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Anderson Silva will face Chael Sonnen in a boxing fight on June 15

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One of the greatest rivalries in the history of mixed martial arts will begin again next month.

Former UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva will face Chael Sonnen in a boxing bout on June 15 in Brazil, the Spaten Fight Night promotion announced on Sunday. Silva, 49, teased the end of his career earlier this week, claiming his last fight would take place next month in his native Sao Paulo.

Sonnen (47) confirmed his participation on social media.

“Oh, Anderson, yoohoo,” Sonnen said. “It’s me again. See you on June 15.”

Silva (34-11) and Sonnen (30-17-1) created one of the most memorable two-fight rivalries in UFC history. Silva was in the midst of a UFC-record 16 straight wins when he met Sonnen in 2010. The outspoken title challenger from West Linn, Oregon was a massive underdog entering his first UFC 117 meeting.

Sonnen shocked the world for 23 minutes of the fight, dominating Silva with takedowns and ground strikes before Silva secured a back triangle choke. The UFC is scheduled to induct the fight into its Hall of Fame in delayed June.

They met again two years later at UFC 148 in a blockbuster rematch in Las Vegas. Silva knocked out Sonnen with a knee to the chest after Sonnen lost his balance, throwing a spinning back fist.

Silva left the UFC in 2020, but has since boxed professionally four times. He has a 2-1-1 record in the ring, with his only defeat coming to Jake Paul via decision in 2022. Sonnen retired from MMA in 2019 after five appearances with Bellator MMA. The former collegiate wrestler has never boxed professionally.

In 2010, Silva was widely considered the greatest fighter of all time, but Sonnen’s ability to promote the rivalry with trash talk about the Brazilian legend helped propel him to stardom.

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ProBox TV has announced a partnership with Conlan Boxing to present shows in the UK and Ireland

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ProBox TV CEO Garry Jonas and Jamie Conlan will work together to bring ProBox TV’s “evenly matched action fights” ethos to the UK, starting on November 1 with a huge show in Belfast, Northern Ireland.

The next event will take place a month later in Waterford, Ireland, on December 7, before Jonas and Conlan head to England and Scotland in 2025.

In the first event to be held at the SSE Arena, 18-1 (9 KO) Irish lightweight heavyweight Padraig McCrory will face Spain-based Colombian Leonard Carrillo (17-5 (6 KO)) and former Irish amateur star Kurt Walker, 11- 0 (2 KO) will face Rudy Garcia (13-1 (2 KO) from Los Angeles) and Robbie Davies from Liverpool, 23-5 (15 KO), after a 10-round loss to Sergey Lipinets on ProBox TV earlier on TV ProBox TV. year, he will face Dominican southpaw Javier Fortuna 38-4-1 (27 KO) in the junior middleweight division.

There will be even more work to be done in the future as part of the bill between ProBox TV, the US boxing channel that broadcasts worldwide – and owns BoxingScene – and Conlan Boxing.

“From day one, our plans were to enter the British market,” Jonas said. “This is the home of boxing. These are the best and most well-informed fans in the world. The US may be the best market for the biggest fights due to sheer population, but on a per capita basis the UK is by far the best English-speaking boxing market in the world.

Jonas said plans for 2025 are to launch in Liverpool and then begin arriving in the UK.

“We are a boxing channel, not a promoter,” Jonas explained, “with a very clear philosophy about the type of fights we do. Equally tailored action fights are what a true fan really wants to see; good fighters in great fights. We do not support a specific player; every fighter has a fair chance to win. We needed to find a promoter in the UK who was willing to follow these guidelines and we are pleased to announce that Conlan Boxing will be our promoter on the other side of the ocean. Jamie and Michael Conlan are among the best adolescent promoters in Europe and we are confident that they are the right people to facilitate us develop the ProBox televised fight series across Europe.

Jamie Conlan, a former pro and now head of Conlan Boxing, said he had no hesitation in joining the Florida-based chain.

“I have been very aware of ProBox TV for some time,” Conlan said. “Their fortnightly midweek boxing matches continue to impress me, with action-packed fights against large names. So I had to listen to Garry’s vision for bringing the ProBox TV model to the UK/Ireland and wider Europe, which is where I jumped into. Consistent competitive fights that gave fans value for money, sign up.”

