Heavyweight Boxing: News, Fights, Rankings & Updates

Dubai’s boxing scene heats up as Kubrat Pulev meets Murat Gassiev on Dec. 12 for the WBA Regular heavyweight crown.

Pulev vs. Gassiev set for Dec. 12 in Dubai: WBA Regular title on the line

October 16, 2025

Kubrat Pulev will defend his WBA Regular heavyweight title against Murat Gassiev on December 12 in Dubai.

Torrez Jr. returns vs Tomáš Šálek Nov. 15. Here’s why the matchup exists—and who should be next if he dominates.

Richard Torrez Jr. vs Tomáš Šálek: November 15, San Luis Potosí, Mexico

October 16, 2025

Richard Torrez Jr. meets Tomáš Šálek in Mexico on Nov. 15—a clear tune-up after declining an IBF eliminator. What it means and what’s next.

Guido Vianello dominated Alexis Barrière, scoring two knockdowns and a Round 5 stoppage to claim the vacant WBC Continental Americas heavyweight belt.

Guido Vianello Stops Alexis Barrière in Five

October 12, 2025

Guido Vianello stopped Alexis Barrière in Round 5 to win the vacant WBC Continental Americas heavyweight title on Saturday night in Philadelphia.

In front of a roaring Sheffield crowd, Arslanbek Makhmudov dethrones Dave Allen with a unanimous decision to claim the WBA Inter-Continental belt.

Arslanbek Makhmudov Outpoints Dave Allen in Grueling Sheffield Battle

October 16, 2025

Arslanbek Makhmudov outpoints Dave Allen over twelve brutal rounds at Sheffield’s Utilita Arena to win the WBA Inter-Continental heavyweight crown.

Bakhodir Jalolov remained undefeated after an eight-round decision over Vitaliy Kudukhov in Saint Petersburg, yet the performance left observers questioning whether the rising Uzbek contender is losing momentum in the heavyweight ranks.

Bakhodir Jalolov Outpoints Vitaliy Kudukhov in Scrappy Eight-Rounder

October 6, 2025

Undefeated Uzbek southpaw Bakhodir Jalolov scored a routine unanimous decision win over Russia’s Vitaliy Kudukhov in Saint Petersburg.

Murad Khalidov Stops Sergey Kuzmin in Saint Petersburg Upset

October 16, 2025

After more than ten years away from professional boxing, Murad Khalidov (11-0, 6 KOs) shocked Sergey Kuzmin (19-3, 14 KOs) with a seventh-round knockout.

Justis Huni vs Kiki Leutele II Set for December 6 in Gold Coast

October 16, 2025

Justis Huni faces Kiki Leutele in a rematch on Dec 6 in Gold Coast. Huni looks to rebound after his first career defeat to Fabio Wardley.

Who Will Be the First Unbeaten Fighter to Take an L?

October 6, 2025

Which unbeaten heavyweight falls first? Odds are stacked against Fabio Wardley on Oct 25th, while Lenier Pero is expected win on Nov 1st.

What Steps Are Needed for Boxing Esports to Compete with the World’s Biggest Titles?

October 7, 2025

Boxing esports needs real tournaments, stronger communities, sponsors, and sharper gameplay to compete with global giants like CS:GO and League.

Canada’s Top Heavyweights

October 4, 2025

Canada’s greatest heavyweights: Burns, Berbick, Chuvalo, Langford, Ruddock, Johnson. Legends of grit and power who fought the best in the world.

British Title Showdown: Frazer Clarke vs Jeamie “TKV” Tshikeva

October 15, 2025

Frazer Clarke faces Jeamie “TKV” Tshikeva on Oct 25 in Derby with the vacant British heavyweight title on the line, live on BBC.

Kingsley Ibeh Stops Gerald Washington in San Salvador

September 30, 2025

Kingsley Ibeh scored a third-round KO over Gerald Washington in San Salvador. What it means for Ibeh’s future — and why Washington now faces retirement.

Jermaine Franklin Gets Decision Over Ivan Dychko

October 6, 2025

Jermaine Franklin edged Ivan Dychko by controversial unanimous decision in Las Vegas, leaving fans and pundits convinced the unbeaten Kazakh deserved more.

Joseph Parker vs. Fabio Wardley Confirmed for Oct 25 ‘All or Nothing’ at The O2.

October 6, 2025

Joseph Parker meets Fabio Wardley in a high-stake clash in London. Styles that mesh, real jeopardy, and a global stage.

Joe Bugner (1950–2025): The reluctant contender who went the distance with giants

September 21, 2025

Hungarian-born heavyweight Joe Bugner, who went the distance with Ali and Frazier, dies at 75 after a remarkable, turbulent boxing career.