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Christian Medina successfully defended his WBO bantamweight title in a thrilling twelve-round unanimous decision over Adrian Curiel. Medina, a twenty-five-year-old local hero, fought smart, targeting Curiels body with precise shots. Curiel, a twenty-seven-year-old former junior flyweight champ, came forward aggressively but struggled with the size gap. The fight got rough in the eleventh round, earning warnings from the referee for both fighters. Medinas path to the title is inspiring, having dropped three of his first pro fights before rising to twenty-seven wins and four losses with nineteen knockouts. Curiel drops to twenty-six and seven with one draw. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected]

Rene Santiago, the unified WBA and WBO junior flyweight champion from Puerto Rico, is set to defend his titles against Masataka Taniguchi in a twelve-round bout in Tokyo on April third. This will be Santiagos third consecutive fight in Japan, following a successful 2025 year where he won the WBO belt and unified the WBA strap. Taniguchi, a southpaw from Tokyo, is aiming for two-division glory and has won two knockouts this year. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected]

Shakur Stevenson, the boxing star, recently fixed his smile and dominated Teofimo Lopez, winning the WBO super lightweight title. This victory marks a new phase in his career, as he showcases a more aggressive style, drawing fans closer with his blend of brilliance and power. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected]

OShaquie Foster, a seasoned boxer with a 24-3 record, is eager for a showdown with undefeated Shakur Stevenson. After a recent win over Stephen Fulton, Foster is on a two-fight win streak and holds the WBC junior lightweight title. Stevenson, a top pound-for-pound fighter, recently won the WBO junior welterweight title. Foster is determined to make the fight happen, regardless of Stevensons next weight class, and is ready to step up if needed. Boxing fans are hoping for this highly anticipated matchup. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected]

Hot Rod, Radivoje Kalajdzic, staged a remarkable comeback against Oleksandr Gvozydyk, securing a knockout victory in the seventh round. After a fifteen-month hiatus, Kalajdzic overcame two knockdowns and ring rust to triumph, now boasting a 30-3-2 record with 22 knockouts. He aims to challenge David Benavidez and fight again at the Apex in April or May. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected]

Jesse Bam Rodriguez and Shakur Stevenson vie for the title of best American boxer, each with impressive records and high-level victories. Shakur boasts a flashy win over Teofimo Lopez, while Bam counters with deeper victories against top contenders. Both are elite technicians, but Shakurs pure boxing mastery gets an A plus plus, while Bam pairs A plus skills with beastly power. Looking ahead, one of these Americans could claim the pound-for-pound crown soon, with Shakur facing tougher paths at 140 or welterweight and Bam potentially needing to jump two divisions to challenge top contenders. The smart money says Shakur Stevenson hits the top spot first, but Bam Rodriguez could follow right behind as the next American king. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected]

Sebastian Fundora, a six-foot-six junior middleweight, is preparing for a high-stakes pay-per-view bout against Keith Thurman on March 28th at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. After a hand injury halted his progress last year, Fundora, with a record of 23-1-1, is back and training rigorously in the California mountains alongside his sister, womens boxing champion Gabriela. Fundora, unfazed by Thurmans experience, aims to silence critics and solidify his position as the top contender in the stacked division, where Xander Zayas, Josh Kelly, and contenders like Vergil Ortiz Jr. and Jaron Ennis await. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected]

Bakhram Murtazalievs team is seeking a rematch after losing the IBF title to Josh Kelly, arguing a ten to nine score in the final round would have resulted in a draw. Fans and promoters are divided, with Murtazalievs team from Main Events claiming he was shortchanged. Kelly, with eighteen wins and nine knockouts, is set to face unbeaten Jaron Ennis in a voluntary defense, pending Ennis ability to secure his dream matchup with Vergil Ortiz Jr. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected]

Keith Thurman, a former unified welterweight champion, is back in the ring for a WBC junior middleweight title shot against Sebastian Fundora on March 28th. Despite a long wait, Thurman, who has deep roots with Premier Boxing Champions, is preparing for the fight by training hard and sparring with tall partners. Fundora, a young contender, is no easy opponent, having stopped Tim Tszyu in 2024. Thurman, known as the peoples champion, is eyeing future fights with Errol Spence Jr. or Jermell Charlo. Meanwhile, Floyd Mayweather Jr.s lawsuit against Showtime over mishandled purses adds to the drama. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected]

Derek Chisora to face Deontay Wilder in final fight, DAZN secures deal for MVP and Zuffa Boxing, Shakur Stevenson calls out Conor Benn for Wembley clash, Teofimo Lopez faces criticism after loss, Radivoje Kalajdzic stuns Oleksandr Gvozdyk. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected]

Nick Ball, the WBA featherweight champion, and Brandon Figueroa, the challenger, face off in a highly anticipated title fight on Saturday. Both fighters, known for their high-output styles, kept their press conference low-key, focusing on their readiness rather than trash talk. Ball, standing at five foot two, is undefeated with thirteen knockouts, while Figueroa, five foot nine, has a record of twenty-six wins, two losses, and one draw, with nineteen knockouts. Figueroa, a former WBC champion, is confident after stopping unbeaten Luis Nery in seven rounds. Ball, however, predicts his victory, regardless of the fights duration. The matchup between the Wrecking Ball and the Heartbreaker promises an exciting showdown, with fans eagerly awaiting Saturdays fight. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected]

Liverpool boxer Jack Strand, 20, faces a crucial fight this Saturday against Mexicos Reuben Lezama Gonzalez. With two losses, another defeat could derail his career. Strand, supported by Queensberry promoters, learns from past setbacks, aiming for a strong win and a path to a world title. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected]

Shakur Stevensons victory in the Lopez fight was overshadowed by the WBC stripping him of his lightweight title due to a rules violation. Stevenson, who refused to pay sanctioning fees, accused the WBC of prioritizing money over integrity. Despite this setback, Stevenson remains undefeated with 25 wins. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected]

Josh Kelly, a thirty-one-year-old ex-Olympian, has become the new IBF junior middleweight champion after defeating Bakhram Murtazaliev. This victory, his first world title, has turned his life upside down with media attention and demands. Despite a previous loss to David Avanesyan, Kelly has learned to keep his circle tight and not take supporters for granted. He reviewed the fight with his coach Adam Booth, feeling good about it but wishing hed used his jab more. Kelly is now eyeing big fights with Conor Benn, Xander Zayas, or Jaron Ennis, particularly a bout with Benn at the Stadium of Light for British fans. He always believed this was his destiny and is currently soaking in the triumph. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn

Most Valuable Promotions launches its first UK show with an all-womens boxing card, featuring double unification title fights. Caroline Dubois vs Terri Harper for WBC and WBO lightweight titles, and Ellie Scotney vs Mayelli Flores for undisputed junior featherweight championship. Supporting bouts include Chantelle Cameron vs Michaela Kotaskova for WBO belt and Irma Garcia vs Emma Dolan for IBF junior bantamweight title. The event, on April 5th, coincides with National Girls and Women in Sports Day and marks MVPs global push into womens boxing. A press conference and undercard details to follow. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn