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Manny Pacquiao enshrined in boxing’s Hall of Fame just as he

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Manny Pacquiao enshrined in boxing’s Hall of Fame just as he resumes his record-setting career

Manny Pacquiao’s fighting days aren’t finished yet, as he’s coming out of retirement at 46 for a shot at another title next month

Manny Pacquiao’s fighting days aren’t finished yet, as he’s coming out of retirement at 46 for a shot at another title next month.

No matter what happens in the remaining stage, it’s hard to find many better resumes than the one he already assembled in a career that landed him in the International Boxing Hall of Fame on Sunday.

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Manny Pacquiao fights back tears during emotional Hall of Fame induction speech

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Manny Pacquiao took his rightful place in the International Boxing Hall of Fame (IBHOF) over the weekend.

But unlike the rest of the class of 2025, his career isn’t over just yet.

The 46-year-old is gearing up to return to the ring for the first time in four years against Mario Barrios in a controversial WBC welterweight title clash on July 19.

Pacquiao looked like a shadow of his former self in his last outing against Yordenis Ugas back in August 2021.

Yet the WBC have chosen to rank ‘Pacman’ at No.5 in their 147lbs ratings while simultaneously sanctioning him to face a champion that is 16 years his junior.

Regardless of what happens in the ring next month, Pacquiao’s legacy is cemented.

And on Sunday, he joined former foes Floyd Mayweather and Oscar De La Hoya in the IBHOF with a ceremony at the Turning Stone Casino in Verona, New York.

Fighting back tears in an emotional induction speech, Pacquiao recounted his remarkable journey from the poverty-stricken streets of the Philippines to the top of the world.

“I came from nothing. Just a small boy from the streets of General Santos City. No shoes. No food. No chance,” he said.

“Just a dream in my heart. I know hunger. I know pain. I know what it means to be counted out.

“But I also know what God can do when you keep the faith and never give up…

“Boxing gave me a way out. It turned my struggles into strength, my failures into lessons. And my pain into purpose…

“It was not just for me but for my family, for the Filipino people, and to all the fans, and for the glory of our God.

“I never chase greatness. I just worked hard to be better than the Manny Pacquiao I was yesterday.

“I never picked the easy fights. I chose the hard ones.

“I moved up weight one after weight, not to protect a record but to test my limits.”

The Filipino boxing legend became the first, and to date only, fighter to win world titles in eight separate weight classes.

Pacquiao started his career at flyweight (106lbs), and picked up belts all the way up to super welterweight (154lbs) over the course of four decades.

Along the way, he beat a who’s who of boxing greats, including De La Hoya, Miguel Cotto, Marco Antonio Barrera, and Erik Morales, while he was rarely in a dull fight.

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Canelo vs Crawford: Turki Alalshikh Reveals Key Detail

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Turki Alalshikh and Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford

Turki Alalshikh recently revealed Canelo vs Crawford will take place on September 13. There had been rumours of a falling out between Alalshikh and Dana White, who was set to promote Canelo vs Crawford – but His Excellency has seemingly rubbished those rumours by confirming White’s involvement in the super-fight.

Canelo vs Crawford Set for September 13 – Turki Reveals Key Detail

Turki Alalshikh Confirms Dana White Involvement

On September 13, two of the best boxers in the modern era will collide for undisputed super middleweight glory. It will surely be an exciting build-up and an intriguing fight night supported by a talented undercard. Speculation has been swirling over key details of this mega-fight, including the venue, date and promoter.

Canelo vs Crawford: Turki Alalshikh Reveals Key Detail

Turki Alalshikh recently revealed Canelo vs Crawford will take place on September 13. There had been rumours of a falling out between Alalshikh and Dana White, who was set to promote Canelo vs Crawford – but His Excellency has seemingly rubbished those rumours by confirming White’s involvement in the super-fight.

Canelo vs Crawford Set for September 13 – Turki Reveals Key Detail

Turki Alalshikh Confirms Dana White Involvement

On September 13, two of the best boxers in the modern era will collide for undisputed super middleweight glory. It will surely be an exciting build-up and an intriguing fight night supported by a talented undercard. Speculation has been swirling over key details of this mega-fight, including the venue, date and promoter.

