Mauricio Sulaiman: "We simply urge Zuffa Boxing to respect and protect boxing and the boxer"
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 22 Jan 2026
Zuffa Boxing is ready to present its first boxing event, and Dana White has confirmed that he will not accept or be interested in the participation of boxing's governing bodies. The path toward a new world also includes the Read Full Story >>>
January 31: Xander Zayas-Abass Baraou Junior Middleweight Title Unification Showdown to Stream LIVE on Top Rank Classics FAST Channel in the United States
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 22 Jan 2026
Fight action from Coliseo de Puerto Rico in San Juan begins at 5:30 p.m. ET/2:30 p.m. PT
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (Jan. 21, 2026) — The junior middleweight title unification tilt between WBO king Xander Zayas and WBA ru Read Full Story >>>
Mike Tyson to Launch “Mike Tyson Invitational,” a Three-Day Amateur Boxing Showcase Aimed at Elevating the Future of American Boxing
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 22 Jan 2026
Elite Amateur Fighters and Olympic Hopefuls to Take Center Stage March 12–14 in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS (Jan. 21) — Boxing legend Mike Tyson will return to the grassroots of the sport this spring with the launch of the Mi Read Full Story >>>
KAIPO GALLEGOS TRAINING CAMP NOTES
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 22 Jan 2026
Kaipo Gallegos Set to Launch 2026 Campaign in Las Vegas Homecoming Fight on Jan. 24
LAS VEGAS, NV (January 21, 2026) – Undefeated lightweight Kaipo Gallegos (10-0-1, 8 KOs) is locked in and ready to kick off 2026 as Read Full Story >>>
Jerusalem awaits ‘Golden’ contract
By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Wed, 21 Jan 2026
Melvin Jerusalem appears to be the handpicked foe of Puerto Rican two-belt titleholder Oscar Collazo and not Pedro Taduran.
Based on the statements of Jerusalem, the reigning World Boxing Council titlist, has a strong chance of landing a mega fight with the World Boxing Association and World Boxi Read Full Story >>>
REYES AND BUSTAMANTE DELIVER HOME-SOIL MASTERCLASS | WNT LEGENDS
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 21 Jan 2026
Efren Reyes and Francisco Bustamante rolled back the years on a memorable opening day of WNT Legends, defeating Ralf Souquet and Earl Strickland respectively to underline Filipino dominance on home soil.
Staged in partner Read Full Story >>>
Reigning World 10-ball Champion Filipino cue master Jonas Magpantay to see action in Indonesia pool tourney
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 21 Jan 2026
Reigning World 10-ball Champion Filipino pool master Jonas Magpantay is set to represent the Philippines in the upcoming three International pool tournaments in Indonesia.
The 32-year-old standout from Barangay Kaunlaran, Cubao, Quezon City expressed his confidence that he can perform well in th Read Full Story >>>
OLYMPIC BOXING 7: 1936 OLYMPICS AT BERLIN, GERMANY
By Maloney L. Samaco, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 21 Jan 2026
The 1936 Summer Olympics were an international multi-sport event held from August 1 to 16, 1936 in Berlin, then capital of Nazi Germany. Adolf Hitler used the 1936 Games to promote his government and ideals of racial supremacy Read Full Story >>>
Usyk and Zuffa Boxing Negotiations Update
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 21 Jan 2026
It has been learned that there is contact, interest and conversations between Zuffa Boxing and the team of the Ukrainian world heavyweight champion Oleksander Usyk, although there is no public information with official de Read Full Story >>>
Round 12 with Mauricio Sulaimán: Twelve Years Later, Don José is Still With Us
By Mauricio Sulaimán, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 20 Jan 2026
Twelve years have passed since Don José left us. This past Friday, we celebrated a deeply moving Mass at the Old Basilica of Guadalupe, where the Sulaimán family received outpourings of affection that are Read Full Story >>>
Get know “BIG BAD BAZLEY”as he retuns March 13 in Perth – Thunderdome 53
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 20 Jan 2026
Friday the 13th of March, Dragon Fire Boxing hits the Metro City Arena for the first time this year for Thunderdome 53 with a stacked card.
