Latest Updates on the 2024 USA Boxing National Championships in Richmond, Virginia Source:  PR, Bob Trieger December 21, 2024 Photo Credit:  Facebook

(DEC 21) RICHMOND, VIRGINIA - Twenty-six champions were named during day five of the 2024 USA Boxing National Championships inside the Greater Richmond Convention Center in Richmond, Va. Friday’s action consisted of 92 bouts contested throughout the day’s lone session and closed out competition in the Junior male and female divisions along the way.  Full Story

WBA Convention Focuses on Female Boxers by Ron Scarfone December 19, 2024

(DEC 19) Boxing commentator Claudia Trejos kicked off the 103^rd World Boxing Association (WBA) Convention in Orlando, Florida at the Caribe Royale Hotel on Friday, December 13th with the Opening Ceremony.  The boxing event titled “Most Valuable Prospects 10” featured a women’s bout in the middleweight division.  Two-time Olympian Tammara “Tamm” Thibeault made her professional debut against middleweight contender Natasha..Full Story

Nisa Rodriguez Wins by TKO over Melody Popravak December 18, 2024

(DEC 18)  Last night at Sony Hall, in New York, Nisa Rodriguez, 165, won by a second round TKO over Melody Popravak, 162 3/4, out of Snellville, Georgia. According to a press release, Rodriguez rocked Popravak with just 30 seconds to go in round two. The bout was scheduled for six rounds. Rodriguez remains undefeated at 3-0-0 (1KO), and Popravak is now 2-3-1 (1KO).  Full fight Results

Only Three 15-round Bouts ever took place in Women's Boxing in the 1980's! by Sue TL Fox December 18, 2024

(DEC 18) The year was 1983, the venue was at the Civic Auditorium, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.    Women's Boxing was a struggle in the late 1970s and 1980s, with the difficulty of finding opponents to fight and at that time women's boxing was looked at more in the light of being a special feature on a card, and the media was not very kind many times when they wrote about females who wanted to fight in the sport. Full Story

This weekend's Boxing Lineup of women's boxing matches Worldwide Who Fought on Many Boxing Shows! by Sue TL Fox December 16, 2024

(DEC 16)  This past weekend there were notable and numerous boxing matches, that took place worldwide. As the popularity of women's boxing continues to rise, events this weekend highlighted the talent present in the sport, bringing attention to both seasoned fighters and rising stars alike.  On Saturday night these are some of the fights reported so far in the sport.  Full Story

The WBA presented Christy  Martin with an Honorary Lifetime Champion Award by Sue TL Fox December 15, 2024

(DEC 15)  The World Boxing Association (WBA) recently celebrated an iconic figure in the sport of boxing by honoring Christy Martin, a true pioneer of women’s boxing. During a special event held on Friday night, Gilberto Jesus Mendoza, the WBA president, awarded Martin the title of lifetime champion, recognizing her significant contributions to the sport and her role in paving the way for future generations of female boxers.  Full Story

2024 USA Boxing National Championships by the Numbers Source:  PR/Bob Trieger December 14, 2024

(DEC 14) RICHMOND, Vir. – With the 2024 USA Boxing National Championships just days away, boxers and attendees have made their final preparations for the event, which will be hosted inside the Greater Richmond Convention Center in Richmond, Va., from Dec. 16-21. USA Boxing is proud to host the event in Richmond, Va., for the first time and will have plenty of representation from across the nation among the organization’s 65,000+ members. Full Story

Claressa Shields To defend her WBC Heavyweight Title against Danielle Perkins   December 13, 2024

(DEC 13) On February 2, 2025, at the Dort Federal Event Center in Flint, Michigan, Claressa “T-Rex” Shields, boasting an impressive record of 15-0-0 (3KO), is set to face off against Danielle Perkins, who comes in at 5-0-0 (2KO) from Houston, Texas. This match is particularly significant as it will be for the WBC Heavyweight world title.  Shields last fought in July of 2024, at the Little Caesars Arena, in Detroit, Michigan, when she moved up to the heavyweight division and fought Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse for...Full Story

Women’s Boxing making dramatic Resurgence driven by a new Generation of talented boxers! by Sue TL Fox December 12, 2024

(DEC 12) As the world of sports evolves, women’s boxing is experiencing a dramatic resurgence, driven by a new generation of talented athletes who are redefining the ring. With unmatched determination and a fierce competitive spirit, these boxers are making significant strides in a traditionally..Full Story

From Gloves to Glory: Women Who Dominated the Ring December 11, 2024

(DEC 11) Women's boxing has transformed significantly over the years, moving from the shadows to the spotlight with Olympic recognition, Oscar worthy movies and global acclaim. The field of noteworthy female boxers is large - but who are the lady boxers who have staked a claim to being the very best?  Full Story

Stand-Out Amateur boxer Briandra Tamara Cruz signs with Wise Owl Boxing Source:  PR December 9, 2024

DEC 9) LOS ANGELES Wise Owl Boxing has announced the
signing of Mexican Olympian Briandra Tamara Cruz.  "“I’m thrilled to announce our partnership with Briandra Tamara Cruz, an incredible athlete whose skill, determination, and dedication to the sport of boxing are at the highest level. Briandra’s achievements, including her Olympic journey, speak volumes about her..Full Story

WBAN Honors Katie Taylor & Amanda Serrano As WBAN’s December 2024 Fighters Of The Month by Sue TL Fox December 8, 2024

(DEC 8) In December 2024, the Women's Boxing Archive Network (WBAN) honored Amanda Serrano and Katie Taylor as the Fighters of the Month, recognizing their exceptional contributions to the sport. Both athletes have consistently pushed the boundaries of women's boxing, captivating fans with their skill, tenacity, and sportsmanship.  Full Story

KOhen Promotions and Dee Lee Promotions team up to present Elite Fight Night January 18, 2025 Source:  PR December 5, 2024

(DEC 5) Philadelphia, PA – The 2025 boxing season kicks off with a bang as KOhen Promotions and Dee Lee Promotions team up to present Elite Fight Night, a professional boxing extravaganza set for January 18, 2025, at the iconic 2300 Arena, 2300 S. Swanson St. With event matchmaker, Nick Tiberi, this event promises to be an action-packed card designed to thrill boxing fans..Full Story

The 2014 International Women’s Boxing Hall of Famer Barbara Buttrick Turns 95 years today! by Sue TL Fox December 3, 2024

(DEC 3) On this special occasion, we celebrate the remarkable life and achievements of Barbara Buttrick, born on December 3, 1929, who today marks her 95th birthday. Known as a trailblazer in the world of women's boxing, Barbara holds the distinct honor of being the oldest living member of the International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame. Her induction in 2014 marked her as one of the most influential pioneers in the realm of women's boxing, and her contributions continue to resonate profoundly within the sports community.  Full Story

Two Female Bouts in Uruguay! December 3, 2024

(DEC 3) On Saturday night at the Gimnasio Ali, in Montevideo, Uruguay, Lucia Evelyn Marrero, 125 1/4, of Montevideo, won a first round TKO over Camila Nogueria, 127 1/2.  The bout was scheduled for four rounds.  In a second female bout, Diana Roseicela Delbono Mora, 108 1/2, making her pro debut, won by a four-round unanimous decision over Elizabeth Dahiana Sellanes, 109 1/4.

Sarah Mahfoud returns to form with hard-fought victory over Danila Ramos in Copenhagen Source:  PR/Danish Fight Night November 30, 2024

(NOV 30) Former IBF world featherweight champion Sarah Mahfoud of Denmark, originally from the Faroe Islands, returned to the ring and improved her record to 15-2 after earning a hard-fought majority decision victory over seasoned Brazilian contender Danila Ramos (now 13-4) on Friday night at Frederiksberg Hallerne in Copenhagen, Denmark.  Full Story

Tina Rupprecht Defeats Eri Matsuda to Become Unified Atomweight Champion by Ron Scarfone November 29, 2024

(NOV 29)  On Saturday night, November 23rd, at the Olympiastuetzpunkt in Heidelberg, Germany, Tina Rupprecht of Germany added the WBA and WBO belts to her WBC belt to become the unified atomweight champion by defeating former unified atomweight champion Eri Matsuda of Japan.  Full Story

Oshae Jones Defeats Femke Hermans to Win IBF and IBO Super Welterweight Titles by Ron Scarfone November 29, 2024

(NOV 29) On Friday night, November 22nd, at Corey Studios in Atlanta, Georgia, Oshae “Suga” Jones of Toledo, Ohio won the IBF and IBO super welterweight titles against Femke “Thunder” Hermans of Belgium. Hermans was making the third defense of her IBO title and the first defense of her IBF title. Hermans had defeated Mary Spencer of Canada by unanimous decision to win the vacant IBO title in 2022. In the rematch in 2023, Hermans defeated Spencer by majority decision to win the vacant IBF title.  Full Story

Copenhagen Showdown: Mahfoud and Ramos eye world title chance Source:  PR November 28, 2024

(NOV 28) Former IBF world featherweight champion Sarah Mahfoud (14-2) will return to the ring on Friday, November 29, to face seasoned Brazilian contender Danila Ramos (13-3) at Frederiksberg Hallerne in Copenhagen, Denmark.   This high-stakes matchup pits the WBO’s top two ranked featherweight contenders against each other for the WBO International title, with the winner hoping to secure the top contender spot to challenge Amanda Serrano for the WBO featherweight title.  Full Story

We have come a long way, Baby! 50 Million Netflix Subscribers watch the Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano fight! by Sue TL Fox November 27, 2024

(NOV 27) Who would have thought that the Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano fight would have 50 Million viewers watching a female fight on Netflix---no less. The live-streamed boxing card headlined Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, which gave this opportunity for Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano to show what women’s boxing was all about.
What some of you may not know is that WBAN has been covering women’s boxing at boxing events in the late 1990's, with some of the shows being all-female cards. Full Story

Nisa Rodriguez to fight on December 17th at Sony Hall in Times Square Source:  PR/Bob Trieger November 25, 2024

(NOV 25) NEW YORK CITY – Little did New York City middleweight Nisa Rodriguez (2-0) know when she booked a European vacation for her family that it would be one week prior to her return to the ring.
Rated No. 9 by the World Boxing Council (WBC), promotional free agent Rodriguez will fight in her first scheduled six-round match against Melody Popravak (2-1-1, 1 KO) on Tuesday, December 17, at Sony Hall in Times Square, on a show presented by Boxing Insider Promotions.  Full Story

World Boxing backs plan to create a new Confederation in Asia Source:  PR/Bob Trieger November 24, 2024

(NOV 24) BANGKOK  – World Boxing has welcomed the creation of a new Asian Confederation to represent and promote boxing in the region, marking a significant milestone for the sport. Mr. Pichai Chunhavajira, who recently stepped down from his role at the Asian Boxing Confederation (ASBC) following challenges in securing its independence from the International Boxing Association (IBA), has pledged his support to this groundbreaking initiative. Full Story

“Right To Fight” Documentary would be a great addition to Netflix: About Pioneer Female Boxers in the 1970s - 1980s! by Sue TL Fox

(NOV 21)  The good news is we now have everyone's attention. Women's boxing has become mainstream in the sport--with undeniable proof of the success that was made on November 15, 2024, a historical landmark when having 50 million people viewing the action-packed ten-round bout between Amanda Serrano and Katie Taylor, as the co-main on the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson card.  Full Story

Germany:  Eri Matsuda Set to fight Tina Rupprecht on November 23, 2024 in a  Unification Championship bout November 21, 2024

(NOV 21)  Eri Matsuda, a Japanese professional boxer that currently is the WBA, and WBO Atomweight champion.  She is set to fight on November 23, 2024 against  WBC Champion Tina Rupprecht of Germany, in a ten-round bout.  The two will be fighting a championship unifiation bout for the WBA, WBO and WBC world titles.  Tina is 13-1-1 (3KO) and Eri is 7-1-1 (3KO) going into the bout.  Full Story

Taylor and Serrano's Rematch – Did It Deserve an Event All Its Own? November 20, 2024

(NOV 20) The hotly anticipated rematch between 38-year-old Irish professional boxer (and former footballer) Katie Taylor and 36-year-old Puerto Rican professional boxer (and MMA fighter) took place in the early hours of Friday, November 15, 2024, in Arlington, Texas, at the iconic AT&T Stadium.  The co-main bout was the first ever sporting event live-streamed on Netflix and was part of the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson event.  Full Story

USA Boxing National Championships Four Weeks Away in Richmond Source:  PR Bob Trieger November 20, 2024 Photo Credit: Pexels.com

(NOV 20) COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.  -– The 2024 USA Boxing National Championships will begin on Monday, Dec. 16, in Richmond, Va., where over 900 boxers from nearly every state in the country will take part in the annual event. This year’s USA Boxing National Championships will be hosted inside the Greater Richmond Convention Center.  “USA Boxing is excited to bring the National Championships to the city of Richmond and..Full Story

Green Defeats Watpool to Win Vacant WBO Super Middleweight Title by Ron Scarfone November 20, 2024

(NOV 20) On Friday night, November 15th, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Shadasia “The Sweet Terminator” Green of Paterson, New Jersey won the vacant WBO super middleweight title against Melinda “The Whip” Watpool of Ontario, Canada. This fight was on the undercard of the Netflix Live Event presented by Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) which had the rematch of Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano.Green and Watpool...Full Story

Two Female Bouts to be featured on a BOXXER card and live and exclusive on Sky Sports November 19, 2024

(NOV 19) On December 14, 2024, on the “Collision Course” boxing event, at the Exhibition Centre, Liverpool, England and presented by BOXXER, will be live and exclusively by Sky Sports will feature two female Professional bouts fighting for world titles. In one bout, Natasha Jonas and Ivana Habazin are set to face each other to unify the IBF and WBC World Welterweight titles. In a second female bout, Lauren Price MBE defends her WBA, IBO and Ring Magazine World Welterweight titles against Bexcy Mateus. Full Story

Casamassa Defeats Araujo to Win Vacant WIBA Middleweight Title by Ron Scarfone November 18, 2024

(NOV 18) On Friday night, November 15th, at the Steamfitters 449 Union Hall in Harmony, Pennsylvania, entitled the "Brawl at the Hall 2" event promoted by Derek Gionta of Gionta Management, Mary Casamassa from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania won the vacant Women’s International Boxing Association (WIBA) middleweight title against Adriana Dos Santos Araujo from Brazil. The event was live streamed on the Combat Sports Now website. Full Story

Kathlyn Martinez Wins by TKO over Anne Maxwell Photos and Story by Mike Blair/Boxing Prospects November 17, 2024

(NOV 17) Last night at Camp Withycombe in Clackamas, Oregon, Anne Maxwell, of Mt. Vernon, Washington faced Kathlyn Martinez, of North Plains, Oregon,  in a super flyweight bout scheduled for four rounds. The event was promoted by Arena Wars Promotions. Maxwell’s previous ring experience came as an amateur kickboxer. Martinez had won all three of her professional boxing matches, and this would be her first professional fight outside of Mexico.  Full Story

Early Christmas Present for Katie Taylor in the fight  against Amanda Serrano? by Sue TL Fox November 16, 2024

(NOV 16) Last night at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, there was a night of boxing, live-streamed on Netflix, with some very good male fights on the undercard.  In what should have probably been just an exhibition between Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson,  ended in an eight-round unanimous decision in favor of Paul.  Full Story

(NOV 15) Tonight on Netflix, we have a major card going on with Amanda Serrano vs. Katie Taylor 2 – a rematch of two of the best fighters in the sport. We have also heard chatter how one will beat the other, what happened in the last fight and more.  Well, today in Arlington, Texas at the AT & T Stadium, is the day of reckoning---now let’s see the leather do the talking in the ring.  Full Story

The Time Has come! Tomorrow night Amanda Serrano vs. Katie Taylor in a rematch of one of the best fights to be taking place in 2024 November 14, 2024

(NOV 14) Tomorrow night on Netflix, in one of the best fights to take place in women's boxing will be happening in this highly anticipated rematch between undisputed super lightweight champion Katie Taylor vs. unified featherweight champion Amanda “The Real Deal” Serrano.  Tune in folks for a night of action on Netflix with these two fighting in addition to Jake Paul taking on long-time veteran, 58-year old Mike Tyson.  Full Story

Team USA Dominated 2024 World Boxing U19 Championships, Brought Home Historic Medals Source:  PR/Bob Trieger November 14, 2024

(NOV 14) COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. -– The 2024 World Boxing U19 Championships, held in Pueblo, Colorado, concluded on November 2, 2024. Team USA sent 11 boxers, six male and five females, to World Boxing inaugural World Championships.Team USA with little international experience went to Colorado and earned eight medals including three gold. Lorenzo Patricio (50 kg), Joseph Awinongya (75 kg), and Elijah Lugo (80 kg) dominated their weight classes and earned the first World Boxing gold medals and etched their name in the history books. Full Story

Florida's Professional Female Boxer Stevie Morgan added to our WBAN Profile Segment! November 13, 2024

