Phil D. Jay
1,926 articles · WBN
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Crawford vs Thurman could happen, Mayweather vs Brook not so much
By Phil D. Jay
Boxing fans can prepare to see a potential welterweight collision between two current stars, but the return of Floyd Mayweather at the top level is a no-go. Despite an off-the-cuff remark by…
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Terence Crawford earnings revealed – Top Rank ‘lost money on every fight’
By Phil D. Jay
As a lawsuit between Terence Crawford and Top Rank’s Bob Arum continues, details of the money earned by the fighter are now out in the open. Crawford is seeking at least $5.4…
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Floyd Mayweather star goes on verbal rampage, still wants Gervonta Davis
By Phil D. Jay
Lightweight contender and Floyd Mayweather Promotions star Roland Romero is still chasing a Pay Per View fight with Gervonta Davis. Romero, 26, is back in the hunt after being removed from an…
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Gervonta Davis could finally have a PPV opponent to silence the doubters
By Phil D. Jay
Lightweight champion Gervonta Davis could finally have an opponent to silence his detractors after speculation surrounding his potential next bout. As a ruling to face George Kambosos Jr. awaits later this year,…
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EXCLUSIVE: Bob Arum ‘optimistic’ on Kambosos Jr. vs Lomachenko fight
By Phil D. Jay
Top Rank promoter and Hall of Famer Bob Arum is working on some significant fights as an exclusive interview with World Boxing News outlined recently. Arum, 90, told WBN’s Dan Rafael that…
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Will Floyd Mayweather make Gervonta Davis vs Adrien Broner on PPV?
By Phil D. Jay
Floyd Mayweather is currently overseeing the next move for Gervonta Davis, with many opponents said to be in the frame for the Pay Per View star. Davis dispatched Mario Barrios and Isaac…
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Jean Pascal, Jarrell Miller prepare for boxing return after drug controversy
By Phil D. Jay
The two most significant drug failures in recent history, Jarrell Miller and Jean Pascal, are plotting a return to the ring. Pascal and Miller, who shocked the boxing community with numerous adverse…
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Terence Crawford vs Top Rank lawsuit echoes Floyd Mayweather claims
By Phil D. Jay
This week, Terence Crawford launched a bitter lawsuit against Bob Arum and Top Rank that echoes similar gripes made by Floyd Mayweather. Despite having an ally in his quest, though, Crawford’s sensational…
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The smart money is on an Amir Khan knockout of Kell Brook – here’s why
By Phil D. Jay
Rivals Amir Khan and Kell Brook finally trade blows in February, a full seven years from when the all-UK fight should have gotten made. Nonetheless, the event is on. And British fans…
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World Boxing Association reduce titles by over half, down to 27 champions
By Phil D. Jay
Through due process promised to the boxing fans and media in 2021, the World Boxing Association continues its plan to reduce its titles. WBA President Gilberto Mendoza pledged following heavy criticism in…
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Tyson Fury told USA PPV career is over after Deontay Wilder trilogy
By Phil D. Jay
Tyson Fury is no longer a draw in the United States following a high-profile and money-spinning trilogy with heavyweight rival Deontay Wilder. That’s the view of Premier Boxing Champions Vice President and…
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Floyd Mayweather blamed for spawning current YouTuber boxing disease
By Phil D. Jay
Floyd Mayweather faced another bout of fire from detractors who say the former pound-for-pound king spawned the current YouTuber boxer trend. The five-weight world champion’s 2017 clash with Conor McGregor celebrates its…
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Adrien Broner releases first explicit video, reveals OnlyFans price plan
By Phil D. Jay
Adrien Broner hit OnlyFans with a bang this week after joining the paid content platform ahead of a return to the boxing ring. ‘The Problem’ posted his first explicit clip after revealing…
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Lennox Lewis and Riddick Bowe in awkward meeting at PBC Pay Per View
By Phil D. Jay
Former heavyweight rivals Lennox Lewis and Riddick Bowe engaged in an awkward meeting on New Year’s Day as the Pay Per View cameras rolled. Lewis and Bowe, who harbor over three decades…
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Promoter ‘powerless’ in ‘career regret’ over Deontay Wilder vs AJ fight
By Phil D. Jay
Deontay Wilder facing Anthony Joshua in a blockbuster undisputed heavyweight title fight remains the biggest regret for one promoter involved. Lou DiBella, part of the negotiating team for Wilder back in 2018,…
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Deontay Wilder next in line for Tyson Fury if Dillian Whyte bails over 80/20
By Phil D. Jay
Deontay Wilder is the next challenger in line for a mandatory shot at the WBC title, according to the latest World Boxing Council Ratings. The shock development comes as a heavyweight clash…
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Gervonta Davis event rakes in cash as Pay Per View buys remain secret
By Phil D. Jay
The Pay Per View results of Gervonta Davis vs. Isaac Cruz remain a mystery. What is apparent is that the event made a ton of gate cash. According to the California State…
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Floyd Mayweather star threatens to quit boxing after Gervonta Davis fallout
By Phil D. Jay
Floyd Mayweather fighter Rolly Romero has threatened to walk away from the sport for good after seeing his Pay Per View with Gervonta Davis fall through. Romero got forced to drop out…
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Devin Haney confused by WBC lightweight role after ‘undisputed’ snub
By Phil D. Jay
Confusion again hits the heart of the lightweight division after Devin Haney questioned his role with World Boxing Council. It comes after the green and gold belt holder heard WBC President Mauricio…
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YouTuber seeks advantage against former middleweight champion boxer
By Phil D. Jay
YouTuber Jake Paul has offered possibly the worst World Boxing Council middleweight champion of the last decade a shot at his plastic PPV title. Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. disclosed a contract bid…