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The Brutal “KO CAlls” Reveals The Shocks And Got Boxing Star Anthony Joshua Stunned as Amir Khan Pushes for Brutal Nigeria Clash Following Lagos Announcement”

AMIR KHAN is ready to plot talks with Anthony Joshua over a fight in Nigeria after announcing a boxing event in Lagos.

Khan will promote a show on October 1 with Rocky Fielding coming out of retirement to face American Brandon Glanton at cruiserweight.

Former British light-heavyweight champion Dan Azeez – of Nigerian heritage – is also in action.

AJ – whose parents are both Nigerian – has always been linked with fighting in Africa and his team even held talks for a bout in Ghana.

And with Khan taking the first step to promoting big-time boxing in Nigeria – he is ready to help bring Joshua back to his roots.

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“He’s probably looking at Ghana as an option, he’s had an interview with his team, his team went over to Ghana.

“So I’m sure after Nigeria, the same thing’s gonna happen again. I think Nigeria for them would be more ideal because that’s where AJ is from, you know what I mean?

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“I think that makes more sense than doing it in Ghana. On a serious note, 100 per cent I would.

“I’m the type of guy to do that. And sometimes I’m too honest for my own good.

“I work with everyone, I worked with every promoter and left me on good terms, they’ve never said nothing bad about me.

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After Fiery Warning: “Manny Pacquiao Drops Explosive Showdown With Gervonta Davis — But ‘Barrios Comes First’”

LAS VEGAS — If Manny Pacquiao beats WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios on July 19, competition will line up for the chance to face the newly crowned 46-year-old titleholder.
Pacquiao has worked with PBC in his last four fights dating to 2019, and if business is going to continue to boom under Al Haymon’s umbrella, one of the most lucrative fights that can be made in house is between Pacquiao and Gervonta Davis.
Davis is next supposed to face Lamont Roach Jr. following their hotly contested and controversial majority draw in March, but the former was arrested Friday for domestic violence charges that could throw the timing of their Aug. 16 sequel in doubt.
“I like the Davis fight, but let’s finish Barrios first,” Pacquiao told The Ring before the arrest. “It’s nothing personal. I am just doing my job. One at a time. We’ll talk about it after the fight.”

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A tilt with Tank has been floated ever since Pacquiao started teasing his comeback in 2023 after retiring two years earlier following a unanimous decision defeat to Yordenis Ugas. At the time, Pacquiao even suggested a 145-pound catchweight to lure in the WBA lightweight champion Davis.
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Pacquiao (62-8-2, 39 KOs) and Davis (30-0-1, 28 KOs) are both 5 foot 5 ½ speedy southpaws with identical reach at 67 inches. Pacquiao, an eight-division champion, has fought exclusively as a welterweight since 2009, while Davis has fought only once above the lightweight limit in recent years, a June 2021 stoppage win against Barrios.
Sean Gibbons, the chief operating officer of Manny Pacquiao Promotions and his right hand man since 2018, told The Ring before Davis’ arrest that matchup was the move to make.
“As for what’s next if Pacquiao beats Barrios, if you look at who’s the biggest draw in American boxing, and who puts the most butts in the most seats, it’s Gervonta Davis,” said Gibbons.
“Gervonta pushes the buttons and is a household name in many ways. Pacquiao and Davis match up very well. For the first time in a long time, Manny would actually be a taller and bigger fighter than his opponent. That’s the dream. We were close at one time to fighting Davis. We were talking but we couldn’t come to an agreement on a couple things and the timing didn’t work out.

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“If Pacquiao beats Barrios and Davis beats Roach, I think that’s the fight. The people would be really intrigued. You couldn’t sell it as much before Pacquiao fought Barrios because everyone was saying Gervonta is a beast, but Gervonta got exposed a little bit and had a bad night against Roach, and the shine is off a little bit. If Manny shows brilliance against Barrios, they are going to buy into a Tank fight in a heartbeat.
“Once Manny gets the WBC 147-pound title, it would be a great 47th birthday present to make the fight in December. But everything begins on July 19 against Mario Barrios.”
Pacquiao said even he’s not sure what to expect from himself when he squares off against Barrios (29-2-1, 18 KOs) at MGM Grand in Las Vegas to headline a PBC on Prime Video PPV.
“It’s hard to be judged before the fight, so we will see in the fight,” he said. “You know me, and how I train — I always punish myself to the limit. I always bring surprises to my opponents.”

