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Eddie Hearn REVEALS world champion Conor Benn has been rejected

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Benn defeated Prograis by unanimous decision. Photo: Mark Robinson

Eddie Hearn claims Conor Benn turned down a world title shot ahead of his fight with Regis Prograis.

On Saturday, Hearn was ringside at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to witness his former protégé Benn defeat Prograis unanimous decision.

It was the Briton’s first fight since controversially leaving Hearn’s Matchroom for Dana White’s Zuffa Boxing on a one-fight deal reportedly worth $15 million.

The fight took place at 150 pounds, with Benn dropping down to 147 pounds after two bouts with Chris Eubank Jr last year at middleweight.

Hearn claims he pitched the idea for ‘The Destroyer’ to face IBF welterweight world champion Lewis Crocker, but claims the 29-year-old had no interest in fighting him.

“I wanted him to fight Lewis Crocker,” said the match room chairman Professional boxing fans on Thursday.

Benn defeated Prograis by unanimous decision. Photo: Mark Robinson

“We went to lunch and I said, ‘You could fight Lewis Crocker. It’s a great fight. It’s a very tough fight, but if you win this fight, you will become world champion. “

“[He said] “I don’t want to fight Lewis Crocker, I don’t like Billy Nelson.”

“I said, ‘What the hell does that have to do with anything, just fight him.’

“Then we talked about Josh Kelly [and he said] “fuck no, Josh Kelly.”

“I think he’s right because he’s only going to make a few million to fight these guys and Zuffa just screwed them up by giving him $15 million to fight a guy who couldn’t even stand up.

“So he’s intelligent, he makes money.”

Hearn says Benn didn't want to fight IBF welterweight champion Crocker. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing
Hearn says Benn didn’t want to fight IBF welterweight champion Crocker. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing

According to reports, Benn, who is the number one contender in the WBC welterweight division, is in talks to fight world champion Ryan Garcia.

Earlier this week, Garcia claimed the fight would take place in August in Las Vegas.

Hearn says he will not try to give up on Benn, despite his contract with Zuffa having expired.

“As I understand it, I can [make an offer to Benn]”- the 46-year-old told the media, among others: Professional boxing fans on Tuesday.

“I think it would be a complete waste of time and it definitely won’t be.”

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Joe Joyce wants a rematch with the world champion

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Joyce knocked out Dubois in 2020. Photo: Queensberry Promotions

Joe Joyce says he would love a rematch with WBO heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois.

Joyce knocked out Dubois in the 10th round to become the 2020 British, Commonwealth and European Heavyweight Champion.

Despite three wins after overtime, the Londoner’s career was derailed after subsequent defeats against Zhilei Zhang.

Since losing to “Juggernaut,” Dubois has won two heavyweight titles and secured the WBO belt with a thrilling 11th-round victory over Fabio Wardley last month.

Joyce admits that a rematch on “Dynamite” would be attractive to him as he looks to catapult himself back into competition.

Joyce knocked out Dubois in 2020. Photo: Queensberry Promotions

“It’s always an attractive option,” said the 40-year-old Heavenly sports.

“Before I took over for Zhang, which was obviously a bad decision, I was the interim WBO [champion] after defeating Dubois i [Joseph] Parker.

“So it’s kind of like a mistake that I’m going to fix now.”

Dubois won the WBO world heavyweight title. Photo: Queensberry, Leigh Dawney
Dubois won the WBO world heavyweight title. Photo: Queensberry, Leigh Dawney

“Juggernaut” looks set to bounce back from back-to-back losses to Derek Chisora ​​and Filip Hrgovic when he faces undefeated Russian Artem Suslenkov on July 11 in Moscow.

Joyce has teamed up with Tyson Fury’s trainer, SugarHill Steward, and looks to secure his first win since 2024 by backing Murat Gassiev’s defense of his “regular” WBA heavyweight title against Tony Yoka.

“The motivation is to win, get back on the pitch and put in a dominant performance,” he added.

Joyce faces Suslenkov at the VTB Arena. Photo: IBA Pro
Joyce faces Suslenkov at the VTB Arena. Photo: IBA Pro

“I’ve made some changes, I’m training challenging and preparing for this fight.

“It’s just boxing.

“I’ve been training, I’ve been learning this year, I’ve put in a lot of work, so I’m ready to show you what I’ve learned.”

Fabio Wardley activated the rematch clause in his fight with Daniel Dubois. Photo: Fabio Wardley activated the rematch clause in his fight with Daniel Dubois. Photo: Queensberry, Leigh Dawney
Fabio Wardley activated the rematch clause in his fight with Daniel Dubois. Photo: Fabio Wardley activated the rematch clause in his fight with Daniel Dubois. Photo: Queensberry, Leigh Dawney

As for Dubois, the 28-year-old is set to rematch Wardley later this year over the Ipswich man activated the rematch clause.

“Dynamite” got up from the canvas twice, stopping the 31-year-old.

Dubois bounced back from losing the IBF crown to Oleksandr Usyk to become a two-time world heavyweight champion.

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Frank Warren ‘cannot’ promote Fury vs Joshua on Netflix

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Joshua and Fury have signed a contract to fight. Photo: Mark Robinson

It seems that Frank Warren has ruled out the possibility of being the main promoter of the Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua match.