(NOV 13) Stevie Morgan is a professional female boxer competing in the lightweight division. With an impressive record of 14 wins and 2 losses, including 13 knockouts, Stevie has established herself as a formidable force in the boxing world.  Born and raised in Tampa, Florida, Stevie was an athlete throughout her school years, excelling in track and field, basketball, and football. Her journey into boxing began just a year before her first amateur fight, under the guidance of coach John Cassella.  Full Story

Puerto Rico’s First Female Olympic Boxer Ashleyann Lozada Signs Agreement with Mark Taffet Media LLC Source: Press Release November 12, 2024

Tongan boxer receives world rankings for first time in eight-year professional career by Benjamin Watt November 9, 2024

(NOV 9) 30-year-old Tongan-born boxer Auckland resident “The Tongan Goddess” Nailini Helu has received her first major world ranking in her eight-year professional boxing career.  Nailini Helu is now ranked 6th in the Light Heavyweight division in the IBF, receiving her first major world rankings in her professional boxing career. This comes after her successful win for the South Pacific (PBCNZ version) Super Middleweight title against Tinta Smith...Full Story

Why Naomi Graham is a Role Model for Women’s Boxing November 8, 2024

(NOV 8) Naomi Graham’s story is one of determination, resilience, and unwavering dedication. Hailing from North Carolina, her journey from local gyms to international competitions has broken barriers in women’s boxing and inspired countless fans and athletes alike. Naomi Graham’s boxing career began in the heart of North Carolina, where she trained tirelessly in local gyms, showing early signs of the resilience and determination that would come to define her. Her North Carolina roots instilled a sense of commitment, grounding her journey in a supportive community.  Full Story

Science, Techniques, and Strategy in Training Differences Between Male and Female Boxers November 8, 2024

(NOV 8) Boxing is a sport that both men and women enjoy, however, there is a difference in how they train and box. Learn the differences between the two, including how they train and the techniques used.
Boxing is a sport that men and women can play and love very much, and it's easy to see why - after all, it helps people turn their bodies into weapons while reaching peak performance.  Full Story

A milestone in boxing: Bettina Palle's 25 years as a promoter November 8, 2024

(NOV 8) When former IBF world champion Sarah Mahfoud (14-2) steps into the ring against Danila Ramos (13-3) on November 29, 2024, at Frederiksberg Hallerne in Copenhagen, it will be more than just a high-stakes world title eliminator between WBO’s top two featherweights.  The event will also mark a milestone, celebrating Bettina Palle's 25 influential years as a boxing promoter.  Full Story

Female bout on the Undercard - Jacklyn McTamney Vs. Ayeshia Green Source/press release November 7, 2024 Photo: Jacklyn McTamney

(NOV 7) PHILADELPHIA--Two-time world title challenger Jesse Hart will defend his home turf when he battles Ricardo Luna in an eight-round light heavyweight bout in the main event on Friday, November 22 at the Liacouras Center on the University of Temple campus.
All in all, on the card will be five Philly fighters, and two Pennsylvania fighters and three New Jersey fighters within driving distance of the Liacouras Center.  The show will be streamed live by PPV on Radiant TV.   Full Story

New Zealand Wins Bronze at Youth World Boxing Championships in USA by Benjamin Watt November 4, 2024

(NOV 4) New Zealand has done well at the World Boxing's Youth World Amateur boxing champions with three New Zealand boxers walking away with a bronze medal in the USA.  Amateur boxing is divided as part of the geopolitical situation surrounding Russia. Instead of one organisation, we now have two with the historical IBA est 1946 led by the Russian leadership, and World Boxing est 2023 which is backed by the Olympics and Boxing New Zealand Inc. The split has even reached New Zealand...Full Story

Gabriela Fundora Unifies Flyweight Title, Makes History By David Selwyn, Ringside November 3, 2024

(NOV 3) Gabriela Fundora unified the female flyweight championship tonight, claiming the undisputed title and history with a sensational seventh-round TKO over Gabriela Celeste Alaniz, at the Virgin Hotels in Las Vegas. The fight was promoted by Oscar De La Hoya’s Golden Boy promotions and co-promoted by Sampson Lewkowicz. Full Story

New Zealand volunteer Boxing records keeper calls it quits after 10 years of service November 3, 2024

(NOV 3) 32-year-old Boxing records keeper for and judge Benjamin Thomas Watt (Ngāpuhi) has decided to retire after 10 years of service to New Zealand boxing after 2024.  Watt started records keeping for Boxrec in November 2014 and has been a boxing judge since March 2015. He is known for wearing many hats, including Wikipedia editing, freelance boxing writer, YouTube personality with Gladrap channel, and, of course, records keeping and boxing judging. He is been acknowledged to be the first Takatāpui boxing judge in the world and the first openly gay boxing judge in New Zealand.  Full Story

Nelson's Christine Gillespie becomes New Zealand's first female Bantamweight boxing Champion in Christchurch by Benjamin Watt November 3, 2024

(NOV 3) Christine Gillespie has won the New Zealand national (NZPBA version) Bantamweight title after a shutout win against Sarah Linton in Christchurch on Saturday night.  This was a historic win for Christine Gillespie as she became the first female to win the New Zealand title in the bantamweight division. To add more history to the fight, Gillespie has also become the first person to win the New Zealand title in the bantamweight division...Full Story

Patricia Berghult to Challenge Chantelle Cameron for the Interim WBC Super Lightweight title in England November 2, 2024

(NOV 2) Tonight at the Resorts World Arena, in Birmingham, England, Swedish fighter Patricia Berghult (17-1-0 (4KO), of Malmo, Sweden, will be facing the interim WBC super lightweight champion, Britain’s Chantelle Cameron (19-1-0 (8KO), of Northhampton, United Kingdom. Berghult's experience and previous championship status make her a formidable opponent for Cameron. However, Cameron's recent battles with Taylor have undoubtedly...Full Story

Champions of Tomorrow: How Home of Champions is Empowering Foster Youth Source:  Press Release November 1, 2024

(NOV 1) The road to success often feels like a solitary fight, especially for foster kids who face overwhelming challenges. In a world where 400,000 young people are caught in the foster care system, the odds are stacked against them. Many foster kids dream of attending college, yet less than 10% ever get the chance to walk through those doors, and fewer still graduate. But in the face of these stark realities, there's hope—and it's called Home of Champions (HOC). Full Story

Team USA Sends Five Boxers to the World Boxing U19 Championship Finals and a Chance at Gold Source:  PR/Bob Trieger November 1, 2024

(NOV 1) COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. -– Team USA sends five boxers on to the finals and a chance to win gold at the 2024 World Boxing U19 Championships. USA hopes to bring back five gold medals in the inaugural World Boxing U19 Championships. Team USA, Lorenzo Patricio (Waianae, Hawaii), was the first bout against Rishi Singh out of India and dominated from start to finish. Patricio went on to win on a unanimous decision....Full Story

Two Female Bouts Featured on Undercard on November 16th at the Tropicana Atlantic City Source:  PR October 31, 2024

(OCT 31) ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – On November 16, 2024, at the Showroom at Tropicana Atlantic City, and will be streamed on DAZN, there is a female bout on the card. Card is promoted by Boxing Insider Promotions. Featured on that card for females is welterweight Stacia “The Natural” Suttles and Hawaiian lightweight Shere Mae Patricio (2-0, 1 KO) who will be on the undercard in four-round bouts.  Full Story

Membership of World Boxing rises to 51 National Federations after it approves applications from seven more countries Source:  PR October 30, 2024

Shairacle Hardaway Advances to the Medal Round in World Boxing U19 Championships Source:  PR/Bob Trieger October 27, 2024

(OCT 27) PUEBLO, Colo. -- Shairacle Hardaway (Lagrange, Ga.) secured Team USA first victory at the 2024 World Boxing U19 Championships, as she defeated Penelope Grochau from Germany in the 60 kg weight class.  “I am feeling good and excited I get to go to the next round.” Hardaway stated after her first-round win. Full Story

Team USA Learns Its Path To Gold For U19 World Championships Source:  Press Release/ Bob Trieger October 27, 2024

(October 27) PUEBLO, Colo. -- Team USA will have twelve boxers competing at the 2024 World Boxing U19 Championships. These twelve boxers learned their paths to gold, including their first-round opponents during Friday tournament draw.  The 2024 World Boxing U19 Championships boxing tournament has 20 weight divisions, 10 men’s and 10 women’s. Competition in Pueblo, Colo. will begin on Saturday, October 26 before concluding on Saturday, November 2, at the Pueblo Convention Center.  Full Story

Denmark's Dina Thorslund successfully Defends her WBC/WBO Bantamweight Titles October 26, 2024

(OCT 26) Last night at the Graakjaer Arena in Holstebrol, Denmark, undefeated WBC bantamweight champion, Dina Thorslund, successfully defended her WBC/WBO titles against Japanese bantamweight champion of the Eastern and Pacific Boxing Federation (OPBF) and three-time world challenger, Terumi Nuki.
Thorslund raised her boxing record to 23-0-0 (9KO), and Nuki is now 15-6-0 (10KO).  Full Story

Gabriela Fundora to fight Gabriela Alaniz in a Unification of World Titles in Las Vegas October 24, 2024

(OCT 24) On November 2, 2024, at the Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, Nevada, undefeated IBF Flyweight World Champion Gabriela “Sweet Poison” Fundora (14-0, 6 KOs), of Coachella, California will be facing WBA, WBC, WBO Flyweight World Champion Gabriela “LA Chuky” Alaniz (15-1, 6 KOs), from Buenos Aires, Argentina. According to a press release from Golden Boy Promotions, they said that this is historic for the flyweight division, and that to date there has never been an undisputed female champion in the flyweight division.  Full Story

Busy Weekend for Women's Boxing Worldwide by Sue TL Fox October 23, 2024

(OCT 23) This past weekend, there were some interesting women's boxing matches on various boxing events around the world. Most of the boxing action took place on Saturday, October 19th.  WithoAt the Copper Box Arena, in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Hackney Wick, Catherine Tacone Ramos, 124, of Santos, Sao Paulo, Brazil, won a six-rounder by points over Shannon Courtenay, 128 1/4, of Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom. The Referee score the fight as 58-56.ut further ado we will start with the busiest night of the weekend. Full Story

More than 180 boxers from 30 nations will compete in 2024 U19 World Boxing Championships in Colorado Source:  press release/Bob Trieger October 22, 2024

(OCT 22) RENES, Switzerland  -- More than 180 boxers from 30 National Federations will compete in the 2024 U19 World Boxing Championships which get underway this week at the Pueblo Convention Center, Colorado, USA (October 26 – November 2, 2024)
The competition, for male and female boxers aged 17 and 18, is World Boxing’s first-ever global championships. It will feature athletes from all five Continents that compete in boxing and will be held across 10 weight categories for both men and women. Full Story

The International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame Event is set to be one of the most diverse of celebrations for our Inductees; Special Award Recipients and More! October 21, 2024

(AUG 15) We are very excited to announce that the International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame (IWBHF) will be held on April 4-5, 2025, at the Orleans Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. The "Night of the Stars 2" event will feature a diverse group of inductees from various backgrounds, special award recipients, VIP guests, and more. Join us for this two-day Hall of Fame celebration in Vegas!  Full Story

Miyo Yoshida to Rematch Shurretta Metcalf for the IBF Bantamweight World Title at Madison Square Garden! October 21, 2024

(OCT 21) NEW YORK CITY- On Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at the Madison Square Garden, in New York City, Miyo Yoshida (17-4, 0 KOs) will be having a rematch with Shurretta “Chiccn” Metcalf (13-4-1, 2 KOs).  Last year the two fought for the Inter-continental IBF Bantamweight title, but lost by a unanimous decision.  Yoshida vs. Metcalf will headline the...Full Story

New Female Boxers on the Scene in Argentina!  by Sue TL Fox October 21, 2024 Photo; Brisa Alfonzo /vcfox

(OCT 21) On Friday night on October 19th, at the Estadio Cubierto Aconcagua Arena, in Ciudad Mendoza, Argentina, we saw some new kids on the block for women's boxing when there were two female boxers from Argentina donning the boxing card. In one bout, Brisa Abigail Rosario Alfonzo, 126 3/4, of Argentina, won a six-round unanimous decision over Daiana Marisa Molina, 120 1/4, of Chubut, Argentina. Full Story

Interesting Female Bout added to the November 15th card of the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson Card October 19, 2024

(OCT 19) On November 15th, at the AT&T Stadium, in Arlington, Texas, another interesting female bout has been added to the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson card. This card already includes the highly anticipated fight between Amanda Serrano and Katie Taylor. The newly added female bout will feature Shadasia Green, 14-1 (11KO) vs. Melinda Watpool, 7-0-0 (2KO). The two fighters will compete for the vacant WBO Super Middleweight title. The event will be broadcasted live worldwide on Netflix. Full Story

Another Black Eye in Women's boxing set to take place when Franco with 46 plus fights is matched with a 1-13-1 Female Boxer by Sue TL Fox October 18, 2024

(OCT 18) Tomorrow night in Cartagena, Colombia, while women’s boxing shines with great female bouts, as Amanda Serrano vs. Katie Taylor, and more, we again have another black eye facing the sport when Yolis Marrugo Franco, coming into the fight with a 32-14-4 (19 KO)s), of Cartagena, she is facing a 1-13-1 boxer Mirleydis Hoyos of San Juan de Uraba, Colombia, in a six-round bout.  Full Story

Mark Your Calendars:  Amanda Serrano vs. Katie Taylor Rematch - November 15th on Netflix October 16, 2024

(OCT 16) In a highly anticipated rematch in women’s boxing, undisputed super lightweight champion Katie Taylor will go head-to-head with unified featherweight champion Amanda “The Real Deal” Serrano on November 15, 2024. The two fighters will battle it out for 10 rounds, with Taylor defending her titles.  This fight will be on Netflix.  In the co-main event, Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will be involved in Netflix and Most Valued Promotions’ (MVP) boxing partnership, with the fight being streamed live worldwide on this date.  Full Story

Skye Nicolson Wins by Decision in History-First Female title bout in Saudi Arabia October 13, 2024

(OCT 13) Last night, a historic world champion fight in women's boxing took place at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The match featured Skye Nicolson going up against Raven Chapman, both of whom entered the ring undefeated. Nicolson held an impressive record of 11 wins and 0 losses, while Chapman boasted 9 wins and no losses.  Full Story

History to be made tomorrow night in Saudi Arabia:  Raven Chapman vs. Skye Nicolson In World Title fight October 11, 2024

(OCT 11) Tomorrow night history will be made in Saudi Arabia, at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh when there will be the first-ever world title fight that takes place between female boxers Raven Chapman vs. Skye Nicolson.  Boxing fans around the world will witness a momentous occasion as Chapman steps into the ring for a chance to become a world champion. This isn’t just any title fight, as she will be making history as one of the first...Full Story

World Boxing agrees to delegate adjudication on all anti-doping violations Source:  press release October 11, 2024

(OCT 11) RENES, Lausanne, Switzerland – World Boxing has agreed to delegate adjudication on all anti-doping violations to the Anti-Doping Division of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS AAD), a separate entity of the CAS which deals solely with Anti- doping hearings.  It means that CAS ADD will be the first instance authority to adjudicate on all alleged violations detected by World Boxing’s anti-doping processes and will decide on the appropriate sanction for any breach of the rules.  Full Story

Lukas Ekes Out Decision to Obtain IBO Super Flyweight Title by Ron Scarfone October 8, 2024

(OCT 8) On Sunday, October 6th, at the Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, Angelina “Barbie” Lukas of Kazakhstan obtained the vacant International Boxing Organization (IBO) super flyweight title by a controversial unanimous decision over Debora Anahi Lopez of Argentina. Lukas was rated No. 9 by the IBO in the super flyweight division. Lopez was not rated only because she had been inactive for over one year. Lopez was a ranked contender by two sanctioning bodiesin April 2024 in the bantamweight division: No. 10 by the WBO and No. 14 by the IBF. Full Story

IBF Bantamweight World Champion Miyo Yoshida to have 4-time World Champion Jorge Linares in her corner Source:  PR/Bob Trieger October 8, 2024

(OCT 8) NEW YORK CITY  – Three-time, two-division World Champion Reigning Miyo Yoshida (17-4, 0 KOs) will add a special addition to her corner on October 23rd, when she makes the initial defense of her International Boxing Federation (IBF) bantamweight title against No. 1 contender Shurretta “Chiccn” Metcalf (13-4-1, 2 KOs), at The Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Full Story

Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 2 - Who Wins?  October 7, 2024

(OCT 7) Boxing journalists unanimously agree that Taylor vs. Serrano is the biggest rematch in female boxing. It’s one of the biggest rematches in the sport today. It shines a light on just how far female boxing has come in such a short period; there was a time, as little as 20 years ago, when the best pound-for-pound female fighters were working two jobs. Full Story

Latest News on Claressa Shields:  Amazon MGM Studios’ THE FIRE INSIDE brought the heat ahead of CultureCon™ Source:  Amazon MGM Studio Press Release October 7, 2024

(OCT 7) Amazon MGM Studios’ THE FIRE INSIDE brought the heat ahead of CultureCon™, one of the largest conferences shaped by and for Black creatives, community and culture, with Fire Up Change: Black Women Lead the Way – a Special CultureCon™ Week Screening Event that featured a post-Q&A discussion with star Ryan Destiny and 5x Undisputed...Full Story