Eddie Hearn Reveals Plans for Anthony Joshua’s Next Fight After Jake Paul Fight Collapse

Anthony Joshua’s next fight looked to be against Jake Paul, but with the news the former social media star is facing Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis instead, speculation has naturally turned to who the British heavyweight superstar will box next.

And, during a recent interview with Fight Hype, Joshua’s promoter, Matchroom Boxing boss Eddie Hearn, spoke about who they will come back against once again.

Eddie Hearn Says Anthony Joshua Won’t Fight Until 2026
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Eddie Hearn has revealed that Anthony Joshua won’t fight until 2026. ‘AJ’ has been rumoured for months to make a return to the squared circle later this year, with November being talked about heavily, however, after it was recently announced that Jake Paul will be fighting Gervonta Davis in November, plans have seemingly been pushed back for the former heavyweight world champion’s return.

Hearn recently spoke to Fight Hype and confirmed that Joshua will now instead fight in either January or February next year against someone else.

“We knew Jake might fight in November, we didn’t expect it to be Gervonta. So I don’t really know how that affects us in terms of would we do that fight? The issue is we won’t wait till November.

We are not going to wait until November to make our move, so it is very likely Anthony Joshua will fight in January or February against someone else.”

Now that we know roughly when Joshua will be fighting, talk can once again commence about who his opponent will be.

A fight against 2016 Olympic gold medalist Tony Yoka has been heavily rumoured, and Matchroom Boxing CEO Frank Smith was recently out in Africa looking at potential venues for the event, and Yoka has also confirmed that the fight has a strong chance of taking place in Africa.

It’s Sad Mistake “But I Take the Blame” – Amir Khan Ends Anthony Joshua Feud, Calls 2017 Affair Claim “Sad Mistake”

Amir Khan: Nearly a decade after accusing Anthony Joshua of having an affair with his wife, former unified light-welterweight champion, Amir Khan has admitted he was wrong and has since reconciled with the two-time heavyweight champion.

The explosive allegations, made by Khan on social media in 2017, caused a bitter fallout with his wife

and dragged Joshua into the headlines. At the time, AJ denied the claims, posting

“Bantz aside, I hope you guys can resolve your situation, or this is a hack as we have never even met!”

Khan, then embroiled in a public spat with Makhdoom, doubled down on the accusations, telling fans at the time:

Everything you saw on social media today is real. Nothing’s been hacked. But yeah, what’s done is done. Everything I posted on social media today was true.”

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The pair later reconciled, and Khan now concedes his comments were a mistake.

“I Take Full Blame” – Amir Khan on Drama with Anthony Joshua

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Speaking to Covers, the 38-year-old reflected on his relationship with Joshua:

“We’re both professional people, and we just moved on. It was all just a mistake, and it was all just rubbish, really.

“There was nothing true there. And, yeah, at the end of day it was a bit silly that I threw him under the bus over a message which wasn’t really him.”

“He was just coming up in the ranks then as well and, really, it was a bit sad that I did that at the time.

“So, I take full blame for that little issue me and AJ. But the good thing about it was nothing was true and, obviously, me and him have made up and he came to my event in Ghana.”

“We spent some time together, we chilled together, and we speak to each other on the phone here and there, on WhatsApp, so, we have a very professional relationship now and we keep it good.”

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Khan revealed a heartfelt moment with Anthony Joshua in Dubai following AJ’s defeat to Oleksandr Usyk:

“We have mutual friends, and the last time I sat with him in Dubai; it was after his loss against Usyk and out of the blue he just says: ‘Oh bro, one thing I want to say to you is you were an amazing fighter, Amir.’

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“It was quite shocking hearing that coming from one of the heavyweight greats in AJ. He said, ‘I was watching one of your fights, I think against Judah, and bro, you boxed so well. He was a great fighter.’

It’s nice to hear that from another champion, especially after we had issues. When another fighter of his calibre acknowledges your career, it goes a long way.”

“AJ Put Boxing Back on the Map” – Khan

Khan, who burst onto the global stage by winning Olympic silver in 2004, credits Joshua for carrying British boxing after his own career slowed:

“Definitely, yeah. We must respect each other at the end of the day because, look, what you’ve done for boxing is massive.”

