David Benavidez knocks out Zurdo Ramirez to claim unified titles at 200 pounds, calls out Canelo Alvarez
By Shakiel Mahjouri, CBS Sports, Sun, 03 May 2026
David Benavidez is where he always belonged. Boxing politics delayed his ascension, but on Saturday, he proved it was always inevitable. Benavidez shredded Gilberto "Zurdo" Ramirez to pieces in a night of several firsts as "The Mexican Monster" claimed the unified cruiserweight titles.
It took 50 Read Full Story >>>
Parade of champs
By Joaquin Henson, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 03 May 2026
Former world boxing champions were honored at the Pacquiao-Elorde Awards Night in the Grand Ballroom, Okada Manila last Thursday and they came with lots of stories to share.
Rolando Navarrete, Read Full Story >>>
David Surov outboxes Kevin Martinez at IBA.PRO Russia vs World
PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 03 May 2026
Lausanne, Switzerland – Kaliningrad hosted IBA.PRO Russia vs World on 1 May, bringing together Battle for the Contract bouts, an IBA Pro contest and a Russia vs World heavyweight team clash.
David Surov outclasses Kevin Martinez in main event
The main bout of the night saw Kevin Martinez (Me Read Full Story >>>
SHEEHY MAKES MATCHROOM DEBUT AGAINST GONZALEZ IN HOUSTON
PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 03 May 2026
Californian gunning for first pro title against Mexican on May 30, live worldwide on DAZN
Charlie Sheehy will face Jaret Gonzalez for the WBA NABA Lightweight title at the Fertitta Center in Houston, Texas on Satur Read Full Story >>>
PH chess wizard IM Christian Gian Karlo Arca tops FIDE May 2026 PH Under 20 Junior rankings
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 03 May 2026
Philippine chess wizard International Master Christian Gian Karlo Arca, the top player from Zamboanga City, has secured the top spot in the FIDE May 2026 Philippine U20 junior rankings – dominating BOTH the Standard (2396) and Rapid (2277) categories – besting all other players, male and female Read Full Story >>>
The Monster Prevails: Inoue Weathers the Storm to Outlast Nakatani
By Dong Secuya, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 02 May 2026
In a collision of titans that felt less like a boxing match and more like a high-stakes duel under the neon glow of the Tokyo Dome, Naoya "The Monster" Inoue defended his unified crown. Before a breathless, sell-out cro Read Full Story >>>
Naoya Inoue beats Junto Nakatani to remain undisputed, undefeated
By James Regan, ESPN.com, Sat, 02 May 2026
Naoya Inoue defended his undisputed junior featherweight titles with a unanimous win over Japanese rival Junto Nakatani on Saturday.
The judges scored it 116-112, 115-113, 116-112 all in favour of the champion.
In front of a sold-out 55,000 strong crowd at the Tokyo Dome, Inoue (33-0, 27 KOs) Read Full Story >>>
Benavidez vs. Ramirez: Experts Weigh In Ahead of Blockbuster May 2 Light Heavyweight Clash
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 02 May 2026
Fight Week Buzz Builds Around Benavidez-Ramirez Showdown
The boxing world is zeroing in on one of the most anticipated light heavyweight matchups of the year as David Benavidez and Read Full Story >>>
The new Mexi-kings: Can David Benavidez and 'Zurdo' Ramirez claim boxing's most important date?
By Alan Dawson, Yahoo! Sports, Sat, 02 May 2026
LAS VEGAS — On Saturday, May 2, one fighter will forever change the landscape of North American boxing.
In one corner, we’ll see Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez put his unified cruiserweight world championship belts on the line against David Benavidez, who, in the other corner, fights for the fi Read Full Story >>>
David Benavidez, Zurdo Ramirez keep things respectful ahead of Saturday's megafight
By Steven Muehlhausen, DAZN News, Sat, 02 May 2026
The entire buildup towards the David Benavidez and Zurdo Ramirez WBA/WBO cruiserweight title showdown has been respectful throughout. But would that change as they had their one final staredown ahead of Saturday's DAZN PPV headliner from Las Vegas on Friday at the ceremonial weigh-in?