Boxing Action in Australia:  Stephane Lee Cutting Wins by Points over Jaala Tomat by Sue TL Fox October 5, 2024

(OCT 5)  Today at the Westend Market Hotel, in Sunshine, Australia, Stephanie Lee Cutting, of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, won an eight-rounder by points over Jaala Tomat, also out of Melbourne. The two were fighting for a local Australian featherweight title. Cutting remains undefeated with a 7-0-0 (4KO). Full Story

Sandy Ryan Assaulted At the Hotel Entrance, Demands a Rematch By Bronx Mason October 2, 2024

(OCT 2) British boxer Sandy Ryan faced a disturbing incident just hours before her WBO welterweight title fight against Mikaela Mayer at Madison Square Garden on September 27, 2024. On her way to defend her fight right at the hotel entrance in New York City, Ryan was hit by a can of red paint  that stained her outfit and left her visibly shaken. The incident prompted immediate concerns and a wardrobe change. Full Story

Harper Defeats Dixon to Win WBO World Lightweight Title by Ron Scarfone October 1, 2024

(OCT 1) On Saturday, September 28th at the Canon Medical Arena in Sheffield, United Kingdom, Terri “Belter” Harper, of Denaby Main, Yorkshire, UK, became a world champion in three different weight classes after defeating Rhiannon Dixon, of Warrington, Cheshire, United Kingdom by unanimous decision. Dixon was making her first defense of the WBO world lightweight title that she won in April of 2024 when she defeated Karen Elizabeth Carabajal...Full Story

Updated story after finding out that Sandy Ryan was assaulted before this fight took place Mayer vs. Ryan Source:  PR/Excerpt September 30, 2024

(SEPT 30) NEW YORK CITY) —I am updating this press release (excerpt of the release) that we published--- after finding out that shortly before this fight took place, that Ryan was assaulted with someone throwing can of red paint striking her with red paint all over her before this fight.  This was a great fight, but should it have happened right before Ryan being assaulted---probably not!...Full Story

Title Defense of Baumgardner Ends in No Contest After Head Clash and Gash on Persoon by Ron Scarfone September 29, 2024

(SEPT 29) On Friday night in a mainliner, Alycia “The Bomb” Baumgardner of Toledo, Ohio retained the WBC, WBA, WBO, IBF, and IBO super featherweight world titles after her fight against top-ranked contender Delfine Persoon of Belgium was declared a "no contest".  In the fourth round there was an accidental clash of heads with 27 seconds remaining in the fourth round caused a gash to gush blood above Persoon’s right eye. Full Story

Tonight Three Female bouts featured on KOhen Promotions card along with Men's boxing September 28, 2024

(SEPT 28) Tonight, at the 2300 Arena in Philadelphia, KOhen Promotions will host a card featuring three female bouts, and male boxing bouts. This event marks the first promotion for K.O. Mequinonoag Reis Cohen, who is also known as Emmy Award Nominated Actress and Former world champion Kali Reis. Full Story

Tonight:  All-Female Boxing Card at the Lux Studios, in Atlanta, Georgia by Sue TL Fox September 27, 2024

(SEPT 27) ATLANTA-GEORGIA -Tonight at the Lux Studios, in Atlanta, Georgia, there is an all-female boxing card that will feature nine female bouts. In the mainliner, Alycia “The Bomb” Baumgardner, 15-1-0 (7KO), of Detroit, Michigan, will be facing Delfine Persoon, 49-3-0 (19KO), of Roeselare, West-Vlaanderen, Belgium, in a ten-round where Alycia is defending her IBF, IBO, WBC, and WBO Super Featherweight world titles.  Full Story

Sandy Ryan to Defend her WBO Welterweight World Title against Mikaela Mayer at Madison Square Garden by Sue TL Fox September 25, 2024

(SEPT 25) NEW YORK CITY - NY – On Friday night at the theater at Madison Square Garden, in New York, in the mainliner, Mikaela Mayer, 19-2-0 (5KO) of Colorado Springs, Colorado is set to fight WBO Welterweight World champion Sandy Ryan, 7-1-1 (3KO), of Derbyshire, United Kingdom, where Ryan will be defending her title in a scheduled 10-round bout.  Full Story

Melinda Watpool Wins by Decision over Natasha Spence in rematch September 23, 2024

 (SEPT 23) On Friday night at the Pickering Casino Resort, Pickering, in Canada, Melinda Watpool won a ten-round unanimous decision over Natasha Spence.  Final judges scores were 99-91, 98-92, and 99-91.  This was a rematch for these two when they fought in December of 2023, when Watpool won that bout by a six-round decision.

Undefeated LeAnna Cruz vs. Mailys Gangloff in Main Event of KOhen Promotions Inaugural Card on September 28th at the 2300 Arena Source:  Press Release September 21, 2024

(SEPT 21) PHILADELPHIA On Saturday night, September 28th, Emmy Award Nominated Actress and former world boxing champion, Kali Reis will add boxing promoter to her already impressive resume as she heads up KOhen Promotions inaugural fight card at the 2300 Arena in South Philadelphia.  In the main event, undefeated super flyweight, LeAnna "Bumblebee" Cruz will look to add the vacant WBA Continental Super Flyweight title when she takes on Mailys Gangloff in a bout..Full Story

Tonight:  Brittany Sims to fight Nancy Fanco on a Kings Promotions Card September 20, 2024 Photo: Nancy Franco

(SEPT 20) Tonight at the Wind Creek Event Center, in Bethlehem, Philadelphia, promoted by Kings Promotions, there is a female bout on the card that will feature Brittany Sims, 120.2 vs. Nancy Franco, 116.6. Sims, of Salem, Oregon, enters the ring at 6-3-0 (3KO) record, fighting professional since 2019. Her opponent, Nancy Franco, of Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico is a veteran boxer with a 19-20-2 (5KO), fighting since 2008.  Full Story

Flash From the Past:  One of the best fights in 1998:  Bridgett Riley vs. Yvonne Trevino by Sue TL Fox September 19, 2024

(SEPT 19) Historical Female bout on February 15, 1998, that took place in Biloxi, Mississippi: Bridgett Riley vs. Yvonne Trevino in a ten-round IFBA World title bout between these two.  Both Bridgett Riley and Yvonne Trevino were inducted in the past in the International WOMEN'S Boxing Hall of Fame (IWBHF). This was the first fight I ever viewed of the 1990's boxers in 1998 when I went live with WBAN in May of 1998--- it was amazing seeing these two fight in this ten-rounder. Full Story

Yokasta Valle Signs multi-year contract extension with Golden Boy Promotions September 17, 2024

(SEPT 17) LOS ANGELES, CA  – Recently, WBAN received news that Golden Boy Promotions did an multi-year contract extension of three-division and five-time World Champion Yokasta Valle (31-3, 10 KOs).  Yokasta said, “Signing this contract extension with....Full Story

Movie: THE FIRE INSIDE is the inspirational true story of Claressa Shields September 17, 2024

 (SEPT 17--Latest news on Claressa Shields - The movie is about Claressa, a high school Junior from Flint, Michigan, aided by her tough-love coach, Jason Crutchfield, pushes past all limitations to become the first American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in boxing. Will be coming out in December in Theaters. Trailer to upcoming music

Esneidy Rodriguez Wins WBC Silver Atomweight Title Against Sana Hazuki by Ron Scarfone September 13, 2024

(SEPT 13)  Esneidy “La Leona” Rodriguez won the World Boxing Council (WBC) Silver atomweight title against defending champion Sana Hazuki on Saturday, September 7. The event was at the Auditorio Benito Juarez in Veracruz, Mexico. Veracruz is a state in Mexico which is where Rodriguez resides. Hazuki is from Fukuoka, Japan.Hazuki was rated the No. 6 atomweight contender by the WBC whereas Rodriguez was rated No. 11.   Full Story

Regina Halmich to fight male-female Exhibition in Trilogy against German TV presenter Stefan Raab in Germany by Sue TL Fox September 11, 2024

(SEPT 11) In 2001, WBAN covered an exhibition of Regina Halmich vs. German TV presenter Stefan Raab many years ago, where she broke his nose, and then again when they had a rematch in 2007. Well folks, history is repeating itself....Halmich, our 2014 International Women’s Boxing Hall of Famer, and 2023 IWBHF Lifetime achievement award recipient, is again stepping back into the ring---not with a female boxer, but an "entertaining" exhibition with with Raab on September 14, 2024,  the fight entitled, “The Clark Final Fight’ at the Düsseldorf’s PSD Bank Dome.  Full Story

Two Female Bouts Featured on Argentina card at the Salon de los Deportes, in Villa Maria September 10, 2024

(SEPT 10) On Saturday, September 14th, at the Salon de los Deportes, Villa Maria, in Argentina, there are two female bouts on the card. In one female bout, they have Maria Ines Ferreyra, of Cordoba, Argentina, with a 9-0-1 (5KO) record, will be fighting a ten-rounder will be fighting Johen Paola Gonzalez, 7-0-2 (3KO), of Colombia. The two will be vying for a local South American Lightweight title.  Full Story

Boxing Action in Canada:  Jessica Camara to fight Bonnie Hunter September 10, 2024

 (SEPT 10) This Saturday, at the Tohu, in Montreal, Canada, Jessica "The Cobra" Camara, of Montreal, will be facing Bonnie Hunter, of Scarborough, Ontario, Canada in a ten round bout.  Hunter better be prepared to bring her "A" game fighting the likes of Camara.  photo credit: Brian Cohen

Sequita Hemingway wins second New Zealand title, could the world title be on the horizon? by Benjamin Watts September 7, 2024

(SEPT 7) Manawatu's own Sequita Hemingway has won her second New Zealand Heavyweight title by a majority decision over Cheyenne Whaanga, with a possible world title fight in the future.  Hemingway who already holds the New Zealand national (Pro Box NZ version) heavyweight title, has just won the New Zealand national (NZNBF version) heavyweight title against a tough Cheyenne Whaanga who returned to the ring after an eight-year hiatus. Now that Hemingway is a two-time New Zealand heavyweight title, a possible world title fight could be next.  Full Story

Canada:  Melinda Watpool to Rematch Natasha Spence for the WBA International Middleweight Title September 7, 2024

(SEPT 7) On September 20, 2024, at the Pickering Casino Resort, in Pickering, Canada, Melinda “The Whip” Watpool, 6-0-0 (2KO), of Toronto, Ontario, Canada is set to have a rematch against Natasha “The Nightmare” Spence, 8-5-2 (6KO), of Cambridge, Ontario, Canada.  The two first fought on December 23, 2023, at the same venue, where Watpool won by a six-round unanimous decision, with judges scores saw the fight at 60-54, 60-53, and 60-54. Full Story

Ginny Fuchs Top Pick for September 2024 Fighter of the Month September 6, 2024

(SEPT 6) Congrats to Ginny Fuchs, WBAN's September 2024 Fighter of the Month. She had a fantastic fight recently where she defeated Adelaida Ruiz, who came into the fight with a 16-0-1 record and gave Ruiz her first loss after as David A. Avila described it as it was "In a heated and quick-paced super flyweight battle.  More on Virginia "Ginny" Fuchs

New Zealand world title fight leaves Sky, now live on Youtube by Benjamin Watts September 5, 2024

(SEPT 5) There has been a last-minute change for the world title defence between IBF Light Heavyweight champion Lani Daniels vs. Bolatito Oluwole as the promoters move away from Sky to go live on YouTube.  The current market for boxing promoters has gotten expensive. As not many people know, the promoters have to pay for the televised production company, with no financial return from the broadcaster itself, Sky TV.  Full Story

Our Final Count for the  "Women Cops Who Box" Pre-celebration Day at the IWBHF Event in Las Vegas! by Sue TL Fox September 4, 2024

(SEPT 04) We now have our final count for the "Women Cops Who Box" who will be celebrated and awarded at our pre-celebration of our "Night of the Stars 2" International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame Induction Event that takes place for two days,  April 4-5, 2025, at the Orleans Hotel & Casino, in Las Vegas, Nevada.  The final count are 12 "Women Cops who box that include the following:  Full Story

WBAN just added Argentine's Nazarena Romero to our Boxers Profile Segment! September 1, 2024

(SEPT 1) WBAN has just added Argentine's female boxer Narazena Romero to our Boxer's Profiles segment.  Romero just recently fought in August at the Casino Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina, winning the fight by a tenth round TKO.  In that fight Valenzuela's corner threw in the towel 30 seconds of the tenth round.  Full Story

Lani Daniels's opponent arrives in New Zealand ahead of Daniels's world title defence by Benjamin Watt September 1, 2024

(SEPT 1) Nigeria boxer Bolatito Oluwole has arrived in New Zealand for her world title opportunity against two-division world champion and the IBF Light Heavyweight defending champion Maori boxer Lani Daniels. Oluwole arrived at Auckland airport last Friday at 2:30 a.m. to prepare for her first world title opportunity at Globox Arena (formerly known as Claudelands Arena) on September 7th in Hamilton, live on Sky Sports. She now has less than a week to climatise in a new country and overcome jetlag before the fight of her career.  Full Story

Rising to the Top: Katie Taylor's Journey on Anthony Joshua's Undercards August 30, 2024

(AUG 30) Katie Taylor's meteoric rise in professional boxing is a testament to her unparalleled talent and determination. The Irish sensation has arguably been the most important figure in women's boxing over the last decade, at least if Eddie Hearn is to be believed. He stated on an episode of the popular "The Overlap" podcast that KT...Full Story

Elia Carranza Wins by TKO over Chris Namus by Ron Scarfone August 28, 2024

(AUG 28) Elia “Soul Snatcher” Carranza of Miami, Florida defeated former IBF world super welterweight champion Chris “El Bombon Asesino” Namus of Montevideo, Uruguay on Saturday, August 24. The bout was scheduled for eight rounds in the super welterweight division.  The event was originally scheduled to be at the Miccosukee Casino & Resort in Miami, but the venue was changed to the Reception Palace Ballrooms...Full Story

1923: Jeanne La Mar Receives the First Report Boxing License in the United States by Sue TL Fox August 26, 2024

(AUG 26) We have found throughout the years that we find many believing that this or that female professional boxer was the first to receive a professional boxing license in the United States.  When I first began covering the history of women's boxing----even I had it wrong!  I thought that it had all began with Caroline Svendsen, who received a professional boxing license in the state of Nevada in 1975.  Little did I know that before 1975, that Barbara Buttrick and others were licensed in the 1950s-1960s, according to Buttrick, an icon in the sport from that era.  Full Story

Samoan boxing prospect “Iron” Fei Faiva-A Diamond in the Rough Source:  PR/Bob Trieger August 26, 2024

(AUG 26) BROOKLYN  – Promising boxing prospect “Iron” Fei Faiva (6-0-1, 4 KOs) has taken a circuitous route from her native Samoa to Brooklyn in pursuit of her prizefighting career. The 22-year-old lightweight is preparing to return to the ring next month in Georgia to fight on her largest platform to date. Samoa, perhaps, is best known in sports for producing rugby players, linemen in football and, of course, pro wrestlers. Not many elite boxers..Full Story

Latest News for Professional Boxing in the Middle East With their goal to have First Arab World Champion Source:  PR August 26, 2024

(AUG 26) ABU DHABI, U.A.E. -- The Middle East Professional Boxing (MEPB) commission has become a pivotal group working behind the scenes to support efforts by Saudi Arabia (Riyadh) and United Arab Emirates (Dubai and Abu Dhabi) to successfully challenge Las Vegas and New York City as premier hubs for the “Sweet Science”.  Full Story

Argentina:  Maria Magdalena Rivera Wins by a Fifth Round TD over Jacqueline Calvo by WBAN August 24, 2024

(AUG 24) Last night at the Casino de Buenos Aires, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in a live boxing event, and promoted by the World Boxing Association, in one of the mainliners, Maria Magdalena Rivera, 111, won a fifth round technical decision in a scheduled ten-round bout against Jacqueline Calvo, 111 ½, when Calvo received several headbutts in the bout...Full Story

"Not Foxy Boxing" - Episode 2: Liz Drew by Kristy Rose Follmar August 23, 2024 Photo Credit: Courtesy

(AUG 23) An Interview series that is to send a message about "THE WHY" it is so important to keep Olympic Boxing Alive for our young fighters! Liz Drew is a retired professional female boxer. Liz shares some of her troubled past and her reasons for wanting to learn to defend herself. She later reveals the darkside of boxing management and how she had to take it upon herself to find coaches who would protect her by teaching her the Art of Boxing.  Full Story with Video Interviews

Results of Two Female Bout on card in Tennessee August 19, 2024

(AUG 21) Last night at the Texas Troubadour Theatre, in Nashville, Tennessee, Precious Harris-McCray, 153¼, of Brooklyn, New York, won a six-round split decision over Sonya Dreiling, 158¾, of Albertville, Alabama. The final judges scores were 56-58, 59-55, and 58-56.  In a second female bout, Sarah Click, 127 1/2, from Orlando, Florida, won a four-round majority..Full Details

