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September 14, 2025 Arjun Sharma

Former boxing world champion Ricky Hatton dies aged 46

It was in July of this year when Ricky Hatton announced his return to the boxing ring against Eisa Al Dah, and the match was scheduled to take place on December 2.

September 14, 2025 Divyaditya Singh

Terence Crawford Net Worth: How much does the American professional boxer earn?

Terence Crawford is among the richest boxers in the world and has earned millions in his 17-year professional boxing career so far.

September 13, 2025 Rounak Tewari

What is Christian Mbilli’s nationality? Know intriguing facts related to super middleweight boxer

In the first round of the Super Middleweight tournament in June, he knocked out Poland’s Maciez Sulecki and clinched the belt.

September 5, 2025 Arjun Sharma

Mike Tyson confirmed to fight Floyd Mayweather in exhibition boxing match in 2026

It is important to remember that a formal winner generally isn’t announced after the completion of an exhibition boxing match, which could be case during Mike Tyson versus Floyd Mayweather.

September 1, 2025 SportsTiger Staff

British legendary boxer Joe Bugner, who fought Muhammad Ali, dies at 75

Bugner, who officially retired from the ring in 1999 with a record of 69-13-1 (41 KOs), won multiple British, Commonwealth, and European titles during his storied career.

August 20, 2025 Arjun Sharma

Boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr detained in Mexico after US deportation due to alleged cartel connections

The Mexican prosecutors are alleging that Julio Cesar Chavez Jr was acting as a henchman for the Sinaloa cartel, which got declared as a foreign terrorist organisation by the US earlier this year.

August 10, 2025 Arjun Sharma

Hiromasa Urakawa becomes second boxer to die from brain injury suffered during Tokyo event

The death of Hiromasa Urakawa happened just a day after fellow Japanese boxer Shigetoshi Kotari died from a brain injury suffered during another match on the same card.

August 9, 2025 SportsTiger Staff

Japanese boxer Shigetoshi Kotari dies from brain injury sustained during his recent bout

As per the Japan Boxing Commission, Kotari along with the other boxer Hiromasa Urakawa were required to undergo brain surgery after the boxing event in Tokyo.

July 21, 2025 SportsTiger Staff

Former undisputed world champion Josh Taylor announces retirement from boxing due to eye issue

Josh Taylor went on to win a 2010 Commonwealth Games silver and a gold medal in Glasgow in 2014 before making it big in professional circuit

June 30, 2025 SportsTiger Staff

National level minor female boxer files FIR against her woman’s coach for sexual harassment

The parents want justice for their daughter who has had to go through such a bad phase in her boxing career which has destroyed her confidence completely and left her in void

April 6, 2025 Divyaditya Singh

Hitesh Gulia clinches gold as India end up campaign with six medals in 2025 Boxing World Cup

Notably, Hitesh Gulia was given a walkover in the final in the men’s 70kg category as England’s Odel Kamara couldn’t make it to the ring due to injury.

April 2, 2025 Arjun Sharma

WATCH: Nigerian boxer tragically dies after collapsing inside the ring during third round of match

Before collapsing inside the ring, Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju had fallen back into the ropes without being in any contact with his opponent.

March 22, 2025 Rounak Tewari

BFI election “paused” due to legal impediments

Justice RK Gauba played a primary role in halting the electioneering process following the favourable order acquired by the Delhi Amateur Boxing Association (DABA) and Himachal Pradesh Boxing Association (HPBA).

March 22, 2025 SportsTiger Staff

Heavyweight boxing icon George Foreman dies aged 76

The American was known as “Big George” and had a spectacular and enduring career that earned him an Olympic gold in 1968.

February 27, 2025 Rounak Tewari

Boxer Saweety Boora alleges husband of harassment and dowry

Back in July 2022, Boora and Hooda got wedded after knowing each other for more than seven years.

February 21, 2025 Arjun Sharma

World champion Daniel Dubois to miss title fight versus Joseph Parker due to illness

Daniel Dubios will not be defending his title on Saturday, February 21, against New Zealander Joseph Parker.

