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James Dickens vs. Anthony Cacace – results and post-fight report

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Cacace overtook Dickens in Dublin. Photo: Queensberry/Leigh Dawney

Anthony Cacace became a two-time world champion, dethroning James Dickens.

He became WBA world champion in Dublin after a unanimous decision victory over Dickens.

The three judges handed it to Cacace with the cards read: 115-113, 116-112, 116-113.

The main event was razor edged for the first four rounds of the fight every round is difficult to call.

Things changed in the fifth set when “Apache” started to find his range and “Jazza Dickens” suffered an injury before a dominant round.

Cacace overtook Dickens in Dublin. Photo: Queensberry/Leigh Dawney

Dickens did well to drag the round towards the end, but it was still mostly in Cacace’s favor.

The sixth game was similar to the first, both players landed well and it was challenging to check them.

‘Apache’ probably won the next few rounds before he was caught in a nasty header in the ninth round.

Cacace is a two-time world champion. Photo credit: Queensberry/Leigh Dawney
Cacace is a two-time world champion. Photo credit: Queensberry/Leigh Dawney

Dickens made no mistake after a header and punished Cacace, who seemed anxious as he sat on his stool before the 10th round.

The Liverpudlian looked the smarter and fitter of the two heading into the final three rounds, despite being low on the cards.

Cacace did enough to claim a decisive points victory over 12 rounds.

Pierce O’Leary vs. Maxi Hughes

Pierce O’Leary claimed victory over former world champion Maxi Hughes in Dublin, forcing him to retire from a corner kick before the sixth round.

O’Leary impressed early on, winning the first three rounds.

Pierce O'Leary performed in Dublin. Photo credit: Queensberry/Leigh Dawney
Pierce O’Leary performed in Dublin. Photo credit: Queensberry/Leigh Dawney

It was his early attack that counted, beating out Hughes in the fourth round, who looked set to be stopped; somehow the Doncaster man heard the bell at the end of four o’clock.

He continued to apply pressure in the fifth round, which was supposed to be the final round of the competition. Hughes showed great heart to reach the final bell, but was forced to withdraw before the sixth.

In the corner, “Maximus” could be heard stating, “I can’t hear a damn thing.”

O’Leary starred on his Irish homecoming to win the IBO world title and will be looking to continue his unbeaten run.

O'Leary retained Maxie Hughes. Photo credit: Queensberry/Leigh Dawney
O’Leary retained Maxie Hughes. Photo credit: Queensberry/Leigh Dawney
Undercard remaining

Heavyweight prospect Adam Olaniyan made his professional debut in Dublin and it was a dream start with a first-round knockout in the first minute of the fight.

He stopped Jan Bezouska after dropping him seconds earlier, which is the start of a very invigorating journey.

Heavyweight prospect Adam Olaniyan made his professional debut. Photo credit: Queensberry/Leigh Dawney
Heavyweight prospect Adam Olaniyan made his professional debut. Photo credit: Queensberry/Leigh Dawney

Ryan Garner returned to action for the first time with a gigantic victory over Reece Bellotti after the last break.

This fight was more of an escape for “Piranha” as he faced the Endosperm. He made the Mexican’s job easier by hurting him in the second round before forcing the referee to step in and end the fight in the third round.

Ryan Garner is back in Dublin. Photo credit: Queensberry/Leigh Dawney
Ryan Garner is back in Dublin. Photo credit: Queensberry/Leigh Dawney

Jono Carroll and Colm Murphy had a great fight on the undercard, fighting for a points decision, which Carroll topped on each judge’s scorecard.

Steven Cairns stopped Arnie Dawson in the ninth, who was suffering just the first defeat of his career, while Gary Cully got back to winning ways with a six-round decision victory.

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Another debut came on a card starring Bobbi Flood, who broke down in the first round with a minute left in the round.

Eoghan Lavin stopped Liam Walsh with Carty and McReynolds scoring.

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Mike Tyson: I would prefer to fight Oleksandr Usyk

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Mike Tyson says he would love to fight Oleksandr Usyk. Source: Instagram

Mike Tyson talked about what a fight between him and two-time undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk would look like.

Tyson became the youngest heavyweight champion in history at the age of 20, and Usyk moved up from cruiserweight to defeat some of the best fighters of the decade.

