between Gervonta Davis and Lamont Roach is now being targeted for March 1.

It won’t land on the same card as David Benavidez vs. David Morrell which is expected to take place on February 1. (@Idecboxing) pic.twitter.com/AclwOnlMID

— EverythingBoxing (@EverythingBoxi2) November 13, 2024

Been told the targeted date for Gervonta Davis-Lamont Roach is now March 1. Davis still wants their Prime Video PPV event to take place at Toyota Center in Houston, but the Rockets are home vs. Sacramento on 3/1. Also makes much more sense to put it in the Baltimore/D.C. area.

— Keith Idec (@Idecboxing) November 13, 2024

P.S. Gervonta Davis-Lamont Roach was NEVER going to be packaged with David Benavidez-David Morrell, now likely February 1 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. https://t.co/XhgjN6XBSU

— Keith Idec (@Idecboxing) November 13, 2024

Jake Paul continues to stir controversy as he gears up for his highly anticipated fight with boxing legend Mike Tyson. Scheduled for Friday, November 15, at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, the event has captured the attention of millions of boxing fans and Paul's massive online following.

During a pre-fight interview, Paul, known for his bold and provocative approach, made waves by declaring his confidence in defeating Tyson. Addressing his mother, who was present at the event, Paul emotionally promised to leave a lasting mark on history.

"Mom, I promise you I was built for this, destined for this. God’s got me, the Universe’s got me," Paul said, locking eyes with his mother in the crowd. "And I, Jake Joseph Paul, will knock out Mike Tyson on Friday, November 15th. It is written in the history books."

His proclamation quickly sparked debates across social media, with supporters praising his confidence and critics questioning his underestimation of Tyson’s vast experience and dangerous capabilities.

But it didn’t stop there. When asked about his future plans in boxing, Paul was quick to target one of the sport’s biggest names—Canelo Álvarez. In a bold and controversial response, Paul made a disrespectful remark aimed at the Mexican superstar:
“If he’s not a f*cking put@,” Paul shot back.

This comment, seen by some as a calculated move to get under his rivals' skin, drew immediate backlash from fans and analysts alike. Many felt it was an unprovoked insult to Canelo, a champion with a well-established legacy in boxing. So far, Canelo and his team have remained silent on the remark.

Ahead of his clash with Tyson, Paul also showcased a glimpse of his training, promising fans that he’s ready for the challenge. The possibility of a fight with Canelo after his bout with Tyson has been mentioned as the next step in Paul’s rapidly evolving boxing career. But first, he’ll have to overcome the formidable challenge Tyson poses.

The legendary Mike Tyson is gearing up to face Jake Paul, the controversial YouTuber turned boxer, in a fight that has generated a great deal of anticipation. The event, set to take place at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, has captured the attention of millions of fans worldwide.

Tyson, now 58 years old, has shown great enthusiasm for the fight, making it clear that despite his age, he still has much to offer in the ring.

During a recent interview, Mike Tyson

“That I’m tougher than I believed I was,” Tyson expressed.

“When I agreed to this fight and started training, I thought, ‘WTF was I thinking?’ But I finished the process, and now, with the fight close, the hard part is over. Now, it’s time to party,” Tyson stated.

The host highlighted the impressive number of viewers expected for the fight: approximately 282 million subscribers for the global broadcast. In this regard, Tyson admitted he never imagined being in this position again.

“Never in a million years did I think I’d still be fighting,” said Tyson.

Additionally, Tyson emphasized the importance of having his family present at the event, noting that his children will be at the ring this Friday. For him, family is a source of motivation and unconditional support.

“Family is everything. But my kids… To my children, I’m nobody, and then, that night, they’re gonna find out their father is very special,” Tyson declared.The most emotional moment of the interview came when the interviewer asked Mike Tyson to send a message to his children. Smiling, Tyson said:

“I love you very much. I can’t help but change my attitude quickly, you know,” joked Tyson, eliciting laughter from the audience.Devin Haney in negotiations to face Teofimo Lopez

“They talk a lot of mess to me that nobody else would, so the night of the fight, they’re gonna realize they’ve gotta watch it next time they talk crap to me,”* Tyson joked.

“I love you very much. I can’t wait till you come [Laughter],”* Tyson told his children.

Before the interview, Tyson gave a brief demonstration of his training in front of the audience. Despite his age, the former champion looked in excellent physical shape, surprising everyone with the power and speed of his punches. The event hosts were stunned and remarked:

“No normal 58-year-old moves like that. He looks incredible,” they noted, referring to Tyson’s agility and strength.‼️ Mike Tyson smashing the pads in his scary public workout ahead of the Jake Paul fight on Friday night: “No normal 58-year-old moves like that. He looks incredible.”