It will start on Friday, November 1

“Starting in Belfast with Pody McCrory, a full-on shootout with Leonard Carrillo and Robbie Davies Jnr-Javier Fortuna in a real 50/50 crossroads fight, undefeated former Olympian Kurt Walker becomes the toughest test of his career against Rudy Garcia and a rematch of the Irish fight of the year in Rudy Farrell vs. Conor Kerr, it’s a great way to start the series in Belfast.

“Then it’s off to Waterford in December with an intriguing All-Ireland romance between Dylan Moran and Tyrone McKenna.”

Conlan said there are plans for a “heated and ponderous move next year” and the recent partnership will target monthly performances, creating a “steady stream of competitive fights that everyone will appreciate.”

For those looking to tune in for the broadcast on November 1, the ProBox TV app is available in all app stores as well as on Intelligent TVs, Apple TV, Fire TV and Roku – and it’s free. More details can be found at probotv.com.

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Bill Haney to Oscar De La Hoya: “The lawsuit is final”

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Image: Bill Haney to Oscar De La Hoya: "The Lawsuit Stands"

Author: Robbie Bannatyne – 10/01/2024 – Comments

Bill Haney took to social media today to inform promoter Oscar De La Hoya that his son Devin Haney’s lawsuit against Golden Boy Promotions and Ryan Garcia “is still lively.”

Haney (31-0, 15 KO) is suing Ryan for violating doping rules during the April 20 fight, during which Garcia tested positive for a banned substance.

Haney, 25, has not said what his career plans are or whether he will ever fight again. If this is Devin’s focus and hopes that his lawsuit will succeed, he may be disappointed if it fails. By now, former two-division world champion Haney should have signaled whether he will resume fighting.

Some fans have the impression that he has given up and is going to hang up his gloves. He took a vicious punch from Ryan (24-1, 20 KO) and went down several times over the 12 rounds in which he lost by decision.

According to Garcia, a rematch is no longer an option. He wants nothing to do with Haney because of his lawsuit.

“Oscar z [Hoya] everyone left. Gennadiy Golovkin sued you and Ryan Garcia threatened to sue you. I don’t have to sit down with you about anything,” Bill Haney said on social media, reacting to Oscar De La Hoya’s words on X that he would support the Haneys understand their contract to fight Ryan Garcia last April.

“I see you tweet a lot but you don’t say anything. Maybe you’re correcting somewhere. The lawsuit remains in effect,” Bill said.

If Haney continues his career, he will have to try to make up for the loss at 147 pounds. This will be tough for him because it is a tough division for fighters who lack power and a sturdy chin. Haney may be the equivalent of fish food at welterweight and won’t last long in that weight class.

Categories Devin Haney, Oscar De La Hoya and Ryan Garcia

Last update: 10/01/2024

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Tommy Morrison’s son, Kenzie, puts off taking revenge on his brother

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Trey Kenzie Morrison Mike Balogun postponed

Tommy Morrison’s son, Kenzie Morrison, will have to wait a little longer to avenge his brother’s only defeat.

Morrison was scheduled to fight Mike Balogun on October 23 in Recent York. Balogun previously knocked out Trey Morrison, Kenzie’s sibling, in 161 seconds.

However, organizer Tony Holden wants to give Kenzi more time to prepare for his revenge mission.

“After careful consideration, I have made the complex decision to postpone the Morrison vs Balogun fight,” Holden said. “Kenzie has demonstrated unwavering commitment to training. However, I believe it is necessary to provide further training and sparring adapted to the caliber of this fight.

“I take full responsibility for this decision and am committed to ensuring Kenzie’s safety and success in the ring.”

The fight is not expected to be delayed for too long, as Kenzie is currently advertising sponsorship opportunities during the event.

“Kenzie Morrison is the son of legendary heavyweight champion Tommy “The Duke” Morrison. We have amazing sponsorship packages for Kenzie, including great seats at Madison Square Garden. Please contact me and I will arrange a time for Lou DiBella and me to discuss the details,” Holden told interested parties.

Packages ranging from $750 to $1,500 include fight tickets, autographs and even a personal appearance by Kenzie Morrison. Anyone interested please contact Kenzie, Tony Holden or Lou DiBella.

A fresh date for the Kenzie Morrison vs. Mike Balogun fight is expected soon. Meanwhile, Trey is still recovering from two car accidents and has returned to work full-time, but his boxing career remains uncertain.

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