Charr beats Ustinov for WBA heavyweight title

In a clash for the vacant WBA “regular” heavyweight title, Manuel Charr (31-4, 17 KOs) won a twelve round unanimous decision over Alexander Ustinov (34-2, 25 KOs) on Saturday night at the König-Pilsener-Arena in Oberhausen, Germany.

Both boxers came to fight and often traded shots. Charr was cut over the left eye in round two. Charr staggered the 6’7, 280lb Ustinov with a left hook in round seven and wobbled him with a jab later in the round. Charr dropped Ustinov with another left hook at the end of round eight. Ustinov was also cut under the right eye. In the end, scores were 115-111, 116-111, 115-112.

Charr must now go into immediate negotiations for a world title defense against Fres Oquendo.

In a clash for the vacant WBA “regular” heavyweight title, Manuel Charr (31-4, 17 KOs) won a twelve round unanimous decision over Alexander Ustinov (34-2, 25 KOs) on Saturday night…
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Tyson Fury signs with MTK Global

MTK Global has announced the signing of former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury which will see MTK Global assume an advisory role as “The Gypsey King” makes his comeback in the heavyweight division. The undefeated Fury (25-0, 18 KOs) has not fought since he dethroned the great Wladimir Klitschko in Düsseldorf on 28 November 2015 to claim the WBA, WBO, IBF and IBO world championship belts.

“I couldn’t be happier to sign an advisory deal with MTK Global,” said Fury. “It is unbelievable how fast they have grown and what they have achieved in the past few years. I spoke to my mate Billy Joe Saunders and he only had good things to say about MTK so it was an easy decision to go with them.” Continue reading “Tyson Fury signs with MTK Global”

MTK Global has announced the signing of former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury which will see MTK Global assume an advisory role as “The Gypsey King” makes his comeback in the…
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WBA: Ustinov-Charr winner must fight Oquendo

The World Boxing Association (WBA) Championships Committee granted a special permission to boxers Alexander Ustinov and Manuel Charr to fight for the WBA “regular” heavyweight title tonight in Germany. The permission was granted at the request of the interested parties and based on WBA rules C.46 and C.28, also taking into account that the fighters occupy #2 and #4 in the rankings. The winner must immediately start negotiations with Fres Oquendo, who has court order to fight for a WBA world title. This agreement must be made before December 22, 2017. Otherwise, the contest will be called to a purse bid and the percentages will be 50/50. If Ustinov-Charr ends in a draw or is not valid, Oquendo must face the next available contender.

The World Boxing Association (WBA) Championships Committee granted a special permission to boxers Alexander Ustinov and Manuel Charr to fight for the WBA “regular” heavyweight title tonight in Germany. The…
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Pinoy Pride 43 Results

WBO #2, WBC #7, IBF #14 featherweight Mark “Magnifico” Magsayo (18-0, 13 KOs) scored a twelve round unanimous decision over Shota Hayashi (30-7-1, 18 KOs) in the main event on Saturday night at the Bohol Wisdom Gymnasium in Tagbilaran City, Philippines.

In the co-feature, WBO #11 Featherweight “Prince” Albert Pagara (29-1, 20 KOs) scored a second round KO over Mohammed “Chico” Kambuluta (17-4, 6 KOs). Also,

Also, bantamweight prospect Jeo “Santino” Santisima (15-2, 14 KOs) needed just 36 seconds to demolish Kichang “The Lion From Borneo” Kim (8-5-1, 2 KOs).

WBO #2, WBC #7, IBF #14 featherweight Mark “Magnifico” Magsayo (18-0, 13 KOs) scored a twelve round unanimous decision over Shota Hayashi (30-7-1, 18 KOs) in the main event on…
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Victorious Wanheng (49-0) closing in on Floyd



Photos: Sumio Yamada

WBC minimumweight world champion Wanheng Meenayothin moved to 49-0, 17 KOs, after a twelve round unanimous decision over Tatsuya Fukuhara (19-6-6, 7 KOs) on Saturday afternoon in Thailand. Fukuhara gave Wanheng all he could handle, but all three judges had the champ comfortably in front 116-112, 118-110 and 117-113.