The answer Read Full Story >>>
Tsendy Erdenebat Wins Clear-Cut Unanimous Decision over Cobia Breedy in Main Event of ProBoxTV from Live! Casino Hotel Maryland
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 02 May 2026
Francois Scarboro Jr. Wins Fan-Friendly Unanimous Decision over Nicaragua’s Maxwel Montes
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Rolando Dy: Meet Bad Boy’s good boy
By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Sat, 02 May 2026
His once-famous dad left him when he was 10 months old but bare-knuckle world champion Rolando Gabriel Dy does not harbor any ill feeling towards his namesake, former World Boxing Council super-featherweight champion Rolando Navarrete.
“I didn’t grow up with him because he and my mom had a fa Read Full Story >>>
Coach Ederwin Estavillo is ready
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 02 May 2026
Coach Ederwin Estavillo, with the support of General Trias City Mayor Jon Jon Ferrer, is ready to field three teams for the opening of the 2026 Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers of the Philippines Inc. - IIEE Midyear National Convention Chess Tournament on May 8, 2026, at the Eagle Ridge Read Full Story >>>
WOLVERHAMPTON FIGHT WEEK: OFFICIAL WEIGH-IN RESULTS AND FIGHT NIGHT RUNNING ORDER CONFIRMED FOR WALKER-EGGINGTON
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 02 May 2026
A raucous atmosphere greeted Conah Walker and Sam Eggington as they faced-off for a final time at the official Weigh-In ahead of Saturday’s explosive all-Midlands derby in Wolverhampton – live on the Global Home o Read Full Story >>>
Cebuano Elmo Traya Eyes WBF World Title in Georgia
By Carlos Costa, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 02 May 2026
Mandaue City’s Elmo "Money Punch" Traya is ready for war. Traya (16-6, 11 KOs) weighed in at 72 kilos for his 12-round main event against Georgia’s Givi Todua (5-4, 2 KOs), who came in at 72.45 kilos.
They clash Sat Read Full Story >>>
Jeter Promotions Yvgeniy Pavlov on a Championship Track
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 02 May 2026
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 wil Read Full Story >>>
2nd SIGLO 100km Ultramarathon set May 30-31
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 02 May 2026
THE much-awaited second SIGLO 100km Ultramarathon will be held on May 30 & 31 in-and- out back course at the Magsaysay Park in Sta. Ana Avenue, Davao City.
“This seldom happens in ultrarunning, it’s usually just pain and glory,” said race director Rod Lanorias of the Alpha Phi Omega.
But Read Full Story >>>
Let's Go to San Manuel, Tarlac
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 02 May 2026
San Manuel, Tarlac Mayor Donya Cresencia Tesoro is spearheading a two-day chess fest scheduled on May 22 and 23, 2026.
Joining Mayor Tesoro in organizing the chess tournament, simultaneous exhibition, and chess clinic are Jaasiel Laine Tolentino, Rafael "Rafa" Garcia, Anjelo Joshua Cabuyan Pabun Read Full Story >>>
Inoue vs Nakatani Make Weight, Set for Historic Showdown
By Carlos Costa, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 01 May 2026
The Tokyo Dome is ready for the most exciting action ever! Undefeated boxing stars Naoya "Monster" Inoue and Junto "Big Bang" Nakatani both made weight for their undisputed world title clash, setting the stage fo Read Full Story >>>
Inoue vs Nakatani & Benavidez vs Ramirez Makes For Blockbuster Saturday
By Chris Carlson, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 01 May 2026
A much-anticipated weekend is upon us with two major boxing events spanning from Japan to the United States. In the wee hours of Saturday morning in the US time zone, Naoya Inoue faces Junto Nakatani in a true super Read Full Story >>>
Who’s your pick: Inoue or Nakatani?