Episode 2: Grassroots of Women's Boxing: Trailblazer Pat Emerick who Paved the way for Women's Boxing by Sue TL Fox Copyrighted photos: Mary Ann Owen August 19, 2024

(AUGUST 19, 2024) Yesterday, I received news that 1940-1950's pioneer female boxer, Pat Emerick passed away yesterday at the age of 93 years old.  In 2019, I had the pleasure of meeting Pat and her family at our International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame that was held in Brisbane, California, where Pat was inducted into the class of 2019.  I would like to re-share a great article that was written about Emerick in a tribute to her trailblazing efforts in the sport of women's boxing, when women's boxing was not cool. Full Story

Tongan Nailini Helu retains South Pacific title against Hamilton's Tinta Smith by Benjamin Watt August 18, 2024

(AUG 18) The rematch between Tongan-born New Zealander Nailini Helu and Maori Hamilton boxer Tinta Smith for the South Pacific (PBCNZ version) title ended in a repeat, with Helu winning by Split Decision.  It has been one whole year since Nailini Helu has been in the boxing ring, and it is becoming difficult for Helu to find fights in New Zealand. When Helu found out there was an opportunity for a rematch against Tinta Smith... Full Story

Ryu Kyung Suh and Kanae Maehara Fight to a Draw by Ron Scarfone August 17, 2024

(AUG 17) Minimumweight contender Ryu Kyung Suh of South Korea and Kanae Maehara of Japan fought to a majority draw in a six-round bout at the Yugwansun Gymnasium in Cheonan, South Korea on Thursday, August 15. The total scores of the judges were 58-56 in favor of Suh and 57-57 from the other two judges. The fight was in the minimumweight division which has a weight limit of 105 pounds. Both boxers weighed 104¼ pounds.  Full Story

New Zealander Nicila Costello becomes two-division Australian boxing champion in rematch by Benjamin Watt August 17, 2024

(AUG 17) Hawarden, New Zealand born boxer Nicila Costello has become a two division Australian National boxing champion after knocking out her opponent in the first round in a rematch.  On Saturday night at the Mansfield Tavern in Queensland, Australia, Nicila Costello faced Sarah Watt in a rematch for the vacant Australian national Super Flyweight title. The two first met in the ring in November 2023, ending in a majority decision draw. This time, Costello got her revenge, as she did ...Full Story

Three "Firsts" Take Place at the International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame - April 4-5, 2025! August 15, 2024

(AUG 15) On April 4-5, 2025, at the Orleans Hotel & Casino, in Las Vegas, Nevada, the International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame, "Night of the Stars 2", a two-day Hall of Fame event will take place again in Vegas. With our event now a two-day affair for the second year----we have three (3) "Firsts" taking place with our event. Full Story

Maureen Shea Wins an Eight Round Decision over Beata Dudek Source:  PR/Bob Trieger August 13, 2024

(AUG 13) WORCESTER, Mass. – Two fighters from Florida shined under the stars last night in most beautiful ballpark in the nation, Shearns Boxing Promotions (SBP) in conjunction with Kendrick Ball’s Camp Get Right Boxing presented “Punch-Out at Polar Park II”, at Polar Park in Worcester, Massachusetts.  Full Story

Three Female bouts Featured on Las Vegas Card at the Mandalay Bay Hotel & Casino! by Sue TL Fox Photo Credits:  Cameo Allen/ WBAN Photographer August 12, 2024

(AUG 12) On Saturday night at the Mandalay Bay Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, promoted by Oscar De La Hoya/Tom Loeffler promoted an event featuring two women's fights on the card.  In one of the matches, Cecilia Braekhus, of Bergen, Norway, faced off against late replacement opponent Mari Cornejo, of Los Angeles, California.   Full Story

Tinta Smith gets big rematch before televised fight by Benjamin Watt August 9, 2024

(AUGUST 9) Just announced Hamilton's own Tinta Smith will get her rematch against Nailini Helu on the 17th of August at Te Rapa Racecourse before her televised fight on the 7th of September. Tinta Smith has had a busy year. She drew with Trish Vaka in March and won the first-ever New Zealand national cruiserweight title against Sequita Hemingway in May. Now, she is booked for two fights in August and September. Full Story

“Ireland’s” John Duddy has found Peace & Renewed Passion training people with Parkinson’s Disease for Moving Brain Foundation by PR/Bob Trieger August 8, 2024

(AUG 8) NEW YORK CITY (August 8, 2024) – Back in 2003, Irish amateur boxing star “Ireland’s” John Duddy moved from his native Derry, Ireland, to Queens, New York, where he became a phenom during his exciting seven-year professional boxing career.  The combination of his entertaining style of boxing, matinee idol looks, and warm personality resulted in a tremendous grassroots campaign, largely through Irish pubs in New York City, which drew fans that nobody has come close to matching since Duddy retired from the ring in 2019 at the peak of his popularity with a 29-2 (18 KOs) record. With the most anticipated fight...Full Story

Las Vegas: Cecilia ‘The First Lady’ Braekhus to fight Maricela ‘La Diva’ Cornejo This Saturday August 8, 2024

(AUG 8) LAS VEGAS, NV – On Saturday night at the Mandalay Bay Hotel, in Las Vegas, Cecilia ‘The First Lady’ Braekhus, (37-2-1, 9 KOs), of Bergen, Norway will be fighting Maricela ‘La Diva’ Cornejo, (19-6), of Los Angeles, California. Braekhus was originally supposed to fight Ema Kozin, but she was unable to obtain a VISA to enter the United States. The two will be fighting for the vacant WBC Interim Super Welterweight title. Full Story

How Casino Entertainment Merges with Women's Boxing Events August 7, 2024

(AUG 7) Casino entertainment is increasingly intertwining with women's boxing, creating unique and exciting events. This fusion not only attracts a diverse audience but also boosts the popularity of both industries. By understanding this dynamic, you can appreciate the strategic importance of these collaborations.  In recent years, the synergy between casino entertainment and women's boxing has become more apparent...Full Story

Latest News: Fight Club OC Part Of New Concussion Research to Partner with NanoSomiX Source:  Press Release August 7, 2024

(AUG 7) Costa Mesa, CA – SOCA Fights and its award winning Fight Club OC shows are honored to announce that they have been chosen to partner with NanoSomiX in a first of its kind brain concussion study. NanoSomiX Inc. a leader in brain derived exosomes/extra cellular vesicles (BDE), is pleased to announce the initiation of a series of pioneering clinical studies for the assessment of changes in blood BDE in asymptomatic..Full Story

Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson: What to Expect This November August 7, 2024

(AUG 7) Here is everything we know so far about the controversial Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson boxing match that was postponed once due to an ulcer that Tyson picked up just before the officially sanctioned professional fight. It has been rescheduled for November, and viewers worldwide will be able to stream the action live on Netflix.  Let’s dive in and take a closer look at what else we know about the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson boxing bout that everyone has been talking about in 2024...Full Story

BrinxTV Presents: ‘Hit Like A Girl, Fight Like a Champion’ –  Baumgardner vs. Persoon WBC Title Fight on All-Female Boxing Card August 6, 2024

ATLANTA, GA - (AUG 6)  On September 27, 2024, the historic WBC Super Featherweight Championship bout, "Hit Like a Girl, Fight Like a Champion," featuring reigning champion Alycia Baumgardner defending her title against the #1 mandatory contender Delfine Persoon will take place on the Lux Stage at Trilith Studios in Atlanta, GA.  Full Story

Why are Boxing Commissions not doing more to oversee the matches we are seeing made in the sport? by Sue TL Fox August 5, 2024 Photo: Klaudia Ferenczi

(AUGUST 5)  We are continuing to see many crazy matchmaking fights that are taking place in the sport. WBAN implemented a database to watchdog some of the worst offenders in the sport that are validating the bouts that are featured on some of these boxing cards.  Boxing in general has a long history of injuries, controversies, and even deaths that have occurred ..Full Story

Alyssa Mendoza falls short in Olympic Boxing; Omari Jones & Jahmal Harvey look to medal on Saturday in quarterfinals Source:  PR/Bob Trieger August 3, 2024

(AUGUST 3) PARIS – Alyssa Mendoza fell short in the round of 16 with a 4-1 loss to Brazil’s Jucielen Cerqueira Romeu earlier yesterday (Friday) at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.  Mendoza kept the fight close as each featherweight boxer took one of the opening two rounds by a score of 3-2 to enter the final round tied up. Cerqueira Romeu ultimately won the final round 5-0 to earn the 4-1 split-decision victory over Mendoza.  Full Story

Olympic journey ends for USA boxers Jennifer Lozano & Morelle McCane Source: PR/Bob Trieger August 1, 2024

(AUG 1) PARIS  – Team USA fell short in both bouts Thursday morning as Jennifer Lozano's (Laredo, Texas) and Morelle McCane's (Cleveland, Ohio) Olympic journeys concluded. Lozano fell short to Finland's Pihla Kaivo-Oja via a unanimous decision. As for McCane, she lost to Uzbekistan's Navbakhor Khamidova on a 3-2 split decision. McCane went down 4-1 after the first round but responded in the second round with a 4-1 score for herself. Going into the third round all tied up, the Cleveland boxer came up just short and was defeated on a 3-2 split decision.  Full Story

WBAN adds Elia Carranza to the Boxer's Profile Segment and the Women Cops Who Box Segment! Photo credits:  Facebook/Courtesy July 31, 2024

(JULY 31) Female Puerto Rican professional boxer and law enforcement officer. She currently lives in Miami Dade and serving the Broward County Sheriff’s Office as a Deputy. Her current boxing record is 8-1-0 (2KO) She has won the NBA Super Welterweight Champion, and WBC Latin champion.  Carranza told WBAN, "I also own a boxing gym in Fort Lauderdale that makes five years in September. I’m extremely involved in the community on many levels. From book bag drives, toy drives, feeding our homeless population, and so much more. I’ve dedicated myself to training but also to my community." "As a law enforcement officer, I want to break barriers and show that women can excel in traditionally male-dominated fields, just as I have in boxing.  Today, I continue to train, compete, and protect, " added Carranza. Photo credit/Facebook/courtesy Full story

Alyssa Mendoza’s grit shines and helps her advance in Paris, Roscoe Hill upended via 3-2 decision in Round of 16 Source:  Press Release/ Bob Trieger July 30, 2024

(JULY 30) PARIS – Alyssa Mendoza (Caldwell, Idaho) earned her first Olympic victory this morning at the Paris 2024 Games with a hard-fought, 3-2 split decision. In a sport of grit and grind, Mendoza had to dig deep and steal Tuesday’s win away from Tajikistan’s Mijgona Samadova. Mendoza took the first round 3-2 and looked strong after landing multiple jabs throughout the opening three minutes. Despite dropping the second round 4-1...Full Story

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly This Weekend in Women's Boxing! by Sue TL Fox July 30, 2024

(JULY 29) It was the Good, the Bad and the Ugly this weekend in women's boxing----I am not talking about the Italian spaghetti Western film that came out in 1966.   Let's start this out on a positive Note....A couple of the top cards this weekend that took place.  Full Story

Joshua Edwards and Jajaira Gonzalez fall short in Paris 2024 Olympics Source:  Press Release/ Bob Trieger July 29, 2024

(JULY 29) PARIS  – Joshua Edwards’ (Houston, Texas) and Jajaira Gonzalez's (Glendora, Calif.) 2024 Paris Olympic Games journeys concluded as both boxers experienced setbacks on Monday, July 29. Joshua Edwards made his Olympic debut early Monday morning but unfortunately fell short to Italy’s Diego Lenzi in a tightly contested bout. Edwards went down 4-1 after the first round and bounced back by winning the second and third rounds, 3-2. However, his comeback wasn’t enough as he lost by points in a 3-1 split decision.  Full Story

2024 Coal Miner's Daughter Tournament - September 13-15, 2024 in Tulsa, Oklahoma! July 29, 2024 To Register Online

(JULY 29) On September 13-15, 2024 the "2024 Coal Miner's Daughter Tournament" promoted by legendary Christy Martin at the TITAN SPORTS COMPLEX, located at 101 East 81st St., S Tulsa, Oklahoma 74132, will take place.  The tournament will not only provide a platform for these athletes to showcase their skills, but also serve as an opportunity for them to gain experience.  Full Story

Jajaira Gonzalez silenced the home crowd after a 4-0 victory in Olympics

(JULY 28) PARIS – Jajaira Gonzales (Glendale, Calif.) secured Team USA’s first victory yesterday at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, as she defeated the 2016 gold medalist in Estelle Mossely out of France. “I heard the crowd booing me and it motivated me to go in the ring and have fun,” Jajaira Gonzalez stated after her first Olympic victory.   Full Story

Claressa Shields Easily Takes Opponent out in the Second Round by TKO by Sue TL Fox July 28, 2024

(JULY 28)  Last night at the Little Caesars Arena, in Detroit, Michigan Claressa "T-Rex" Shields, 174 3/4, of Flint, Michigan, moved her record to 15-0-0 (3KO) after she quickly dispatched her opponent Vanessa LePage-Joanisse,174 1/2, now 7-2- (2KO), by TKO in the second round.  Shields won the WBC, WBF heavyweight titles, and the vacant WBO light heavyweight title.  Shields also created even more history in her pristine boxing career by becoming a multi-world champion in four divisions. Full Story

Episode 1: Grassroots of Women's Boxing: The fight for Amateur females Boxers to compete in AAU Boxing Tournaments in 1978 by Sue TL Fox July 27, 2024

(JULY 27) In 1978, there was a lot of excitement about female boxers not being allowed to compete in AAU Boxing tournaments. Most people wouldn't have known about this important moment in the sport if it weren't for "Bill Dickson," the father of women's boxing. Before he passed away, he drove to Vancouver, Washington with his wife and met me in a hotel room. During this meeting, he gave me boxes of genuine historical documents that...Full Story

Team USA Learns Path To Gold --Olympic Boxing Draw Source:  Press Release/Bob Trieger July 26, 2024

(JULY 26) PARIS – Team USA will have eight boxers competing at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. These eight boxers learned their paths to gold, including their first-round opponents during Thursday’s Olympic Games tournament draw. The Paris 2024 Olympic boxing tournament has 13 weight divisions, seven men’s and six women’s. Competition in Paris will begin on Saturday, July 27, before concluding on Saturday, August 10, at the Roland-Garros Stadium and the North Paris Arena.  Full Story

Nisa Rodriguez to be honored by New York State & International Women’s Boxing Halls of Fame Source:  Press Release/ Bob Trieger Photo credit: Courtesy/ Sullivan Management July 25, 2024

(JUNE 28) NEW YORK CITY – Both the New York State Boxing Hall of Fame (NYSBHOF) and International Women’s Boxing Hall of Fame (IWBHOF) have notified super middleweight prospect Nisa Rodriguez (2-0), a New York City police officer and three-time National Golden Gloves Championship gold medalist, that she will be honored among her peers by these highly-respected organizations.  Full Story

GJWB in Tampa @ MVP Fight Week Recap by Kris Ejem Helene Jafine Photo Credits: Esther Lin/MVP

(JULY 25) What an amazing weekend in Tampa, Florida where Canadian boxers Natasha ‘The Nightmare’ Spence and Lucas ‘The Prince’ Bahdi made their mark on this massive sold out MVP (Most Valuable Promotions) Fight Card Saturday July 20th. With over 19,000 in attendance GJWB was lucky to be there to cover all the action on behalf of the WBAN and Sue TL Fox. The energy and fans were electric at the Amalie Arena all night!  Full Story

Maureen Shea returning to the ring Aug. 9th Source:  Press Release Photo Credit: Mary Ann Owen July 24, 2024

(JULY 24) WORCESTER, Mass.– Two-time, two-division world champion Maureen “The Real Million Dollar Baby” Shea (30-2-1, 13 KOs) returns to the ring for the first time in more than two years on the August 9th (Aug. 10 rain date) “Punch-Out at Polar Park II” card, presented by Shearns Boxing Promotions (SBP) in conjunction with Kendrick Ball’s Camp Get Right Boxing, at beautiful Polar Park in Worcester, Massachusetts.  Full Story

Women's Boxing Worldwide Boxing Action this Last Week by Sue TL Fox July 23, 2024

(JULY 23) This past week featured several exciting boxing matches and outcomes, along with other updates on women's boxing from around the world, that may not be "as" exciting that took place.
Outside of the professional circuit, women's boxing continues to gain momentum and recognition.  Their dedication to the sport is truly inspiring.  Full Story

Crazy Matchmaking that Continues in the sport of Boxing! by Sue TL Fox July 23, 2024

(JULY 23) WBAN has not given an update for a while on the craziest Matchmaking that is done in the sport of boxing.  We cannot make this stuff up folks....it continues in it's finest form of wonderment who these matches are made in the first place...why boxing fans would buy tickets to see some of the questionable bouts, just to build a boxer's record. Full Story

Jake Paul Wins by Sixth Round TKO; Serrano wins by second round TKO; and Green Wins by Decision Source:  Press Release Photo Credit:  Esther Lin/MVP July 23, 2024

