Joe Hewlett
42 articles · World Boxing News
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Terence Crawford can become a five-division world champion and here’s why
By Joe Hewlett
Since Canelo's loss to Dmitry Bivol, many people believe Crawford to be top of the pound for pound list. Now at the age of 34, it seems as though 'Bud' is ageing…
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EXCLUSIVE: Eddie Hearn CONTRADICTED himself on Joshua v Wilder NEGOTIATIONS – says Shelly Finkel
By Joe Hewlett
Shelly Finkel has responded to Eddie Hearn and revealed he is expecting to receive a contract from Matchroom by Friday for Wilder to fight Joshua next. Earlier this week, Finkel told WBN…
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WORLD EXCLUSIVE: Deontay Wilder ACCEPTS Anthony Joshua terms with REMATCH CLAUSE for 2018 UK CLASH – says Shelly Finkel
By Joe Hewlett
Deontay Wilder?s co-manager Shelly Finkel has announced they have accepted an offer from Eddie Hearn to fight Anthony Joshua in the UK and are awaiting a contract from Joshua to confirm the…
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Maurice Hooker claims WBO super-lightweight crown with split win over bloodied Terry Flanagan
By Joe Hewlett
Terry Flanagan suffered heartbreak as he missed out on becoming a two-weight world champion after losing a split-decision to Maurice Hooker. The American won the vacant WBO world title, with the judges…
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EXCLUSIVE: Barry McGuigan discusses WBSS final delay, gives prediction for Groves v Smith
By Joe Hewlett
Question marks over the WBSS have been answered after Kalle Sauerland confirmed the super-middleweight finale will feature number one and two seeds respectively, George Groves (28-3) and Callum Smith (24-0). The WBA…
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David Haye: Retirement possible even with Tony Bellew revenge
By Joe Hewlett
David Haye has admitted his career is on the line Saturday night and he will contemplate calling it quits even if he emerges victorious. Haye is hoping to gain revenge following his…
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Road warrior James DeGale REIGNITES George Groves REMATCH UNIFICATION with Las Vegas redemption
By Joe Hewlett
James DeGale regained his IBF super-middleweight title, defeating Caleb Truax via a unanimous decision at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. Forget his fight against Emilio Correa in the…
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BRUTAL: Price ROCKS Povetkin, ends up SPARK OUT needing medical help following HUGE KO
By Joe Hewlett
Alexander Povetkin broke the hearts of David Price and the Principality Stadium after delivering a savage couple of hooks to end proceedings. Round three witnessed Price on the floor before the Liverpudlian…
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Kelly scores wide UD over ex-world champion Molina, wins for Cordina and Buatsi in Cardiff
By Joe Hewlett
Josh Kelly overcame a durable test in Carlos Molina as he cruised to a unanimous points victory to claim the vacant WBA International welterweight title. The North East boxer grabbed some vital…
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DRAMA in opening Joshua v Parker bout as dominant Morgan Jones is STOPPED with EIGHT seconds left
By Joe Hewlett
The opening fight of the Anthony Joshua v Joseph Parker Pay-Per-View event saw a shock defeat for Morgan Jones in dramatic fashion in Cardiff. The Welshmen dominated every round and looked to…
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EXCLUSIVE: Matthew Macklin on the rise of MTK Global, Canelo controversy and GGG v Saunders
By Joe Hewlett
MTK Global has enjoyed a rapid climb to the top of the boxing. The company manage and assist the majority of Britain?s best crop of talent including the likes of Tyson Fury,…
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EXCLUSIVE: Scott Quigg fights back on WEIGHT ISSUES, responds to Carl Frampton TAUNTS
By Joe Hewlett
Scott Quigg has come out fighting following the criticism he received for missing weight against Oscar Valdez. Despite producing a brave and gutsy display in L.A, the Mancunian was on the receiving…
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EXCLUSIVE: Lucas Browne airs views on Deontay Wilder win, eyes future WBC title shot
By Joe Hewlett
Deontay Wilder and Luis Ortiz were the first of three eye-watering heavyweight showdowns scheduled to take place in March. It was a classic encounter between the duo as Ortiz dictated the pace…
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EXCLUSIVE: Coach McGuigan blasts Eubank Sr’s ‘disgusting’ Fury tweet, calls for fine or corner ban
By Joe Hewlett
Shane McGuigan is the latest to condemn Chris Eubank following recent comments made on social media. English stated his concern for Groves ahead of his clash with Eubank Jr Senior referred back…
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EXCLUSIVE: Ricky Hatton doesn’t see Floyd Mayweather fighting Conor McGregor in an octagon
By Joe Hewlett
Rumours have circulated of another crossover super-fight between Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor - and this time in the octagon. Mayweather has flirted with speculation of a sensational switch after posting videos…
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EXCLUSIVE: ‘I don’t even have to train to beat McGregor’, Malignaggi hits UFC star where it hurts
By Joe Hewlett
It?s been nearly a year since former-two weight world champion Paulie Malignaggi decided to hang up his gloves following a glittering career. In between his punditry and ambassador role for Ultimate Boxxer,…
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EXCLUSIVE: Malignaggi warns Joshua on Parker, predicts Wilder fight won’t happen this year
By Joe Hewlett
On the arrival of Spring, the Principality Stadium have the honour of staging yet another Anthony Joshua blockbuster. The Brit heavyweight king will take on WBO champion Joseph Parker in a unification…
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Exclusive: Paulie Malignaggi labels Ultimate Boxxer ‘a pioneer movement’, aims to go global
By Joe Hewlett
Yesterday in Central London, Benjamin Shalom revealed his ambitious project in creating a new boxing format titled ?Ultimate Boxxer?. The event will consist of four quarter-finals, with 3 x 3-minute rounds, followed…
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EXCLUSIVE: Shannon Briggs reveals how David Haye cut him out of promised fight, questions relevance of Tony Bellew rematch
By Joe Hewlett
On Friday afternoon, Tyson Fury responded to WBN?s exclusive interview with Shannon Briggs to confirm his interest in taking on the American. The pair may not be able to agree on many…
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EXCLUSIVE: I’m coming to Manchester, find out where Tyson Fury lives! – says Shannon Briggs
By Joe Hewlett
Tyson Fury has been stripped of the lineal title after the heavyweight missed the deadline of January 31 to confirm an opponent for his comeback. In a message posted on social media,…