February 9, 2025 SportsTiger Staff

Irish boxer John Cooney dies after suffering head injury in Nathan Howells fight last week

In a tragic incident, Irish boxer John Cooney has died due to a brain injury sustained during a match against Welshman Nathan Howells in Belfast last week.

January 22, 2025 SportsTiger Staff

IBA writes open letter to US President Donald Trump to make boxing part of 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

Boxing is currently not part of the 2028 LA OIympics plan, but a final decision on its inclusion has yet to be made.

December 28, 2024 SportsTiger Staff

World Boxing forms new Asian body; Olympian Lovlina Borgohain named in Athletes’ Commission

This announcement comes after India got the right to host the World Boxing Cup Final in November 2025.

November 16, 2024 SportsTiger Staff

Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul: Fans react to high-voltage boxing match on Netflix

Some fans weren’t quite happy about Mike Tyson taking up the fight against Jake Paul despite the massive age difference between them.

November 16, 2024 SportsTiger Staff

Neeraj Goyat defeats Whindersson Nunes in super-middleweight ahead of Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul fight

The 33-year-old Goyat registered a win over Nunes in a unanimous decision (59-55, 60-54 X2) in a six-round contest.

November 16, 2024 Arjun Sharma

WATCH: Jake Paul salutes ‘GOAT’ Mike Tyson after defeating him by unanimous decision

Jake Paul defeated Mike Tyson by a unanimous decision with the judges scorecard reading 80-72, 79-73 and 79-73.

November 16, 2024 Vaidehi Singh

Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul fight fixed? Leaked script storms internet after Paul beat Tyson by unanimous decision

The fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul was one of the most anticipated bouts of the year and was pushed back to November 15 after health issues with Mike Tyson.

November 12, 2024 Divyaditya Singh

WATCH: Jake Paul gifts Mike Tyson pigeon ahead of much-awaited boxing clash

Mike Tyson is known for his deep connection with the pigeons over the years.

October 13, 2024 Arjun Sharma

WATCH: Boxers crash out of ring as fight ends in draw during DAZN Riyadh Season IV Crown Showdown card

Ben Whittaker wasn’t having the best time during the first five rounds of his bout against Liam Cameron, but he managed to do enough to stay in it.

August 11, 2024 Vaidehi Singh

Imane Khelif files complaint for online harassment after first Olympic gold medal win

It is to be noted that the controversy surrounding Imane Khelif and Taiwan’s Lin Yu-ting began after the International Boxing Association (IBA) disqualified them from the World Boxing Championship in 2023 due to XY chromosomes presence.

August 10, 2024 Vaidehi Singh

I am a woman: Imane Khelif reveals after winning gold at Paris Olympics 2024 amid gender row

With this win, the 25-year became the first Algerian woman to win an Olympic boxing gold medal.

August 10, 2024 Vaidehi Singh

Boxing’s inclusion in LA Olympics to be decided next year: Thomas Bach

It is to be noted that boxing events at the 2024 Games are being run by IOC after it stripped the International Boxing Association (IBA) of recognitions last year.

August 7, 2024 Vaidehi Singh

WATCH: Nishant Dev expresses disappointment after loss against Mexico’s Marco Verde; urges IOC to “look into such decisions”

Dev bowed out of the 2024 Paris Olympics after losing to Mexico’s Marco Verde 4-1 by split decision.

August 6, 2024 Vaidehi Singh

Lovlina Borgohain apologises in an emotional message after exit from Paris 2024 Olympics

The 26-year-old concluded India women’s campaign at the Summer Games, whereas Nishant Dev’s elimination from the men’s 71kg after defeat against Mexico’s Marco Verde concluded the contingent’s Paris Olympics campaign.

August 5, 2024 Vaidehi Singh

WATCH: Bulgaria’s Svetlana Staneva makes X gesture after losing her women’s 57kg quarterfinal bout at Paris 2024

It is to be noted that Lin Yu-Ting is one of the two boxers who have been amid the gender row controversy at the Paris Olympics 2024.

August 4, 2024 Arjun Sharma

WATCH: Terence Crawford defeats Israil Madrimov to become new WBA champion

Terence Crawford also addressed the potential super fight against Canelo Alvarez after his big triumph.

