Phil D. Jay
1,926 articles · WBN
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Tyson Fury RETURNS TO WBC RATINGS, eligible (CBP enrolled) for Deontay Wilder VOLUNTARY TITLE SHOT
By Phil D. Jay
As WBN revealed last week, Tyson Fury is now in a voluntary position to fight Deontay Wilder by early 2019 following the WBC's decision to rate the former world champion. World Boxing…
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SHOCKER: Anthony Joshua UNHAPPY with Deontay Wilder COLLAPSE, Alexander Povetkin fight NOT OFFICIAL despite WBA 24-hour deadline
By Phil D. Jay
It's been a full week since the World Boxing Association ordered a mandatory fight between Anthony Joshua and Alexander Povetkin to be signed within 24 hours and WBN understands the contest is…
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Deontay Wilder v Tyson Fury title possibility edges closer with WBC considering RATINGS RETURN
By Phil D. Jay
Tyson Fury could be in a voluntary position to fight Deontay Wilder by early 2019 following the WBC's consideration to rate the former world champion soon. World Boxing Council President Mauricio Sulaiman…
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The Joshua v Wilder Story: U-turns, deadlines and disaster
By Phil D. Jay
As the boxing world comes to terms with the biggest heavyweight fight in two decades falling apart, WBN looked back through some of the quotes leading up to initial negotiations between Anthony…
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EXCLUSIVE: WBC President CONSIDERS RANKING Tyson Fury, says Deontay Wilder ‘would make a great fight’
By Phil D. Jay
World Boxing Council President Mauricio Sulaiman has informed WBN that the rejuvenated Tyson Fury could return to the WBC Rankings very soon. In the wake of Fury winning a comeback fight following…
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EXCLUSIVE: Gennady Golovkin’s trainer comments on IBF decision, possible 168 move after Canelo
By Phil D. Jay
Abel Sanchez is disappointed with the International Boxing Federation after the organization decided to strip Gennady Golovkin of their middleweight title. Reacting to the news as Golovkin prepares for serious training to…
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SHOCKER: Wilder says Joshua CONTRACT had ONE-SIDED REMATCH CLAUSE, Povetkin deal was ALREADY DONE
By Phil D. Jay
Deontay Wilder has gone into detail on the two clarification points WBN previously revealed Shelly Finkel wanted a reply to from Matchroom Boxing last week. As WBN covered with Finkel, Eddie Hearn…
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Deontay Wilder RAGES AT ‘cowards’ Anthony Joshua and Eddie Hearn, says Alexander Povetkin mandatory DIDN’T MATTER over UNIFICATION
By Phil D. Jay
Deontay Wilder took to social media on Tuesday night to give his side to the collapse of a negotiated fight with Anthony Joshua. Taking a mandatory fight with Alexander Povetkin under duress…
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EXCLUSIVE: Hearn offers Wilder April 13th Joshua date at Wembley
By Phil D. Jay
Deontay Wilder?s advisor and co-manager Shelly Finkel says Eddie Hearn offered the WBC champion a date of April 13th at Wembley Stadium despite the American wanting the fight now. Finkel, who has…
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EXCLUSIVE: Shelly Finkel gives EXPLOSIVE RESPONSE, says ?Anthony Joshua and team NEVER WANTED Deontay Wilder fight’
By Phil D. Jay
Deontay Wilder?s advisor and co-manager Shelly Finkel has reacted in disbelief to WBN at what transpired on Tuesday with the WBA and Anthony Joshua. Finkel, who is overseeing negotiations with Matchroom Boxing…
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Anthony Joshua can save Deontay Wilder fight by dropping WBA belt
By Phil D. Jay
There's now a huge decision to be made in the grand scheme of the heavyweight division as Anthony Joshua chews over his next move. Despite Joshua having the upside on almost everything,…
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EXCLUSIVE: Shelly Finkel reveals ASTONISHING ‘FACT’ regarding Deontay Wilder’s $50m US OFFER to Anthony Joshua
By Phil D. Jay
Deontay Wilder co-manager and advisor Shelly Finkel revealed to WBN that paperwork was received by Matchroom Boxing regarding a $50m offer to Anthony Joshua for a fight in the United States. Team…
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EXCLUSIVE: Shelly Finkel SETS THE RECORD STRAIGHT on Joshua v Wilder, reveals CONTRACT will be SENT BY FRIDAY
By Phil D. Jay
World Boxing News have exclusively been in touch with Shelly Finkel on Monday as Deontay Wilder's co-manager and advisor asked us to set the record straight on a number of issues regarding…
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EXCLUSIVE: Team Wilder LEFT WAITING FOR CLARIFICATION in order to MOVE FORWARD with Joshua CONTRACT
By Phil D. Jay
World Boxing News have been informed by Shelly Finkel that contract clarification is needed for an Anthony Joshua v Deontay Wilder unification in the UK to be signed off. Finkel confirmed the…
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EXCLUSIVE: Anthony Joshua UNDISPUTED deal REMAINS ALIVE, in THE HANDS of Deontay Wilder’s team
By Phil D. Jay
World Boxing News have been informed by Shelly Finkel on Tuesday evening that a deal between Deontay Wilder and Anthony Joshua remains in the balance. Eddie Hearn told WBN earlier on the…
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EXCLUSIVE: Manny Pacquiao explains Lucas Matthysse choice, sees win as ‘ticket to opportunities’
By Phil D. Jay
Manny Pacquiao has one more big run on his mind as the eight-weight world champion continues preparations for his clash with Lucas Matthysse. The 39 year-old headhunted the Argentinian hardman following Matthysse's…
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Exclusive: Rising star George Kambosos Jr. talks 108 second win, pro run and world title ambitions
By Phil D. Jay
Former Australian lightweight champion George Kambosos Jr. made a dream American debut on May 5th as the undefeated contender blasted out the more experienced Jose Forero in the first round. Taking just…
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Joshua v Wilder: Details emerging on date, venue and PPV as UK loses grip on undisputed clash
By Phil D. Jay
Anthony Joshua is set to agree a massive heavyweight collision with Deontay Wilder in 2018 but seems increasingly likely to be heading for a stateside debut against the American puncher. Despite promoter…
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EXCLUSIVE: I hope Floyd Mayweather comes out of retirement, I WANT THE REMATCH! – Manny Pacquiao
By Phil D. Jay
Eight-world champion and current fighting legend Manny Pacquiao has spoken exclusively to WBN during preparations for his clash with Lucas Matthysse. The 'Pacman' goes up against the Argentinian hardman on July 14…
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EXCLUSIVE: Pacquiao ready to face Lomachenko, admits making 135 would ?push him to his limits?
By Phil D. Jay
Future Hall of Famer Manny Pacquiao has spoken to WBN in the wake of Vasyl Lomachenko?s superb victory over Jorge Linares on Saturday night. As the Filipino Senator prepares to take on…