One of the prospects coming through is heavyweight, “Big Bad” Michael Bazley.
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“Jye Chin brings a fight to whoever, whenever and where ever”: Jye Chin ready for WBC title Clash March 13 in Perth – Thunderdome 53
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 20 Jan 2026
Friday the 13th of March, Dragon Fire Boxing hits the Metro City Arena for the first time this year for Thunderdome 53 with a stacked card.
One of the main events features Ryan Daye taking on Jye Chin for the WBC Australian Read Full Story >>>
THE PAST WEEK IN ACTION 18 JANUARY 2026: Nikita Tszyu-Michael Zerafa End in No Contest; Raul Curiel Outpoints Jordan Panthen
By Eric Armit, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 19 Jan 2026
HIGHLIGHTS:
-Huge fight between Nikita Tszyu and Michael Zerafa is ruled No Contest before the start of the third round when Zerafa reports difficulty with his eyesight
- On the same show there are wins for Liam Read Full Story >>>
Ryan Daye ready for WBC title Clash March 13 in Perth – Thunderdome 53
PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 19 Jan 2026
Friday the 13th of March, Dragon Fire Boxing hits the Metro City Arena for the first time this year for Thunderdome 53 with a stacked card.
One of the main events features Ryan Daye taking on Jye Chin for the WBC Australian Australasia Super Middleweight Championship over 8 rounds.
Daye discus Read Full Story >>>
Juan Manuel Marquez Names The Fighter He Faced With The Best Chin
By Kailem Lowe, SecondsOut.com, Sun, 18 Jan 2026
Mexican great Juan Manuel Marquez has named the toughest opponent that he ever shared a ring with.
Marquez competed as a professional for 21 years between 1993 and 2014, winning world titles in four weight classes along the way.
He racked up an impressive 56 victories as a professional during Read Full Story >>>
RAUL “EL CUGÁR” CURIEL CRUISES TO UNANIMOUS DECISION WIN OVER JORDAN “THE PATRIOT” PANTHEN
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 17 Jan 2026
And The New! Jorge "El Niño Dorado" Chavez Defeats Manuel "Gucci Manny" Flores in Enemy Territory to Secure Continental USA and CA State Super Bantamweight Titles
PALM DESERT, CALIF. (January 16, 2026) — Adding anoth Read Full Story >>>
Weights from Philadelphia
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 17 Jan 2026
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. – January 16, 2026 --Weights for Saturday night's King's Promotions card at the 2300 Arena.
Dainier Pero 231 - Mario Aguilar 262
Lemir Riley - 234.2 - Joel Caudle 252.2
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Mexico Commemorates 12th Death Anniversary of Don Jose Sulaiman (Photos)
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 17 Jan 2026
This Friday, January 16th, marked the 12th anniversary of the passing of Don Jose Sulaiman, the lifetime president of the WBC and one of the greatest sports leaders in Mexico and worldwide.
As ev Read Full Story >>>
MOLLY McCANN EYES 'HUGE' STATEMENT START TO 2026 AS SHE JOINS BUMPER WOOD-WARINGTON CARD IN NOTTINGHAM ON FEBRUARY 21
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 17 Jan 2026
A revved up Molly McCann is preparing for a special start to 2026 after being announced on next month's “electric” Wood-Warrington II undercard – live on DAZN.
Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena is set to be complete Read Full Story >>>
NEW MAIN EVENT ANNOUNCED! RAUL CURIEL SCHEDULED TO FACE JORDAN PANTHEN IN MIDDLEWEIGHT SCRAP
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 16 Jan 2026
FRIDAY, JANUARY 16, 2026 LIVE FROM ACRISURE ARENA AND EXCLUSIVELY BROADCAST ON DAZN
Tickets Still on Sale!