Turki Alalshikh has today confirmed one of those key details via a post on X, where he said: “My brother Dana will promote this fight It is the fight of Riyadh Season, and we have a deal with TKO to promote it and it will the biggest fight in boxing, and tomorrow I think I will tell the details and the platform and the place for this fight, me and Dana.”

Canelo vs Crawford

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Should Crawford (41-0, 31 KOs) be victorious, he will become only the second fighter in the four-belt era to become undisputed in three weight classes. This unique feat was first achieved by the GWOAT, Claressa Shields. She defeated Danielle Perkins to obtain the vacant IBF and WBO heavyweight titles.

Crawford will surely look to move and potshot Canelo, especially early on. The Mexican will need to cut the ring off more effectively than he did in the snooze-fest against Scull.

Stay with Big Fight Weekend for the build-up, fight night and all the post-fight fallout.

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Usyk Didn’t Hesitate When Asked If Tyson Fury Should Stay Retired After

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Usyk Didn’t Hesitate When Asked If Tyson Fury Should Stay Retired After Beating Him Twice

Oleksandr Usyk has given his view on the retirement status of Tyson Fury.

‘The Gypsy King’ walked away from the sport back in January just weeks after a second consecutive defeat to Usyk. The first was in May 2024 when he failed in a historic bid to become undisputed champion, and the rematch went the same way with Fury losing a unanimous decision after 12 rounds.

The announcement dashed hopes of Fury and long-time British rival and fellow former champion Anthony Joshua fighting, at least for now. Joshua – who also lost twice to the Ukrainian – has not fought since September when he was stopped inside five rounds by current IBF ruler Daniel Dubois, and has been recovered from an elbow injury since to prepare for a comeback in the second half of this year.

Fury has retired before and made successful comebacks to the sport, so he has precedent for it. Speaking to The Stomping Ground, Usyk was asked about Fury and whether or not he thinks he is really retired. When it comes to fighting ‘AJ,’ the former undisputed champion says he prays it happens.

Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury

“I think he’s not retired. I think Tyson continues training, continues boxing, because he’s a great man. Yes, Tyson Fury a lot of speak, blah blah blah blah blah, but he’s a great man … I believe in Jesus so I pray to say hey, help these two guys organise this fight. It will be a great fight, Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua.”

Right now, the man from Morecambe remains away from the sport and as such, Joshua is being linked with potential fights with the likes of Deontay Wilder instead, who makes his own low-key comeback later this month.

As for Usyk, he rematches Dubois in July on a bid to become two-time undisputed heavyweight champ.

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Fabio Wardley could next face Anthony Joshua’s ex-rival or forgotten

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Fabio Wardley could next face Anthony Joshua’s ex-rival or forgotten heavyweight in title shot

Fabio Wardley could face the winner of Kubrat Pulev’s WBA ‘regular’ world title clash with Michael Hunter.

The British heavyweight had an epic homecoming victory, knocking out Justis Huni at Ipswich’s Portman Road in front of thousands of stunned fans.

He was down on the scorecards after ten rounds but produced a moment of brilliance, albeit disputed by Huni, which sets him up for a big future at heavyweight.

Victory for Wardley saw him capture the WBA interim heavyweight world title.

He was previously ordered to face Pulev earlier this year, the current WBA ‘regular champion’ the belt above the interim title.

But Wardley accused the Bulgarian of ‘running scared’ and the fight failed to materialise.

Pulev is now set to face Hunter, a forgotten heavyweight, on August 23 for the belt after promoter Don King won purse bids.

And Wardley’s trainer Ben Davison told talkSPORT he expects it will be the primary option for Wardley next.

He explained: “[Wardley’s win over Huni] was for the WBA interim [title].

“I’m hearing Pulev and Michael Hunter might be getting a fight on, maybe [Wardley could face] the winner.

“We don’t know how these belts might fragment, so we’ll see. If there’s titles, that needs to be his priority.”

Wardley is unlikely to receive a shot at the full world titles for now.

Joseph Parker will likely be mandated to face the winner of Oleksandr Usyk’s undisputed title rematch with Daniel Dubois on July 19.