(JULY 23) TAMPA, FL – On Saturday night, In front of a sold-out crowd of 17,500 at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida, MVP’s Jake “El Gallo” Paul (10-1, 7 KOs) put on an electrifying show as he demolished the King of Violence, “Platinum” Mike Perry (5-0, 3 KOs BKFC, 0-2 boxing), with a sixth round TKO. Full Story

Chantelle Cameron Wins by a Majority Decision over Elhem Mekhaled in vying for the Interim WBC World Title by Sue TL Fox July 21, 2024

(JULY 21)  Last night at the Resorts World Arena, in Birmingham, United Kingdom, in a thrilling showdown, Chantelle Cameron, 139.4, of Northhampton, UK,  emerged victorious, securing the Interim WBC Super Lightweight World Title with a ten-round majority decision over Elhem Mekhaled, 138.4, of Paris, France. The final judges scores were 95-95, 99-92, and 98-92, which was a bit odd.  Cameron moved her record to 19-1-0 (8KO's) and Mekhaled is now 17-3-0 (3KO).  Full Story

Amanda Serrano displays Why she is one of best in the sport---Stops Morgan in Two rounds by TKO! by Sue TL Fox July 20, 2024 (Photo Credits: Esther Lin/MVP)

(July 20) Tonight at the Amalie Arena, in Tampa, Florida, Amanda “The Real Deal” Serrano defeated Stevie Morgan by a second round TKO in a scheduled ten-round bout. The bout was part of the “Fear No Man” Boxing event headlined by Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry and was streamed on DAZN PPV.  Full Story

MVP's Fear No Man:  Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry; Amanda Serrano vs. Stevie Morgan Source: Press Release July 19, 2024

TAMPA, FL – July 19, 2024 – MVP’s Jake “El Gallo de Dorado” Paul (9-1, 6 KOs) and the King of Violence, “Platinum” Mike Perry came face to face for the first time at a press conference held at the Amalie Arena ahead of their bout this Saturday, July 20. Paul vs. Perry, presented by CELSIUS Live Fit Essential Energy, is set for an eight-round cruiserweight bout and will be shown live globally on DAZN pay-per-view from the Amalie Arena in Tampa, FL.  Full Story

Latest News:  Third World Boxing event of the year will be held at the UG Arena, Ulaanbaatar, in Mongolia by Bob Trieger/PR July 19, 2024

(JULY 19) WBAN received the latest update on the World Boxing Cup event for 2024, that the event will take place at the UG Arena, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia from September 23-26, 2024. The event will go for four-day of competition.  As stated in the press release, "The four-day competition is the first World Boxing Cup event to be held in Asia and is being hosted by the Mongolian Boxing Federation and World Boxing." Full Story

End of an era, Michelle Preston hangs up the gloves for the last time by Benjamin Watt July 19, 2024

(JULY 19) 45-year-old five-time Kickboxing/Muay Thai World champion and two-time world boxing title contender Michelle Preston officially retires after losing her final fight on Thursday night against Mexican boxer Maribel Ramirez.  Many words can describe Michelle Preston, including trailblazer, legendary, history-making and now retired. Preston gave her boxing career one last chance as she aimed for the world title, with one loss...Full Story

Interesting Matchup this weekend:  Amanda Serrano vs. Stevie Morgan on DAZN Card by Sue TL Fox July 18, 2024

(JULY 18) This Saturday, July 20th, at the Amalie Arena, in Tampa, Florida, there is an interesting matchup on this card.  We have Amanda "The Real Deal" Serrano, 46-2-1 (30KO), of now Carolina, Puerto Rico, formerly from New York,  fighting Stevie Morgan, 14-1-0 (13 KO), of Tampa, Florida,  in a ten round non-titled bout.  This last week she had an online interview that we published on this article.  Serrano talks about this fight on Saturday and also about her upcoming fight with Katie Taylor.  Full Story

Big Fights This Weekend:  Shadasia Green vs. Natasha Spence and More! by Kris Ejem/Helene Jafine Team GJWB July 18, 2024

(JULY 18) Our TEAM GJWB Ambassador Natasha ‘Nightmare’ Spence (8-4-2) is stepping into the ring against Shadasia Green (13-1) on the Most Valuable Promotions card happening in Tampa, Florida on Saturday July 20th. Tune in on DAZN to watch this fight, plus another big female fight featuring Amanda Serrano vs. Stevie Morgan. Let’s cheer on Natasha!  Full Story

Who Will Be Crowned WBAN's 2024 Fighter of the Year? July 18, 2024

(JULY 18) The Women Boxing Archive Network, better known as WBAN, names its Fighter of the Year each year. In 2023, the organization made history by giving the honor to two boxers, Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano collected the coveted prize. It already has us thinking about the different female boxers 2024 has to offer and wondering which one will win WBAN’s 2024 Fighter of the Year honor.  Full Story

Public Workout:  Jake Paul, Amanda Serrano, Stevie Morgan and more! July 18, 2024 (Photo Credit: Esther Lin/MVP)

(JULY 18) Yesterday in Tampa, Florida a public workout took place for this upcoming live boxing event that will feature two female bouts, with Amanda "The Real Deal" Serrano vs. Stevie "Sledgehammer" Morgan, in a non-title ten rounder; and Shadasia Green vs. Natasha Spence. The mainliner is Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry.  The fights will be streamed on DAZN.   Full Story

Feature Story: Australian Diana Prazak to be inducted into the International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame in Las Vegas!  July 16, 2025

LAS VEGAS, NV -- This week we are featuring our 2025 International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame Inductee, Australian Diana Prazak who will be honored and celebrated April 4-5, 2025, at the Orleans Hotel & Casino, in Las Vegas, Nevada.  Prazak is one of 20 our elite 2025 IWBHF Inductees, and we are featuring her this week in anticipating our up coming IWBHF Event. Full Story

Who Will Win These Three Huge Upcoming Women's Fights? July 15, 2024

(JULY 15) The realm of women's combat sports has never been more electrifying. Inside the Octagon, names such as Amanda Nunes, Valentina Shevchenko, and Alexa Grasso have taken female MMA to unseen heights, while in the squared circle, the likes of Claressa Shields and Katie Taylor continue to raise the bar higher..Full Story

Skye Nicolson Wins easily to successfully defend her WBC Title by Sue TL Fox July 14, 2024

(JULY 14) Last night at the Wells Fargo Center, in Philadelphia, Australia's Skye Nicolson, 125 1/2,  successfully defended her WBC Featherweight title when she easily defeated Dyana Vargas, 125 1/2, from the Dominican Republic. Final judges’ scores were 100-90 on all cards.  Nicolson remains undefeated with a 11-0-0 (1KO) record, and Vargas is now 19-2-0 (12KO).  Full Story

How is the Super Middleweight Division in Women's Boxing? by Sue TL Fox July 13, 2024 Photo credit: generic

(JULY 13) In my first article,  I analyzed the heavyweight division of the professional women's boxing in the sport today. Next, let's shift our focus to the super middleweight division in women's boxing. I'll be taking a closer look at the talented group of professional female boxers competing in this weight class. I gathered information from various sources, including the extensive coverage of this division by WBAN over the years. Here are the top ten, a very lean list of females in this weight-class. Full Story

Daniels to defend her IBF World title against world-ranked boxer in possible last fight in New Zealand by Benjamin Watt July 11, 2024

(JULY 11) History will be made as, for the first time ever, a world boxing title will be defended in Hamilton. Lani Daniels will defend her IBF World Light Heavyweight title against the undefeated Nigerian boxer Bolatito Oluwole, which could be Daniels's last fight in New Zealand.  On September 7th at the GLOBOX Arena (formerly known as Claudelands Arena) John Parker will fight for the WBA Oceania Cruiserweight title against Fijian boxer ....Full Story

Update on Alejandra "la Fenix" Ayala after being seriously Injured after her fight with Rankin?  Where is the help from this Sport? by Sue TL Fox July 8, 2024

(JULY 8) This week WBAN received an update on female boxer Alejandra “la Fenix” Ayala by Sinéad Babington who said that she finally had gotten up to Tijuana to see Alejandra and see her gym that she had opened before going to Scotland to fight over two years ago.  Babington said the following: In what was a fight of a lifetime for this talented boxer, that took place on  May 13th at the SSE Hydro, in Glasgow, Scotland, super welterweight Hannah Rankin, 153 1/2, won by a ten-round TKO over  Ayala. The two were fighting for the WBA Super Welterweight and the IBO Super Welterweight titles.  According to news sources, she was taken to a hospital immediately after the fight and had an undisclosed surgery.  Some media sources said it was a Hematoma, and we have not verified that information.  Full Story

Today!  Live Boxing at the Pacifica Moose Lodge July 6   wban100, vs. rankinwban100Thethe priair2024

(JULY 6) Today at The Pacifica Moose Lodge Babyface Boxing is hosting a live boxing show. There are boxers from all over the California who will be participating. North Carolinas Fonteneaux Boxing Academy is bringing a team of 9 boxers . Many Bay Area Boxing Clubs and clubs from all over Central, SoCal California will be participating.  15 male bouts 8 female bouts.

WBAN's Top Pick for July 2024 Fighter of the Month! July 4, 2024

(JULY 4) This will be a nice announcement for fairly unknown female boxer Joana Chavarria Lopez who is WBAN's top pick for July Fighter of the Month.  She reigns out of Valle, Mexico City, Mexico, who recently fought Zulina Munoz, with came into the fight with a  boxing record of 54-5-2, to Chavarria's 5-4-4 record going into the fight. Chavarria stopped Munoz in the 4th round.  Full fight results

Carranza Wins by Unanimous Decision Over LaVigne by Ron Scarfone July 2, 2024

(JULY 2) On Saturday, June 29th, at the Miccosukee Casino & Resort in Miami, Florida  Elia “Soul Snatcher” Carranza of Miami, Florida won a unanimous decision over Kaitlin LaVigne of Overland Park, Kansas in a six-round bout. Although it was classified as a super welterweight fight, the boxers’ weights were not within that weight class. Carranza weighed in at 157.2 pounds, which is middleweight whereas LaVigne weighed in 162.4 pounds which is super middleweight.  Full Story

New Book: Stand Up and Fight:  by Dallas Malloy Source:  Press Release July 1, 2024

(JULY 1) STAND UP AND FIGHT:  Words of Courage from a Women’s Boxing Pioneer to Unlock Your Faith and Conquer Fear
Dallas Malloy—2023 International Women’s Boxing Hall of Fame Inductee and professional coach—just released her new book STAND UP AND FIGHT. The official announcement is July 4th but she wanted WBAN to hear it first!  Full Story

Last Night Yamileth Mercado Successfully defended her WBC title over Ramla Ali by Sue TL Fox

(JUNE 30) Last night at the Footprint Center, in Phoenix, Arizona, Yamileth Mercado, of Mexico, 121 lbs.,  won a ten-round unanimous decision over Ramla Ali, 122 lbs., of Greenwich, London, UK.  The two were fighting for the WBC World Super Bantamweight title....Full Story

Update: The International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame Names our "Women Cops Who Box" Recipients who will be honored at our Pre-Celebration!  June 28, 2024

Nisa Rodriguez,  New York City police officer and celebrated amateur boxer, Nisa Rodriguez has been added to our “Women Cops Who Box” at our Pre-celebration on April 4, 2025! The following night at the “Night of the Stars 2”, at the finale, we will then be inducting our 2025 International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame Inductees on April 5, 2025. We now have ten Women Cops Who Box who are our Special Award Recipients. The event takes place at the Orleans Hotel & Casino, in Las Vegas, Nevada.  More to follow soon. ....Full Story

Analysis of the “Heavyweight division” for Women’s Boxing By Sue TL Fox June 27, 2024

Periodically, I examine ratings and the group of female boxers in various weight classes. Recently, I became curious about the state of the heavyweight division in 2024. In past articles, I discussed female boxers in the heavyweight division who were ranked in the top ten with having few fights to be ranked.  So let’s take a look at the heavyweight division in women’s boxing.  Full Story

Ring in a diamond “Punch-Out at Polar Park II” August 9th outdoor pro boxing show in Worcester, MA Source:  PR/Bob Trieger June 27, 2024

(JUNE 27) WORCESTER, Mass.–“Punch-Out at Polar Park II”, presented by Shearns Boxing Promotions (SBP) in conjunction with Kendrick Ball’s Camp Get Right Boxing, will feature many of the most promising and popular professional boxers in the Bay State at the second boxing event ever held at beautiful Polar Park in Worcester, Massachusetts.  Full Story

Florida Boxing Hall of Fame Honors Stacy Prestage at Induction Weekend by Ron Scarfone June 26, 2024

(JUNE 26) The Florida Boxing Hall of Fame (FBHOF) had their Induction Weekend from June 21-23 at the Hilton Hotel in St. Petersburg, Florida in Carillon Park. The FBHOF is one of the most prestigious Halls of Fame for boxing in the United States. Stacy Prestage was the only female boxer on the list of inductees. Prestage is shown on the cover of the FBHOF program magazine for this year. Arcadio Castro Jr. has painted the program cover since the beginning of the FBHOF. Castro Jr. ...Full Story

Alastair Segerdal:  A Piece of History Missing in the Sport-by Sue TL Fox Photo credits/Alastair Segerdal *photos donated to WBAN in 2001 June 25, 2024

 (JUNE 25) There is a little bit of history that has not been discussed much that occurred in the 1970's to early 1980's, and it is not about a female boxer or boxers----it is about a past photographer that captured women's boxing in the 1970s-1980s when few cared about covering the sport.  His name is Alastair Segerdal (he passed away in the early 2000's) . Full Story

Ana Reyes Wins by TKO; Camila Vidal by decision June 24, 2024

(JUNE 24) Last night at the Club de Boxeo Atila, Florida, Ana Reyes, 140 1/2, 22 years old,  from Colombia, won by a [1:42] third round TKO over Angeli Fuentes, 142 3/4, from Venezuela, 20 years old in a scheduled six-round bout. In a second female bout, Camila Vidal, making her pro debut, 128 lb., won by a four-round unanimous.For full fight results

Emma Dolan Wins by a Split Decision over Shannon Ryan  June 23, 2024

(JUNE 23)  Last night at the  Resorts World Arena, in Birmingham, United Kingdom, Emma Dolan, 114 1/2, of Newark Nottinghamshire, won a ten-round split decision over Shannon Ryan, 113 1/2, of Watford, Hertfordshire, UK.  The two were fighting for the BBBofC British Super Flyweight belt, and the Commonwealth Boxing Council..For full fight results

Geovana Peres makes history in second New Zealand National Muay Thai title win by Benjamin Watt June 22, 2024

(JUNE 22) Geovana Peres made history in Tauranga on Saturday night, winning her second Muay Thai professional title against Hometown favourite Faith Mcmah and becoming the first-ever WBC Muay Thai Heavyweight female champion. The two had fought before back in November 2022, where Peres won the fight by split decision, winning the WMC New Zealand national Heavyweight title. McMah's camp called the controversy over the result and wanted to see the fight happen again.  Full Story

Tonight in Italy:  Veronica Tori vs.  Natalia Francesca June 21, 2024

(JUNE 21)  Tonight at the PalaElachem, Vigevano, in Italy, Veronica Tori, of Vigevano, with a 6-2-0 (3KO) record,  will be fighting Natalia Francesca, 6-3-0, of Cataluña, Spain will be fighting a ten-round bout, for the vacant, EBU European Bantamweight title. Tosi's last fight took place in December of 2023, winning by decision and Francesca in March of 2024, winning an eight-round decision.

The City of Raton honored two-time Women’s World Boxing Champion Terri “Lil Loca” Cruz June 19, 2024

(JUNE 19) On Tuesday, June 4th, the City of Raton honored two-time Women’s World Boxing Champion Terri “Lil Loca” Cruz. Citizens, family, and friends from Cruz’s hometown attended the event. Cruz retired in 2011 with a professional boxing record of 17-7-2. With 26 fights and 130 rounds to her resume, Cruz’s fought in Colorado, New Mexico, Texas, South Dakota, Nevada, Arizona, South Korea (on two occasions), Australia, and Germany. Full Story

Honor the Legends: Don’t Miss the Nevada Boxing Hall of Fame 12th Annual Induction Gala Weekend! Source:  PR June 18, 2024

(JUNE 18) It's time to roll out the red carpet!  This year, we're not just celebrating history; we're making it.  The Nevada Boxing Hall of Fame cordially invites you to join us for our 12th Annual Induction Gala Weekend at The Orleans Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, NV — a place deeply etched in the history of boxing. Here, the echoes of gloves against canvas, the roars of triumphant victories, and the silent nods of respect among warriors permeate every corner, reminding us of the sport's rich legacy within these walls. Full Story

Melanie Costa added to the "Women Cops Who Box" Pre-celebration Day at the IWBHF Event! by Sue TL Fox June 16, 2044

(JUNE 16) We are proud to announce that we have added female police officer/boxer, Melanie Costa, to be honored and celebrated as one of our special award recipients in the "Women Cops who Box" segment of our pre-celebration that takes place on April 4-5, 2025, the International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame will be hosting our next "Night of the Stars 2" two-day Hall of Fame event at the Orleans Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.  With our event now a two-day affair for the second year----we have a pre-celebration day on the first day of our event.  Full Story

Tonight's Results in England:  Watson Wins by Points over Radomska June 14, 2024 Photo credit: Facebook /poster

(JUNE 14) Tonight at the Bolton Whites Hotel (De Vere Whites), Bolton, Flyweights Chloe Watson of Birkenhead United Kingdom, won a six-round bout by points over Kate Radomska from Waterford, Ireland. Watson continues to be undefeated with a 8-0-0 record, and Radomska drops to 4-4-0.   More on Fight Results

The International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame Names our "Women Cops Who Box" Recipients who will be honored at our Pre-Celebration!  Source:  IWBHF Press Release June 13, 2024

(JUNE 13) On April 4-5, 2025, the International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame will be hosting our next "Night of the Stars 2" two-day Hall of Fame event at the Orleans Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.  With our event now a two-day affair for the second year----we have a pre-celebration day on the first day of our event. So without further ado, we will give the details of our first day of the event where we will be honoring our "Women Cops Who Box" which will include the following... Full Story

The huge women's boxing title fights that await in the second half of 2024 June 11, 2024

Women's boxing has seen several title fights play out in the opening half of the year but the biggest and most exciting bouts have been saved for the latter stages of the year. Natasha Jones beat Mikaela Mayor in the opening title fight of the year to retain her IBF belt and there was a similar theme in the WBO welterweight title fight in March as Sandy Ryan maintained her world champion status against Terri Harper.  Full Story

Female boxing match that makes little sense June 10, 2024

 (JUNE 10) This last weekend on June 8th, at the Complexe Sportif Alain Mallon, in Neuilly en Thelle, Fanny Galle, 146 1/2,  1-0-0 was matched up with Ksenija Medic,148 1/4,  3-31-2 record.   Galle won the bout by a four-round unanimous decision, 36-40 on all cards. This matchup makes little sense....For all fight results, go here

Jaime Clampitt:  “The Hurricane” Hits Mohegan Sun Arena on June 15th Source:  Press Release June 6, 2024

(JUNE 6) WARWICK, RHODE ISLAND – Jaime "The Hurricane" Clampitt (25-6-2, 7 KOs) returns to Mohegan Sun Arena for one last fight on June 15th, when she battles Canada’s Kandi Wyatt (12-6, 3 KOs) in an 8-round lightweight contest on CES Boxing's 'Championship Jackpot 2024'. The fight caps off an incredible hall-of-fame career for Clampitt that saw her win four (4) world titles in two weight classes, defeating the likes of Jane Couch, Mia St. John, and many others along the way.  Full Story

Latest Update on Female Amateur Boxer Alyssa Mendoza Qualifies for 2024 Paris Olympic Games Source: PR/Bob Trieger Excerpt of release/Video June 5, 2024

(JUNE 5) BANGKOK, Thailand ---- On June 3, 2024, WBAN received a press release with the latest news about the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. According to the release by Bob Trieger, Team USA earned two spots for Paris on June 2, 2025, at the Second 2024 Olympic Games World Qualifying Tournament in Bangkok, Thailand. WBAN would like to congratulate Alyssa Mendoza for her ongoing achievements in the Amateur. Here's a video that provides more information about Mendoza.  Full Story

Kyana Williams:  WBAN Adds Kyana to our Boxers Profiles Segment and "Women Cops Who Box!" by Sue TL Fox June 3, 2024

My name is Kyana Williams, but everyone calls me “Special Kay”.  I was born in Lowell, Massachusetts but describe myself as a product of Providence.  I moved to Rhode Island,  at the age of two with my parents and brother, and  have been a product of my environment ever since.  People always ask,  “why Special Kay”? And I always reply because I’m “special”.  To be a fighter you have to have a certain level of mental resilience, confidence and self discipline. Full Story

Nisa Rodriguez to be showcased on Puerto Rican Day at Madison Square Garden in New York Source:  PR/Bob Trieger

(JUNE 3) NEW YORK CITY – New York City police officer and celebrated amateur boxer, Nisa Rodriguez (1-0, 0 KOs), is excited to be boxing on National Puerto Rican Day this Saturday at home in Madison Square Garden Theater.  Rodriguez, 33, faces Jordanne Garcia (4-3, 3 KOs), of Albuquerque (NM), in a four-round bout on a Top Rank card, headlined by Xander Zayas vs. Patrick Teixera, and Nisa’s fight will be streamed live on ESPN2.  Full Story

Denmark's Dina Thorslund Named WBAN's June 2024 Fighter of the Month June 2, 2024

 (JUNE 2) WBAN would like to congratulate Denmark's Dina Thorslund as WBAN's June 2024 Fighter of the month.  She just had a world title fight, defending her WBC and WBO World title belts.  She won easily in her fight with Seren Cetin.  This is the second time she has been our Fighter of the month, first time in April of 2018.

Kyana Williams Wins a bronze medal at prestigious National Golden Gloves Tournament of Champions Source:  PR/Bob Trieger Photo Credit:  Facebook May 30, 2024

(MAY 30) Today WBAN has added Kyana "Special Kay"  Williams, a Providence police officer Kyana by day and female boxer while not on duty to our Boxer's Profile segment.  On May 28th, we received an update of Kyana that she is now a 2024 New England Golden Gloves Champion, captured a bronze medal in the welterweight (146-pound) division at the recent National Golden Gloves Tournament of Champions hosted by the City of Detroit.  Full Story

Day 2:  Results in Amateur Boxing in Bangkok, Thailand Source:  PR/Bob Trieger Date: May 27, 2024

(MAY 27) BANGKOK, Thailand -- Jamar Talley (Camden, N.J.) mades a statement win in his Second Olympic World Qualification Tournament debut. Talley went head-to-head with Ali Faithigovashini out of Iran. Talley, however, made this a quick fight and ended it in the first round due to a referee stoppage.  Full Story

Dina Thorslund Successfully Defends her WBC/WBO World Titles against Seren Cetin by Sue TL Fox May 27, 2024

(MAY 27) On Saturday night at the Royal Arena, in Copenhagen, Denmark, Dina Thorslund, 117 1/4,  of Denmark defeated Seren Cetin, 117 1/4, of Instanbul, Turkey in a ten-round unous decision. Thorslund successfully defended her WBC and WBO Bananimtamweight world titles. The final judges' scores were 100-90, 100-90 and 99-91. Full Story

Joseph Parker convinces Lt. Dan Hennessey to continue announcing career by Benjamin Watt May 26, 2024

(MAY 26) Lt. Dan Hennessey has taken to social media once more, announcing that he will continue his 18-year career combat sports MC career after being convinced by Joseph Parker and Sam Rapira to continue. [WBAN's comments: We are very happy to find out he is not retiring].  It has been two weeks since Dan Hennessey went viral when he botched the announcement of the winner...Full Story

Alyssa Mendoza gets Team USA’s first win In Bangkok at final Olympic Boxing Qualifier Source:  PR/Bob Trieger May 25, 2024

(MAY 25) BANGKOK, Thailand – Alyssa Mendoza (Caldwell, Idaho) picked up Team USA first win with a unanimous decision victory over Bolortuul Tumurkhuyag out of Mongolia in day one of boxing in Bangkok, Thailand.  Mendoza, who won three medals in 2023, is looking for a similar result in Bangkok. In her first round she took the judges’ scorecards 3-2 but Tumurkhuyag grabbed the second round, and the scores were all tied up going...Full Story

WBAN Celebrates 26 Years on the Internet by Sue TL Fox May 24, 2024

(MAY 24) This month Women Boxing Archive Network (WBAN) celebrates its 26 years on the Internet. WBAN went live on the net on February 18, 1998. It has been quite a journey and continues to be a journey in progress.  I want to thank all of you who have: Contributed photos, stories, videos, press releases; Shared tips on boxing and educated me about the sport; helped me stay updated on news, fight results, and controversial issues in the sport.  Full Story

Two Female Bouts on Card in Argentina May 23, 2024

 (MAY 23)  This last week on May 18, 2024, at the Asociacion Civil, Cultural, Social y Deportiva Macabi Noar, Cordoba, Argentina, Dayana Estefania Diaz, 115, won a four-round unanimous decision over Daiana Belen Bondaruk, 116 1/2. Final judges scores is 40-36, 39-37, and 40-36. In a second female bout, Juliana Vanesa Basualdo, 120, won a ten-round unanimous decision over Eliana..Full Fight Results for May 

Trailblazers in the Ring: Profiles of Pioneering Female Boxers in Canadian History May 21, 2024

(MAY 21) Canadian boxing has seen numerous women who have excelled in the ring and paved the way for future generations of female boxers. From Olympic medalists to world champions, these athletes have significantly contributed to the sport, showcasing strength, resilience, and sheer determination. Here are profiles of some of these trailblazing Canadian female boxers. Full Story

Two Female Bouts on Argentina Card May 20, 2024

(MAY 20)  Last night in Cordoba, Argentina,  Dayana Estefania Diaz, 115,  won a four-round unanimous decision over  Daiana Belen Bondaruk, 116 1/2.  In a second female bout, Juliana Vanesa Basualdo, 120, won a ten-round unanimous decision over Eliana Vanesa Orecchia, 122.  Final judges scores were 100-88, on all cards.
Full details on Latest Results for May.

Tonight: Female Bout on card at the Palaboxe Aurelio Santoro, in Roma, Italy May 17, 2024

 (MAY 17) Tonight (Friday, May 17)  at the Palaboxe Aurelio Santoro, in Roma, Italy,  Silvia "Cash Bomber"  Bignami, 29-years old, of Roma, and undefeated at 4-0-0, will be fighting Giorgia Scolastri, 4-2-0, also from Roma.  The two are fighting for the EBU European Light Flyweight title, in a ten-round bout.  

One of a kind WBC Belt Donated to WBAN to Auction off for funds to support Women's Boxing and Keep the Process going!  by Sue TL Fox Source:  Stephen Blea /WBC Cares May 14, 2024

(MAY 14) Yesterday morning WBAN received a letter from multi-hall of famer Stephen Blea in regards to a authentic one-of-a-kind WBC belt to put up for auction to support women's boxing and to keep the process going with the sport.  Stephen Blea wrote the following:
After a discussion with my Partner Raul Utajara, Raylene and these Female Boxers, we decide to give the WBAN this Belt, to auction off for funds in Support of Women's Boxing, and keep the beautiful process going! Full Story

Lt. Dan Hennessey calls it quits after controversy by Benjamin Watt May 14, 2024

(MAY 14) The voice behind New Zealand and Australia combat sports, MC Lt Dan Hennessey, has called it quits on his 18-year international MC career after announcing the wrong name on the World title fight.  Lt Dan Hennessey has announced on social media that he will be retiring from his MC role after the controversy of announcing the wrong winner of a World title fight on 12th of May in Perth Australia. He states that his last fight night will happen in New Plymouth on a Sam Rapira boxing show.  Full Story

Tinta Smith Finally wins and is fully recognised as the first New Zealand women's Cruiserweight champion by Benjamin Watt Photo Credit: Courtesy sent in by Watt May 13, 2024

(MAY 13) Hamilton Maori boxer Tinta Smith has finally won the historical belt, becoming the first-ever women's New Zealand Cruiserweight champion.  On March 16, Tinta Smith fought Trish Vaka for the first-ever New Zealand national (PBCNZ version) Cruiserweight title, which ended in a draw. After the fight, the gym tried to claim Tinta and Trish as double....Full Story

Johnson becomes two-division world champion after MC Lt. Dan Hennessey announces the wrong winner by Benjamin Watt May 12, 2024

(MAY 12) Tauranga-born Maori (Ngāti Ranginui) Cherneka Johnson makes history by becoming the second Maori boxer to become a two-division champion after winning the WBA Bantamweight title against Nina Hughes. However, it came with controversy. After ten rounds of boxing, we go to the judge's scorecard for a decision where we have a Majority decision winner. But American-New Zealander Lt Dan Hennessey announced..Full Story

Laura Price Wins by a Technical Decision over Jessica McCaskill for the IBO and WBA World titles by Sue TL Fox May 12, 2024

(MAY 12) Last night at the Cardiff International Arena, Cardiff, Wales, in front of a packed hours,  Lauren Price, 145 1/2, remained undefeated with now a 7-0-0 (2KO), of Ystrad Mynach, Wales, United Kingdom when she won by a technical decision as Jessica McCaskill, 145, now 12-4-1 (5KO) of Chicago, Illinois, USA, had a nasty cut over her left eye and the scores went to the judges, that had the fight in favor of Price, with 90-82 on all cards. Full Story

The International Women’s Boxing Hall of Fame “Night of the Stars II’ Makes Exciting Announcement!  Source:  Press Release May 9, 2024

LAS VEGAS, NV (May 9) – The IWBHF “Night of the Stars II” is returning to Las Vegas, Nevada in our 12th year of honoring and inducting the top Elite Athletes and those who work outside the ring We are happy to make a huge announcement today!  Full Story

Atif Oberlton, Bree Howling, Stephanie Han and David Whitmire Part of Loaded Undercard Source:  Press Release May 7, 2024

(MAY 7)  Philadelphia  -THIS FRIDAY NIGHT at The Live! Casino and Hotel Philadelphia, bantamweight contender Christian Carto will take on Jesus Martinez in a eight-round bout that will headline a seven bout card promoted by King's Promotions.  Carto of Philadelphia is 21-1 with 14 knockouts. The 27 year-old is an eight-year professional is riding a four-fight winning streak.  Full Story

Laura Price to Face Jessica McCaskill in World Title fight in Wales May 5, 2024

 (MAY 6)On May 11, 2024, at the Cardiff International Arena, Cardiff, Wales, Lauren Price, 6-0-0 (1KO), of Ystrad Mynach, Wales, United Kingdom will be facing Jessica McCaskill, 12-3-1 (5KO) of Chicago, Illinois, USA, in a ten-round championship fight. The two will be fighting for the IBO and WBA Welterweight world titles.

Two Female Bouts on Argentina Card May 5, 2024

(MAY 5) Last night at the Estadio Luna Park, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Evelin Nazarena Bermudez, 107 1/4, won by an eighth round TKO [1:40] over Jessica Salazar, 107 2/4. Bermudez was defending her IBF and WBO Light Flyweight title in a ten-round contest. In a second female bout, Jennifer Meza, 101, won by a ten-round unanimous decision over Roxana Maria Colmenzarez, 101 1/2.More on Fight Results Page

Ardi Ndembo's death leaves unanswered questions - Athlete's Voice Committee statement Source:  Press Release May 3, 2024

(MAY 3) It is with heavy hearts that the Athletes Voice Committee, a sub-committee of the Association of Boxing Commissions and Combative Sports, extends our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and teammates of Ardi Ndembo, a talented fighter whose life was tragically cut short.  The allegation that Ardi Ndembo was knocked unconscious in training shortly before his fatal bout deeply troubles and concerns us. If true, it is our belief that this death was preventable if recognized post-knockout protocols..Full Story

Behind the Scenes with Sheree Johnson of "Fight Like a Girl" Docu-Series! by Sue TL Fox May 2, 2024

(MAY 2) Recently, I had the chance to spend time with Sheree Johnson, a filmmaker, cinematographer, and editor of the upcoming "Hit Like a Girl" Docu-Series. She traveled all the way from Florida to Portland, Oregon to meet up with me. Sheree is currently working on filming this exciting Docu-Series, which will showcase several talented female boxers including Laura Ramsey, Terri Moss, Carisse "Taz" Brown, and many others. I must say, Sheree's dedication to promoting women's boxing and her involvement in various projects is truly inspiring...Full Story

Curry and Popravak Battle to a Split Draw Story/photos by Ron Scarfone May 1, 2024

(MAY 1) On Saturday, April 27th, at the Miccosukee Casino & Resort in Miami, Florida, Olivia Curry, 159.8, and Melody Popravak, 158.4, fought to a draw in a six-round bout in the middleweight division.  The rounds were each two minutes in duration. Curry is a contender in the super middleweight division with a rating of No. 5 by the International Boxing Organization (IBO). Popravak had a record of 1-1 before this fight, but her one loss was by split decision in a four-round bout to super middleweight contender Kaitlin LaVigne who is rated No. 12 by the IBO.  Full Story

WBAN's May 2024 Fighter of the Month! May 1, 2025

(MAY 1) We would like to congratulation Montreal's Jessica "The Cobra" Camara who is our WBAN May 2024 Fighter of the month.  She had a recent win against a boxer from South Korea (in South Korea) and gave her opponent,Myun Hi Choi her first loss, with a convincing ten-round unanimous decision!  Check out her fight with Choi

The Power of Boxing Hall of Fames by Sue TL Fox May 1, 2025

(MAY 1) PORTLAND, OR - In the last two years I had made a decision to attend many of the boxing hall of fames that have taken place throughout the United States. It was an incredible experience to witness the legends of the sport being celebrated and honored----to many "unsung heroes" who dedicated their lives to boxing, with each inductee having a unique story that transcended the boundaries of the ring.  Full Story

Jessica Camara Has Huge Win over Undefeated Hyun Mi Choi for the WBA Gold Championship Source:  PR/Media Sources/ Sue TL Fox April 29, 2024

(APRIL 29) NEW YORK--On Saturday night at the Ajou University, Suwon, South Korea, former world title challenger Jessica Camara, 135, scored a huge win as she defeated the "undefeated" and former two-division world champion Myun Hi Choi, 135, to win the WBA Gold Championship in the lightweight division via a split decision in Choi's home country of South Korea.  Final judges scores were 94-96, 96-94, and 98-92.  Full Story

Two Female bouts tonight in Argentina April 27, 2024

(APRIL 27) Two female bouts to take place tonight at the Mónaco Hotel & Resort in Villa Carlos Paz, Córdoba, Argentina. Carla Ayelen Merino, 13-2-0 (2KO), of Cordoba, and Micaela Milagros Lujan, 14-1-1 (5KO), from San Luis, Argentina, will go head to head in a ten-round title bout, vying for the South American Super Flyweight title as well as the Federation Argentinian Super Flyweight title. Full Story

Marlen Esparza to fight Gabriela Celeste Alaniz in a Rematch Televised on DAZN by Sue TL Fox April 27, 2024

(APR 27) Tonight at the Save Mart Arena, Fresno, California, Marlen Esparza, 114, 14-1-0 (1KO), of Houston, Texas, will be fighting Gabriela Celeste Alaniz, 111 ¼, 14-1-1 (6KO), of Buenos Aires, Argentina. The two will be fighting ten rounds of action, but only Alaniz will be vying for Esparza’s four title belts. Full Story

Fight Results from Australia! April 24, 2024

(APRIL 24) Today (Australia time zone) at the Hordern Pavilion, Sydney, Australia, Jasmine Parr, 114 3/4, of Queensland, Australia, won by a fifth round TKO [1:01] over Sarah Watt, 114 1/4, of Australia, in a scheduled six round bout. In a second female bout, Shanell Dargan, 121, of Austraila, won by a six-round majority decision over Christine Gillespie, 120 1/2, of Nelson, New Zealand. Final judges scores were 57-57, 58-56, and 58-56.

