Freddie Roach ignored his mentor's best advice, and changed boxing history in the process
By Kevin Iole, KevinIole.com, Sat, 17 May 2025
Eddie Futch said it so often, it echoed in Freddie Roach’s head long after he’d ended his own career as a boxer in favor of training them. “Whatever you do, kid, don’t open your own gym.” Futch, the legendary trainer who guided four of the five men who defeated Muhammad Ali, believed  Read Full Story >>>

Boxing: Sport Entertainment or Entertainment Sport (Part Two)
By Teodoro Medina Reynoso, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 16 May 2025

In the previous article on the subject, we discussed the three basic fighting styles (the KO puncher, the boxer-puncher, and the master boxer) and also a fourth special type of fighter—the ultimate performer—that makes bo  Read Full Story >>>

NYC PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES: BERLANGA VS. SHEERAZ / SHAKUR STEVENSON VS. WILLIAM ZEPEDA
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 16 May 2025

NEW YORK, NY – May 15, 2025 – To kick off the massive Ring Magazine III doubleheader, Ring Magazine’s No. 9-ranked Edgar “The Chosen One” Berlanga and No.3-ranked Hamzah Sheeraz, along with No. 4-ranked   Read Full Story >>>

HALL OF FAME TRAINER FREDDIE ROACH TO BE HONORED BY THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES IN PUBLIC CEREMONY AT FREDDIE'S GYM!
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 16 May 2025

Government Officials and Friends to Celebrate Wild Card Boxing Club's 30th Anniversary as Hollywood's Home of World Champions This Sunday, May 18, at 1:30 P.M. PDT HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA (May 15, 2025) -- Call it a   Read Full Story >>>

HALL OF FAME BROADCASTER JIM LAMPLEY TO PARTICIPATE IN 2025 HALL OF FAME WEEKEND FESTIVITIES
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 16 May 2025

Annual Hall of Fame Weekend celebration set for June 5 - 8 CANASTOTA, NY - MAY 15, 2025 - The International Boxing Hall of Fame and Museum is pleased to announce that Hall of Fame broadcaster Jim Lampley will  Read Full Story >>>

Pacquiao closes on return after election loss: 'Looks that way'
By Phil D. Jay, World Boxing News, Fri, 16 May 2025
World Boxing News has learned that Manny Pacquiao looks to be returning after losing the Philippine Senate election. Mario Barrios’ trainer, Bob Santos, has regularly informed WBN of the situation. The former Trainer of the Year had his fingers crossed that the boxing legend would give the gree  Read Full Story >>>

Minnesota, Indiana Back Again in the Eastern and Western Conference Finals
By Teodoro Medina Reynoso, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 15 May 2025

The Minnesota Timberwolves eliminated the Stephen Curry-less Golden State Warriors with a fifth-game 121-110 victory at the Target Center in Minneapolis. The Timberwolves thus joined the Indiana Pacers, also a 4-1 ser  Read Full Story >>>

Floyd Mayweather Sr Didn’t Hesitate When Asked If His Son Plans To Make A Comeback Like Pacquiao
By Toby Morgan, SecondsOut.com, Thu, 15 May 2025
Manny Pacquiao is set to make a sensational return to boxing in a matter of weeks and some boxing fans have speculated whether Floyd Mayweather Jr could follow suit. Pacquiao will face reigning WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios at an unconfirmed location in Las Vegas on Saturday July 19.   Read Full Story >>>

Manny Pacquiao concedes after 18th-place finish in Philippine Senatorial election; ring return imminent
By Jake Donovan, Yahoo! Sports, Thu, 15 May 2025
Manny Pacquiao will not enter the International Boxing Hall of Fame as a sitting senator. The former eight-division champion was unsuccessful in his bid for a second run as a senator, conceding the race Wednesday night. The 2025 Philippine Election ended with Pacquiao well outside the top 12 slot  Read Full Story >>>

Arum downplays ‘Thrilla’ rematch
By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Thu, 15 May 2025
Hall of Fame promoter Bob Arum feels Mexican banger Emanuel Navarrete won’t be ready to face Charly Suarez in time for the 50th year celebration of the Thrilla in Manila on 28 September at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Besides, the Top Rank chief insists the California State Athletic Commission (  Read Full Story >>>

In Jonathan’s memory
By Joaquin Henson, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 15 May 2025

