Usyk Explains Why He Gave Up Belt to Avoid Wardley
Heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk explains his shock decision to relinquish the WBO title rather than face British star Fabio Wardley. Discover his candid reasoning and what's next.
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Lopez vs Stevenson confirmed for 31 January in New York
American boxing gets a major boost as Teofimo Lopez defends his WBO super-lightweight title against Shakur Stevenson on 31 January in New York. Read the full details.
Oleksandr Usyk hints at future after vacating heavyweight title
Oleksandr Usyk has hinted he is not done chasing undisputed glory after vacating his WBO heavyweight title, paving the way for Fabio Wardley. Get the full story on the Ukrainian's plans.
Usyk vacates WBO title to give young boxers chance
Undisputed champion Oleksandr Usyk surprises boxing world by vacating WBO heavyweight title, automatically crowning Britain's Fabio Wardley as new champion. Discover what's next for British boxing.
Usyk gives up WBO title to let younger boxers compete
Undisputed champion Oleksandr Usyk relinquishes his WBO heavyweight belt, promoting Fabio Wardley to champion. His manager reveals the move aims to give younger fighters a chance.
Devin Haney Becomes Three-Division World Champion
Devin Haney outboxed Brian Norman Jr to claim the WBO welterweight title in Riyadh. The American becomes a three-division world champion in a dominant performance. Read the full fight analysis.
Haney Targets Third World Title in Riyadh Comeback
Devin Haney seeks to become a three-weight world champion against Brian Norman Jr in Riyadh. The American boxer opens up about his controversial loss to Ryan Garcia and his relentless pursuit of boxing greatness.
Noakes vs Mason: From McDonald's to World Title Fight
Sam Noakes challenges for the WBO World Lightweight Title against Abdullah Mason in Saudi Arabia. Read how he went from a fast-food trial shift to a world title bout.
Rodriguez misses workout for baby's birth
Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez skipped his Riyadh open workout to witness his second child's birth via FaceTime. The champion defends his WBC and WBO titles this Saturday. Read the full story.
Usyk Vacates WBO Belt, Wardley Becomes Champion
Oleksandr Usyk has vacated his WBO heavyweight title, paving the way for Britain's Fabio Wardley to be elevated from interim to full champion. Discover the details behind this major boxing shake-up.
Fabio Wardley Upgraded to WBO Heavyweight Champion
Fabio Wardley is set to become Britain's newest heavyweight world champion after Oleksandr Usyk vacated the WBO title. Discover the incredible journey of the former white-collar fighter.
Fabio Wardley crowned new WBO heavyweight champion
Fabio Wardley is the new WBO heavyweight champion after Oleksandr Usyk relinquished the title. Get the full story on this major British boxing development.
Usyk vacates WBO heavyweight title, Wardley promoted
Oleksandr Usyk has relinquished his WBO heavyweight championship belt, with British fighter Fabio Wardley being elevated to full champion status in a significant boxing development.
Oleksandr Usyk gives up WBO heavyweight title
Oleksandr Usyk has officially vacated his WBO heavyweight boxing title, with Britain's Fabio Wardley named as the new champion. Get the latest updates on this major development.
Branson's £500m plan to revive Ashford ghost terminal
Virgin founder Richard Branson proposes ambitious £500 million transformation of Ashford's abandoned international terminal into thriving business and transport hub, creating thousands of jobs.
Zach Parker wins despite hand injury in title defence
Derby's Zach Parker overcame a serious hand injury to secure a points victory against Khalid Graidia in a gruelling WBO International super-middleweight clash. Discover how the British fighter persevered through adversity.
Joe Calzaghe's Unbreakable Boxing Record Stands Test of Time
Welsh boxing icon Joe Calzaghe's historic 10-year reign as WBO super-middleweight champion continues to stand the test of time, with current stars like Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr still chasing his legacy.
Wardley named mandatory challenger for Parker's WBO title
British heavyweight Fabio Wardley has been named the mandatory challenger for Joseph Parker's WBO International title, setting up a potential domestic showdown after his dramatic draw with Frazer Clarke.
Gaza War: The Urgent Need for International Justice
As the Gaza conflict continues, mounting evidence of potential war crimes underscores the urgent need for international accountability through tribunals and ceasefire enforcement.
Parker wins WBO interim title against Wardley
Former WBO champion Joseph Parker secures interim heavyweight title with dramatic victory over Fabio Wardley in Manchester showdown, positioning himself for future world title opportunities.
Wardley and Parker clash at heated weigh-in
Fabio Wardley and Joseph Parker came face-to-face in a heated final stare-down before their British and Commonwealth heavyweight title fight. Get the full weigh-in results and fight predictions.
Wardley and Parker draw in heavyweight classic
Fabio Wardley and Joseph Parker battled to a dramatic split-decision draw in an epic heavyweight showdown that saw both fighters tested to their limits at London's O2 Arena.
Joseph Parker stuns Zhang in heavyweight upset
Former WBO champion Joseph Parker delivers career-best performance to claim unanimous decision victory against dangerous Chinese heavyweight Zhilei Zhang in Saudi Arabia showdown.
Miss Panama breaks barriers as Grand International finalist
María Candelaria De León makes history as first Panamanian finalist in prestigious international beauty competition during UK visit, championing diversity and cultural representation.
ICJ: Israel's Gaza blockade illegal, must allow aid
The International Court of Justice has delivered a landmark ruling declaring Israel's blockade of Gaza a breach of international law and ordering immediate humanitarian aid access to the besieged territory.
South Africa files genocide case against Israel at UN court
In a landmark legal move, South Africa brings Israel before the UN's top court alleging genocide in Gaza, while Israel prepares a robust defence against what it calls 'blood libel' accusations.
Parker vs Wardley: Heavyweight Showdown Looms
Former WBO champion Joseph Parker faces unbeaten British star Fabio Wardley in a high-stakes heavyweight battle that could redefine both fighters' careers.
Wardley and Parker fight to dramatic draw in London
Fabio Wardley and Joseph Parker battled to a dramatic split-decision draw in a brutal British heavyweight title clash that left both fighters battered and fans demanding an immediate rematch.
International Football Calendar Shake-Up Explained
FIFA's controversial decision to prioritise Italy's crucial World Cup qualifier over USMNT friendlies sparks debate about football's international calendar and fixture congestion.
Political Titan Jack Spence Passes at 89
Celebrating the extraordinary life of Professor Jack Spence, the visionary political scientist who influenced generations of Westminster leaders and helped navigate Britain through European integration.
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