August 4, 2024 Vaidehi Singh

Paris Olympics 2024: When and where to watch Lovlina Borgohain’s 75kg quarterfinal in India?

The 26-year-old boxer from Assam will next take on China’s top-seeded Li Qian, who is a two-time Olympic medallist and a former world champion.

August 4, 2024 Vaidehi Singh

Mary Kom opens up on Imane Khelif’s gender controversy at Paris Olympics 2024

The Algerian athlete went on to beat Hungary’s Luca Anna Hamori by unanimous decision in the quarterfinals to ensure at least a bronze medal on Saturday, August 3.

August 4, 2024 Vaidehi Singh

Fans accuse of “cheating” after Nishant Dev falls short of medal in boxing at Paris 2024

The 23-year-old Dev entered the final eight after a win over Ecuador’s Jose Rodriguez.

August 1, 2024 Arjun Sharma

Paris Olympics 2024: Female boxer Angela Carini abandons fight in 46 seconds vs opponent who failed sex test; breaks down in tears afterwards

The inclusion of Imane Khelif at the Paris 2024 despite the failed testosterone and gender eligibility tests sparked a big controversy in the world of sport and beyond.

July 30, 2024 Arjun Sharma

Paris Olympics 2024 Boxing: Amit Panghal crashes out after losing 1-4 against Patrick Chinyemba

The 28-year-old was no match to the skill and precision of the Zambian.

July 29, 2024 Vaidehi Singh

What happened at Paris Olympics on July 28, 2024? – Check here

In this article, we will go through all the big news that took place on Sunday, July 28 at the Paris 2024.

July 28, 2024 Vaidehi Singh

Samoa boxing coach Lionel Elika Fatupaito tragically dies at Olympics village

Samoa has a sole representation in boxing. Heavyweight boxer, Ato Plodzicki-Faoagali, a two-time Pacific Games champions is scheduled to take on Victor Schelstraete of Belgium on Sunday, July 28.

July 28, 2024 Vaidehi Singh

Paris Olympics Boxing: Preeti Pawar beats Vo Thi Kim of Vietnam to advance to pre-quarters

India’s top medal prospect and the reigning world champion, Nikhat Zareen will take on a tough challenge in women’s 50kg category on Sunday, July 28.

July 27, 2024 Vaidehi Singh

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Paris Olympics 2024: What is India’s schedule for July 28, Sunday?

On Day 2 of the Paris 2024, some Indian 20 athletes will take the centre stage, which includes the likes of top medal contenders, PV Sindhu, A Sharath Kamal, Manika Batra, among others.

July 27, 2024 Vaidehi Singh

What happened at Paris Olympics on July 26, 2024? – Check here

In this article, we will go through all the big news that took place on Friday, July 26 at the Paris 2024.

July 26, 2024 Vaidehi Singh

2024 Paris Olympics Boxing: Nikhat Zareen gets tough draw; Nishant, Amit get bye

The boxing events at the Paris 2024 Olympics are scheduled to commence on July 27 at the Arena Paris Nord.

July 19, 2024 Vaidehi Singh

2024 Paris Olympic bound Preeti Pawar hospitalised; other Indian boxers complaint of uneasiness in Germany

The 2024 Paris Olympics boxing events will run from July 27 till August 10, 2024 at the North Paris Arena and the Roland Garros.

July 10, 2024 Vaidehi Singh

Paris Olympics 2024: Boxing schedule and venue at Paris 2024

The 2024 Paris Olympics boxing events will run from July 27 till August 10, 2024 at the North Paris Arena and the Roland Garros.

May 31, 2024 Vaidehi Singh

Nishant Dev becomes first Indian male boxer to secure 2024 Paris Olympics quota

With Nishant earning a place on the flight to Paris, India have now secured four quotas.

April 17, 2024 Arjun Sharma

WATCH: Nate Diaz smokes joint thrown by fan while promoting Jorge Masvidal fight

Jorge Masvidal talked about the supposed preferential treatment wanted by Nate Diaz recently, which led to difficulties in negotiating the boxing match with him.