Jonathan Peñalosa. Former WBA flyweight title challenger and boxing coach Jonathan Peñalosa passed away at 9:30 pm last April 28, succumbing to colon cancer a week before he would’ve turned 58. But while Peñal  Read Full Story >>>

WATCH: HITCHINS AND KAMBOSOS JR IN INTENSE FACE-OFF WITH ONE MONTH UNTIL NYC SHOWDOWN
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 15 May 2025

Tickets on sale now as Brooklyn ace defends World crown against Australian former ruler on June 14 Richardson Hitchins and George Kambosos Jr met in an intense face-off in New York as we hit one month to   Read Full Story >>>

Toledo-Xignex Trojans finally win the PCAP online team chess tournament
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 15 May 2025
The Toledo Xignex Trojans finally won the Professional Chess Association of the Philippines (PCAP) online team chess tournament through the Chess.com platform on Wednesday, May 14, 2025. The Atty. Jeah Gacang, Sir John Signe, and NM Rafael "Jojo" Legaspi-backed Toledo defeated the Pasig City King  Read Full Story >>>

Former WBA Super Bantamweight Champion Nazarena Romero to Exercise Immediate Rematch Clause Against Mayelli Flores Rosquero
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 15 May 2025

May 14, 2025 – Now former WBA Super Bantamweight World Champion Nazarena “Capricho” Romero will be immediately exercising her contracted rematch clause against new champion Mayelli Flores Rosquero. Cordoba, Argentina�  Read Full Story >>>

Oscar De La Hoya: Golden and talented
By John Raspanti, MaxBoxing.com, Thu, 15 May 2025
A little over 30 years ago, Oscar De La Hoya captured his first of eight world titles. De La Hoya stopped one Jimmi Bredahl, who entered the ring as the reigning WBO super featherweight champion. The fight was hardly competitive. Both fighters were undefeated. Most had heard of De La Hoya, the 1  Read Full Story >>>

Pacquiao's Controversial WBC Ranking Explained: "Legend" Status Cited Amid July Return
By Dong Secuya, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 15 May 2025

The boxing world is buzzing after the World Boxing Council (WBC) ranked the 46-year-old Manny Pacquiao at number five in the welterweight division, despite his four-year hiatus from the ring. This move has drawn significa  Read Full Story >>>

No-contest ruling awaited
By Joaquin Henson, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 15 May 2025

The word is the California State Athletic Commission (CSAC) will declare the recent WBO superfeatherweight title fight between defending champion Emanuel Navarrete and Charly Suarez a no-contest as if it never happen  Read Full Story >>>

FISHER VS. ALLEN 2 + UNDERCARD FINAL PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 15 May 2025

Eddie Hearn, Matchroom Sport Chairman: "Welcome to a lovely evening in London ahead of what will be a wild night at the Copper Bosh on Saturday. It’s going to be nice and rowdy in there and just about 100  Read Full Story >>>

Tyler Langer Defeats Raphael Carolina By Unanimous Decision in Headline Bout of Jeter Promotions Card at Rosecroft Raceway in Fort Washington, Maryland
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 15 May 2025
Nasheed Smith, Ezri Turner, Nico Woods & Bradley Scott Stay Undefeated Fort Washington, MD (May 14, 2025)-Tyler Langer won a six-round unanimous decision to win the NBA Cruiserweight Title over Raphael Carolina in bout that headlined an eight-bout card at Rosecroft Raceway. The exciting night   Read Full Story >>>

Bob Arum Sends 5 Word Warning To Manny Pacquiao On World Title Fight Comeback Against Barrios
By Toby Morgan, SecondsOut.com, Thu, 15 May 2025
Bob Arum has sent a stern word of warning to the returning Manny Pacquiao. The 46-year-old from the Philippines will face WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios at an unconfirmed location in the United States on Saturday July 19, although it is expected that the fight will take place in Las Vega  Read Full Story >>>

Manny Pacquiao's 'Disgraceful' Return To Boxing Put On Blast By Analyst
By Grant Young, Sports Illustrated, Thu, 15 May 2025
On May 8, it was announced that former eight-time world champion and boxing legend Manny Pacquiao would be returning to the ring to fight WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios later this summer. Pacquiao is currently 46 years old, hasn't fought since suffering a unanimous decision loss against   Read Full Story >>>

Canelo vs. Crawford Bout Faces Date and Venue Shift
By Dong Secuya, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 14 May 2025