With the win, Wanheng matches Rocky Marciano at 49-0, and is just one win from tying Floyd Mayweather’s record 50-0 ledger. photos

Photos: Sumio Yamada WBC minimumweight world champion Wanheng Meenayothin moved to 49-0, 17 KOs, after a twelve round unanimous decision over Tatsuya Fukuhara (19-6-6, 7 KOs) on Saturday afternoon in…
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Weights from Mohegan Sun

Constantin Bejenaru 199.5 vs. Thabiso Mchunu 200
Danny Gonzalez 139.2 vs. Danny O’Connor 139.7
Anthony Laureano 139 vs. Johnny Hernandez 137.2
Kali Reis 158.2 vs. Tiffany Woodard 159.5
Carlos Marrero 129.7 vs. Sequan Felton 131
Valerio Nocera 139.2 vs. Dan Murray 138.2
Charles Foster 179 vs. Quenton Rankin 179

Venue: Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, Connecticut
Promoter: Star Boxing

Constantin Bejenaru 199.5 vs. Thabiso Mchunu 200 Danny Gonzalez 139.2 vs. Danny O’Connor 139.7 Anthony Laureano 139 vs. Johnny Hernandez 137.2 Kali Reis 158.2 vs. Tiffany Woodard 159.5 Carlos Marrero…
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Weights from Mexico City

Anabel Ortiz 107.5 vs. Esmeralda Torres 106.5
Héctor Reyes 156 vs. Felipe de la Paz Teniente 156
Alessandro Riguccini 158 vs. Edgar Puerta 158
Mauricio Lara 26 vs. Luis Gerardo Pérez Salas 126.2

Promoter: Zanfer
Venue: Domo del Sindicato de Trabajadores del IMSS, Mexico City
TV: TV Azteca

Anabel Ortiz 107.5 vs. Esmeralda Torres 106.5 Héctor Reyes 156 vs. Felipe de la Paz Teniente 156 Alessandro Riguccini 158 vs. Edgar Puerta 158 Mauricio Lara 26 vs. Luis Gerardo…
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Weights from Chetumal, Quintana Roo

By Gabriel F. Cordero

Julio Ceja 121.50 vs Breilor Terán 121.50
(WBC silver super bantamweight title)

Francisco Rojo 139 vs John Carlo Aparicio 139
Alejandra Jiménez 216 vs María José Velis 205

Venue: Palacio de los Deportes ‘Erik Paolo Martínez’
Promoter: Promociones del Pueblo & Cancun Boxing
TV: Televisa (Mexico)

By Gabriel F. Cordero Julio Ceja 121.50 vs Breilor Terán 121.50 (WBC silver super bantamweight title) Francisco Rojo 139 vs John Carlo Aparicio 139 Alejandra Jiménez 216 vs María José…
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Kovalev: These losses didn’t break me

Former unified light heavyweight world champion Sergey “Krusher” Kovalev (30-2-1, 26 KOs) is energized and reinvigorated as he returns to the ring tonight against Vyacheslav Shabranskyy for the vacant WBO world title at the Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

“I’m here fighting for all boxing fans, here and worldwide…I’m still alive,” stated Kovalev. “I’ve reloaded and got a lot of new motivation in my head, mentally. From my last losses, I didn’t break. These losses didn’t break me mentally. It was a good experience for me. I should follow my goals on a clear road without any wrong things, any baggage on my back.” Continue reading “Kovalev: These losses didn’t break me”

Former unified light heavyweight world champion Sergey “Krusher” Kovalev (30-2-1, 26 KOs) is energized and reinvigorated as he returns to the ring tonight against Vyacheslav Shabranskyy for the vacant WBO…
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Renteria edges Rosales in Panama

By Héctor Villarreal

In an epic battle between two of the best welterweights of Panama, John “El Emperador” Renteria (15-4-1, 11 KOs) scored a majority decision against Jeffry “El Merenguero” Rosales (8-6-2, 2 KOs) on the main event of the Sparta en Guerra boxing card presented by sparta Promotions at Fantastic Casino in Albrook Mall, Panama City.

In the co main event, Cuban Pablo Vicente (9-0, 6 KOs) stopped Colombian Mauricio Martinez (13-15-2, 4 KOs) with a perfect left hook to the liver at 2:06 on the third round.

By Héctor Villarreal In an epic battle between two of the best welterweights of Panama, John “El Emperador” Renteria (15-4-1, 11 KOs) scored a majority decision against Jeffry “El Merenguero”…
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Wanheng (48-0), Fukuhara make weight

Photos: Sumio Yamada

Wanheng Menayothin 105 vs. Tatsuya Fukuhara 105
(WBC world minimumweight title)

Note: Menayothin is looking to take his record to the magic 49-0 against Fukuhara (19-5-6, 7 KOs) with Floyd’s 50-0 in sight.