March 18, 2024 Arjun Sharma

Somebody tried to steal my Lamborghini: Jack Doherty calls cops to explain incident at his property

Jack Doherty stated that the robber had got inside his property after climbing the fence, where his Lamborghini was parked.

February 9, 2024 Arjun Sharma

Will Ryan Garcia make MMA debut against Dillon Danis?

Dillon Danis had an interaction with Ryan Garcia after the latter went off on him during his Instagram Live.

January 30, 2024 SportsTiger Staff

KSI vacates his Misfits Boxing title belt; to focus on “other plans in pipeline”

The YouTuber-turned boxer beat rapper Swarmz and Mexican boxer Luis Pinenda to win the Cruiserweight title and defended later in a knockout game with gamer Faze Temper and professional boxer Joe Fournier.

January 25, 2024 Arjun Sharma

WATCH: Jake Paul meets John Cena; boxer pulls “Can’t See Me” on WWE star

John Cena also spoke about his retirement plan from in-ring competition in WWE during Impaulsive podcast with Logan Paul.

January 8, 2024 Arjun Sharma

WATCH: Ryan Garcia challenges Rolly Romero after cancelling fight with Devin Haney

Ryan Garcia spoke about how Devin Haney lost a shot at him due to limited PPV buys.

December 30, 2023 Arjun Sharma

Manny Pacquiao to face Buakaw Banchamek in exhibition boxing fight

This will be the second exhibition boxing fight for Manny Pacquiao after his professional retirement in 2021.

December 9, 2023 Arjun Sharma

Chantelle Cameron challenges Katie Taylor to rubber match in professional boxing

Cameron and Taylor have fought twice inside the squared circle, handing each other their first ever losses in the professional boxing scene.

December 1, 2023 Arjun Sharma

Mike Tyson faces pre-litigation settlement demand of $450k after punching man on flight last year

Mike Tyson went off on Melvin Townsend with hefty punches after he threw a water bottle at him, as per the lawyer of the boxing champion.

October 27, 2023 Arjun Sharma

Michael Blackson calls out Kevin Hart after signing Celebrity Boxing contract

There had been a lot of beef between Michael Blackson and Kevin Hart, the fellow actor and comedian, but it was quashed a couple of years ago.

October 4, 2023 SportsTiger Staff

Asian Games 2023 Boxing: Praveen Hooda settles for bronze in women’s 57kg

The Indian contingent now stands firm at the fourth place, making their best-ever result, winning 71 medals and counting to the previous best of 70 medals.

October 1, 2023 SportsTiger Staff

Asian Games 2023 Boxing: Parveen Hooda secure Paris Olympics berth in Women’s 57kg; advance into semifinals

Parveen is the fourth India boxer to seal the Paris Olympics quota after Nikhat Zareen (50kg), Preeti Pawar (54kg) and Lovlina Borgohain (75kg).

September 29, 2023 Garima Ranawat

Asian Games 2023 Boxing: Afghanistan boxer Mohammad Khaibar Nooristani provisionally suspended after failing doping test

Mani Jegathesan had released a stern warning and said that players found guilty of drug usage will be rooted out of the competition with immediate effect.

September 29, 2023 SportsTiger Staff

Asian Games 2023 Boxing: Nikhat Zareen confirms medal for India; secures 2024 Paris Olympics quota

Earlier, the reigning champion won her opening bout 5-0 to advance into the round of 16.

September 24, 2023 Arjun Sharma

Asian Games 2023 Boxing: World champion Nikhat Zareen defeats Nguyen Thi Tam 5-0 to reach round of 16

Nikhat Zareen is aiming for her first gold medal in the Asian Games, after finishing on the top spot at the Commonwealth Games last year.

August 24, 2023 Ojas Naidu

WATCH: Rapper Blueface gets stabbed by stranger at gym, unlikely to face Salt Papi

In an attempt to defend himself, the rapper, who was donning boxing gloves and chest protection, struck the man numerous times.

August 11, 2023 Ayaneel Sinha

WATCH: Mayweather and Pacquiao exchange words at press conference

The fight between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather in 2015 was one of the biggest and most iconic in boxing history, generating more than $500 million in revenue.

