Phil D. Jay
1,926 articles · WBN
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Deontay Wilder backtracks on Tyson Fury as QUADRILOGY calls intensify
By Phil D. Jay
Deontay Wilder offered belated congratulations as calls for a fourth fight with Tyson Fury intensified through the American’s fanbase. A social media campaign to see Wilder given a fourth fight has opened…
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Another rematch possible for Tyson Fury in next heavyweight title defense
By Phil D. Jay
Tyson Fury finished off one saga and could straight into another for his second defense of the WBC heavyweight title in 2022. For now, “The Gypsy King” is taking a break, but…
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Deontay Wilder will fight on, so what are the heavyweight great’s options?
By Phil D. Jay
Deontay Wilder secured his place among the great heavyweights of his era on Saturday night in an unreal saga opposite the number one on the planet. As the saying goes, to be…
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Deontay Wilder fully redeemed, will go down as one of the greats of his era
By Phil D. Jay
Deontay Wilder put on a superb performance on Saturday night to fully redeem himself following an indifferent defeat to Tyson Fury in 2020. After Wilder’s incredible trilogy battle with Fury, the consensus…
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Tyson Fury KO’d? – 11 seconds long count Deontay Wilder debate rages
By Phil D. Jay
Tyson Fury cannot seem to be credited for a victory over Deontay Wilder after a debate began raging over a potential long count. Depending on who you believe, “The Gypsy King” was…
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New Tyson Fury glove row erupts, Deontay Wilder team film ‘used’ Paffens
By Phil D. Jay
The WBC heavyweight champion and Deontay Wilder are just hours away from trading blows again, but there’s another row erupting over Tyson Fury’s gloves. Tay Jones, a member of Wilder’s team and…
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Tyson Fury or Deontay Wilder given 30 days to agree Oleksandr Usyk bout
By Phil D. Jay
The World Boxing Council has given the winner of Tyson Fury vs. Deontay Wilder 30 days from this Saturday to agree on an undisputed fight. Following Oleksandr Usyk’s brilliant victory over Anthony…
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‘Drunken, bum’ call-outs continue to dog Floyd Mayweather, no rest at 44
By Phil D. Jay
Floyd Mayweather is 44 years old, a grandfather, and hasn’t had a competitive fight for over six years. That doesn’t stop many from wanting a big payday against the former pound-for-pound king.…
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Reporter “sent to hell” by Bob Arum after questioning Teofimo Lopez pay
By Phil D. Jay
On Wednesday, Bob Arum had a boxing reporter removed from the Tyson Fury vs. Deontay Wilder III press conference as the whole event boiled over. The Hall of Famer graciously answered media…
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Arum recalls attempts to ‘save’ Manny Pacquiao from De La Hoya beating
By Phil D. Jay
In a recent interview with World Boxing News, promoter Bob Arum outlined his memories from the remarkable career of Manny Pacquiao. Recently retiring from boxing, Arum had signed Pacquiao to his Top…
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Deontay Wilder a streamlined tank, built for knockout in career-best shape
By Phil D. Jay
As a revenge attempt nears, Deontay Wilder showed off his fantastic physique ahead of a flight to Las Vegas for his trilogy with Tyson Fury. “The Bronze Bomber” is ripped, ready, and…
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Simply One of The Best Ever, Thank You Manny Pacquiao
By Phil D. Jay
For any boxing fan in the forties, Manny Pacquiao will have made a lasting impression as arguably one of the greatest of all time. It’s simply undeniable that Pacquiao accomplished much more…
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Manny Pacquiao releases video statement confirming boxing retirement
By Phil D. Jay
Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao confirmed his retirement from the sport this week as the eight-weight champion bids for the Presidency of the Philippines. Three months shy of his 43rd birthday, Pacquiao decided…
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Welterweight Mykal Fox hits back at shock fight controversy development
By Phil D. Jay
Welterweight contender Mykal Fox hit back at the startling decision to revoke a no-decision against his fight with Gabriel Maestre last month. Fox soundly out-scored Maestre to everyone who has eyeballs on…
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Deontay Wilder responds to Tyson Fury with startling death threat
By Phil D. Jay
Deontay Wilder caused a stir again when informing Tyson Fury that he could die in the ring when the pair collide next month. “The Bronze Bomber” has a history of making controversial…
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MANNY PACQUIAO COULD BECOME THE FIRST-EVER PRESIDENT TO BOX DURING TERM
By Phil D. Jay
Manny Pacquiao has yet another opportunity to make history when the Filipino legend bids to become President of his home nation in 2022. Widely tipped to embark on a Presidential campaign before…
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EXCLUSIVE: IBF CHAMP FELIX ALVARADO RULES OUT FIGHTING ROMAN GONZALEZ
By Phil D. Jay
This week, IBF light-flyweight champion Felix Alvarado spoke to World Boxing News, answering the big question about a potential fight with Roman Gonzalez. Alvarado is rated number two pound for pound in…
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Stop it! – Disturbing video emerges of Riddick Bowe preparing to fight at 55
By Phil D. Jay
A horrifying video of Riddick Bowe preparing to compete in a Celebrity Boxing match has emerged of the once-great heavyweight champion. Bowe, who has mobility issues, is training in the gym for…
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American Airlines kick Amir Khan off flight days after toddler over masks
By Phil D. Jay
Former world boxing champion Amir Khan got thrown off a flight by American Airlines days after a two-year-old boy got removed for the same reason. Heading for a training camp for his…
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Triller expected 1.5m PPV buys this quarter before Oscar De La Hoya fail
By Phil D. Jay
Triller look set to be disappointed in their bid to change the Pay Per View game with events headlined by Oscar De La Hoya and Teofimo Lopez. The streaming service revealed they…