Venue: Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand
Promoter: Piyarat Wachirarattanawong

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Photos: Sumio Yamada Wanheng Menayothin 105 vs. Tatsuya Fukuhara 105 (WBC world minimumweight title) Note: Menayothin is looking to take his record to the magic 49-0 against Fukuhara (19-5-6, 7…
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Kovalev, Shabranskyy make weight

Sergey Kovalev 174 vs. Vyacheslav Shabranskyy 174.8
(WBO light heavyweight title)

Jason Sosa 131.2 vs. Yuriorkis Gamboa 130.6
Sullivan Barrera 174.8 vs. Felix Valera 174.2
Bakhram Murtazaliev 153.8 vs. Carlos Galvan 151.8
Frank Galarza 153 vs. Jaime Herrera 153.2
LeShawn Rodriquez 156.6 vs. Alex Sandro Duarte 154.4
Meiirim Nursultanov 161.6 vs. Eric Moon 162.2
Enriko Gogokhia 148.8 vs. Jose Abreu 148.2
Ismael Villarreal 154.2 vs. Race Sawyer 155.6

Venue: The Theater at Madison Square Garden, NYC
Promoter: Main Events
TV: HBO

Sergey Kovalev 174 vs. Vyacheslav Shabranskyy 174.8 (WBO light heavyweight title) Jason Sosa 131.2 vs. Yuriorkis Gamboa 130.6 Sullivan Barrera 174.8 vs. Felix Valera 174.2 Bakhram Murtazaliev 153.8 vs. Carlos…
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Ustinov-Charr for WBA heavyweight title

This Saturday night BoxNation subscribers will be able to watch Alexander Ustinov (34-1, 25 KOs) and Manuel Charr (30-4, 17 KOs) clash for the vacant WBA world championship. There had been some question about the championship status of the fight, but it now being billed as a world title fight. Ustinov-Charr is taking place at Koenig-Pilsener-Arena in Oberhausen, Germany. Charr is returning to action after having had hip replacement surgery in May.

This Saturday night BoxNation subscribers will be able to watch Alexander Ustinov (34-1, 25 KOs) and Manuel Charr (30-4, 17 KOs) clash for the vacant WBA world championship. There had…
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Arum: 65-35 split is about right

By Ray Wheatley — World of Boxing

Hall of Fame promoter Bob Arum cannot understand why Eddie Hearn regards a 65-35 split as not reasonable for a unification bout between WBA, IBF heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua and WBO heavyweight champion Joseph Parker.

“I’ve been in this sport for decades and I can tell you that in a unification fight like this that split is more than fair,” said Arum, who has a promotional interest in Parker. “Joshua has two belts and Parker has one – so 65-35 is about right. I can’t see why Eddie Hearn doesn’t see it as reasonable. Continue reading “Arum: 65-35 split is about right”

By Ray Wheatley — World of Boxing Hall of Fame promoter Bob Arum cannot understand why Eddie Hearn regards a 65-35 split as not reasonable for a unification bout between…
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Dimitrenko returns Dec 22

Promoter Erol Ceylan has inked 6’7 heavyweight Alexander “Sascha” Dimitrenko (40-3, 26 KOs) to a promotional contract. “Sascha” will return to the ring on December 22 at the G18 Halle in Hamburg, Germany.

Also on the card is heavyweight Adrian Granat (14-1, 13 KOs), making his comeback in an eight-rounder after losing to Dimitrenko in March.

Opponents for both fighters will be named.

Promoter Erol Ceylan has inked 6’7 heavyweight Alexander “Sascha” Dimitrenko (40-3, 26 KOs) to a promotional contract. “Sascha” will return to the ring on December 22 at the G18 Halle…
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Renteria, Rosales make weight in Panama

By Héctor Villarreal

Panamanian welterweights John “El Emperador” Renteria (14-4-1, 11 Kos) and Jeffrey “El Merenguero” Rosales (8-5-2, 2 KOs) both weighed in at 146.5 pounds for their 8 rounds clash which heads the “Sparta en Guerra” boxing event presented by Sparta Promotions on Friday night at Fantastic Casino Albrook Mall in Panama City, Panama.