(APRIL 23) Although women’s boxing has been effectively banned many of the years in the sport’s history, there have always been female boxers. There are anecdotal mentions of women’s boxing at the beginning of the 18th century and the first known advertised bout is dated from 1722.  But until relatively recently, women were simply not issued licenses to fight and that severely impeded the potential for women’s boxing to become popular.  Full Story

Crazy Matchmaking Fights: Only the “Tip of the Iceberg” for Results this weekend! by Sue TL Fox April 21, 2024

(APRIL 21) Folks you cannot make this stuff up…seriously, and what we are reporting today is just  a sampling of a “Tip of the Iceberg” of loop-sided matchmaking in the sport of professional boxing.  The crazy matchmaking is so bad and so predictable, that boxing fans can easily just stay at home, and if by chance they think one of these "Tip of the Iceberg" matches that maybe, just maybe one can win just check the Internet.  Full Story

Millicent Agboegbulen Wins by a Split Decision over Jessica Messina April 21, 2024

(APRIL 21) Last night at the Lenaghan Oval, Belmont North, Australia, Millicent Agboegbulen, of Australia, originally from Nigeria, won an eight-round split decision over Jessica Messina, of New South Wales, Australia. The two were fighting for the vacant Australian Welterweight title. For full fight results in April 2024, go here

The top Crazy Matchmaking fights for tonight April 20, 2024

(APRIL 20) We have updated our Crazy Matchmaking Database! Check these out: David Kuehnl, 2-0-0 vs. Mazen Girke, 15-156-6; Rawil Fatullaew, 1-0-0 vs. Norbert Szekeres, 19-99-4; Morten Givskov, 1-0-0 vs. Davit Gogishvili, 18-19-0; Maxim Schejbal, 0-0-1 vs. Mirleydis Hoyos, Hmmm....I wonder who will win (chuckle). Check out our latest Crazy Database - Full Story

Two Female Bouts Tonight in Argentina April 19, 2024

 (APRIL 19) Tonight at the Estadio F.A.B., in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Anahi Sanchez will be facing  Estefania Karen Alaniz, in a ten-rounder for the South American Super Lightweight title; and in a second female bout on the card, on the undercard,  Fatima Johanna Maidana, will fight four-rounds against Karen Almendra in the super bantamweight division.  

Latest Update on the Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 2 Source:  Netflix Poster/Netflix April 16, 2024

(APRIL 16)  Netflix and Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) today announced that after two years, Matchroom’s undisputed super lightweight world champion Katie Taylor (23-1, 6 KOs) will step back in the ring for the most anticipated women’s boxing rematch against trailblazer and unified featherweight champion Amanda “The Real Deal” Serrano (46-2-1, 30 KOs). Taylor vs. Serrano 2 will stream live globally...Full Story

Two Female Title Bouts on Manchester Card April 14, 2024

(APRIL 14) Last night at the Manchester Arena, in  Manchester, England, Ellie Scotney, 119 1/4, won a ten-round unanimous decision over Segolene Lefebvre, 121 3/4, winning the IBF and WBO Super Bantamweight world title belts. Final judges scores were 96-94, 99-91, and 97-93. In a second female bout, Rhiannon Dixon, 134 1/2, won a ten-round unanimous decision over Karen Elizabeth..More Fight Results

Results from Spain:  Tania Alvarez Wins by Decision over Maria Cecchi April 14, 2024

 (APRIL 14) Last night at the Casal Cultural i Recreatiu, in Castellbisbal, Spain, Tania Alvarez, of Barcelona, Cataluña, Spain, won a ten-round unanimous decision over Maria Cecchi, of Lazio, Italy.  The two were fight for the vacant EBU European Super Bantamweight belt.  Final judges scores were 94-96, on all card.  Tania is now 11-1-0 (2KO), and Cecchi record is now 10-3-0 (2KO). 

A Call for Warning Labels on Safety Equipment in Combat Sports Press Release April 10, 2024

(APRIL 10)  The Athlete’s Voice Committee is taking a proactive stance in advocating for the implementation of warning labels on safety equipment used in combat sports. This initiative comes in response to growing concerns about the safety and well-being of athletes, and continued advocacy for education in all corners and disciplines of combat sports.  Full Story

Women’s boxing ‘to be first combat sports event at Sphere’ April 16, 2024

The highly anticipated fight between female boxers Amando Serrano and Katie Taylor might become the first combat event at the new  MSG Sphere in Las Vegas.  Previously, the UFC was expected to be the first to use Sphere’s incredibly... Full Story

Skye Nicolson Wins WBC Featherweight title  by decision in Las Vegas April 7, 2024

(APRIL 7) Last night at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas, in Las Vegas, Nevada, Skye Nicolson, 125, of Queensland, Australia, won the Vacant WBC Featherweight World title over Sarah Mahfoud, 125 ½, of Copenhagan, Denmark. The final judges scores were 100-90, 100-90, and 91-99...Full Story

Stephanie Han Wins by a Decision over Wendellin Cruz April 6, 2024

(APRIL 6) Last night at the  Wind Creek Events Center, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Stephanie Han, 135.1, of El Paso, Texas, won by an eight-round unanimous decision over Wendellin Cruz, 132.7, of Managua, Nicaragua. The final judges scores were 71-80, 71-80, and 72-79. Stephanie Han remains undefeated with a 7-0-0 (2KO).  More Results

Where to Focus Efforts for Raising the Profile of Women’s Boxing April 4, 2024

Women’s boxing could be huge right now based on the talent at the top of its divisions alone. Seniesa Estrada, Yokasta Valle, Chantelle Cameron, Katie Taylor, Kenia Stephanie Enriquez, Claressa Shields, Yesica Nery Plata, Dina Thorslund, and Amanda Serrano, to name a few, are all incredibly entertaining to watch in the ring and offer a demonstration of skill worthy of being a top billing on any card.  Full Story

Tinta Smith gets a second chance at historical New Zealand title by Benjamin Watt April 3, 2024

(APRIL 3) Tinta Smith will get a second chance at the inaugural New Zealand national (PBCNZ version) Cruiserweight title after her first attempt ended in a draw.  Tinta Smith took on Trish Vaka on the 16th of March for the New Zealand title which ended in a split decision draw. Unfortunately due to the draw the title will remain vacant. However, the two boxers claim to be dual champions, but in professional boxing, it does not work that way and the title remains vacant.  Full Story

USA Boxing supports International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach’s Comments Source:  USA Boxing PR April 3, 2024

(APR 3) COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – On March 27, 2024, IOC President Thomas Bach addressed representatives of the 17 National Olympic Committees (NOC) from across the Oceania region at the ONOC Annual General Assembly in Fiji. During his presentation, President Bach highlighted the need for global sport leaders to not only apply good governance at the..Full Story

Seniesa "Super Bad" Estrada Named WBAN's April 2024 Fighter of the Month! April 1, 2024

(APRIL 1) WBAN would like to congratulate Seniesa  Estrada, who fights out of Los Angeles, California, who has been named WBAN's April 2024 Fighter of the Month!    She and Yokasta Valle were a hit of the night when they fought this last weekend! Both Estrada and Valle put on a top-notch fight for boxing fans! 

Casamassa Defeats Gerula to Win the WIBA Super Middleweight Title by Ron Scarfone March 31, 2024

(MARCH 31)  Last night in Harmony, Pennsylvania at the Steamfitters 449 Union Hall, on boxing event, “Brawl at the Hall”, promoted by Derek Gionta of Gionta Management, and live streamed on the Combat Sports Now website, the Women’s International Boxing Association (WIBA) filled a vacancy for one of their world titles. Mary Casamassa won the vacant WIBA super middleweight title over Olivia “The Predator” Gerula by a ten-round (two minutes per round) unanimous decision. The final judges’ scores were 100-90, 100-90, and 99-91. Full Story

Tonight:  LeAnna Cruz to fight on card at the Harrah's Philadelphia Casino and Racetrack Source:  PR March 30, 2024

(MARCH 30) Philadelphia, PA -- Another massive night of professional boxing is in store when RDR Promotions returns to the Harrahs Philadelphia Casino and Racetrack in Chester, Pennsylvania on Saturday night, March 30th.  In the eight-round main event, junior welterweight Greg Outlaw Jr, (13-2, 7 KOs) of Bowie, MD takes on tough veteran Rondale Hubbert (16-28-3, 10 KOs) of Duluth, Minnesota.  Full Story

Press Release:  Valdez and Seniesa Shine in Glendale, Arizona..All Results on Card Source:  Top Rank March 30, 2024

(MARCH 30) GLENDALE, Arizona  — Oscar Valdez (32-2, 24 KOs) wanted to show that he could become a champion again, and tonight he did it.  The former two-division world champion stopped Australian puncher Liam Wilson (13-3, 7 KOs) in the seventh round to capture the WBO Interim junior lightweight world title Friday evening at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona. Full Story

Seniesa "Super Bad" Estrada Becomes the Undisputed Minimumweight Champion by Sue TL Fox March 30, 2024

(MARCH 30) Last night at the Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona, Seniesa "Super Bad" Estrada, of Los Angeles, won the undisputed minimumweight title in a 10-round unanimous decision against Costa Rica's Yokasta Valle, in the co-featured bout. Full Story

Tonight Female Boxer Oshae Jones In boxing Action in Atlanta March 27, 2024

 (MARCH 29) NEW YORK - Tonight in Atlanta, the second year of OTX Boxing commences and Split-T Management fighters will be featured prominently on the opening broadcast.  In a 10-round bout, undefeated Oshae Jones will take on Sonya Dreiling in a junior middleweight bout.  Jones of Toledo, Ohio is 5-0 with...Full Story

Best Boxing Video Games March 28, 2024

(MARCH 28) Boxing is arguably the world’s oldest combat sport, with traces of its fighting style and rules dating back to Ancient Egypt and Greece. It’s a solo sport that involves one fighter against another — a sheer test of stamina, skill, and mental fortitude.
Anyone who has ever played a sport knows it takes serious mastery to be one of the best, but boxing takes the cake for physical demand. After ranking all sports on 10 athletic skills..Full Story

Katie Taylor's Three Greatest Victories March 27, 2024

(MARCH 27) In the world of women's boxing, few names resonate with the force and reverence as that of Katie Taylor. The Irish veteran has shattered ceilings and set new benchmarks, boasting a career that is both inspiring and wildly successful.  On a recent edition of the Overlap podcast, promoter Eddie Hearn detailed how it was Taylor who was primarily responsible for women competing in the Olympic Games.  Full Story

Two WIBA World Title Fights Ended in Split Draws by Ron Scarfone March 27, 2024

(MARCH 27) The Women’s International Boxing Association (WIBA) mini flyweight world title fight at the Swiss Grand Hotel on March 16 in Seoul, South Korea between contenders Ryu Kyung Suh of South Korea and Riyuna Yoshikawa of Japan ended in a split draw.  The judges’ scores were 96-94 in favor of Yoshikawa, 96-95 in favor of Suh, and 95-95. The fight was for the vacant title, so the title will remain vacant.  Full Story

Mary Casamassa to Face Olivia Gerula for WIBA Super Middleweight World Title Source:  edited PR March 26, 2024

(MARCH 26) On March 30, 2024, at the “Brawl at the Hall” Mary Casamassa will face Olivia Gerula in the 10-round main event for the vacant Women’s International Boxing Association (WIBA) Super Middleweight World title at Steamfitters 449 Union Hall in Harmony, Pennsylvania, under the Gionta Management.  Full Story

Special Tribute: Female Boxer Alesia Graf Passed Away at the age of 43 years old by Ron Scarfone March 26, 2024

(MAR 26) Alesia “The Tigress” Graf unexpectedly passed away at the age of 43. It is currently unknown as to the reason or reasons for her untimely death.  Graf was born in Gomel, Belarus on October 14, 1980. Her birth name was Alesia Klimovich. She moved to Germany in 1999. Full Story

Sandy Ryan Makes it a Short Night for Terri Harper by Sue TL Fox March 24, 2024

(MAR 24) Last night at the Sheffield Arena, Sheffield, Sandy Ryan, 146 lb., from Derbyshire, United Kingdom, made it a short night when she fought Terri Harper, 146 1/4, of Yorkshire, United Kingdom, and winning by a fourth round RTD when Harper did not come out for the fourth round.  The two were fighting for the WBO Welterweight title.  The fight was scheduled for ten rounds, at 2 minutes per round. Full Story

ABA & BIBA Join Forces - British Amateur and Professional Boxing Organisations Cross-Affiliate Source:  PR March 22, 2024

(MAR 22) Following a meeting between board members of the Amateur Boxing Alliance (ABA) and Gianluca Di Caro, Vice President of the British & Irish Boxing Authority (BIBA), at the London Military Boxing Club in Bromley, all parties agreed in principle to cross affiliate.  Full Story

Two Female Bouts in Colombia March 21, 2024

(MAR 21) On March 19th, at the Cancha San Jose del Pando, in Santa Marta, Colombia,  bantamweights Tania Walters, 118, of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, won by a first round KO over Vanesa Edwards, 118, of Cienaga, Colombia. The bout was scheduled at six rounds. In a second female bout...Full Fight Results in March of 2024

NYPD officer Nisa Rodriguez Makes Her Pro Debut with a Convincing Win Source: PR/Bob Trieger March 18, 2024

NEW YORK CITY (March 18, 2024) – New York City police officer and decorated amateur boxer Nisa Rodriguez returned home last Friday night to the scene of many of her amateur victories, Madison Square Garden Theater in Manhattan, and the gifted, popular super middleweight turned in an auspicious pro boxing debut. Full Story

Seniesa Estrada: Undisputed Is On My Mind 24/7!' Streamed Live in USA on ESPN+ March 14, 2024

(MARCH 14)  EAST LOS ANGELES, Calif. Seniesa “Super Bad” Estrada understands the stakes as she approaches the biggest fight of her career. The WBC/WBA/Ring Magazine minimumweight world champion is one victory away from becoming the undisputed champion, one of the few accolades she has yet to achieve during a decorated 13-year professional career. Full Story

WBC Woman:  Frida Wallberg -And 2025 International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame Inductee! Source:  WBC PR March 14, 2024

(MARCH 14) Yesterday a nice story went out on the Internet on the WBC Boxing website about retired Frida Wallberg.  We would like to add some more to this boxer's great background in the sport.  She is set to be inducted on April 4-5, 2025, at the Orleans Hotel & Casino, in Las Vegas, Nevada as one of our elite 2025 IWBHF Class of Inductees...Full Story

Mea Motu's next opponent announced for possible last fight in New Zealand by Benjamin Watt March 13, 2024

(MARCH 13) IBO World Super Bantamweight champion, Pukepoto's own Mea Motu (Te Rarawa and Ngāpuhi) will take on Thailand's Noppaket Srisawas at ABA Stadium on April 26th.  Peach Boxing stable has unfortunately been forced to end their working relationship with Dean Lonergan at D&L Events after Lonergan lost his financial backers. Due to this...Full Story

Three More Boxers Advance to Quota Placement Bouts Source:  PR/Bob Trieger March 10, 2024 Re: Generic photo