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And unless he beats either Hunter or Pulev, a former foe of Anthony Joshua in 2020, he is unlikely to be first in line.

Nonetheless for now, the Ipswich native will be delighted with his epic comeback victory.

And his promoter Frank Warren believes his trajectory is likely to spear him to the top.

“He’s the WBA interim champion, there’s another big fight on another big show on the 19th of July, four belts on the line,” he said.

“Somebody’s going to come away with those four belts and once that’s done, there will be some mandatories.

“And during that period of time, they’ll all get a shot, all the various guys will get a shot for their specific belts.

“For me, whenever Fabio feels he’s ready to go, we’re here to make it happen for him.

“We love working with his team, they’re such good people to work with, enthusiastic, get behind the promotion – it’s a promoter’s dream and makes it really easy for us to do it and put it together.

“We’re with him and we’re going to deliver for him.”

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Interview: Ricky Hatton hopes Anthony Joshua avoids

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Interview: Ricky Hatton hopes Anthony Joshua avoids ‘prospect’ Moses Itauma

Ricky Hatton spoke exclusively to Betway and spoke about the following:

  • Eddie Hearn and Frank Warren are at fault for Fury vs AJ fight delay.
  • The only fight for Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury is each other.
  • If they don’t fight, both should retire.
  • Anthony Joshua should avoid being ‘stepping stone’ for Moses Itauma

I = Interviewer
RH = Ricky Hatton

I: Do you think Tyson will come back?

RH: Tyson called it a day and I think we all took him with a pinch of salt. The fight has to be made now, we’ve been waiting 10, 12 years for it so are we going to wait another 12 months for it? Tyson and AJ are getting older, a little bit more miles on the clock and I can’t understand why it’s not taking place? I don’t think it can be the fighters. They won’t get more money than what they could from Turki Alalshikh.

I: What is stopping it then if it’s not the fighters?

RH: It must be Frank Warren and Eddie Hearn. Turki Alalshikh is putting down the money and lately, Frank and Eddie have been working together with the 5 v 5 which has been fantastic entertainment. Turki, with respect, is the money man but is letting the people that know the boxing (finer details) put the shows on, but they won’t get any more money than what they could now. Frank is Tyson’s promoter, and Eddie is Anthony’s promoter and Turki is saying here is the money so put the fight on. I can’t get my head around why it isn’t happening. It’s left me scratching my head. I don’t know what’s gone on but you have to think why is it not happening because none of this makes sense. I can only put it on Eddie and Frank.

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I: Who could you see Anthony Joshua fight next if it is not Tyson Fury?

RH: There’s only one fight I would like to see Anthony Joshua fight next and that is Tyson Fury. They should fight each other, and we have said for a number of years, boxing is the loser if the fight never happens and they’re both at similar points in their career. Tyson has had better days, Anthony has had better days, and it’ll still be as good of a fight, maybe even a better fight because they’re both at similar stages of their careers. People will still pay to watch it and it’ll still be a fantastic fight, but I only want to watch them fight each other and then they can put their feet up and enjoy what they worked so hard for and how proud they have made us all feel as British fight fans. I don’t want to see them going on and on and having fight after fight. Just fight each other and get the f*** out of there as far as I am concerned.

I: Could Anthony fight Moses Itauma at the end of the year?

RH: It could be a fight for towards the end of the year as Moses is a genuine prospect and from what I have been told, he is going to the very top. It might be a fight where he is coming up and Anthony is on his way down and it might be a good fight to make but I wouldn’t like to see Anthony being a stepping stone for one of our future world champions. I think he’ll be a future world champion but to knock out one of his heroes as he is going up the ladder doesn’t (sound good to me). We are a boxing family and if I wasn’t a boxer or a manager or trainer, I would still be a boxing fan and when you meet these people around the circuit like Dave Allen and Johnny Fisher and then Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury and George Groves… you’re not speed dialling them every week but you get a closeness to them and respect for what they have achieved.

You don’t like seeing them get hurt because it’s like watching a mate get knocked out. We will have to see though as it seems like Anthony Joshua and Eddie Hearn want to carry on the ride and we all have a choice but I am just saying as a British fight fan and a friend, I would like to see Anthony fight Tyson Fury next, there’s only one fight that needs to be made and if that isn’t made, I wouldn’t be bothered (about who either fight).

