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WEIGHTS:
Xander Zayas 153.5 lbs vs. Abass Baraou 153.5 lbs
(WBO/WBA Junior Middleweight World Title Unification — 12 Rounds)
Referee: Roberto Ramirez Jr.
Judges: Oliver Brien, Patrick Morley and Jose R. Torres
Xander Zayas 153.5 lbs vs. Abass Baraou 153.5 lbs
(WBO/WBA Junior Middleweight World Title Unification — 12 Rounds)
Referee: Roberto Ramirez Jr.
Judges: Oliver Brien, Patrick Morley and Jose R. Torres
January 31, 2026 at 10:32 AM
WEIGHTS:
Xander Zayas 153.5 lbs vs. Abass Baraou 153.5 lbs
(WBO/WBA Junior Middleweight World Title Unification — 12 Rounds)
Referee: Roberto Ramirez Jr.
Judges: Oliver Brien, Patrick Morley and Jose R. Torres
Xander Zayas 153.5 lbs vs. Abass Baraou 153.5 lbs
(WBO/WBA Junior Middleweight World Title Unification — 12 Rounds)
Referee: Roberto Ramirez Jr.
Judges: Oliver Brien, Patrick Morley and Jose R. Torres
BOOTS BACKUP 🥾
Jaron Ennis is set to challenge the winner of Bakhram Murtazaliev vs Josh Kelly if no deal with Vergil Ortiz is made.
WBN understands promoter Eddie Hearn has already laid the groundwork for the backup option.
#BootsOrtiz #boxing
Jaron Ennis is set to challenge the winner of Bakhram Murtazaliev vs Josh Kelly if no deal with Vergil Ortiz is made.
WBN understands promoter Eddie Hearn has already laid the groundwork for the backup option.
#BootsOrtiz #boxing
January 31, 2026 at 9:40 AM
BOOTS BACKUP 🥾
Jaron Ennis is set to challenge the winner of Bakhram Murtazaliev vs Josh Kelly if no deal with Vergil Ortiz is made.
WBN understands promoter Eddie Hearn has already laid the groundwork for the backup option.
#BootsOrtiz #boxing
Jaron Ennis is set to challenge the winner of Bakhram Murtazaliev vs Josh Kelly if no deal with Vergil Ortiz is made.
WBN understands promoter Eddie Hearn has already laid the groundwork for the backup option.
#BootsOrtiz #boxing
MALIGNAGGI GOES BACK FOR MORE 👊
Paulie Malignaggi is fighting for history in Manchester.
BKB has confirmed Malignaggi vs Rolando Dy for the Super Welterweight World Title on May 16.
Now he chases a rare two-sport world title. 👑
#malignaggidy #boxing #bareknuckleboxing
Paulie Malignaggi is fighting for history in Manchester.
BKB has confirmed Malignaggi vs Rolando Dy for the Super Welterweight World Title on May 16.
Now he chases a rare two-sport world title. 👑
#malignaggidy #boxing #bareknuckleboxing
January 31, 2026 at 9:37 AM
MALIGNAGGI GOES BACK FOR MORE 👊
Paulie Malignaggi is fighting for history in Manchester.
BKB has confirmed Malignaggi vs Rolando Dy for the Super Welterweight World Title on May 16.
Now he chases a rare two-sport world title. 👑
#malignaggidy #boxing #bareknuckleboxing
Paulie Malignaggi is fighting for history in Manchester.
BKB has confirmed Malignaggi vs Rolando Dy for the Super Welterweight World Title on May 16.
Now he chases a rare two-sport world title. 👑
#malignaggidy #boxing #bareknuckleboxing
FIGHTER OF THE CENTURY 🏆
Floyd Mayweather reacted to being named Fighter of the Century by The Ring Magazine by thanking his family, mentors, and boxing’s major governing bodies.
Mayweather paid tribute to his father, while also honoring his late uncle Roger.
#FloydMayweather #boxing
Floyd Mayweather reacted to being named Fighter of the Century by The Ring Magazine by thanking his family, mentors, and boxing’s major governing bodies.
Mayweather paid tribute to his father, while also honoring his late uncle Roger.
