Heavyweight Boxing: News, Fights, Rankings & Updates

Former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury returns to the ring on April 11 against Arslanbek Makhmudov following consecutive decision losses to Oleksandr Usyk.

Tyson Fury to Return Against Arslanbek Makhmudov on April 11

February 4, 2026

Tyson Fury returns on April 11 against dangerous Arslanbek Makhmudov in his first fight since back-to-back decision losses to Oleksandr Usyk.

Jarrell Miller survived early pressure and closed strong to defeat Kingsley Ibeh by split decision in a messy but competitive MSG heavyweight fight.

Jarrell Miller Edges Kingsley Ibeh by Split Decision

February 1, 2026

Jarrell Miller edged Kingsley Ibeh by split decision after ten rugged rounds at Madison Square Garden, grinding out a hard-fought heavyweight win.

Deontay Wilder returns to face Derek Chisora on April 4 in London as both men near career crossroads.

Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora Set for April 4 Clash in London

February 4, 2026

Former WBC champion Deontay Wilder meets Derek Chisora in a high-profile heavyweight fight on April 4 in London.

Heavyweight contender Efe Ajagba takes on ex-IBF titleholder Charles Martin on February 15 in Las Vegas in a matchup of youth versus experience.

Efe Ajagba Set to Face Charles Martin on February 15 in Las Vegas

January 30, 2026

Efe Ajagba meets veteran southpaw Charles Martin on February 15 in Las Vegas, as the rising contender continues his push toward the top tier.

Kabayel withstands a strong opener from Knyba and scores a Round 3 stoppage, keeping his heavyweight momentum alive in Germany.

Agit Kabayel Stops Damian Knyba in Three

January 30, 2026

Agit Kabayel stops unbeaten Damian Knyba in three rounds in Oberhausen, using pressure and body work to secure a decisive TKO victory.

Sardius Simmons: The Flint Heavyweight Carrying More Than a Record Into Grand Rapids

February 5, 2026

Undefeated heavyweight Sardius Simmons continues his steady rise as he prepares for a Feb. 10 bout in Grand Rapids, building toward bigger tests.

Murad Khalidov Outworks Jose Larduet Over Ten Rounds

January 30, 2026

Murad Khalidov earned a unanimous decision over Jose Larduet after ten hard-fought heavyweight rounds in Moscow, continuing his rise in the division.

Jarrell Miller Meets Kingsley Ibeh on January 31 in New York City

January 31, 2026

Jarrell Miller returns against Kingsley Ibeh on January 31, 2026 in New York, matching a seasoned heavyweight contender with a dangerous, motivated rival.

Agit Kabayel vs Damian Knyba: WBC Interim Title

January 10, 2026

This Saturday Agit Kabayel returns home to face unbeaten Damian Knyba, aiming to stay positioned near the top of the heavyweight division.

Labinot Xhoxhaj to Defend European Title Against Pezhman Seifkhani

January 30, 2026

Labinot Xhoxhaj defends the European heavyweight title against Sweden’s Pezhman Seifkhani on February 14 in Lahr, Germany.

Lawrence Okolie Stops Ebenezer Tetteh After Two Rounds in Lagos

January 30, 2026

Lawrence Okolie stopped Ebenezer Tetteh after two rounds in Lagos, forcing a corner retirement in a one-sided heavyweight bout.

Tony Yoka Stops Patrick Korte in Round One

January 4, 2026

Tony Yoka stopped Patrick Korte in the opening round, landing a right uppercut that ended the fight immediately in a one-sided heavyweight bout.

Murat Gassiev Knocks Out Kubrat Pulev to Win WBA Regular Title

January 28, 2026

Murat Gassiev stopped Kubrat Pulev in the sixth round to capture the WBA Regular heavyweight title in decisive fashion.

Johnny Fisher Survives Early Scare, Blows Out Balaz in Monaco

December 21, 2025

Johnny Fisher rebounds from defeat with a powerful fourth-round knockout of Ivan Balaz in Monaco after surviving an early scare.

Oleksandr Usyk Wants Deontay Wilder Next

January 24, 2026

Oleksandr Usyk vacated the WBO belt and named Deontay Wilder as his top choice for 2026. Did he duck Fabio Wardley—or is this smart business?