August 11, 2023 Garima Ranawat

Floyd Mayweather helps in evacuating 70 families affected from Maui Fires

The former boxer has been partnering with H&M to get clothing for the families that have lost their belongings in the wildfire.

August 9, 2023 Ayaneel Sinha

Logan Paul announces his return to boxing ring; to fight Dillon Danis in October

Among his many fans is five-time world champion MMA fighter Conor McGregor, who expressed his excitement to see Dillon back on his Twitter.

August 7, 2023 Ayaneel Sinha

Amir Khan’s wife Faryal Makhdoom hits back at Suzi Mann’s allegations of harassment and threats

According to The Sun, the pair have split up following the revelation that Khan had been in a relationship with another woman for months leading up to his anniversary with Faryal, with whom he has three children.

August 6, 2023 Arjun Sharma

Jake Paul arrives in army tank for boxing match against Nate Diaz; video goes viral

Jake Paul was accompanied by the rapper Lil Durk in his pre-fight entrance.

August 6, 2023 Ayaneel Sinha

WATCH: Jake Paul offers rematch to Nate Diaz in MMA just minutes after his win

Paul, the winner of the 10-round battle has put down a USD 10 million PFL offer in Diaz’s territory for the rematch.

August 6, 2023 Ayaneel Sinha

Jake Paul beats Nate Diaz in 10-round battle by unanimous decision

The judges scored 97-92, 98-91 and 98-91 in favor of Jake, in what was his first 10-round fight.

August 5, 2023 Arjun Sharma

WATCH: Tyron Woodley lays down challenge to Logan Paul for boxing match

Tryon Woodley also made a claim that Logan Paul was supposed to be fighting Dillon Danis on a boxing card, but he injured himself in the WWE.

Amir Khan hints at reunion with wife Faryal Makhdoom following marriage split rumours

The couple has been married for 13 years now and have three children together.

Canelo really don’t interest me: Terence Crawford on fighting Canelo Alvarez

Crawford instead said that he wanted to fight Jermell Charlo.

Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz presser turns into ugly brawl; video goes viral

Jake Paul recently took to social media to say that Diaz’s team was claiming assault against his security staff which resulted in the fight.

Los Angeles DA drops gun charges against Devin Haney

Haney is likely to fight junior welterweight champion Regis Prograis next.

August 1, 2023 Arjun Sharma

Jake Paul loses $1000 bet to UFC fighter Bo Nickal in peculiar boxing skill challenge

Jake Paul is scheduled to take on another former UFC fighter, Nate Diaz, in a serious boxing match on August 5.

July 11, 2023 Tanishq Sharma

OnlyFans star Astrid Wett threatens KSI’s MisFits to start her “own promotion”

On Monday, Astrid Wett took to her Twitter handle and posted a video where she slammed KSI’s boxing promotion.

June 25, 2023 Arjun Sharma

WATCH: Floyd Mayweather Jr’s 2-year-old grandson puts on shadow boxing masterclass

It has been reported that KJ has been with his grandfather Floyd Mayweather Jr recently, who is teaching him the sport of boxing from the ground up at such a young age.

April 13, 2023 Arjun Sharma

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Nate Diaz vows to f*** Jake Paul up just like Conor McGregor

Jake Paul tweeted that on August 5th we commemorate the funeral for Nathaniel Diaz as we send him in casket back to Dana.

April 8, 2023 Garima Ranawat

Shiva Thapa and Deepak Bhoria to lead Indian contingent at IBA men’s Boxing World Championships

Men’s Boxing World Championships will be held from April 30 to May 14 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

August 21, 2022 Abhishek Sandikar

WATCH: Anthony Joshua loses temper after losing to Oleksandr Usyk in Jeddah, video surfaces

Usyk beat Joshua on a split points decision.

August 7, 2022 Ritesh Pathak

CWG 2022: Nitu Ghanghas wins gold medal in Women’s Over 45kg-48kg, defeats England’s Demie-Jade

Nitu won the bout with a unanimous decision of 5-0.

