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Anthony Joshua didn’t even blin when he was asked if George Foreman was the most challenging

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1 year ago

March 23, 2025

Anthony Joshua called George Foreman, the most cruel blow of all time. Foreman once generously proposed a mentor of the British heavyweight after his stunning defeat by Andy Ruiz Jr in 2019. After Joshua perceived many as a successor to legends such as Foreman and Muhammad Ali, Ruiz ripped the script in one of the biggest threads in the history of boxing.

Ruiz came off the canvas to catch Joshua with a huge left hook in the third round, then stopped him in seventh. When Joshua looks like a broken man, it led to Foreman, who unfortunately died at the age of 76 this week to offer his support. He said about Club Power breakfasts in 2019: “They will have to return to the gym.

“I think he will be a bigger warrior, Joshua, if he returns, gathers the mind. He will be even better. But now it’s better to learn to box and better get a good manager. I will do it. It’s certain. He needs someone like me.”

Joshua remained with his long -time coach Rob McCracken, before he later joined forces with Robert Garcia, and then Derrick James before he worked with Ben Davison in 2023. But Joshua always enjoyed a foreman.

Asked about the most powerful boxer of all time, Joshua did not hesitate to replace Foreman, saying: “George Foreman. His power was different.”

He admires Joshua for Foreman, he was also perceptible when he compared Joe Joyce, the rising British boxing star in 2016, to the legendary warrior. He said, “He [Joyce] may not have finesse [Muhammad] Ali had, but he has brutal strength [George] Foreman. It will cause some havoc in the amateur division. “

Foreman’s death was announced on Friday, causing a wave of tribute to boxing and a wider sports world. The family statement was: “Our hearts are broken. With deep sadness we announced the departure of our beloved George Edward Foreman St., who calmly left on March 21, 2025 surrounded by loved ones.

“A pious preacher, a devoted husband, a loving father and a proud grandfather and great -grandfather, lived with a life marked by unwavering faith, humility and goal.”

Joshua paid tribute, providing the statement with the signature: “Rip Champ!” Mike Tyson expressed his condolences, saying: “Condolences with the family of George Foreman. His contribution to boxing and not only will never be forgotten.”

Foreman initially left his mark when he won the Olympic gold medal at the Olympic Games in Mexico in 1968. His most significant event in his career was undoubtedly when he demolished Joe Frazier in 1973, knocking him out in the second round to ensure his first world heavyweight title.

Foreman was not the same warrior after losing in the jungle to Ali in 1974. After 10 years of sport, he returned to the ring in the delayed 1980s and incredibly won the IBF heavyweight title at 45 after defeating Michael Moorerer, making him the oldest heavyweight champion of all time. After 81 PRO Fights he fought for the last time in 1997.

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Re: Official Negotiating Order – Mandatory WBO Welterweight Championship – DevinHaney (champion) vs. Keyshawn Davis (#1 challenger)

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2 days ago

July 2, 2026

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Xander Zayas vs Jaron Ennis – Odds and Betting Guide

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2 weeks ago

June 23, 2026

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Zayas and Ennis face to face before the clash. Photo: Matchroom Boxing

Jaron Ennis is the bookmakers’ main favorite to defeat Xander Zayas in their highly anticipated world title clash on Saturday in Brooklyn.

Ennis challenges Zayas for the WBO and WBA super welterweight belts at the Barclays Center live on DAZN pay-per-view.

The undefeated resident of Philadelphia enters the game as the favorite on February 11 Bet365 give the 23-year-old his first professional defeat and become world champion in two weight categories.

“Boots” has stopped 31 of his 35 opponents, including Uisma Lima in his 154-pound debut in October, and is expected to stop the Puerto Rican on 20/21.

The 28-year-old last covered this distance in 2024, and a decision victory is valued at 13/2.

Zayas and Ennis face to face before the clash. Photo: Matchroom Boxing

Even though Zayas has taken over as unified champion, he is an underdog Bet365 at 15/04.

Man from San Juan defeated Abass Baraou by split decision will add the WBA belt to his WBO crown in January and his best chance of victory is rated at 13/2 by decision, while success in the shock break is rated at 14/1.