[🎥 @MostVPromotions] pic.twitter.com/apkMjwxBqv

— Michael Benson (@MichaelBensonn) November 13, 2024

Jake Paul’s high-profile boxing match against legendary fighter Mike Tyson, set to take place this Friday, November 15, could still be canceled despite the event being just days away. Reports indicate that Tyson’s participation in the fight is contingent on passing two crucial health tests, which are causing both fighters and fans to hold their breath.

The bout, scheduled to take place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, will be streamed live on Netflix, with millions around the world eagerly waiting for the action. This highly anticipated showdown between Paul and Tyson was originally slated for July but had to be rescheduled after Tyson faced a life-threatening health scare. Now, despite the delay, the fight could still be scrapped if Tyson doesn’t clear the health hurdles in time.

In a recent Netflix documentary, Tyson opened up about the terrifying ordeal that led to the fight’s initial postponement. Tyson revealed that while flying from Miami, he experienced a severe ulcer flare-up, throwing up blood and even defecating tar. “I thought I was going to die,” Tyson said, detailing how his health took a dramatic turn for the worse. After arriving in Texas, doctors discovered a large, bleeding ulcer, and Tyson’s friends feared the worst.

With just days left until the fight, the two critical tests Tyson needs to pass include medical clearance and an assessment of his physical condition. If Tyson fails either of these tests, the fight will be called off, leaving Jake Paul to wait for a new opponent. Tyson’s health remains a major concern, and while both fighters have expressed their desire to step into the ring, Paul admitted that he was “numb” upon hearing the news of Tyson’s health complications and the potential for another delay.

As of now, Paul and Tyson are scheduled to enter the ring at 4 a.m. GMT on Friday, November 15, but the situation remains uncertain. The outcome of these two vital tests will determine whether the fight can go ahead or if it will be rescheduled once again, leaving fans and industry insiders anxiously awaiting the final decision.

Friday’s clash between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson has sparked enormous controversy in recent months, but ‘Iron Mike’ is not the only heavyweight from the 1990’s to be on the verge of a comeback – in fact he is just one of many, with Oliver McCall becoming the latest champion of old to return to the professional scene.

Aside from Tyson, it has been recently confirmed that heavyweight duo Shannon Briggs and Ike Ibeabuchi are set to return to boxing, at ages of 52 and 51-years-old respectively.

However, what separates Oliver McCall from the pack is that his latest outing was as recent as 2019, meaning the granite chinned 59-year-old will end a five-year spell of inactivity, just a fraction of the quarter of a century since Ibeabuchi last stepped through the ropes.

Trained by legendary champion Joe Frazier, McCall had a tough start to life in the heavyweight division and lost his second official contest to Joey Christjohn, before eventually losing an additional four fights prior to his shot at the heavyweight crown.

Consequently, McCall entered the ring to take on undefeated WBC champion Lennox Lewis as a major underdog, but ‘The Atomic Bull’ pulled off a monumental upset to halt the British-Canadian within just two rounds and become a shock champion back in 1994.30 years ago, Oliver McCall defeated Lennox Lewis by TKO in round 2 of 12 to win the WBC heavyweight title. Big upset. pic.twitter.com/r4tV4jXvqv

— 𝑲𝒏𝒐𝒄𝒌𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝑱𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒏𝒂𝒍𝒔 (@KOJournals) September 24, 2024

McCall would defend the belts against an ageing Larry Holmes the following year but his reign came to an end at Wembley Stadium when he was outpointed by Frank Bruno in a famous moment in British boxing history.Shakur Stevenson criticizes Vasiliy Lomachenko

The Chicago-born big man would later lose the 1997 rematch to Lewis in confusing fashion in a second world title challenge and never returned to the heavyweight throne, but remained in the division for years to come, banking wins against lowly contenders.

In 2014, McCall became one of, if not the only fighter, to avenge a defeat of his sons, a testament of his insane longevity, although in 2019 McCall decided that enough was enough and called time on his 34-year career.

Yet, McCall has since decided that he is not done yet and will return to action to fight Stacy Frazier (16-22), who has also not fought since 2019, in a four-round bout on a card in Nashville.View this post on Instagram

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Former opponent of IBF super-middleweight champion William Scull, Sean Hemphill (16-2) will also appear on the ‘Country Box’ card, on Tuesday November 19th, with tickets available for purchase here.