“Pitbull” Cruz Battles Skilled Lamont Roach Next!
By Carlos Costa, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Oct 2025

Super popular Isaac "Pitbull" Cruz, the fan-friendly Mexican action star, will defend his WBC interim title against the taller and fantastically skilled WBA Super Featherweight King Lamont Roach (25-1, 10 KOs).   Read Full Story >>>

Eddie Hearn Warns: Dana White's Push to Amend Ali Act Could Hide Fighter Revenues and Undermine Boxer Protections
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Oct 2025

Dana White has openly declared that proposed amendments to the Muhammad Ali Act would usher in a new era in boxing—one led by him. But industry voices like Eddie Hearn are raising red flags, warning that White's v  Read Full Story >>>

SEBASTIAN "EL TRUENO" JUAREZ TRAINING CAMP NOTES
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Oct 2025

"I’m locked in, and I plan to show everyone why I’m the future of the middleweight division.” Sebastian Juarez LAS VEGAS, NV (October 9, 2025) – Red-hot middleweight prospect, Sebastian Juarez (9-0  Read Full Story >>>

WBC No. 2 Cruiserweight Ryan Rozicki reinjured
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Oct 2025
Ring return delayed for Canadian, Oct. 25 show postponed HAMILTON, Ontario, Canada (October 8, 2025) – Three Lions Promotions has postponed its October 25th boxing pro boxing event in Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada, due to headliner Ryan “The Bruiser” Rozicki (20-1-1, 19 KOs) reinjuring his ri  Read Full Story >>>

Joe Louis knocks out the goons from 'On the Waterfront'
By John Raspanti, MaxBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Oct 2025
The legendary Joe Louis was one of the greatest fighters who ever lived. He defended his heavyweight championship 25 times from 1937 to 1949, and won 66 of 69 fights with 52 knockouts. A little-known fact is that Louis fought three heavyweight contenders who, after their careers had ended, c  Read Full Story >>>

DAVE ALLEN VS ARSLANBEK MAKHMUDOV SHEFFIELD PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Oct 2025

Dave Allen warned Arslanbek Makhmudov that Saturday night – in front of over 8,000 fans at Sheffield’s Utilita Arena, live worldwide on DAZN – is his “world title fight”. The two heavyweights collide th  Read Full Story >>>

HANOI OPEN DAY TWO: CHUA, GORST, BIADO, SHAW AND DUONG CRUISE INTO LAST 64 IN HANOI
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Oct 2025

Defending champion Johann Chua continued his title defence with a crucial victory on day two, joining World No.1 Fedor Gorst, World Champion Carlo Biado, former Hanoi Open winner Jayson Shaw, and Vietnam’s own Duong Qu  Read Full Story >>>

BOSTAN AND FAWAZ TRADE VERBAL BLOWS IN SHEFFIELD CITY CENTRE FACE-OFF AHEAD OF TITLE REMATCH – LIVE ON DAZN
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Oct 2025

A cool and composed Junaid Bostan warned confident rival Bilal Fawaz to “enjoy the moment” as the pair came face-to-face in Sheffield today. There was no love lost between the two, who last January were locked to  Read Full Story >>>

Yoelvis Gomez Set to Face Unbeaten Antraveous Ingram in Title Clash on DAZN
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Oct 2025

Event Co-Promoted by Matchroom Boxing and Boxlab Promotions at Caribe Royale Resort ORLANDO, FL (October 8, 2025) – Yoelvis “La Joya” Gomez (9-1, 7 KOs), from Havana, Cuba, now fighting out of Las Vegas, NV, ret  Read Full Story >>>

Dante Kirkman Set to Make Southern California Debut Against Power Puncher Wesley Vanderlinden on October 23 at Fight Club OC
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Oct 2025

COSTA MESA, CA (October 9, 2025) – Undefeated middleweight prospect, Dante “The Inferno” Kirkman (5-0, 2 KOs), will step into the ring for his Southern California debut on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at The Hangar in Cost  Read Full Story >>>

