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Francis Ngannou drafts three-opponent shortlist for boxing fight after UFC exit

Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou wants to compete in boxing after leaving the UFC and has name-dropped three potential opponents for his ring debut

Daily Mirror · Feb 6, 2023

Dmitry Bivol-Artur Beterbiev Bout on Hold Due to Timing and Purse Concerns

“This is becoming one of the biggest fights that can happen in boxing,” Bivol’s promoter says.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 3, 2023

Eddie Hearn opens talks for Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou heavyweight fight

UFC heavyweight champion Ngannou is plotting a move into boxing, with the likes of Joshua, Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder his main targets for his foray into the ring

Daily Mirror · Feb 2, 2023

Deontay Wilder burst into tears when Anthony Joshua fight fell through

Deontay Wilder and Anthony Joshua were in talks to fight each other when they were both heavyweight champions, but the proposed unification bout never materialised

Daily Mirror · Jan 24, 2023

Daniel Cormier Calls Francis Ngannou a 'Less-Skilled Deontay Wilder'

Plus, thoughts on Efe Ajagba's latest (lackluster) win and why fans should wait to dismiss a Jaime Munguia-Dmitry Bivol fight.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 20, 2023

Dillian Whyte offers Derek Chisora heavyweight trilogy fight with rule change

Dillian Whyte and Derek Chisora have had a long-term rivalry which culminated in two epic clashes that the 'Body Snatcher' won, and he has made a call for a third contest

Daily Mirror · Jan 17, 2023

Ricky Hatton backs Anthony Joshua to target Deontay Wilder fight

Ricky Hatton has spoken about Anthony Joshua's decision to change coach ahead of his Oleksandr Usyk rematch and says that he needs to rebuild.

Manchester Evening News · Jan 16, 2023

Deontay Wilder trainer details why Andy Ruiz poses ‘no threat’ to Bronze Bomber

The Bronze Bomber has been linked with a fight against Ruiz Jr as both heavyweights target another shot at the title

The Independent UK · Jan 16, 2023

“Fury would have beaten Ali” - Deontay Wilder trainer lauds WBC champion amid Oleksandr Usyk talks

Deontay Wilder's trainer Malik Scott has given his view on Tyson Fury's skills, with a glowing appraisal of the undefeated heavyweight champion.

Manchester Evening News · Jan 16, 2023

Deontay Wilder's coach confident that he can knock out unbeaten Oleksandr Usyk

Wilder could make himself a mandatory world title challenger if he beats Andy Ruiz Jr in his next outing, meaning that he would face the winner of Usyk's undisputed title fight with Tyson Fury

Daily Mirror · Jan 14, 2023