Phil D. Jay
1,926 articles · WBN
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WORLD EXCLUSIVE: Anthony Joshua vs Kubrat Pulev NOT AGREED for UK, will go to purse bid
By Phil D. Jay
Top Rank promoter Bob Arum has informed WBN that there is now no agreement in place for the Anthony Joshua vs Kubrat Pulev mandatory fight. The Hall of Famer spoke to WBN…
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EXCLUSIVE: Deontay Wilder wants Tyson Fury NEXT, no AJ step-aside
By Phil D. Jay
World Boxing News caught up with Shelly Finkel on Wednesday evening to gauge where Deontay Wilder stands on a trilogy fight with Tyson Fury. Finkel, co-manager for Wilder with Jay Deas, had…
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Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua must happen now or it won’t be undisputed
By Phil D. Jay
A talked-about all-UK Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua clash has only one shot to be for the undisputed heavyweight championship of the world. Immediately in the aftermath of Fury defeating Deontay Wilder,…
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FIVE prominent cornermen GONE since Tyson Fury ‘rose from the dead’
By Phil D. Jay
Of all the fight week festivities and hype, one single statistic seems to be sticking out when attempting to come up with a prediction for Deontay Wilder vs Tyson Fury II. The…
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EXCLUSIVE: I still have no idea how he got up! – Jay Deas on Tyson Fury
By Phil D. Jay
Trainer and co-manager of Deontay Wilder, Jay Deas has spoken all things Tyson Fury to WBN ahead of this weekend’s big rematch. Wilder puts his green and gold belt on the line…
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EXCLUSIVE: Bob Arum praises Tyson Fury mental state ahead of Feb 22
By Phil D. Jay
Tyson Fury is in the best mental place possible as ‘The Gypsy King’ prepares to undertake his biggest task next weekend in Las Vegas. The 30-year-old lineal heavyweight champion has been praised…
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EXCLUSIVE: Bob Arum confirms one Joshua vs Pulev loose end to tie up
By Phil D. Jay
WBN spoke exclusively to Top Rank boss and Hall of Fame promoter Bob Arum this week to get the lowdown on Anthony Joshua vs Kubrat Pulev. Joshua and Pulev have to meet…
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EXCLUSIVE: Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao II hopes not dead yet
By Phil D. Jay
Floyd Mayweather has not ruled out further talks with Manny Pacquiao over a potential money-spinning encounter, World Boxing News can confirm. Recent reports stating Pacquiao was no longer in the running have…
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EXCLUSIVE: Jay Deas talks Deontay Wilder first fight injury, Tyson Fury KO2 prediction and weighing 270
By Phil D. Jay
The long-time trainer and co-manager of Deontay Wilder, Jay Deas has updated WBN on training camp for the WBC heavyweight champion’s rematch with Tyson Fury. Wilder puts his green and gold belt…
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Amir Khan gets back in the gym as Kell Brook re-opens door for UK clash
By Phil D. Jay
Former world champion Amir Khan is tentatively working towards a return to action after hitting his own gym in Bolton with coach Lee Beard. The 33-year-old last fought at the King Abdullah…
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‘Ryota Murata Team Member’ claims Canelo fight done for May 24 in Japan
By Phil D. Jay
A member of ‘regular’ world middleweight champion Ryota Murata’s team has made two astonishing claims regarding a rumored fight with Canelo. Firstly, The Daily Sincho has quoted ‘a Murata Team Official’ stating…
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PAC MAC = 0-2: Conor McGregor chasing worst top-level boxing record ever vs Manny Pacquiao
By Phil D. Jay
Considering Conor McGregor’s last showing in a boxing ring, it’s surprising to see the Irishman linked to a potential battle with legend Manny Pacquiao. McGregor is 1-1 since returning to MMA after…
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Why Floyd Mayweather could take May 2 Las Vegas date from Canelo
By Phil D. Jay
Floyd Mayweather could be ready to up the ante for his return to action as Canelo Alvarez continues the selection process for his next bout. Pound for Pound number one Canelo has…
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EXCLUSIVE: Billy Joe Saunders reacts to Canelo green light for May 2
By Phil D. Jay
WBO super middleweight champion Billy Joe Saunders has confirmed to WBN firm his distinct interest in facing Canelo Alvarez on May 2 in Las Vegas. Undefeated Saunders is firmly willing to put…
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EXCLUSIVE: Anthony Joshua told not to bother with Deontay Wilder offer
By Phil D. Jay
Anthony Joshua has been warned not to bother making an attempt to break a trilogy of fights between Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury. The unified heavyweight champion made a startling statement in…
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Deontay Wilder vs Anthony Joshua might be closer than you think
By Phil D. Jay
World Boxing News knew better than some of the painstaking lengths both sides have gone to in an attempt to make Deontay Wilder vs Anthony Joshua a reality. Deeply briefed on negotiations…
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Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao, Conor McGregor 2 SHO PPV’s?
By Phil D. Jay
All the usual signs are there as WBN Fighter of the Decade Floyd Mayweather prepares to unveil a blockbuster comeback double in 2020. The boxing legend has been teasing fights for the…
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EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Manny Pacquiao sends message to Conor McGregor
By Phil D. Jay
Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao sent a video to World Boxing News wishing UFC star Conor McGregor well for his upcoming clash with Donald Cerrone. Pacquiao, voted WBN Fighter of the Year 2019…
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A History of the Lineal Heavyweight Championship (1885 – 2020)
By Phil D. Jay
The Lineal World Heavyweight Championship has been back in the news in a big way lately. So what better way to celebrate the return to prominence than to look back to where…
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Respected boxing analyst wants judge OUT for ‘shameful disgrace’ SD
By Phil D. Jay
It’s safe to say respected boxing commentator and analyst Al Bernstein wasn’t happy with the scorecards on Saturday night as Joe Smith Jr. earned a split decision win over Jesse Hart. The…