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  • Zuffa 12: Denzel Bentley vs Shane Mosley Jr – Predictions

    Zuffa 12: Denzel Bentley vs Shane Mosley Jr – Predictions

    Dev SahniBoxing Broadcaster I expect that with or without his world title on the line, Denzel Bentley will show why he’s one of the best middleweights on the planet. He’ll get Shane Mosley Jr out of there mid to late rounds for me. Bentley Glenn Byrne Former Irish Professional I think Bentley beats Mosley. Bentley…

  • Umar Dzambekov: The Undefeated Knockout Artist Ready for Zach Parker

    Umar Dzambekov: The Undefeated Knockout Artist Ready for Zach Parker

    Umar Dzambekov has travelled a remarkable road to reach this point in his boxing career. Born in Chechnya, raised in Austria after fleeing war as a child, and now based in Los Angeles, the unbeaten light-heavyweight is preparing for another major opportunity as he takes on Britain’s Zach Parker at Zuffa Boxing 12 this Saturday,…

  • Billam-Smith vs Clarke: A war awaits, but The Gentleman has the tools to break his rival

    Billam-Smith vs Clarke: A war awaits, but The Gentleman has the tools to break his rival

    Chris Billam-Smith has built his career on coming through the toughest nights imaginable. Cheavon Clarke could give him another uncomfortable evening, particularly in the early rounds, as the cruiserweight battle headlines the Zuffa 12 show in the Copper Box Arena this Saturday November 7th. There are easier ways to make a living than being Chris…

  • Connal McDonald Out to Spoil Lucas Roehrig’s Party at Zuffa 12

    Connal McDonald Out to Spoil Lucas Roehrig’s Party at Zuffa 12

    Scottish cruiserweight Connal McDonald has the opportunity to make a major statement this Saturday when he takes on unbeaten Lucas Roehrig at Zuffa 12 in London’s Copper Box Arena on the undercard of Chris Billam-Smith vs Cheavon Clarke. McDonald (5-1, 1 KO), the reigning Scottish champion, faces a fighter attracting plenty of attention through his…

  • Zuffa 12 – Undercard Focus

    Zuffa 12 – Undercard Focus

    With less than a week to go until Zuffa Boxing returns to the UK for another highly anticipated night of action, with a mouth-watering domestic cruiserweight showdown between former WBO world champion Chris Billam-Smith and former amateur rival Cheavon Clarke. The pair headline Zuffa Boxing 12 at London’s Copper Box Arena, bringing a fascinating rivalry…

  • A New Chapter Begins: Commonwealth Medallist Paul Trainor Ready for Pro Debut

    A New Chapter Begins: Commonwealth Medallist Paul Trainor Ready for Pro Debut

    Australian boxing prospect Paul Trainor is ready to begin the next chapter of his career as he prepares to make his professional debut on December 10 on a Wanderer Promotions show. The light-heavyweight enters the professional ranks following an impressive amateur career, highlighted by a bronze medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Having…

  • Jazza Dickens Eyes World Title Return: “My Goal Is to Become Undisputed”

    Jazza Dickens Eyes World Title Return: “My Goal Is to Become Undisputed”

    Liverpool’s Jazza Dickens is targeting a return to the top of the super-featherweight division as he prepares to face unbeaten Ryan Garner for the WBC interim title in Bournemouth on January 9, 2027. Dickens has never been one to shy away from a challenge, and the former WBA super-featherweight champion is ready to put himself…

  • Tammer Tournament Preview: Meet Team Ireland’s Squad Heading to Finland

    Tammer Tournament Preview: Meet Team Ireland’s Squad Heading to Finland

    2026 is turning out to be a year to remember for amateur boxing in Ireland. Pa Casey retained his European Under-15 title, John Donoghue completed a World and European Under-19 double, and Jon McConnell topped the podium at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow before adding European bronze. At the same Europeans, sisters Aoife and Lisa…

  • Monkstown’s Jake Rapple Ready to Make His Mark in the Professional Ranks

    Monkstown’s Jake Rapple Ready to Make His Mark in the Professional Ranks

    Former top amateur Jake Rapple is ready to make his mark in the professional ranks, linking up with Jay Byrne as he sets his sights on lightweight success. The 24-year-old has signed a professional deal with JB Promotions, taking the next step in his boxing journey. A former Elite champion who honed his craft at…

  • The 13th Round: Legends Remembered – Johnny Nelson

    The 13th Round: Legends Remembered – Johnny Nelson

    Part three in the series paying tribute to the fighters whose legendary careers deserve the spotlight. The Man Nobody Gave a Chance On 18 March 1986, at the Westfield Country Club in Hull, a young man from Sheffield climbed through the ropes for the first time as a professional. He had no pedigree, no reputation…