#FloydMayweather #boxing
January 31, 2026 at 9:33 AM
FIGHTER OF THE CENTURY 🏆
Floyd Mayweather reacted to being named Fighter of the Century by The Ring Magazine by thanking his family, mentors, and boxing’s major governing bodies.
Mayweather paid tribute to his father, while also honoring his late uncle Roger.
#FloydMayweather #boxing
Floyd Mayweather reacted to being named Fighter of the Century by The Ring Magazine by thanking his family, mentors, and boxing’s major governing bodies.
Mayweather paid tribute to his father, while also honoring his late uncle Roger.
#FloydMayweather #boxing
CONFIRMED: WILDER vs CHISORA 👊💥
Deontay Wilder aims to land a shot at Oleksandr Usyk with a detour fight against Derek Chisora.
Wilder could have faced Usyk immediately but chose a dangerous warm-up in London. 🇬🇧
The Chisora fight happens April 4 at the O2 Arena. 📅
#WilderChisora #boxing
Deontay Wilder aims to land a shot at Oleksandr Usyk with a detour fight against Derek Chisora.
Wilder could have faced Usyk immediately but chose a dangerous warm-up in London. 🇬🇧
The Chisora fight happens April 4 at the O2 Arena. 📅
#WilderChisora #boxing
January 30, 2026 at 10:41 PM
CONFIRMED: WILDER vs CHISORA 👊💥
Deontay Wilder aims to land a shot at Oleksandr Usyk with a detour fight against Derek Chisora.
Wilder could have faced Usyk immediately but chose a dangerous warm-up in London. 🇬🇧
The Chisora fight happens April 4 at the O2 Arena. 📅
#WilderChisora #boxing
Deontay Wilder aims to land a shot at Oleksandr Usyk with a detour fight against Derek Chisora.
Wilder could have faced Usyk immediately but chose a dangerous warm-up in London. 🇬🇧
The Chisora fight happens April 4 at the O2 Arena. 📅
#WilderChisora #boxing
BOOTS BACKUP 🥾
Jaron Ennis is set to challenge the winner of Bakhram Murtazaliev vs Josh Kelly if no deal with Vergil Ortiz is made.
WBN understands promoter Eddie Hearn has already laid the groundwork for the backup option.
#BootsOrtiz #boxing
Jaron Ennis is set to challenge the winner of Bakhram Murtazaliev vs Josh Kelly if no deal with Vergil Ortiz is made.
WBN understands promoter Eddie Hearn has already laid the groundwork for the backup option.
#BootsOrtiz #boxing
January 30, 2026 at 10:33 PM
BOOTS BACKUP 🥾
Jaron Ennis is set to challenge the winner of Bakhram Murtazaliev vs Josh Kelly if no deal with Vergil Ortiz is made.
WBN understands promoter Eddie Hearn has already laid the groundwork for the backup option.
#BootsOrtiz #boxing
Jaron Ennis is set to challenge the winner of Bakhram Murtazaliev vs Josh Kelly if no deal with Vergil Ortiz is made.
WBN understands promoter Eddie Hearn has already laid the groundwork for the backup option.
#BootsOrtiz #boxing
Wendy Toussaint steps in to face Ammo Williams in a ten-rounder after Carlos Adames withdrew. 👍
#WilliamsToussaint #boxing #TeofimoShakur
#WilliamsToussaint #boxing #TeofimoShakur
January 30, 2026 at 9:15 PM
Wendy Toussaint steps in to face Ammo Williams in a ten-rounder after Carlos Adames withdrew. 👍
#WilliamsToussaint #boxing #TeofimoShakur
#WilliamsToussaint #boxing #TeofimoShakur
Zuffa Boxing 03: Ajagba vs Martin 🥊
In a first heavyweight showdown, Dana White drafts in the big men for Z03 on February 15. 👊💥
Full card announcement to come.
#ajagbamartin #Boxing
In a first heavyweight showdown, Dana White drafts in the big men for Z03 on February 15. 👊💥
Full card announcement to come.
#ajagbamartin #Boxing
January 30, 2026 at 6:28 PM
Zuffa Boxing 03: Ajagba vs Martin 🥊
In a first heavyweight showdown, Dana White drafts in the big men for Z03 on February 15. 👊💥
Full card announcement to come.