By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Fri, 01 May 2026
The biggest fight in Japanese history takes place this Saturday at the Tokyo Dome.
Thinking of flying there to be at ringside?
Better think again. Tickets are hard to come by given that the event is a sellout. As soon as tickets became available, they vanished in thin air.
The risk of being Read Full Story >>>
Magramo is new PBO super fly champ
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 01 May 2026
GIEMEL “Pistolero” Magramo is the new Philippine Boxing Organization super flyweight title after beating Marco John “Merciless” Rementizo last Thursday, April 30 at the Okada Manila in Paranaque City.
The Read Full Story >>>
Blow-By-Blow makes rousing return
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 01 May 2026
Manny Pacquiao Presents: Blow-By-Blow made a smashing return Friday as Giemel Magramo captured the vacant Philippine Boxing Organization super-flyweight crown at the Okada Manila.
Afte a six-month absence, Pa Read Full Story >>>
Kyle Amoroto rules China Pool meet
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 01 May 2026
Kyle Amoroto.
Kyle Amoroto delivers a dominant finish and claims the crown in the just concluded The Peri-Laili Cup 2026 CBSA (Chinese Billiards & Snooker Association) Chinese Pool 9-Ball Tour held at Wantai, Gymnasium, Read Full Story >>>
Inoue vs Nakatani Weigh In Results
By Niall Doran, Boxing News and Views, Fri, 01 May 2026
A look at the Inoue vs Nakatani weigh in results a short time ago in Japan ahead of the big fight at the Tokyo Dome in boxing.
Both made weight: The fight is official for Saturday, May 2, 2026 at Tokyo Dome.
Naoya Inoue: 121.9 lbs / 55.3 kg.
Junto Nakatani: 121.5 lbs / 55.1 kg.
Weight differen Read Full Story >>>
Zurdo Ramirez vs Benavidez (Fight Analysis)
By Ralph Rimpell, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 01 May 2026
On May 2, 2026, two-division champion and unified WBA (Super) and WBO Cruiserweight champion Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez (48-1, 30 KOs) will defend his titles against fellow two-division champion and unified light he Read Full Story >>>
WOLVERHAMPTON FIGHT WEEK FINAL PRESS CONFERENCE: EVERYTHING THAT WAS SAID AS WALKER AND EGGINGTON GET SET FOR SHOWDOWN
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 01 May 2026
Conah Walker and Sam Eggington traded their final verbal blows ahead of Saturday's powder keg Midlands derby in Wolverhampton – live on the Global Home of Boxing, DAZN.
The Super-Welterweight showdown headlines Read Full Story >>>
VARGAS AND WHITTAKER AIM TO SHINE ON HUGE ZAYAS-BOOTS BROOKLYN STAGE
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 01 May 2026
Rising stars land on blockbuster night at Barclays Center on June 27, exclusively live on DAZN
Emiliano Vargas and Ben Whittaker have vowed to dazzle on the very biggest stage, as their fights on the undercard of th Read Full Story >>>
Ariza warns don’t underestimate Floyd
By Joaquin Henson, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 01 May 2026
Colombian strength and conditioning coach Alex Ariza has an insider’s opinion on what could be the outcome of the Manny Pacquiao-Floyd Mayweather rematch, if it happens, on Sept. 19 in Las Vegas. Ariza, now living in M Read Full Story >>>
Weights From ‘Erdenebat vs. Breedy’ Event from Live! Casino Hotel Maryland & Broadcast Live on ProBoxTV
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 01 May 2026
Main Event:
Tsendbaatar Erdenebat 120.2 lbs. vs. Cobia Breedy 129.6 lbs.
Francois Scarboro Jr 130.4 lbs. vs. Maxwel Montes 130.2 lbs.
David Whitmire 149 lbs. vs. Jose Luis Sanchez 150.6 lbs.
Charles Harris Jr 1 Read Full Story >>>