After the Ukrainian moved to heavyweight, many wondered where he belonged among the great fighters.

Usyk has defeated Tyson Fury twice, Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois.

He is also scheduled to take part in a historic competition against kickboxing great Rico Verhoeven, to name a few the lasting legacy it leaves behind.

Tyson talked Ring Magazine and said that he would love to share the ring with the Ukrainian.

Mike Tyson says he would love to fight Oleksandr Usyk. Source: Instagram

“I would absolutely agree to fight Usyk.

“But Usyk is quite busy for a contemporary heavyweight.”

“Iron Mike” continued, comparing the activity of heavyweights today to when he was an busy champion.

“We are different fighters. Fighters of this era should see this. We were more busy than them.

“In my day, we defended our titles four times a year. Now these guys defend their titles once every two years.”

Usyk’s fight with Verhoeven will be his fourth in 24 months.

On May 23 in Egypt, Oleksandr Usyk will defend the WBC heavyweight world title in a fight against Rico Verhoeven. Photo: Leigh Dawney/Queensberry
On May 23 in Egypt, Oleksandr Usyk will defend the WBC heavyweight world title in a fight against Rico Verhoeven. Photo: Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Another name that Tyson brought up that would pose a great challenge to the current world champion is Evander Holyfield.

“Holyfield would give him a great fight. It’s a different era.

“You have to kill these guys to beat them. It’s tough to beat these guys without getting a scratch on your face.”

Tyson shared the ring with Holyfield twice. He was stopped in the 11th round of their first meeting and notoriously disqualified in a rematch for biting his opponent’s ear.

Kahn supervised the proceedings before Mike Tyson's infamous rematch with Evander Holyfield in 1997. Photo: AFP / Jeff Haynes
Kahn supervised the proceedings before Mike Tyson’s infamous rematch with Evander Holyfield in 1997. Photo: AFP / Jeff Haynes

Even though Usyk, now 39, is entering the final phase of his career, he listed three fights he wants before the fight ended.

He spoke to Inside The Ring.

The first of them was, of course, Rico Verhoeven, trained by Peter Fury.

Verhoeven is a former undisputed kickboxing champion. Photo: @ricoverhoeven Instagram
Verhoeven is a former undisputed kickboxing champion. Photo: @ricoverhoeven Instagram

He then sees himself fighting the winner of Fabio Wardley and Daniel Dubois, who will fight for Wardley’s WBA crown on May 9.

And finally, Usyk wants a monumental trilogy with Tyson Fury after already defeating him twice.

“Rico [Verhoeven]this is the first. Secondly, either Wardley or Dubois will win, and the third fight will be my friend “Greedy Belly”, Tyson Fury.

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The three-weight champion says Tyson Fury needs a knockout

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Arslanbek Makhmudov was outclassed by Agit Kabayel. Source: Matchroom

Three-time world champion Duke McKenzie has commented on Tyson Fury’s upcoming return in April.

McKenzie said Fury needed a break at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

His opponent will be Arslanbek Makhmudov, a former product of Russian amateur boxing.

After turning professional in 2017, “The Lion” put together an impressive 18-fight win streak during the session before getting his chance to fight WBC interim champion Agit Kabayel.

Makhmudov was the favorite but was outclassed in the evening before being stopped in sixth place.

Arslanbek Makhmudov was outclassed by Agit Kabayel. Source: Matchroom

McKenzie talked TalkSports about fighting.

“If Fury can’t take it from there and look good doing it, then there’s no point in fighting for the world title.

“A lot will depend on what he has left, because no one will know until the bell rings. A perfect test.”

In October, Makhmudov won a major victory in Great Britain.

Arslanbek Makhmudov proved too strong for Dave Allen in Sheffield. Photo credit: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing
Arslanbek Makhmudov proved too sturdy for Dave Allen in Sheffield. Photo credit: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing

He headlined in Sheffield against fan favorite Dave Allen.

The Russian was the better on the night, leading the way to a unanimous points victory.

Fury recently spoke to Gareth A Davies from his training camp in Thailand.

“If I can get back to what I did in my last fights in 2024, then yes, I will definitely be able to beat all these guys. I’m not that far away.”

The fight between Tyson Fury and Arslanbek Makhmudov will take place on April 11 live on Netflix
The fight between Tyson Fury and Arslanbek Makhmudov will take place on April 11 live on Netflix

“The Gypsy King” is the so-called two-time world heavyweight champion and clearly aims to win a third world title.