PALM DESERT, CALIF. (January 15, 2026) — In a new main event, Raul “El Cugár” Curiel (16-0-1, 13 KOs Read Full Story >>>
SMALLS VS RAMOS TOPS STACKED UNDERCARD FOR NAVARRETE-NUNEZ BLOCKBUSTER IN GLENDALE
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 16 Jan 2026
Tahmir Smalls will defend his WBA Continental North America Welterweight title against Abel Ramos at the Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona on Saturday February 28, live worldwide on DAZN, leading the undercard Read Full Story >>>
Usyk Linked to Zuffa Boxing Deal as Questions Loom Over Title Defenses
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 16 Jan 2026
Strong rumors indicate a growing possibility that Ukrainian unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk is close to signing a promotional contract with Zuffa Boxing, led by Dana White.
It is already known that Alex Kras Read Full Story >>>
Abass Baraou: "No One Has Been Able to Withstand My Pressure!"
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 16 Jan 2026
Baraou faces Xander Zayas in a junior middleweight unification showdown Saturday, Jan. 31, at Coliseo de Puerto Rico in San Juan
MIAMI, Fla. (Jan. 15, 2026) — WBA junior middleweight world champion Abass Barou is once again Read Full Story >>>
Wise Owl Boxing Signs Rising Female Star Chantel “Chicanita” Navarro
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 16 Jan 2026
Los Angeles, CA — Wise Owl Boxing is proud to announce the signing of undefeated professional boxer Chantel “Chicanita” Navarro, one of the most exciting young female prospects in the sport today.
Navarro now joins an Read Full Story >>>
Mauricio Sulaiman: WBC wants to protect fighters' dream of becoming a world champion
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 15 Jan 2026
Sulaiman.
Dana White and Zuffa Boxing have announced they are ready for their world debut on January 23 in Las Vegas with a main event featuring Callum Walsh against Mexican Carlos Ocampo.
White has insisted that Read Full Story >>>
Xander Zayas: "It's Time to Make History!"
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 15 Jan 2026
Zayas faces Abass Baraou in a junior middleweight unification showdown Saturday, Jan. 31, at Coliseo de Puerto Rico in San Juan
DAVIE, Fla. (Jan. 14, 2026) — Xander Zayas is focused on making history.
The 23-year-old Read Full Story >>>
Weights from Trenton, NJ
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 15 Jan 2026
Trenton, NJ (January 14, 2026)--Weights for Thursday Night's card at the War Memorial in Trenton, New Jersey
Shinard Bunch 143.8 - John Paul Magalong 144.4
Jean Pierre Valencia 158.2 - Kenneth James 158.4 Read Full Story >>>
Pro Boxer and Recent Grad Returns for Fight Night on the Farm — Celebrating Stanford’s Boxing Community
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 15 Jan 2026
PALO ALTO, CA (January 14, 2026) — Undefeated professional middleweight boxer and Stanford alumnus, Dante “The Inferno” Kirkman (7-0, 3 KOs), who is the first and only student boxer in Stanford history to turn profe Read Full Story >>>
Jamaine Ortiz Aims to Derail Keyshawn Davis’ Undefeated Streak at Madison Square Garden
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 14 Jan 2026
WORCESTER, MA (January 12, 2026) — Super lightweight contender Jamaine “The Technician” Ortiz (20-2-1, 10 KOs) is ready to prove he belongs among boxing’s elite as he prepares to take on the undefeated Keyshawn Dav Read Full Story >>>
“No bad blood from me”- Good friends become better rivals – Clarke is ready for Cruiserweight title Clash March 13 in Perth – Thunderdome 53
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 14 Jan 2026
Friday the 13th of March, Dragon Fire Boxing hits the Metro City Arena for the first time this year for Thunderdome 53 with a stacked card.
One of the main events features undefeated Billy “Big Bosh” Quincroft 4-0 as h Read Full Story >>>