Photo: Renteria (left) and Rosales

Jhon Renteria 146.5 vs Jeffrey Rosales 146.5
Pablo Vicente 132 vs Mauricio Martinez 132
Damian Rodriguez 159 vs Javier Calderon 164
Azael Cosio 156.25 vs Leovigildo Siris 161
Olga Julio 113 vs Maria Andrea Miranda 113.5
Nataly Delgado 119 vs Marlene Aguilar 126

Tickets $8, $10, $20, $30, $40
TV: Peleandopanama.com

By Héctor Villarreal Panamanian welterweights John “El Emperador” Renteria (14-4-1, 11 Kos) and Jeffrey “El Merenguero” Rosales (8-5-2, 2 KOs) both weighed in at 146.5 pounds for their 8 rounds…
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Tyson Fury Update

Hennessy Sports Statement: On 30 October 2017, Robert Smith of the BBBoC blamed Tyson Fury for delays to his anti-doping hearing. He said to Sky Sports, “We [the BBBoC] are ready to go, UKAD are ready to go on our behalf, and the independent panel are waiting for a confirmed date. It’s up to them [Team Fury] now [to propose a date].”

Then, on 23 November 2017, Mr Smith reiterated to Sky Sports, “The reason why this has taken so long, so I have been led to believe, is because Mr Fury’s legal team could not agree a date for the recommencement of the hearing. They obviously now have, and the hearing will recommence [in December 2017].”

Mr Smith is incorrect. Continue reading “Tyson Fury Update”

Hennessy Sports Statement: On 30 October 2017, Robert Smith of the BBBoC blamed Tyson Fury for delays to his anti-doping hearing. He said to Sky Sports, “We [the BBBoC] are…
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The 12th Round: Happy Thanksgiving!

By Mauricio Sulaiman
WBC President – Jose Sulaiman’s son

A day to reflect and be in the company of our loved ones but with the challenges that modern life has to offer. Mobile phones are killing the relations within families, they bring you closer to those far away while you completely ignore those who are near you. I invite you at least for today, to put down your phone, look around and cherish the moments that are there for you to enjoy and for others to enjoy your presence.

I also invite you to enjoy the Dallas Cowboys victory!

Our dear friend, legendary outman, Rafael Garcia has passed away. A beautiful person, who will be missed, will receive the services tomorrow Friday, November 24 in Las Vegas at Davis Funeral Home. Continue reading “The 12th Round: Happy Thanksgiving!”

By Mauricio Sulaiman WBC President – Jose Sulaiman’s son A day to reflect and be in the company of our loved ones but with the challenges that modern life has…
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World Boxing Super Series Update

The World Boxing Super Series will bring cruiserweight and super middleweight tournament semi-finals in January and February 2018, with the finals taking place in May. The first of the semi-final dates has now been announced.

Super Middleweight semi-finals
George Groves vs. Chris Eubank Jr
(WBA world title)
Date: February 17
Venue: Manchester Arena, Manchester, England
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Callum Smith vs. Juergen Braehmer
Date: TBA
Venue: TBA

Cruiserweight semi-finals
Yunier Dorticos vs. Murat Gassiev
(WBA, IBF world title unification)
Date: TBA
Venue: TBA
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Aleksandr Usyk vs. Mairis Briedis
(WBO, WBC world title unification)
Date: TBA
Venue: TBA

The World Boxing Super Series will bring cruiserweight and super middleweight tournament semi-finals in January and February 2018, with the finals taking place in May. The first of the semi-final…
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Hearn: A 65%-35% split is NOT happening

By Ray Wheatley — World of Boxing

WBO heavyweight champion Joseph Parker could be defending the championship against former WBA heavyweight champion Lucas “Big Daddy” Browne now that negotiations for a unification bout against WBA/IBF heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has stalled. Joshua promoter Eddie Hearn has stated he will not be paying Parker the 35% of the revenue stream that was demanded by David Higgins for a Parker-Joshua bout.

“There is a deal there to be done with Joseph Parker, which makes him a lot of money,” said Hearn. “A win gives him a massive eight-digit payday for the next one. If they really think they can knock out Anthony Joshua, they should take the fight…It’s not a million miles away, but it’s not happening at 65-35.”

By Ray Wheatley — World of Boxing WBO heavyweight champion Joseph Parker could be defending the championship against former WBA heavyweight champion Lucas “Big Daddy” Browne now that negotiations for…
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WBO champ Kimura to defend against Igarashi

By Joe Koizumi
Photos by Sumio Yamada

The third man means a referee in boxing terminology, but WBO flyweight champ Sho Kimura was the third champ whose participation in the New Year’s Eve tripleheader was announced last—separately on Tuesday. Kimura (15-1-2, 8 KOs) scored an upset to wrest the WBO belt from two-time Olympic gold medalist Shiming Zou in Shanghai this July, and will make his initial defense against top contender Toshiyuki Igarashi (23-2-3, 12 KOs), former WBC 112-pound titlist and also ex-Olympian, along with the title defenses of Ryoichi Taguchi and Hiroto Kyoguchi.