August 6, 2022 Saurabh Ganguly

CWG 2022 Boxing: Nitu Ghanghas ensures silver medal, beats Priyanka Dhillon in semifinal

Nitu will now have a chance to fight for a gold medal in the Women’s minimum weight category.

August 4, 2022 Tanishq Sharma

CWG 2022 Boxing: Amit Panghal beats Scotland’s Lennon Mulligan to reach flyweight semi-final, assures medal

Amit Panghal will take on the likes of Zambia’s Patrick Chinyemba in the semi-final on August 6.

August 1, 2022 Tanishq Sharma

Who is Amit Panghal? – All you need to know about the world no. 1 boxer in 52kg category

He is the only Indian male boxer to win the World Boxing Championships silver medal in 2019.

August 1, 2022 Tanishq Sharma

CWG 2022 Boxing: India’s Mohammad Hussamuddin beats Bangladesh’s Salim Hossain 5-0, advances to quarterfinals

Indian boxer Hussamuddin won the match against Md Salim Hossain 5-0.

July 30, 2022 Vaidehi Singh

CWG 2022: Ghana boxer Shakul Samed suspended with immediate effect after failing drug test

Shakul Samed was set to take on Luc Jean Rosalba of Mauritius on Day 1 but failed to appear in the weigh-in.

July 21, 2022 Aakash Srivastava

Boxing at Commonwealth Games 2022: Schedule, Indian Contingent, and More

Shivaji Bhonsle was the first Indian to win a boxing medal at the Commonwealth Games in 1970 at Edinburgh.

July 14, 2022 Abhishek Sandikar

SHOCKING: Kickboxer passes away after being hit by opponent during state-level competition in Karnataka

The accident took place on 10 July during the kickboxing championship held at the Pai International Building in Bengaluru.

July 11, 2022 Tanishq Sharma

Who is Nikhat Zareen?- All you need to know about world champion Indian boxer

After competing in the 52kg category, Zareen now moves to 50kg category for the Commonwealth Games 2022.

June 13, 2022 Aakash Srivastava

Former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua leaves Sky Sports to join rival broadcaster for £100m

Joshua versus Usyk on July 23 will live stream on DAZN, which viewers will be able to purchase for £7.99 a month.

June 7, 2022 Abhishek Sandikar

WATCH: Boxer starts punching in air after suffering head injury during fight

The fight was for the new lightweight champion of the World Boxing Federation of Africa (WBF), where Simiso Buthelezi and Siphesihle Mntungwa were the contenders.

April 21, 2022 Ritesh Pathak

WATCH: Mike Tyson beats a fellow passenger on flight, leaves the man with bloody forehead

The viral video left fans divided over what happened was right or not.

April 19, 2022 Abhishek Sandikar

British boxer Amir Khan robbed at gunpoint in East London

The 35-year-old wrote how two men rushed him and pointed a gun while asking him to take off his watch as he crossed the road with his wife.

April 8, 2022 Aakash Srivastava

Floyd Mayweather’s trainer ‘very optimistic’ boxing legend will return to professional sport

Floyd Mayweather will take on Don Moore in an exhibition fight on May 14 on a helipad in Dubai.

March 31, 2022 Abhishek Sandikar

WATCH: “Keep My Girlfriend’s name out of your mouth”- Oscar De La Hoya and girlfriend Holly Sonders recreate Will Smith’s infamous moment at the Oscars

Former Boxing champion Oscar De La Hoya recreated Will Smith’s reaction in a fun way during an interview about his promotions and upcoming events with Fight Hype.

January 12, 2022 Ritesh Pathak

12 of India’s leading boxers including Sachin test positive for COVID-19 in NIS Patiala camp

All Covid-affected members have been put in isolation at a quarantine facility inside one of the hostels in NIS.

September 29, 2021 SportsTiger Staff

Philippine legend Manny Pacquiao announces retirement from boxing; Twitterati hail the legend

Notably, the Philippine legend retires now as the only boxer to hold world titles across four different decades.

July 13, 2021 Vedant Sharma

“I am someone who works day and night to achieve my dream”: Indian boxer Saweety Boora

In a candid conversation on SportsTiger’s new exclusive interview series “Mission Gold” she discusses about how it all panned out.