“In 2004, boxing was lit up by me coming back from the Olympics and then after my career went down a little bit, AJ lifted it back up again in 2012.”

Jaron Ennis Hints at Dire Consequences: Facing  Joshua Could Be Ward’s Most Dangerous Move Yet

Anthony Joshua: Andre Ward is incredibly happy with the decision he made to walk away from boxing in 2017. But we now know the Hall of Famer wouldn’t mind jumping back into the ring for a massive fight.
“Me and Anthony Joshua,” Ward said on a self-recorded video earlier this month. “That’s a fight I would take at Wembley Stadium.”
Ward is typically your favorite fighter’s favorite fighter
Jaron Ennis is among that group. The Philly star grew up watching Ward dominate in the ring. He also watched in awe as Ward grabbed back-to-back wins over Sergey Kovalev in 2016 and 2017, respectively
At the time, Ward (32-0, 16 KOs) was the consensus number one pound-for-pound fighter in the sport and a unified 175-pound champion. Those days, however, were nearly a decade ago. With the now 41-year-old opting to retire immediately after, Ennis doesn’t like the thought of him returning. He certainly doesn’t like the possibility of him ending his near 10-year retirement to fight a gigantic, hard-hitting heavyweight star like Joshua.

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“I don’t like it,” Ennis told YSM Sports Media. “I think he should stay retired. Anthony Joshua, that’s a big dude.”
Joshua has been on Ward’s mind for years now. Following his win over Kovalev, Ward and his team admitted that a showdown against Joshua, with a preparatory fight against Tony Bellew first, was the plan.
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Life, nevertheless, got in the way, as Ward chose to retire instead, citing knee issues.
During Ward’s time away from the game, Joshua’s career has ebbed and flowed. A two-time unified champion, e’s been at the top of the heavyweight mountain with wins over Wladimir Klitschko, Joseph Parker. and Andy Ruiz Jr. He’s also hit rock bottom, most recently thanks to his crushing fifth-round knockout defeat to Daniel Dubois.
Now, the 35-year-old is sitting back and weighing his options. Though it’s unlikely, Ward could get the call. If he does, however, Ennis doesn’t believe he should answer.
“Andre Ward has the skills to pull it off, but that’s a big guy,” Ennis said. “We don’t know if we can take Joshua’s punch. I think he should stay retired and enjoy the fruits of his labor.”

Everybody Wants To Fight  Joshua: They Think He’s an Easy Opponent, But He’s Still a Dangerous Fighter

In the world of heavyweight boxing, few names command the level of attention, speculation, and ambition that Anthony Joshua does. Once celebrated as the face of British boxing and a two-time unified heavyweight champion, Joshua’s career has been a rollercoaster ride marked by dramatic highs and crushing lows. But despite his setbacks, one thing has become crystal clear: Joshua remains one of the most in-demand fighters on the planet.

The irony, however, lies in why so many fighters are eager to face him. To some, Joshua appears vulnerable — a former champion who has suffered notable defeats, including shocking losses to Andy Ruiz Jr. and back-to-back decisions to Oleksandr Usyk. For rising contenders and even seasoned veterans, Joshua represents both opportunity and risk: the chance to catapult their own careers by beating a global superstar.

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Boxing is as much about perception as it is about performance. Joshua’s losses have painted a picture that he is no longer the indomitable force he once was. Critics point to moments of hesitation in his fights, questioning his mental toughness and ability to adapt under pressure. Opponents believe that if Andy Ruiz could dismantle him, or if Usyk could outbox him twice, then Joshua might be “easier prey” than the other titans of the division, such as Tyson Fury or Deontay Wilder.

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Promoters and fighters alike see the financial and reputational goldmine that comes with fighting Joshua. A win over him doesn’t just put another notch on a record; it makes headlines worldwide and places the victor in the heart of the heavyweight conversation.

The Dangerous Truth About Joshua

Yet, those who underestimate him do so at their own peril. Joshua is far from finished. With a towering frame, explosive knockout power, and a wealth of championship experience, he remains one of the most dangerous fighters in the division. Even in his defeats, he has shown resilience, discipline, and the ability to learn from mistakes.

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It’s easy to forget that Joshua boasts a resume filled with dominant victories over the likes of Wladimir Klitschko, Dillian Whyte, Joseph Parker, and Alexander Povetkin. His ability to deliver devastating knockouts with a single punch means that even when he appears vulnerable, he can end a fight in an instant.

