Phil D. Jay
1,926 articles · WBN
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UK’s Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao PPV equivalent imminent?
By Phil D. Jay
Talk of the United Kingdom’s version of Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao in the first quarter of 2022 is filling the air this weekend. Amir Khan vs. Kell Brook, the most prolonged…
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Glory hunter Canelo ready to ‘bridge’ the gap to heavyweight in 2022?
By Phil D. Jay
Canelo Alvarez is on the move to cruiserweight – that we know. The Mexican superstar is now just two steps from the ultimate boxing run to heavyweight glory. As World Boxing News…
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Terence Crawford vs Shawn Porter PPV numbers reportedly fail to ignite
By Phil D. Jay
This week, the guessing game erupted as several boxing people began to claim ‘sources’ told them the Terence Crawford vs. Shawn Porter Pay Per View numbers. Despite those things being notoriously secret…
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Opinion: Jake Paul is a leech who couldn’t fit Mike Tyson’s groin protector
By Phil D. Jay
Jake Paul is really something – but not in a good way. Now he’s targeting Mike Tyson and other legends in an attempt to tarnish legacies. In my opinion, the sooner boxing…
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The Title Resurrection of Deontay Wilder could be sooner than you think
By Phil D. Jay
World Boxing News has covered a lot on the potential paths for Deontay Wilder to go down following his second loss to Tyson Fury last month. From a money-spinning Pay Per View…
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Shawn Porter branded Terence Crawford’s “toughest fight on paper”
By Phil D. Jay
Terence Crawford promises a knockout over Shawn Porter despite trainer Brian’ Bomac’ McIntyre labeling the fight his ‘toughest on paper’ before they meet. “Bud” steps in up class for the first time…
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EXCLUSIVE: Deontay Wilder coach on Kronk link, sparring Lennox Lewis
By Phil D. Jay
Deontay Wilder trainer Malik Scott discussed his links to the world-famous Kronk Gym and legendary coach Emanuel Steward’s influence. The 41-year-old got credited with revitalizing Wilder after a poor showing in a…
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EXCLUSIVE: Criteria revealed for Deontay Wilder comeback opponent
By Phil D. Jay
The criteria for the next opponent Deontay Wilder will face has been revealed to WBN ahead of the American’s anticipated comeback in 2022. Trainer Malik Scott has outlined the kind of foe…
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Exciting Brit is the latest to be handed ominous “New Mike Tyson” label
By Phil D. Jay
An exciting British fighter who seems on the path to superstardom is the latest prospect to be given the ominous tag of “The New Mike Tyson.” Jackson MacBones, who calls himself “Freezy”…
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Jake Paul finally bows to pressure, faces ‘novice’ pro boxer Tommy Fury
By Phil D. Jay
For the first time, Jake Paul features on WBN after the YouTuber finally agreed to fight a professional boxer, albeit a novice one in Tommy Fury. World Boxing News announced a strict…
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Yordenis Ugas in danger of losing welterweight belt as WBA unrest lingers
By Phil D. Jay
World Boxing News understands Yordenis Ugas is in danger of being stripped of his welterweight title if he doesn’t follow a recent order. He’s on a mission to fight Errol Spence Jr.…
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A History of the Lineal Heavyweight Championship (1885 – 2021)
By Phil D. Jay
World Boxing News provides a history of the Lineal World Heavyweight Championship from 1885 to the present day. The lineal title has been back in the news in a big way lately.…
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World Boxing Association damned if they do and damned if they don’t
By Phil D. Jay
World Boxing News decided to reinstate the World Boxing Association on Monday, nine months after declassifying the organization as a sanctioning body. Looking at the evidence of the months previously where the…
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WBA heavyweight tournament announcement before Usyk vs Joshua 2?
By Phil D. Jay
The World Boxing Association plans to announce a heavyweight division development ahead of an expected agreement between Oleksandr Usyk and Anthony Joshua. President Gilberto Mendoza will ratify the next move in the…
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Floyd Mayweather adamant Gervonta Davis prediction is now coming true
By Phil D. Jay
A few years ago, boxing megastar Floyd Mayweather told Gervonta Davis he’d follow in his footsteps. Mayweather now believes that prediction is coming true. Speaking at the official presser for a colossal…
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Adrien Broner locked up again over alcohol as career hangs in the balance
By Phil D. Jay
Multi-weight world champion Adrien Broner is facing the end of his boxing career after being jailed for the second time in just over a year. The 32-year-old was last behind bars in…
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Yordenis Ugas calls WBA “men without honor’ after Errol Spence u-turn
By Phil D. Jay
Yordenis Ugas assumed a chat with WBA President Gilberto Mendoza after his victory over Manny Pacquiao would breed an instant unification with Errol Spence Jr. The 35-year-old says Mendoza promised him the…
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Floyd Mayweather backs fired Deontay Wilder trainer after second defeat
By Phil D. Jay
Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather threw his considerable weight in the sport behind former Deontay Wilder trainer Mark Breland. Mayweather took time out to post about Breland just days after a second loss…
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Yordenis Ugas ‘paid WBA thousands’ – left shocked by mandatory order
By Phil D. Jay
Yordenis Ugas has revealed he held talks with WBA President Gilberto Mendoza to understand his position as welterweight champion. In August, the Cuban, who defeated Manny Pacquiao to shock the world, had…
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BTS video as Teofimo Lopez gets into it with Eddie Hearn, Devin Haney
By Phil D. Jay
Teofimo Lopez engaged in a heated debate with Eddie Hearn and Devin Haney in Fresno as a lightweight collision moved a step closer to reality. Lopez, the undisputed champion and the WBC…