#ajagbamartin #Boxing
In a first heavyweight showdown, Dana White drafts in the big men for Z03 on February 15. 👊💥
Full card announcement to come.
#ajagbamartin #Boxing
GERVONTA DAVIS LEAVES JAIL ☂️
The former world champion left Miami custody after posting $16,000 bail.💰
Davis made no comment and hid himself under an umbrella, which he later discarded. 🌂
Images from Local 10 News.
#GervontaDavis #boxing
The former world champion left Miami custody after posting $16,000 bail.💰
Davis made no comment and hid himself under an umbrella, which he later discarded. 🌂
Images from Local 10 News.
#GervontaDavis #boxing
January 30, 2026 at 5:51 PM
GERVONTA DAVIS LEAVES JAIL ☂️
The former world champion left Miami custody after posting $16,000 bail.💰
Davis made no comment and hid himself under an umbrella, which he later discarded. 🌂
Images from Local 10 News.
#GervontaDavis #boxing
The former world champion left Miami custody after posting $16,000 bail.💰
Davis made no comment and hid himself under an umbrella, which he later discarded. 🌂
Images from Local 10 News.
#GervontaDavis #boxing
ADAMES vs WILLIAMS OFF! ❌
Carlos Adames pulls out of his WBC middleweight title defense against Ammo Williams due to illness. 🔰
A replacement is being sought to keep Williams on the New York card. 🗽
#AdamesWilliams #boxing
Carlos Adames pulls out of his WBC middleweight title defense against Ammo Williams due to illness. 🔰
A replacement is being sought to keep Williams on the New York card. 🗽
#AdamesWilliams #boxing
January 30, 2026 at 5:28 PM
ADAMES vs WILLIAMS OFF! ❌
Carlos Adames pulls out of his WBC middleweight title defense against Ammo Williams due to illness. 🔰
A replacement is being sought to keep Williams on the New York card. 🗽
#AdamesWilliams #boxing
Carlos Adames pulls out of his WBC middleweight title defense against Ammo Williams due to illness. 🔰
A replacement is being sought to keep Williams on the New York card. 🗽
#AdamesWilliams #boxing
Gervonta Davis Speaks at Bond Hearing as Lawyer Says He Is the Victim https://www.worldbox... #GervontaDavis #boxing
Gervonta Davis Speaks at Bond Hearing as Lawyer Says He Is the Victim
Gervonta Davis spoke during a Miami bond hearing as his attorney claimed the boxer is “actually a victim” following his arrest and release on bail.
www.worldboxingnews.com
January 30, 2026 at 5:16 PM
Gervonta Davis Speaks at Bond Hearing as Lawyer Says He Is the Victim https://www.worldbox... #GervontaDavis #boxing
THE PRESIDENT'S TRANSITION 🇳🇬
Over thirty years after his professional debut, Ike Ibeabuchi finally has his first official loss. ❌
The heavyweight's record had not been updated due to problems with proving the defeat to Kabiru Towolawi on Christmas Eve in Lagos.
#IkeIbeabuchi #boxing
Over thirty years after his professional debut, Ike Ibeabuchi finally has his first official loss. ❌
The heavyweight's record had not been updated due to problems with proving the defeat to Kabiru Towolawi on Christmas Eve in Lagos.
#IkeIbeabuchi #boxing
January 30, 2026 at 1:00 PM
THE PRESIDENT'S TRANSITION 🇳🇬
Over thirty years after his professional debut, Ike Ibeabuchi finally has his first official loss. ❌
The heavyweight's record had not been updated due to problems with proving the defeat to Kabiru Towolawi on Christmas Eve in Lagos.
#IkeIbeabuchi #boxing
Over thirty years after his professional debut, Ike Ibeabuchi finally has his first official loss. ❌
The heavyweight's record had not been updated due to problems with proving the defeat to Kabiru Towolawi on Christmas Eve in Lagos.