The Paradox of Fighting Joshua

That’s what makes the pursuit of Joshua such a paradox. He is both a target and a threat. Fighters see an opportunity to beat him, but they also know one mistake against him can end their night brutally. Facing Joshua is the ultimate gamble — a fight that could make or break a career.

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Moreover, Joshua has made it clear in recent interviews and training footage that he is focused on rebuilding and reinventing himself. With renewed dedication and changes in his training team, Joshua is determined to prove he’s not just a stepping stone for others but still a contender for the heavyweight throne.

As challengers line up, dreaming of the payday and the glory that comes with fighting Anthony Joshua, they should remember that appearances can be deceiving. Joshua may have scars from his battles, but those scars carry lessons. He is not the “easy opponent” many think he is — he is still a dangerous, unpredictable, and explosive fighter capable of reminding the boxing world why he was once its king.

Tank Has Never Shied Away From Bold Statements, But This Time, His Focus Is Sharper Than Ever

In the often-chaotic world of boxing, few fighters capture attention the way Gervonta “Tank” Davis does. Known for his knockout power inside the ropes and his outspoken nature outside of them, Davis has built a reputation as both a showman and a destroyer. But today, as the boxing landscape shifts and rivalries heat up, there is a sense that Davis is entering a new chapter — one defined by a sharper, more unrelenting focus than ever before.

From the beginning, Davis’s rise in professional boxing has been tied to bold statements and even bolder performances. He’s never been content to let his fists do all the talking; his confidence often echoes long before the opening bell. Whether calling out established champions or brushing aside doubts about his size and weight-class dominance, Davis has consistently positioned himself as the fighter to watch — and the fighter to fear.

Now, as speculation grows about potential blockbuster matchups, Davis’s words have taken on a new edge. His declarations are no longer just bravado; they’re promises backed by a fighter entering his prime years with the hunger to cement his legacy.

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“Focus” is the word that keeps surfacing in conversations around Davis. Insiders close to the Baltimore-born star insist he has tightened his training, cut back on distractions, and honed his mindset toward nothing less than greatness. In an era where fighters often juggle fame, outside ventures, and personal struggles, Davis seems intent on proving that his attention is locked on the sport that made him a star.

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“Tank is dialed in,” one source close to his camp shared. “He’s not just preparing for the next fight — he’s preparing to take over the sport.”

For Davis, who has already captured multiple world titles across weight classes, this renewed intensity signals that the biggest battles of his career are still to come.

The whispers of potential showdowns with the likes of Ryan Garcia, Shakur Stevenson, and even legends like Manny Pacquiao have electrified the boxing world. And while these fights come with risks, Davis appears to welcome them with open arms.

He has always thrived under the spotlight, but what sets this moment apart is his insistence that no challenge is too big, no opponent too experienced, and no legacy too untouchable. If boldness was his trademark before, it now feels like a mission statement: Gervonta Davis intends not just to participate in history, but to rewrite it.

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Fans have long admired Davis for his destructive left hand and highlight-reel knockouts. But the fighter himself seems intent on showing that his growth goes beyond the physical. His focus now extends to discipline, preparation, and the mental toughness needed to dominate not just a division, but an era.

Observers point out that this evolution is critical. Talent alone wins fights, but greatness comes from the fusion of skill, mindset, and timing. Davis appears to understand that better than ever.

For Davis, the stakes could not be higher. He’s undefeated, but greatness is measured not only by an unblemished record — it’s measured by the names on the résumé, the nights that define a career, and the moments when pressure turns into legacy.

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A focused Gervonta Davis has the potential to deliver all of that and more. And as he sharpens his sights on the challenges ahead, fans can sense that the bold statements we’ve heard for years might finally be backed by a legacy-defining stretch in the ring.

The boxing world has always expected fireworks from “Tank.” But this time, it feels different. This time, there’s more than just power and swagger. There’s a sense of destiny — a fighter locking in at the peak of his abilities, determined to prove that his era has truly arrived.

Gervonta Davis has never shied away from making bold statements. But today, as his focus sharpens like never before, those statements carry the weight of inevitability.

Is It Truly Deserved?: Crawford Stirs Suspense, Questioning Errol Spence Jr.’s Hall of Fame Legacy

TERENCE CRAWFORD remains unconvinced that Errol Spence Jr’s current achievements merit induction into the International Boxing Hall of Fame.