Fury and Joshua have signed contracts to fight in the highly anticipated heavyweight battle later this year.

There is an ongoing discussion between Warren [Fury’s promoter], Eddie Hearn [Joshua’s promoter] and Zuffa Boxing boss Dana White on who will take over the promotional lead for the mega fight, which is being bankrolled by Saudi Arabian boxing boss Turki Alalshikh.

White claimed he would be in charge despite having no contracts with either man, while Hearn and Warren stated that the contracts excluded Zuffa from any involvement in the show.

However, Warren admitted that neither his company Queensberry nor Hearn’s Matchroom – which has exclusive broadcast deals with streaming service DAZN – can promote the fight, which is likely to end up on Netflix.

Joshua and Fury have signed a contract to fight. Photo: Mark Robinson

“We have an exclusive deal with DAZN for our fights in the UK,” said the 74-year-old talkSPORT.

“As for the Tyson vs. Joshua fight, it will be available on Netflix.

“So if the fight was in the UK and it was on Netflix, we wouldn’t be able to promote it anyway. The same goes for Eddie Hearn, he’s in the same situation.

“If you remember, Eddie, who is the promoter of “AJ,” his last fight was promoted by Jake Paul.”

Fury made headlines over the weekend after attending UFC Freedom 250 at the White House, where he was photographed alongside White and US President Donald Trump.

The “Gypsy King” teased White’s announcement regarding his future, and the UFC boss said it would be announced soon.

But on Wednesday, Fury’s manager denied the deal with Zuffa, insisting that the 37-year-old was invited by Alalshikh, who worked with White to launch Zuffa.

Tyson Fury at the UFC event at the White House with Zuffa Boxing CEO Dana White and US President Donald Trump Photo: Zuffa LLC
Tyson Fury at the UFC event at the White House with Zuffa Boxing CEO Dana White and US President Donald Trump Photo: Zuffa LLC

Warren also assured that the two-time world heavyweight champion remains under contract with him.

“Tyson hasn’t signed a contract with anyone,” he added.

– I have a contract with him.

“I’m very, very cheerful with that, and our business relationship has been, and continues to be, good.

“I don’t have any problems.

Joshua will make his first return on July 25 against Kristian Prengi in Saudi Arabia.

Fury, who retired in April to defeat Arslanbek Makhmudov, intends to have another warm-up fight in August before finally facing “AJ” in November.

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Revolutionary technology will debut in Harlem Eubank vs David Papot

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Harlem Eubank defeated Josh Wagner by unanimous decision in Brighton. Photo: David Cavan/Wasserman Boxing

On July 18, Gladius will enter the world of boxing for the first time when Harlem Eubank will face David Papot.

The Eubank vs Papot fight will take place at the Copper Box Arena in London, and DAZN will broadcast the event using groundbreaking Gladius technology.

Gladius is a brand novel performance analytics platform that uses video, audio, sensors and volumetric capture to deliver real-time data to viewers.

Some of the main novel features that fans will appreciate include instant data on impact force, fighter speed, and the impact of various shots.

Harlem Eubank defeated Josh Wagner by unanimous decision in Brighton. Photo: David Cavan/Wasserman Boxing

Gladius will also reveal fatigue indicators and information about different punch combinations.

The platform will present 360-degree replays of key fight moments, allowing you to watch fights from a previously unseen perspective.

One of the most stimulating technologies the company offers is its digital rubber shield system, allowing viewers to understand both the impact force and the exact location of each impact as it lands.

The fight night experience will also be enhanced by audio, as Gladius’ AI Audio system will amplify the sounds of punches and display them throughout the Copper Box Arena.

Eubank dominated Wagner. Photo: David Cavan/Wasserman Boxing
Eubank dominated Wagner. Photo: David Cavan/Wasserman Boxing

Gladius CEO Oliver Hickey has revealed that he is excited to be entering the world of boxing.

“This is the beginning of a novel era in combat sports. Gladius creates a single, trusted source of truth by intelligently combining video, volumetric capture, audio and wearable sensors.

“On July 18, fans will see the power, speed and power of every hit in real time with Matrix-style volumetric replays and insights that turn raw action into compelling understanding.

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“We believe we are building the ultimate infrastructure for the future of sports.”

MF Pro co-founder Kalle Sauerland also provided insight into the partnership with Gladius.

“We’re proud to partner with Gladius on this groundbreaking event. Boxing has always been a sport of heart and skill, but Gladius takes it to the next level with data fans have never had access to before.

“Harlem Eubank is the perfect player to showcase this technology – a vigorous talent whose performances will come to life like never before.”

Eubank, who defeated Josh Wagner in Novembercommented on his intentions on July 18, emphasizing that he was a world-class operator and expressing his desire to stop the French opponent.

“On July 18, live on DAZN, I will remind sports that I am a world-class operator.

“David Papot is more than just a gateway to the top of the welterweight division, he is a proven threat to anyone weighing 147 pounds.

“But I plan to meet this challenge in a devastating and decisive manner, sending a warning shot to the champions in my weight class.

“Thank you to my promoters, MF Pro, who are collaborating with Gladius on this event and bringing some really captivating ideas and concepts to the audience on DAZN.”

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