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Claressa Shields Knocks Out “All Men Cheat” Myth By

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Claressa Shields Knocks Out “All Men Cheat” Myth By Acknowledging Papoose Don’t

Remy Ma exposed Papoose and Claressa Shields relationship in 2024 while revealing that Remy and Pap were on the verg of divorce.

Claressa Shields assured her new relationship with Papoose is solid. In a new social media post, the GWOAT acknowledged her new boo’s loyalty in their relationship.

Remy Ma exposed Papoose and Claressa Shields relationship in 2024 while revealing that Remy and Pap were on the verg of divorce.

Claressa Shields assured her new relationship with Papoose is solid. In a new social media post, the GWOAT acknowledged her new boo’s loyalty in their relationship.

Claressa Shields Papoose

Still, Shields stood firm. Known for her dominance in the ring, she’s no stranger to scrutiny. Whether facing opponents or public opinion, she fights with the same resolve. Her message, simple and striking, reinforced her refusal to be defined by outside narratives.

The post also shifted how the public views her role in the ongoing saga. Rather than a rumored third party, Shields presented herself as a woman unafraid to stand by her partner. Love, loyalty, and defiance—each radiated from the carefully chosen caption.

As fans and detractors continue dissecting the moment, one thing is certain: Claressa Shields isn’t stepping back. She’s not only asserting her relationship but reclaiming her place in a story others tried to write for her.

With grace and grit, GWOAT made her intentions clear—on her terms. Papoose and Remy Ma’s divorce has not been finalized yet. Remy Ma’s boyfriend spoke on the reason Papoose punched him last week, revealing Pap discovered Remy was sleeping with Eazy after shaking the battle rapper’s hand.

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Terence Crawford Reacts To Keyshawn Davis Missing Weight

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Terence Crawford Reacts To Keyshawn Davis Missing Weight As Edwin de Los Santos Fight Gets Cancelled

Terence Crawford reacts to the Keyshawn Davis weight miss saga.

Keyshawn Davis’ fight against Edwin De Los Santos that was scheduled for tonight was cancelled after Davis came in significantly overweight for the fight. He was stripped of the WBO lightweight title as a result.

The fight against De Los Santos has since been called off altogether, and De Los Santos’ promoter Sampson Lewkowicz, has since issued a statement explaining what led to the decision.

We renegotiated 10 pounds, more money, but we concluded that Davis never tried to make weight; He was dancing on the scale. I didn’t want what happened to Haney and Garcia to happen. We canceled the fight.

Terence Crawford, who has a close personal relationship with Davis, has now reacted to the incident. Speaking after Davis’ weight miss, he told FightHype:

He said he outgrew the weight. Nobody knows his body. It’s time to move up.

When asked whether Crawford himself ever felt the same way about outgrowing a weight class, he said:

Yeah, 45, 40, 47. That’s why I moved up. All the weight classes, my last fight in the division was hectic. At 147, before I moved up, it was the same with 40, 35, the same way. I made weight though.

The weight miss potentially signals Keyshawn Davis’ time at 135 lbs coming to an end. He is expected to move up to 140 lbs and has already started receiving callouts.

Abdullah Mason vs Jeremia Nakathila will now headline tonight’s event.

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Tyson Fury waiting for Anthony Joshua to sign deal for comeback fight

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Tyson Fury’s manager has refused to rule out a comeback amid talks of a potential showdown against long-time rival Anthony Joshua.

Fury shocked the boxing world back in January after announcing his retirement from the sport. His announcement came just a few weeks after losing to Oleksandr Usyk for a second time. Following the defeat to the Ukrainian, many had hoped to see Fury and Joshua go head-to-head this year.

Joshua has not fought since sufferin a knockout defeat to Daniel Dubois last September. The 35-year-old is aiming to return to competitive boxing before the end of the year, following elbow surgery. Eddie Hearn – Joshua’s promoter – recently confirmed that ‘AJ’ is in discussions with Saudi boxing supremo Turki Alalshikh over a new multiple fight deal.