Each year, a new class of boxing legends is inducted during events in Canastota. The 2025 group includes icons like Manny Pacquiao, Vinny Paz, middleweight and super-middleweight world champion Michael Nunn, and world champions Yessica Chavez, Anne Sophie Mathis, and Mary Jo Sanders.

Crawford, 41-0 (31 KOs), secured his own future Hall of Fame spot on July 29, 2023, when he defeated Spence to become the undisputed welterweight champion. It marked the second time “Bud” claimed all four belts in a weight class, having previously done so at super-lightweight against Julius Indongo in July 2017.

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Since winning his first world title at lightweight in 2014, Crawford has excelled across multiple divisions. Last August, he moved up to super-welterweight and defeated Israil Madrimov to claim the WBA world title. Now 37, Crawford is expected to return to the ring this September, potentially stepping up to super-middleweight to challenge Canelo Alvarez – provided the Mexican defeats William Scull on May 3 and becomes undisputed champion for a second time.

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Spence, meanwhile, has not fought since Crawford stopped him in the ninth round of their highly anticipated superfight at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Billed as a 50-50 contest, the bout saw Crawford dominate his greatest rival, knocking him down three times in a career-defining performance. Before that loss, Spence, 28-1 (22 KOs), held three welterweight world titles and boasted an impressive résumé with victories over Kell Brook, Mikey Garcia, Shawn Porter, Danny Garcia, and Yordenis Ugas.

Speaking on Pound 4 Pound with Kamaru & Henry, Crawford reflected on Spence, admitting he was a fan before their rivalry began – and still is.

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“Once it got to the point where I moved up in weight and I’m in the same weight as Spence it’s like ‘Oh man you ain’t fighting nobody. You this, you that, you this, you that.’ So now they trying to blemish my accomplishment just to boost him up and I’m like ‘Dude you’re not going to do that because I can retire right now and be in the Hall of Fame’. He couldn’t. Everything that I’ve accomplished he’s still trying to accomplish.”

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Co-host and former UFC champion Kamaru Usman interrupted to ask Crawford if he thought Spence would make the Hall of Fame. “Right now? No, how?” Crawford replied. Fellow host and ex-UFC champion Henry Cejudo agreed as Crawford elaborated. “He fought in one division, he unified – he had three (belts) – he wasn’t (undisputed). What I’m saying is they already called him a ‘weight bully’. He beat Kell Brook coming off a loss, an eye injury, he beat Shawn Porter… I don’t want to sound like I’m hating on him, but I honestly don’t know if he make it to the Hall of Fame with the accolades that he didn’t got right now.”

“A Very Strong Chance”: Promoter Eddie Hearn Sparks Curiosity Anthony Joshua Could Be on the Verge of a “Very Strong Chance” Showdown with Jake Paul

The Matchroom Boxing boss — who has worked alongside Joshua for over a decade — joined Babcock on the “TMZ Sports” TV show (airs nightly on FS1) … and Hearn left us shocked.

‘Big Money Events Ever: Dillian Whyte says a fight between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul could shock the boxing world and turn into one of the biggest ‘big money’ events ever.

Two-time WBC interim heavyweight champion Dillian Whyte has thrown his support behind a potential bout between former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua and YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul, insisting it would make financial sense for both men

Whyte, a 37-year-old Jamaican-British heavyweight boxer, told the BBC that while the matchup might raise eyebrows, the business side makes it worthwhile.

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“It’s a business, man. If [Joshua v Paul] makes sense and does numbers, why not?” Whyte said. “[Joshua] has won the championship twice, had a lot of fights and done a lot, so I don’t know. I’m sure he’ll make more money than he did in some of his title fights. Sometimes, if you can make some money, then make some money.”

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Anthony Joshua’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, recently revealed talks are ongoing, claiming Paul genuinely believes he can beat the former heavyweight champion.

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“At first I thought it was a publicity stunt from Jake, but now the more I speak to them, the more I actually understand; Jake Paul thinks he can beat Anthony Joshua,” Hearn told the BBC.

Whyte also touched on his own unfinished business with Joshua, expressing a desire to avenge his seventh-round knockout defeat in 2015 when the pair fought for the British heavyweight title.
“I would love to have a chance to right my wrong,” Whyte said.