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Filip Hrgovic predicts former opponent Daniel Dubois’ fight against Wardley

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Filip Hrgovic predicts former opponent Daniel Dubois’ fight against Wardley

This time next month, all eyes will be on Fabio Wardley and Daniel Dubois as they face off in an intriguing fight for the WBO heavyweight world title. Now Filip Hrgovic, who will face Dubois in 2024, has presented his predictions for this fight.

Nearly two years ago, Dubois and Hrgovic went toe-to-toe in a scintillating fight for the interim IBF heavyweight title. Despite a dominant start to the competition, the Croatian suffered his first professional defeat.

The victory for “Triple D” propelled him to the full IBF world title, and he then stopped Anthony Joshua to prove he was a worthy heavyweight ruler before losing the title to Oleksandr Usyk. Now he looks set to return to form for a third straight world title fight, this time against newly crowned WBO titleholder Wardley.

I’m talking to iFL TelevisionHrgovic said he favored Dubois in this fight, predicting the Londoner would become the fifth two-time British heavyweight champion.

“Yes, I give him the advantage. I think he will win.”

“El Animal” then revealed both his desire to fight Dubois again and his doubts that the opportunity would ever arise.

“I want to have a rematch with him [Dubois] one day.”

“This [rematch for the WBO world title] that would be great but I don’t think it happens as I’m not from the UK. You motherfuckers give your boys every opportunity!”

The Wardley-Dubois tournament will take place on Saturday, May 9 at the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester, while Hrgovic will face Dave Allen at the Keepmoat Stadium in Doncaster next week.

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Tony Bellew recalls his ‘greatest night in boxing’

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Tony Bellew reflects on his ‘greatest ever night in boxing’

Former WBC cruiserweight world champion Tony Bellew has described what he considers to be the “greatest night” of his impressive 34-fight career; during which he faced players such as Adonis Stevenson, David Haye and Oleksandr Usyk.

Bellew began his professional career at lightweight heavyweight, winning the British and Commonwealth titles at 175 pounds, but losing to both Nathan Cleverly and Adonis Stevenson while fighting for world titles.

The defeat against the Canadian resulted in his move to cruiserweight, where the proud Evertonian defeated Mateusz Masternak in the fight for the EBU European belt, then stopped Ilunga Makabu within three rounds and won the WBC world title at Goodison Park.

Two victories over the legendary David Haye would soon follow, but the third defeat of his career, at the hands of Oleksandr Usyk, turned out to be “The Bomber’s last appearance as a professional, as the iconic Ukrainian stopped Bellew when he had no cards in the eighth round of the game in 2018.

On X, Bellew celebrated the 10th anniversary of his world title win over Makabu, describing the evening as “the greatest night ever”.

“My greatest night ever!! I can’t believe it’s been 10 years already!” #WBC“

The Bellew-Makabu card featured a wealth of Liverpool talent on the evening, with Callum, Paul and Stephen Smith performing alongside David Price, James Metcalf, Tom Farrell, Gerald Carroll and Craig Glover in an incredible display of Liverpool’s talent pool.

Makabu won the WBC world title himself, overtaking Michał Cieślak in the fight for the belt in 2020, and then defended the title twice before losing it to Badou Jacek in 2023.

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Devin Haney responds after Keyshawn Davis moves to No. 1 in the WBO welterweight rankings

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The WBO champion quickly accepted a fight with Davis after the challenger rose to the top of the rankings

Devin Haney wasted no time reacting after Keyshawn Davis was elevated to No. 1 in the WBO welterweight rankings. The champion publicly welcomed the matchup, posting a low message on social media shortly after the updated rankings were released.


This is absolute theater and to look at it like everything else is to succumb to the promotional machine. The moment the WBO rankings dropped and Keyshawn took the No. 1 spot, Haney knew the clock was ticking.

Had he remained still or tried to minimize Keyshawn’s 147-pound inexperience, the boxing world would have immediately labeled him a shirker. By jumping on X and immediately matching the energy, he completely obfuscates this narrative. He begins to look like a fearless champion who is ready for everyone, knowing full well that posting on social media doesn’t cost a penny or require a contract.

The reality of the situation suggests that this is a calculated public relations move rather than a genuine desire for several different reasons:

  • Financial reality: Haney always strives for the highest possible bottom line. While the Keyshawn fight is in high demand among die-hard fans, it doesn’t compare to the massive payday of a potential rematch with Ryan Garcia or the other blockbuster pay-per-view opportunities that are likely at the top of his wish list.
  • Mandatory timeline cushion: Haney knows how bodywork mechanisms turn. Even with the WBO expected to order a mandatory challenge this summer, negotiations, price offers and promotional extensions could add months to the schedule. He has plenty of time to consider other options before the real pressure comes.
  • Risk versus reward: Fighting a adolescent, hungry and highly skilled fighter like Keyshawn, who has never even fought at welterweight, is a hazardous proposition in a title defense when there are much more lucrative, established names on the market.

Haney’s quick response was a great defensive move outside the ring to protect his brand. He gave fans an exhilarating quote they wanted to see, but when it comes to actual network deals, promotional arrangements and guarantees, the energy will likely change. On social media it’s uncomplicated to say “Let’s do this”; it’s a completely different story when the contract is sitting on your desk.

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Former footballers’ boxing event, supported by Tony Bellew and David Price, raised £73,500 for charity

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Ex-footballers’ boxing event backed by Tony Bellew and David Price raises £73,500 for charity

A commendable sum of £73,500 was raised for charity as Tony Bellew and David Price gathered for a boxing night in Liverpool.

The gala took place on April 17 and former professional footballers clashed at the event, which was endorsed by sporting icons such as Steven Gerrard and Jamie Carragher.

The event, billed as “A Night To Remember II”, followed Pro Project Promotions’ first charity boxing event in October with the aim of giving retired athletes the opportunity to rekindle their competitive spirit.

Similarly, Pro Project Promotions founder Graham Stack, a former Arsenal goalkeeper, hopes to raise a total of £500,000 in the organization’s debut year.

He’s already close to halfway there, having raised a total of £201,000 for charities including Children’s Charity Merseyside and Autism Merseyside.

Stack made it clear that this was just the beginning.

“I am very proud to see Pro Project Promotions grow from strength to strength. These events give retired players a purpose, structure and a way to continue to compete for something that truly matters.

“To raise £73,500 [in April] and moving our total for six months over £201,000 is fantastic. We are closing in on £500,000 raised for the charity and I want to thank everyone who has supported us so far.”

Pro Project Promotions will return to Liverpool’s Grosvenor House Hotel on October 22, with ambassadors such as Natasha Jonas and Liam Smith expected to continue to provide support.

As for April’s performance, it was ultimately Swansea City cult hero Lee Trundle who won the main event against former Scotland striker Chris Iwelumo.

Participants, artists and charities for Pro Project Promotions’ next boxing event will be announced in the coming weeks.

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