Zou claimed a direct rematch with Kimura to the WBO, but his request was turned down and Kimura decided to face the compatriot Igarashi, four years his senior at 33. It will be a competitive encounter of the aggressive champ and the skillful southpaw speedster. Since both are durable and determined, the combat will probably go the distance, which may be good for the TBS television that may prefer a longer drawing of TV audience’s attention.

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By Joe Koizumi Photos by Sumio Yamada The third man means a referee in boxing terminology, but WBO flyweight champ Sho Kimura was the third champ whose participation in the…
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Taguchi-Melindo/Kyoguchi-Buitrago announced

By Joe Koizumi
Photos by Boxing Beat

Out of the world title tripleheader on New Year’s Eve in Japan, the first two were announced by Watanabe Promotions on Friday. WBA light-flyweight champion Ryoichi Taguchi (26-2-2, 12 KOs) will participate in a unification bout with IBF ruler Milan Melindo (37-2, 13 KOs) of the Philippines in a sensational encounter at the Ota-City General Gymnasium in Tokyo.

Taguchi, an elongated boxer-puncher, captured the WBA belt by lopsidedly defeating Alberto Rossel three years ago, and has technically improved to keep his belt against tough opposition on six occasions. Melindo, from Cebu, once failed to win the IBF belt on a technical decision loss to Javier Mendoza in Mexico in 2015, but stunned the Japanese crowd with an unexpected first-round demolition of defending titlist Akira Yaegashi (conqueror of Mendoza) last May. Since then, Milando experienced a tough defense in eking out a split verdict over Hekkie Budler this September. Taguchi says, “I respect Melindo’s real power, but wish to unify the two belts to prove my strength.” Continue reading “Taguchi-Melindo/Kyoguchi-Buitrago announced”

By Joe Koizumi Photos by Boxing Beat Out of the world title tripleheader on New Year’s Eve in Japan, the first two were announced by Watanabe Promotions on Friday. WBA…
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Tevin Farmer: A Very Special Thanksgiving

Upcoming world title challenger Tevin “American Idol” Farmer (25-4-1, 5 KOs) is spending this year celebrating a very special Thanksgiving. On December 9, the 27-year-old will challenge for his first world title against Kenichi Ogawa (22-1-0, 17 KOs), of Tokyo, Japan, with the vacant IBF junior lightweight championship on the line, at Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas and live on HBO.

Slated for his first world title opportunity after having compiled an extraordinary 18-bout winning streak over the last five years, Farmer was also the victim this past July 29 to an act of senseless violence. When a neighborhood domestic dispute erupted involving Farmer’s brother, Tevin intervened to play peacemaker. The incident left him shot in the right hand and his brother shot in the face. Continue reading “Tevin Farmer: A Very Special Thanksgiving”

Upcoming world title challenger Tevin “American Idol” Farmer (25-4-1, 5 KOs) is spending this year celebrating a very special Thanksgiving. On December 9, the 27-year-old will challenge for his first…
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Han-Cresop postponed

IBF female featherweight champion Jennifer Han suffered an ankle injury late last week and as a result, has forced promoters to reschedule her title defense against #1 contender Lizbeth Cresop. The bout was originally set for December 1 at the El Paso County Coliseum.

Once doctors determined that Han would be available to fight in late January, her promoter, Luigi Olcese of Pandora International, moved to reschedule the event and settled on January 27 at UTEP’s Don Haskins Center. According to Olcese, he and the Han team had no choice but to reschedule the event. “We’re very disappointed to have to reschedule, but there is no way Jennifer (Han) can fight on December 1st,” noted her New Jersey-based promoter. Continue reading “Han-Cresop postponed”

IBF female featherweight champion Jennifer Han suffered an ankle injury late last week and as a result, has forced promoters to reschedule her title defense against #1 contender Lizbeth Cresop.…
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Kovalev-Shabranskyy Preview

On Saturday night, Sergey “Krusher” Kovalev (30-2-1, 26 KOs) will look to regain the WBO Light Heavyweight World Title from The Theater at Madison Square Garden live on HBO World Championship Boxing against Vyacheslav “Lion Heart-Chingonskyy” Shabranskyy (19-1, 16 KOs). Check out the scouting report. Continue reading “Kovalev-Shabranskyy Preview”

On Saturday night, Sergey “Krusher” Kovalev (30-2-1, 26 KOs) will look to regain the WBO Light Heavyweight World Title from The Theater at Madison Square Garden live on HBO World…
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