#IkeIbeabuchi #boxing
GERVONTA DAVIS THE VICTIM! ⛓️💥
As Tank Davis went through the motions of his $16,000 bail, his lawyer stated more would come to light on his charges. 🗒️
“Gervonta Davis is actually a victim here, and I look forward to establishing that shocking narrative in court." 👨⚖️
#GervontaDavis #boxing
As Tank Davis went through the motions of his $16,000 bail, his lawyer stated more would come to light on his charges. 🗒️
“Gervonta Davis is actually a victim here, and I look forward to establishing that shocking narrative in court." 👨⚖️
#GervontaDavis #boxing
January 30, 2026 at 12:36 PM
GERVONTA DAVIS THE VICTIM! ⛓️💥
As Tank Davis went through the motions of his $16,000 bail, his lawyer stated more would come to light on his charges. 🗒️
“Gervonta Davis is actually a victim here, and I look forward to establishing that shocking narrative in court." 👨⚖️
#GervontaDavis #boxing
As Tank Davis went through the motions of his $16,000 bail, his lawyer stated more would come to light on his charges. 🗒️
“Gervonta Davis is actually a victim here, and I look forward to establishing that shocking narrative in court." 👨⚖️
#GervontaDavis #boxing
Lopez vs Stevenson Press Conference Sets the Tone https://www.worldbox... #LopezStevenson #TeofimoShakur #boxing
Lopez vs Stevenson Press Conference Sets the Tone
Teofimo Lopez and Shakur Stevenson traded remarks as the final press conference set the tone for Saturday’s fight at Madison Square Garden.
www.worldboxingnews.com
January 30, 2026 at 12:24 PM
Lopez vs Stevenson Press Conference Sets the Tone https://www.worldbox... #LopezStevenson #TeofimoShakur #boxing
JOHN MURRAY JAILED FOR THREE YEARS
Former British and European lightweight champion John Murray has been jailed for three years after carrying out two violent attacks on women.
Murray pleaded guilty to strangulation and assault offences. He was handed a three-year prison sentence.
#boxing
Former British and European lightweight champion John Murray has been jailed for three years after carrying out two violent attacks on women.
Murray pleaded guilty to strangulation and assault offences. He was handed a three-year prison sentence.
#boxing
January 30, 2026 at 11:02 AM
JOHN MURRAY JAILED FOR THREE YEARS
Former British and European lightweight champion John Murray has been jailed for three years after carrying out two violent attacks on women.
Murray pleaded guilty to strangulation and assault offences. He was handed a three-year prison sentence.
#boxing
Former British and European lightweight champion John Murray has been jailed for three years after carrying out two violent attacks on women.
Murray pleaded guilty to strangulation and assault offences. He was handed a three-year prison sentence.
#boxing
January 30, 2026 at 10:40 AM
Shakur wasn't feeling it when Teo clenched his fist. 🤜😮
Fireworks are ready for Saturday night.🔥
#TeofimoShakur #boxing
Fireworks are ready for Saturday night.🔥
#TeofimoShakur #boxing
January 30, 2026 at 9:36 AM
Shakur wasn't feeling it when Teo clenched his fist. 🤜😮
Fireworks are ready for Saturday night.🔥
#TeofimoShakur #boxing
Fireworks are ready for Saturday night.🔥
#TeofimoShakur #boxing
Jaron Ennis vs Vergil Ortiz talks reignited 🔥
Promoter Eddie Hearn says Boots vs Ortiz is now being targeted for March 28.
#bootsortiz #boxing #ennisortizjr
Promoter Eddie Hearn says Boots vs Ortiz is now being targeted for March 28.
#bootsortiz #boxing #ennisortizjr
January 30, 2026 at 1:02 AM
Jaron Ennis vs Vergil Ortiz talks reignited 🔥
Promoter Eddie Hearn says Boots vs Ortiz is now being targeted for March 28.
#bootsortiz #boxing #ennisortizjr
Promoter Eddie Hearn says Boots vs Ortiz is now being targeted for March 28.