In a surprising turn of events, the highly anticipated super fight between undisputed super middleweight champion Canelo Álvarez and undefeated welterweight king Terence Crawford has undergone a change in dat  Read Full Story >>>

Manny Pacquiao eyes October WBC title defense in Manila
By Phil D. Jay, World Boxing News, Wed, 14 May 2025
World Boxing News understands Manny Pacquiao aims to defend the WBC welterweight title in the Philippines if successful against Mario Barrios. Pacquiao will announce his boxing match with Barrios in the coming days after losing out in a bid to return to the Senate on May 12. The Pac-Man hopes to   Read Full Story >>>

‘Not emotionally damaged’: Tszyu speaks on bloody title revenge, makes major Pacquiao call
By Nick Walshaw , Fox Sports, Wed, 14 May 2025
Australia’s Tim Tszyu insists he carries no “emotional damage” from last year’s unforgettable Las Vegas bloodbath with Sebastian Fundora – and has already cleared space in his cupboard for the towering American’s WBC super welterweight title. Attending Wednesday night’s Main Event p  Read Full Story >>>

BoxingScene roundtable: Thoughts on Manny Pacquiao’s return
BoxingScene.com, Wed, 14 May 2025
Manny Pacquiao, now 46 years old, is strongly rumored to return to the ring in July to fight WBC welterweight titleholder Mario Barrios. Pacquiao was last seen in an official fight in 2021, suffering a unanimous decision loss to Yordenis Ugas. He has since fought in an exhibition against Rukiya Anpo  Read Full Story >>>

BROADCAST TEAM ANNOUNCED FOR “CHAMPIONING MENTAL HEALTH: A NIGHT OF BOXING” ON THURSDAY, MAY 22
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 14 May 2025
555 MEDIA AND BASH BOXING ANNOUNCE BROADCAST TEAM FOR CHAMPIONING MENTAL HEALTH: A NIGHT OF BOXING” CHARITY BOXING EVENT SET TO FEATURE A SLATE OF TALENTED SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PROFESSIONALS Televised Live on DAZN | Thursday, May 22, 2025 | Avalon Hollywood LOS ANGELES (MAY 13, 2025) �  Read Full Story >>>

UNBEATEN AMATEUR WORLD CHAMPION TIAH-MAI AYTON SIGNS PROMOTIONAL DEAL WITH MATCHROOM
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 14 May 2025

Bristol Super-Bantamweight set for pro debut this summer Teenage amateur sensation Tiah-Mai Ayton will turn professional with Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing after the 18-year-old put pen to paper on a long-term promotional  Read Full Story >>>

Shawn Porter Makes KO Pick For Manny Pacquiao’s Return Fight Against Mario Barrios
By Apratim Banerjee, Sports Illustrated, Wed, 14 May 2025
Manny Pacquiao's return lis official as the Filipino legend comes back to take on Mario Barrios for the WBC welterweight title. Pacquiao has been ranked at #5 in the WBC welterweight ladder ahead of the fight. Pacquiao is now 46 years old and his last professional fight was in 2021 against Yorden  Read Full Story >>>

Arum Targets Manila Rematch: Navarrete vs. Suarez 2 Eyed for Thrilla in Manila Anniversary
By Dong Secuya, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 14 May 2025

Boxing promoter Bob Arum is reportedly aiming to stage a highly anticipated rematch between Emanuel Navarrete and Charly Suarez in Manila this October, coinciding with the 50th anniversary celebrations of the legendar  Read Full Story >>>

Ron Johnson’s American Dream Presents & Nothing But Sportz Announce “The Caribbean Clash” Boxing Event at Miami’s James L. Knight Center on Saturday, August 9
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 14 May 2025
Miami, FL – May 13, 2025 — American Dream Presents, led by CEO and professional boxer Ron Johnson, in association with Steve Marcano’s Nothing But Sportz, proudly announces “The Caribbean Clash,” an electrifying boxing and entertainment event taking place on Saturday, August 9 at the James  Read Full Story >>>

Francis Chua is Fighting for Family in Comeback fight as he eyes Future fight with Harry Garside
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 13 May 2025

On the 30th of May, Dragon Fire Boxing hits the Metro City Arena for the second time this year for Thunderdome 50. The main event features the return of Francis “The Removalist” Chua who takes on China’s 4th ranked l  Read Full Story >>>