Jaron Ennis knocked out Uisma Lima in the first round in Philadelphia. Photo: Emma Brawley/Matchroom Boxing

Full Bet365 odds

The result of the fight

Xander Zayas will win the fight: 15/4
Xander Zayas by KO/TKO/DQ: 14/1
Xander Zayas by decision or technical decision: 13/2
Jaron Ennis will win the fight: 11/02
Jaron Ennis by KO/TKO/DQ: 20/21
Jaron Ennis by decision or technical: 8/5
Draw or technical draw: 14/1

Round bets

Xander Zayas

Win in round 1: 100/1
Win in round 2: 100/1
Win in round 3: 100/1
Win in round 4: 100/1
Win in round 5: 100/1
To win in round 6: 100/1
To win in round 7: 80/1
To win in round 8: 80/1
To win round 9: 66/1
To win in round 10: 66/1
To win round 11: 66/1
To win in round 12: 80/1
To win by decision or technical decision: 6/1

Zayas won by points decision over Abass Baraou. Source: Mikey Williams / top position

Jaron Ennis

To win round 1: 80/1
Win in round 2: 50/1
Win in round 3: 40/1
To win in round 4: 28/1
To win in round 5: 20/1
To win in round 6: 16/1
Win in round 7: 12/12
To win in round 8: 1/11
To win in round 9: 10/1
To win in round 10: 10/1
To win in round 11: 10/1
To win in round 12: 1/11
Win by Decision or Technical Decision: 7/4

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Lewis Crocker vs. Liam Paro – large fight preview and predictions

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2 weeks ago

June 23, 2026

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In September, Donovan was beaten a second time by Crocker. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing

On Wednesday, Lewis Crocker heads to Australia to defend his IBF welterweight world title against Liam Paro for the first time.

Crocker will face Paro at the Pat Rafter Arena in Queensland, live on DAZN in the UK and Kayo Sports in Australia.

Crocker (22-0, 11 KO) became world champion in September, defeating Paddy Donovan twice before winning the rematch by split decision.

Man from Belfast recorded his second victory over Donovan after the first victory in March last year, and his rival was disqualified for hitting him after the bell.

Paro (27-1, 16 KO) is trying to become a world champion in two weight categories, having previously reigned in the super-lightweight division.

In September, Donovan was beaten a second time by Crocker. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing

The 30-year-old won the title with a unanimous decision victory over Subriel Matias in Puerto Rico before winning the belt in his first defense against Richardson Hitchins.

The Australian has since won twice, overtaking David Papot in his last appearance in September.

Paro looks like a two-time IBF champion. Photo: Melina Pizano/Matchroom

McKean meets Taliva

Heavyweight Demsey McKean will look to continue his rebuild when he faces Liam Talivaa for the vacant IBF Pan Pacific title.

McKean (24-2, 16 KO) had his career cut miniature after a last-round loss to Filip Hrgovic, followed by a brutal first-round loss to Moses Itauma.

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The 35-year-old southpaw returned to winning ways with back-to-back stoppage victories.

Talivaa (8-2, 4 KO) last won the IBF Oceania-Orient title, defeating Faiga Opelu by first-round stoppage.

Undercard remaining

At cruiserweight, Luke Modini (13-0, 11 KO) will likely need distance to beat Peng Qu (17-2-1, 12 KO), while Riley Candy (8-1, 5 KO) could stop Nathan Watson (11-3, 3 KO) at super middleweight.

Vegas Larfield (13-1, 9 KO) can hand Shamal Ram Anuj (11-8, 8 KO) his fourth defeat in a row in a featherweight clash.

Heavyweight Nelson Asofa-Solomon (2-0, 2 KO) can secure a third straight knockout over debutant George Burgess, and Stevan Ivic (8-0-1, 2 KO) can do the same against Caleb Tialu (3-7, 3 KO), also a heavyweight.

Prospective super welterweight fighter Jack Javed (1-0) should overtake Lance McDonald (1-5-1, 1 KO).

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