In an interview with Boxing News, Spencer Brown – Fury’s manager – provided an update on his star client’s future. “First of all, I think they’ve got to sign the deal first. That’s the most important part. What they’re very good at, the Saudi Arabians, is a course. A road, and they want to know what road it is,” he said.

“And if they can get the road in the right place, then they’ll sign whatever deal you want as long as you’re happy and they’re happy with it. But they think forward. So, it’s a great move for Anthony Joshua, isn’t it? A three-fight deal. Amazing. Amazing. Tyson’s retired. Like I say, we never know though, do we?

“But he’s very busy at the moment. He’s actually in the best place I’ve ever seen him. He’s 12lbs above his fighting weight as well. He looks really well. He’s happy. He’s got his kids with him constantly. Will he fight again? He’s the Gypsy King, who knows?”

Joshua has not given up hope of finally realising a bout with Fury. The Brit is not convinced that his rival’s retirement is final and appears confident that a fight could still materialise. The British pair agreed a two-bout deal in 2020 but saw plans scuppered when it was ruled Fury had to permit Deontay Wilder a trilogy fight.

 Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua

In a recent post uploaded to Snapchat, Joshua shared an image of himself watching Fury fight, saying: “One of these days I’ll be standing in the opposite corner. Ready and fully charged spiritually.” Fury himself has declared that he has nothing left to prove in the sport.

The ‘Gypsy King’ quickly dismissed rumours of a return to boxing, questioning the point of a comeback. “I hear a lot of talk about the Gypsy King returning to boxing and I ask this question: for what? What would I return for? More belts? I’ve won 22 of them,” he said. “I’ve been rumped, that’s it, fair play to them, they got their use out of me. But I’m happy, I am happy, content with what I have achieved and accomplished.

“I’ve been around the world and back again. And this is what retirement looks like for the Gypsy King, not too shabby.” He further added: “I’m in no rush at all, to come back to boxing and get my face punched in. For what? What would I return for? I ask that question. I am retired and I am staying retired. I have nothing to prove to anybody and nothing to return for.”

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‘We never know’ – Tyson Fury’s manager refuses to rule out comeback as Anthony Joshua

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‘We never know’ – Tyson Fury’s manager refuses to rule out comeback as Anthony Joshua nears new ‘amazing’ fight deal

TYSON FURY’S manager has refused to rule out a comeback with Anthony Joshua nearing a bumper new fight deal.

Fury announced his shock retirement in January – a month after losing to Oleksandr Usyk for the second time in 2024.

It has dashed any chance of a huge Battle of Britain bout against AJ – who was knocked out by Daniel Dubois in September.

Joshua has since had elbow surgery amid talks with Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh over a new multiple fight deal.

And Spencer Brown – Fury’s manager and associate of Alalshikh told Boxing News: “First of all, I think they’ve got to sign the deal first.

“That’s the most important part. What they’re very good at, the Saudi Arabians, is a course. A road, and they want to know what road it is.

“And if they can get the road in the right place, then they’ll sign whatever deal you want as long as you’re happy and they’re happy with it. But they think forward

“So, it’s a great move for Anthony Joshua, isn’t it? A three-fight deal. Amazing. Amazing. Tyson’s retired. Like I say, we never know though, do we?

“But he’s very busy at the moment. He’s actually in the best place I’ve ever seen him. He’s 12lbs above his fighting weight as well.

“He looks really well. He’s happy. He’s got his kids with him constantly. Will he fight again? He’s the Gypsy King, who knows?”

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Joshua, 35, snubbed the chance to rematch Dubois, 27, after his brutal KO loss at Wembley.

And now Dubois rematches Usyk, 38, on July 19 two years after his stoppage loss to the Ukrainian.

AJ’s promoter Eddie Hearn is still holding out that Fury will return to fight Joshua.

But the Gypsy King warned in May: “I hear a lot of talk about the Gypsy King returning to boxing and I ask this question: for what?

“What would I return for? More belts? I’ve won 22 of them. I’ve been rumped, that’s it, fair play to them, they got their use out of me.

“But I’m happy, I am happy, content with what I have achieved and accomplished. I’ve been around the world and back again.

“And this is what retirement looks like for the Gypsy King, not too shabby.”

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