8th AQ Prime FIDE Standard Open chessfest slated
By Dong Secuya, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Oct 2025
Everything is set for the staging of the 8th AQ Prime FIDE Standard Open chess tournament slated on October 11 and 12 at the Robinsons Metro East in Pasig City. Cash prizes will be given to the winners of the six round Swiss system competition backed up by AQ Prime Proprietor and President Atty.   Read Full Story >>>

A Filipino and an American Homecoming
By Emmanuel Rivera, RRT, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Oct 2025

Every celebration begins with the lives that gave it weight and meaning. Family, friends, strangers, acquaintances, colleagues, revered mentors, and the rare editors we meet along the way all help make our narrative complet  Read Full Story >>>

Tragedy Strikes Again: Arturo Gatti Jr., Son of Boxing Legend, Found Dead at 17 in Mexico
By Dong Secuya, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Oct 2025

Arturo Gatti Jr. The boxing world is in mourning following the shocking death of amateur boxer Arturo Gatti Jr., the 17-year-old son of late Hall of Famer Arturo "Thunder" Gatti. The young fighter was reportedly found   Read Full Story >>>

Golden State Making a Bid for NBA Title
By Teodoro Medina Reynoso, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Oct 2025

The Golden State Warriors are the last team to complete their preseason acquisitions, barely beating the deadline, but they made it count by getting the personnel they desired, hopefully to aid their bid for another ru  Read Full Story >>>

JOHANN CHUA LAUNCHES TITLE DEFENCE WITH DOMINANT START IN HANOI | 2025 HANOI OPEN POOL CHAMPIONSHIP
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Oct 2025

Johann Chua. Defending champion Johann Chua began his title defence in emphatic fashion, securing two commanding victories to advance to the Winners’ Qualification stage of the 2025 Hanoi Open Pool Championship.   Read Full Story >>>

RED-HOT CUBAN MIDDLEWEIGHT YOENLI HERNANDEZ: “I’M READY WILLING AND ABSOLUTELY ABLE TO FACE THE BIG NAMES IN MY DIVISION.”
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Oct 2025

HOLLYWOOD, FL. – October 8, 2025 – Rising Cuban middleweight star Yoenli Hernandez says he is ready for battle this Sunday, October 12, at Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood in Hollywood,   Read Full Story >>>

BOOTS ENNIS GOES HEAD-TO-HEAD WITH LIMA AHEAD OF 154LB DEBUT – LIVE ON DAZN
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025

Jaron Ennis went face-to-face with Uisma Lima in Philadelphia as he draws in on his Super Welterweight debut. The Philly local sized up the dangerous Angolan (14-1, 10 KOs) with both fighters ready to headline   Read Full Story >>>

ALLEN AND MAKHMUDOV MEET FOR FIRST FACE-OFF IN SHEFFIELD AHEAD OF HUGE HEAVYWEIGHT SHOWDOWN – LIVE ON DAZN
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025

Dave Allen tonight sized up the mammoth task that awaits him this weekend as he stood toe-to-toe with rival Arslanbek Makhmudov for the first time. The pair faced-off in Sheffield City Centre on Tuesday night to k  Read Full Story >>>

Amateur Boxer Tyrone Welch Dies After Match in Saginaw
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025
Amateur boxer Tyrone Welch, 22, died early Sunday morning, October 5, after a boxing match on Saturday at the Gideon Boxing Club on Hancock Street in Saginaw, Michigan. Welch left the fight in the second round after not feeling well and required immediate medical attention, which led to him being  Read Full Story >>>

AJ Lim Captures Fourth PCA Men’s Singles Title, Extends Dominance in Philippine Tennis
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025
Alberto “AJ” Lim Jr. once again displayed his mastery on the court after overpowering top rival Jed Olivarez, 6-2, 6-1, 6-4, to capture his third consecutive and fourth overall PCA Men’s Singles Open crown during the prestigious PCA Tennis Championships held in Paco, Manila on Sunday, October   Read Full Story >>>

THRILLA IN MANILA GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY 18: JOE FRAZIER VS. GEORGE FOREMAN FIRST ENCOUNTER - THE SUNSHINE SHOWDOWN
By Maloney L. Samaco, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025