One of the fights Fury has shown interest in is a fight with WBA world heavyweight champion Fabio Wardley.

Wardley became champion after defeating Fury’s friend Joseph Parker, whom he stopped in the 11th round.

Fury revealed the motivations behind his return to the sport.

In April, Tyson Fury will face Arslanbek Makhmudov. Source: Sky Sports/ Mark Robinson/ Matchroom Boxing
In April, Tyson Fury will face Arslanbek Makhmudov. Source: Sky Sports/ Mark Robinson/ Matchroom Boxing

“I love this fighting game,” he went on to say Instagram.

“It’s not for financial gain. I could have retired 10 years ago.

“I’ve made an absolute fortune. It’s not about the money, although I always want to have a good deal.

Fury will fight for the first time since losing to Usyk in December 2024. Photo: Leigh Dawney/Queensberry Promotions
Fury will fight for the first time since losing to Usyk in December 2024. Photo: Leigh Dawney/Queensberry Promotions

“It’s mostly about the love of fighting games and sports.”

Another name that could be a possibility in the future is Oleksandr Usyk, who he has already fought twice.

He recently talked to “Kot”. Inside the Ring and revealed his plans for the last three fights of his career.

“Rico [Verhoeven]this is the first. Secondly, either Wardley or Dubois will win, and the third fight will be my friend “Greedy Belly”, Tyson Fury.

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The promoter wants Chisora-Wilder to be at stake for the world title

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The fight between Derek Chisora ​​and Deontay Wilder will take place on April 4 at the O2 Arena

With Derek Chisora ​​and Deontay Wilder set to share the ring in both of their 50th fights respectively, Kalle Sauerland has called for a world title to be on the line.

Wilder once ruled the heavyweight division for many years, and Chisora ​​fought for the title numerous times.

The fight between “Del Boy” and “The Bronze Bomber” is something of a turning point in both fighters’ careers.

Chisora ​​stated this though He will end his sports career on April 4.

The fight between Derek Chisora ​​and Deontay Wilder will take place on April 4 at the O2 Arena

However, in Wilder’s case, his eyes are set on the final path to becoming world champion.

Promoter Kalle Sauerland called for the title to be on the line in this fight. He talked to Sky Sports Boxing.

“Given Chisora’s current position at the very top of the heavyweight rankings, as well as Wilder’s position, and the high-profile nature of this fight, the opportunity to fight for the belt would be an incredible addition for them.”

Chisora ​​says he will retire after the Wilder fight. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing
Chisora ​​says he will retire after the Wilder fight. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing

He actually called up two-time world heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk, who he believes holds the belt.

“The Cat” is set to return to the ring against former kickboxing world champion Rico Verhoeven.

Interestingly, the fight will take place in the Pyramids of Giza, and the title of WBC Ukrainian world champion will be at stake.

Sauerland demanded to have the IBF belt.

Miller believes Derek Chisora ​​has the perfect style to cause problems for Deontay Wilder. Source: Queensberry/Leigh Dawney
Miller believes Derek Chisora ​​has the perfect style to cause problems for Deontay Wilder. Source: Queensberry/Leigh Dawney

“Oleksandr Usyk did not have a single IBF mandatory defense during his tenure as IBF heavyweight champion.

“This is boxing policy. We will talk to the IBF to see if there is anything that can resolve the situation and we will lobby for such a move.”

Usyk regained his IBF world title just a year ago in July when he stopped Daniel Dubois for a second time.

Usyk knocked out Dubois in five rounds. Photo: Photo credit: Queensberry/Leigh Dawney
Usyk knocked out Dubois in five rounds. Photo: Photo credit: Queensberry/Leigh Dawney

Sauerland, who held the belt for just seven months, may find it complex to force him to vacate the belt or step aside.

A fight with Usyk for the winner may be possible, but an immediate world title fight in April seems unlikely.

On May 23 in Egypt, Oleksandr Usyk will defend the WBC heavyweight world title in a fight against Rico Verhoeven. Photo: Leigh Dawney/Queensberry
On May 23 in Egypt, Oleksandr Usyk will defend the WBC heavyweight world title in a fight against Rico Verhoeven. Photo: Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

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