#bootsortiz #boxing #ennisortizjr
January 30, 2026 at 12:57 AM
Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. targets the winner of David Benavidez vs Gilberto Ramirez for the unified cruiserweight title following his comeback victory. 🇲🇽
#JulioCesarChavezJr #BenavidezZurdo #boxing
#JulioCesarChavezJr #BenavidezZurdo #boxing
January 29, 2026 at 3:51 PM
Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. targets the winner of David Benavidez vs Gilberto Ramirez for the unified cruiserweight title following his comeback victory. 🇲🇽
#JulioCesarChavezJr #BenavidezZurdo #boxing
#JulioCesarChavezJr #BenavidezZurdo #boxing
ZUFFA FIGHTER REJECTS WBC, WBO, WBA, and IBF ❌
In a world boxing first, Robert Meriwether III became the first boxer to go public with his desire to shun the major sanctioning bodies. 👑👑👑👑
"The Ring belt, the Zuffa belt. It's all I'm worried about," he said.
#beltsmatter
In a world boxing first, Robert Meriwether III became the first boxer to go public with his desire to shun the major sanctioning bodies. 👑👑👑👑
"The Ring belt, the Zuffa belt. It's all I'm worried about," he said.
#beltsmatter
January 29, 2026 at 3:12 PM
ZUFFA FIGHTER REJECTS WBC, WBO, WBA, and IBF ❌
In a world boxing first, Robert Meriwether III became the first boxer to go public with his desire to shun the major sanctioning bodies. 👑👑👑👑
"The Ring belt, the Zuffa belt. It's all I'm worried about," he said.
#beltsmatter
In a world boxing first, Robert Meriwether III became the first boxer to go public with his desire to shun the major sanctioning bodies. 👑👑👑👑
"The Ring belt, the Zuffa belt. It's all I'm worried about," he said.
#beltsmatter
Gervonta Davis Arrest Ends With Same-Day Release on Bail https://www.worldbox... #GervontaDavis #boxing
Gervonta Davis Arrest Ends With Same-Day Release on Bail
Gervonta Davis was arrested in Miami and released on bail the same day after being taken into custody on charges linked to an October incident.
www.worldboxingnews.com
January 29, 2026 at 3:02 PM
Gervonta Davis Arrest Ends With Same-Day Release on Bail https://www.worldbox... #GervontaDavis #boxing
What did we miss ❓🔰
September 13: Mbilli vs Martinez draw 📍
September 17: Mbilli vs Martinez rematch ordered ✅
January 28: Mbilli full WBC champion 👑
#WBC #boxing #mbillimartinez
September 13: Mbilli vs Martinez draw 📍
September 17: Mbilli vs Martinez rematch ordered ✅
January 28: Mbilli full WBC champion 👑
#WBC #boxing #mbillimartinez
January 29, 2026 at 12:25 PM
What did we miss ❓🔰
September 13: Mbilli vs Martinez draw 📍
September 17: Mbilli vs Martinez rematch ordered ✅
January 28: Mbilli full WBC champion 👑
#WBC #boxing #mbillimartinez
September 13: Mbilli vs Martinez draw 📍
September 17: Mbilli vs Martinez rematch ordered ✅
January 28: Mbilli full WBC champion 👑
#WBC #boxing #mbillimartinez
GOLDEN BOY HQ IN JEOPARDY 🏢
Oscar De La Hoya faces foreclosure risk in LA.
De La Hoya has defaulted on a $27M commercial mortgage loan tied to a downtown LA office building.
Roughly $23M is owed, and foreclosure proceedings have begun. 💲
De La Hoya is seeking a loan modification. 💵💵
#boxing
Oscar De La Hoya faces foreclosure risk in LA.
De La Hoya has defaulted on a $27M commercial mortgage loan tied to a downtown LA office building.
Roughly $23M is owed, and foreclosure proceedings have begun. 💲
De La Hoya is seeking a loan modification. 💵💵
#boxing
January 29, 2026 at 10:14 AM
GOLDEN BOY HQ IN JEOPARDY 🏢
Oscar De La Hoya faces foreclosure risk in LA.
De La Hoya has defaulted on a $27M commercial mortgage loan tied to a downtown LA office building.
Roughly $23M is owed, and foreclosure proceedings have begun. 💲
De La Hoya is seeking a loan modification. 💵💵
#boxing
Oscar De La Hoya faces foreclosure risk in LA.
De La Hoya has defaulted on a $27M commercial mortgage loan tied to a downtown LA office building.
Roughly $23M is owed, and foreclosure proceedings have begun. 💲
De La Hoya is seeking a loan modification. 💵💵
#boxing