After defeating Muhammad Ali by unanimous decision, Joe Frazier was awarded The Ring heavyweight title and became the lineal heavyweight champion of the world. After his knockout victory over Ron Stander, Ali tried to arr  Read Full Story >>>

5th Zhengxing Cup Philippine Xiangqi Rapid Open tournament on October 12
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025
The 5th Zhengxing Cup Philippine Xiangqi Rapid Open tournament gets underway on October 12 and 19, 2025 at the Eastern Athletic Association, Mezzanine, Cathay Mansions Building, Room M-103, 1407 Mayhaligue Street, Sta. Cruz, Manila. Jointly organized by the Philippine Xiangqi Federation and the E  Read Full Story >>>

Joey Canoy back in training; preparing to face IBF champ Beaven Sibanda in February
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025

THE ‘Baby Face’ Joey Canoy is now training back at the Sanman Boxing Gym in General Santos City. After more than a month of rest due to the death of his child last September 8, Canoy is back hitting the bags. In hi  Read Full Story >>>

RED OWL BOXING ANNOUNCES BROADCAST TEAM AND FULL FIGHT CARD FOR THIS FRIDAY NIGHT’S “BOXFEST XVI”
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025

LIVE ON DAZN | FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10 | COMMERCE CASINO, LOS ANGELES LOS ANGELES (October 7, 2025) — Red Owl Boxing has announced the broadcast team for Boxfest XVI, the latest installment of its acclaimed fight series, ta  Read Full Story >>>

Tyson Fury back in 2026?
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 07 Oct 2025

Tyson Fury plans to return to boxing in 2026, according to his promoter. Legendary British promoter Frank Warren says there is a strong possibility that former world champion Tyson Fury will return to the ring in 2026. He  Read Full Story >>>

Code red
By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Tue, 07 Oct 2025
Melvin Jerusalem isn’t taking any chances in his third defense of the World Boxing Council (WBC) strawweight crown against South African Siyakholwa Kuse on 29 October at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. “I am looking at him as a serious threat,” Jerusalem told DAILY TRIBUNE in Pilipino during a   Read Full Story >>>

THE PAST WEEK IN ACTION 6 OCTOBER 2025: Cecilia Braekhaus Retires After Defeating Ema Kozin
By Eric Armit, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 07 Oct 2025

Cecilia Braekhaus celebrates after defeating Ema Kozin. HIGHLIGHTS: -The great Cecilia Braekhus end her career in style as she outpoints Ema Kozin to win the WBC and WBO super welterweight titles and announces   Read Full Story >>>

SAVE THE DATE: MATCHROOM BOXING ANNOUNCES MONTE-CARLO SHOWDOWN VI FOR SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6 – LIVE ON DAZN
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 07 Oct 2025
One of the most prestigious dates on the calendar has officially been confirmed as Matchroom Boxing look forward to returning to the Principality of Monaco for the Monte-Carlo Showdown VI on Saturday, December 6 - in partnership with Société des Bains de Mer and Casino de Monte-Carlo. Streamed   Read Full Story >>>

Team Cebuana Lhuillier Finishes Strong in PCA Men’s Team Tennis Championship Finals
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 07 Oct 2025
Team Cebuana Lhuillier capped another impressive season with a finals finish at the 42nd PCA Men’s Team Tennis Championship, held on October 5, 2025, at the Philippine Columbian Association (PCA). The defending champions, who have long been recognized as one of the most consistent and dominant squ  Read Full Story >>>

Three Heavyweight Champs Were Ringside for the Thrilla Event
By Teodoro Medina Reynoso, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 07 Oct 2025

Larry Holmes (L) sparring with Muhammad Ali (R). From day one, public focus on the epic boxing match which went down in history as Thrilla in Manila had exclusively been on then reigning and defending world   Read Full Story >>>

Cutman Excellence Shines in Dubai: Denis Kolesnir and Jose Mohan Lead Groundbreaking Cutman Seminar
By Carlos Costa, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 07 Oct 2025

In a landmark event that underscored the critical role of cutmen in modern boxing, Middle East Boxing delivered a highly successful 2-day professional cutman certification seminar at the prestigious Donatello Hotel   Read Full Story >>>