(MARCH 10) BUSTO ARSIZIO, Italy  -- Three more members of Team USA advanced to the quota placement bouts in Busto Arsizio, Italy, during the eighth day of boxing at the 2024 Olympic Games World Qualifying Tournament. With the three victories tonight, boxers will compete on tomorrow’s final day of action, where a victory will punch their ticket to Paris this summer...Full Story

Shera Mae Patricio and Jamar Talley are one win away from qualifying for Paris 2024 Olympic Games Source:  PR/Bob Trieger March 10, 2024

(MARCH 10) BUSTO ARSIZIO, Italy – Shera Mae Patricio (Waianae, Hawaii) grabbed her second win of the tournament after coming from behind after the first round to be one win away from qualifying for Paris.  [dated March 9th) -Patricio, who was facing Sofia Micaela Robles of Argentina, saw Robles take the early 5-0 lead but came back strong. Once again, she overwhelmed her opponent with a flurry of punches to take...Full Story

Alyssa Mendoza continues impressive Run at 2024 Olympic Games World Qualifying Tournament Source:  PR/Bob Trieger March 9, 2024

(MAR 9) BUSTO ARSIZIO, Italy – – Featherweight Alyssa Mendoza (Caldwell, Idaho) continued her impressive run at the 2024 Olympic Games World Qualifying Tournament in Busto Arsizio, Italy on March 8, taking her third win of the tournament and second win by Referee Stopped Contest (RSC).  Mendoza, who was facing Morocco’s Nisrine Amine, put on a dominating performance from start to finish in the opening round.  Full Story

Marlen Esparza vs. Gabriela Alaniz Postponed due to Visa Issues by David Selwyn March 8, 2024

(MARCH 8 ) The bad blood rematch between Esparza and Alaniz has been unfortunately postponed due to visa issues for Alaniz.
Houston, Texas’ Marlen Esparza (14-1, 1 KO) was set to put up her unified WBA, WBC, WBO and Ring Magazine Flyweight Championship titles on the line against Buenos Aires, Argentina’s Gabriela “Chucky” Alaniz (14-1, 6 KOs) in a 10-round fight. Hopefully this match will get rescheduled real soon.  Full Story

Team USA advances four more boxers During day five of 2024 Olympic Games World Qualifying Tournament Source:  PR-Bob Trieger March 8, 2024

(MARCH 8) BUSTO ARSIZIO, Italy – Team USA won four more bouts during the fifth day of boxing at the 2024 Olympic Games World Qualifying Tournament at the E-Work Arena in Busto Arsizio, Italy.  Shera Mae Patricio (Waianae, Hawaii) kicked off the day for the Americans as she went head-to-head with Angel Yris Lopez of Puerto Rico.  Full Story

Katie Taylor Could Be Set for One of Biggest Fights Of 2024 March 7, 2024

Irish boxer Katie Taylor is preparing to box in front of her home supporters in Dublin in May. Her promoter Eddie Hearn has revealed he is working on a huge fight that has the potential to be one of the biggest events in the sport in 2024.  Taylor has not been in the ring since she defeated Chantelle Cameron in their rematch last November. This will be the third straight fight that she will headline the 3Arena in Dublin.  Full Story

Sanctioning Bodies of Women’s Boxing That Began in the 1990s Remain Relevant by Ron Scarfone March 5, 2024

(MARCH 5) The WBC, WBA, WBO, and IBF are known in men’s boxing as the “big four” because they are the most prominent sanctioning bodies in men’s boxing. In September 2004, Bernard Hopkins became the first male boxer to hold belts from these sanctioning bodies in one weight class. This fight was in the middleweight division. Hopkins defeated Oscar De La Hoya by knockout in the ninth round to become...Full Story

Team USA went undefeated on the opening day of the Olympic World Qualifier in Busto Arsizio, Italy Source:  PR/Bob Trieger March 4, 2024

(MARCH 4) BUSTO ARSIZIO, Italy – -- Team USA went undefeated on the opening day of the Olympic World Qualifier in Busto Arsizio, Italy. Roscoe Hill (Spring, Texas) and Alyssa Mendoza (Caldwell, Idaho) set the tone early for the stars and stripes as they both move on and are one step closer to their Olympic dreams.  Hill’s quickness and power were too much for Daniyar Rozmetov of Turkmenistan, as he was given a 10-8 score by four of the five judges throughout the bout and won unanimously. Hill’s bob and weaving and his unique boxing style helped him avoid..Full Story

World Champion Miyo Yoshida Signs with NYC Attorney and Boxing Manager Keith Sullivan by PR/Bob Trieger March 4, 2024

(MARCH 4) NEW YORK CITY – Reigning International Boxing Federation (IBF) Bantamweight World Champion Miyo Yoshida (17-4, 0 KOs) has signed with New York-based lawyer Keith Sullivan.  Yoshida, 35, is a three-time, two-division world champion having captured the World Boxing Organization (WBO) Super Flyweight crowns twice in 2019 and 2021. A native of Japan, she moved to Manhattan last year, trains at the famed Gleason’s Gym in Brooklyn, and is promoted by DiBella Entertainment. Full Story

Beyond the Glove: The Impact of Women Boxers on Society and Sport March 4, 2024

In a world where gender stereotypes and prejudices often dictate the roles and opportunities available to individuals, women boxers have emerged as powerful symbols of resilience, determination, and empowerment. Their presence in the male-dominated sport of boxing has not only challenged conventional norms but has also inspired a new generation of girls and women to pursue...Full Story

Hallback is Back and a World Champion Again by Ron Scarfone March 3, 2024 Photo Credit:  Facebook Permission/Hallback

(MARCH 3) Chevelle “Fists of Steel” Hallback of Plant City, Florida returned to the ring in March 2024 since her previous fight in December 2022 and won against Yamila “La Maquinita” Reynoso of Buenos Aires, Argentina. This fight was for the vacant National Boxing Association (NBA) welterweight title. The fight was scheduled for 10 two-minute rounds. The promoter was Alessi Promotions. The venue was the Hilton Tampa Downtown in Tampa, Florida. The event was live streamed by TrillerTV.  Full Story

Mea Motu returns to ABA Stadium in April by Benjamin Watt March 2, 2024

(MAR 2) For the first time in 18 months, the IBO World Super Bantamweight champion Mea Motu will be returning to the historical ABA Stadium in Auckland on April 26.  During the recent Peach boxing event with Erin Walsh and Emma Nesbitt in the co-main event in the show, Mea Motu announced that she will be fighting at ABA Stadium against an opponent yet to be announced. This announcement comes after Peach boxing boxers (including Motu) left D&L Events and signed a contract with No Limit Boxing in Australia under Matt and George Rose.  Full Story

Shera Mae Patricio: Hawaiian Boxer With An Olympic Dream Source:  Press Release/ Bob Trieger February 29, 2024

(FEB 29) COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.  – Growing up in Waianae, Hawaii, Shera Mae Patricio went through trials and tribulations to get to Team USA, as she had to hurdle many obstacles throughout her career. When looking back, the sport of boxing and her family were in her corner every step of the way. She overcame every obstacle and made a name for herself through adversity.  Full Story

Pueblo to host Paris 2024 Olympic Games preview at 2024 USA Boxing International Invitational Source:  Press Release/ Bob Trieger February 28, 2024

(FEB 28) COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo,  – USA Boxing will return to the Pueblo Convention Center in Pueblo, Colo., April 16-20, for the 2024 USA Boxing International Invitational, which will be a preview of the boxers who will represent Team USA this summer at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, as well as other top boxers from around the world.  Full Story

Two Female Bout in Denmark: Thorslund vs. Romero; Lauren vs. Nutsubidze February 27, 2024

(FEB 27) On February 24, at the Royal Arena, Copenhagen, Denmark,  Dina Thorslund won by an eight round TKO over Mary Romero successfully defending her WBC/WBO Bantamweight world title. Dina was originally going to fight Seren Cetin but she had to withdraw after receiving a cut....Full Fight Results

Some of the Heaviest Hitters in the History of Women's Boxing February 26, 2024

Boxing is a sport that requires excellent technique and incredible endurance, but ultimately raw power makes up the foundations of any elite boxer.  Throughout history, there have been many individuals who have boasted remarkable knockout potential in the women's side of the sport, and their names have been etched permanently into history as a result.  Full Story

The International Women’s Boxing Hall of Fame “Night of the Stars II’ announces our 2025 IWBHF Inductees, and Special Award Recipients Source:  IWBHF Press Release February 24, 2024

LAS VEGAS, NV (February 24, 2024) – The International Women’s Boxing Hall of Fame “Night of the Stars II” is returning to Las Vegas, Nevada in their eleventh year of honoring and inducting the top Elite Athletes and those who work outside the ring on April 4-5, 2025, at our two-day event at the Orleans Hotel & Casino!  Our IWBHF 2025 event will include legendary fighters who have paved the way for future generations, to dedication of others outside of the ring in their accomplishments in the Sport, and more...Full Story

New Zealand boxers win the war but Fiji wins the respect by Benjamin Watt February 23, 2024

(FEB 23) In a shocking announcement this week, Peach boxers Jerome Pampellone, Andrei Mikhailovich, and Northlands Mea Motu have ended the business relationship with Dean Lonergan and signed with No Limit Boxing. Lani Daniels has yet to announce her next move.  It was announced this week while Isaac Peach was in hospital with kidney stones that Peach Boxing will end their business relationship with Dean Lonergan under D&L Events. This includes IBF Intercontinental champion Jerome Pampellone, WBO Global Champion Andrei Mikhailovich and Northland's own IBO World champion Mea Motu.  Full Story

Sanctioning Bodies and Sports Media Have Opinions About Baumgardner by Ron Scarfone February 23, 2024

FEB 23) Alycia Baumgardner won by unanimous decision in her rematch against Christina Linardatou on July 15, 2023 and successfully defended her WBC, WBA, WBO, IBF, and IBO titles. Baumgardner lost to Linardatou by a close split decision in 2018 which is still her only loss as a professional.  The World Boxing Council (WBC) published a statement on January 15, 2024 regarding the status of Baumgardner.  Full Story

Two Female bouts Featured on car in Zagarolo, Italy February 18, 2024

 (FEB 18) Last night at the  Palazzetto Valle Martella, in Zagarolo, Italy, Simona Salvatori won a ten-round unanimous decision over Svitlana Vasylevska. Final judges scores were 96-94, 97-93, and 97-93. Simona won the IBF International title.  In a second female bout, Mery Di Bari won a six-rounder by points over Evelin Camporeale.   Full Fight Results [photo credit:  Facebook/Salvatori] 

Righting a wrong: The WBC recognizes the champion caliber of retired boxer, Christina Fuentes by Malissa Smith, Women’s boxing historian and author of A History of Women’s Boxing. Her second book, The Promise of Women’s Boxing, will be published in June 2024, by Rowman & Littlefield. February 16, 2024

(FEB 16)  When it comes to boxing, one thing is certain, a win is a win is a win, even when it isn’t. Sometimes the judges just get it wrong and call it what you will, it’s a fact of the game.  Most of those wrongs go unanswered, but thanks to the Mauricio Sulaimán and Jill Diamond of the World Boxing Council, along with boxing manager David Selwyn, one such wrong was finally righted for Christina “Mandy” Fuentes the opponent in an IFBA World Fly title fight against Selwyn’s own fighter, Eileen “The Hawaiian Mongoose” Olszewski.  Full Story

Amanda Serrano vs. Nina Meinke Fight Preview February 13, 2024

(FEB 13) The upcoming boxing showdown between Amanda Serrano and Germany's Nina Meinke is poised to make history as the biggest female boxing event in Puerto Rico. Set to take place at the Coliseo José Agrelot, affectionately known as the "Choliseo," in San Juan, this highly anticipated match promises to captivate audiences with its display of skill and determination.  Full Story

Sequita Hemingway gets a second chance at an international boxing fight with a major title by Benjamin Watt February 12, 2024

FEB 12) Manawatu boxer Sequita Hemingway (Ngāti Tūwharetoa /Ngāi Tūhoe) gets a second chance at Che Kenneally after a Split Decision loss last year. This time the vacant WBA Oceania Heavyweight title will be on the line. Full Story

Ryu Kyung Suh vs. Riyuna Yoshikawa for vacant WIBA World Mini Flyweight Title by Ron Scarfone February 9, 2024

(FEB 9) The Women’s International Boxing Association (WIBA) will attempt to fill a vacancy for their world title in the mini flyweight division on March 16. The division is better known as the minimumweight division (weight limit of 105 pounds), although it is also known as strawweight by the WBC. The WBO and IBF recognize the division as mini flyweight. Ryu Kyung Suh of South Korea will face Riyuna Yoshikawa of Japan.  Full Story

Seniesa "Super Bad" Estrada and Yakasta Valle Face to Face at Press Conference Source:  PR February 8, 2023 Photo: vcfox

(FEB 8) LAS VEGAS —WBC/WBA/Ring Magazine minimumweight world champion Seniesa “Super Bad” Estrada (25-0, 9 KOs) and WBO/IBF ruler Yokasta Valle (30-2, 9 KOs) went face to face for the first time Wednesday in Las Vegas. Their long-simmering feud will be settled Friday, March 29 at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona, as the division's first-ever undisputed champion will be crowned in the evening's co-feature. Full Story

Coulson Secures WBA Oceania Crown Via Unanimous Points Victory Over Edenden Source:  Press Release February 7, 2024

(FEBRUARY 7) A little piece of history was made at the Shirebrook Leisure Centre in Mansfield, UK on Saturday night when the stacked Chris Boyle promoted card, reached its climax and the eagerly awaited showdown between Worksop’s Eleanor Coulson and Brisbane, Australia’s Jamie Edenden for the vacant World Boxing Association (WBA) Oceanic Middleweight title...Full Story

Weekend Results at the Wembley Arena in London February 5, 2024

(FEB 5) On Saturday night at the  Wembley Arena, in Wembley, London,  Caroline Dubois won a ten-round unanimous decision over Miranda "La Alacrana" Reyes, 134.5, of Houston Texas. The two were fight for the IBO Lightweight World title. The final judges scores were 100-90, on all scorecards. In a second female bout..Full Fight Results

Diane Fischer of Dee Lee Promotions added to the WBAN Historical Database! February 5, 2024

(FEB 5) Dee Lee…the mother…Dee Lee…the loving daughter…Dee Lee…the meat cutter…Dee Lee…Atlantic City’s hairdresser to the stars…Dee Lee…the community difference maker…and Dee Lee…the glamorous, fierce,  ground- breaking boxing promoter. Just who is the gorgeous red head....Full Story

Behinds the Scenes with retired female boxer Cristina "Mandy" Fuentes February 2, 2024

(FEB 2) Cristina "Mandy" Fuentes, a retired female boxer who fought from 2010 until 2019, having close to 30 fights as a pro, competing with many of the prominent fighters in the sport, tells her "Behind the Scenes" of one of the greatest fights of her life along with her husband and family. She writes the following:...Full Story

Yokasta Valle to Face Seniesa Estrada in  Undisputed Minimumweight World title bout!  by Sue TL Fox February 1, 2024

(FEB 1) On March 29, 2024, on ESPN+ in at the Desert Diamond Arena, in Glendale, Arizona, Yokasta Valle, 30-2-0 (9KO), of Costa Rica, will be facing Seniesa “Super Bad” Estrada, undefeated as a pro with a 25-0-0 (KO) record, of East Los Angeles, California, in a ten-round world championship bout promoted by Top Rank. The two are vying for the undisputed minimumweight title, fighting for the IBF, WBA, WBC, and WBO belt, in a co-feature event on the card. Full Story

Natasha Jonas is open to a rematch with Mikaela Mayer January 29, 2024 Photo credits: vcfox

(JAN 29) On Saturday, January 22nd, in Liverpool, England, Natasha Jonas maintained the welterweight strap by defeating Mikaela Mayer via split decision; but the former super-featherweight champ Mayer believes her performance warrants a rematch...Full Story

Gabriela Fundora Wins by TKO over Christina Cruz

(JAN 28) Last night at the Footprint Center, Phoenix, Arizona, Gabriela "Sweet Poison" Fundora, 111½, of Coachella, California, successfully defended her IBF Flyweight world title when she  won by a tenth round TKO over Christina Cruz, 111¼, of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Fundora won the IBF Flyweight world title over Arely Mucino last year on October 21, 2023, when she defeated..Full Fight Results

The Promise of Women's Boxing-A Momentous New Era for the Sweet Science by Malissa Smith Foreword by Claressa Shields January 28, 2024

(JAN 28, 2024) A timely exploration of modern women’s boxing, from its first inclusion in the 2012 Olympics to today, featuring such trailblazers as Katie Taylor, Amanda Serrano, Claressa Shields, and more.  On April 30th, 2022, the first boxing super-fight of the era, headlined by two women and fought at Madison Square Garden, lived up to its hype and then some. The two contestants fought the battle of their lives in front of a sold-out crowd...Full Story

Peach Boxing Lethal Ladies return to the ring in February by Benjamin Watt January 28, 2024

(JAN 28, 2024) Isaac and Alina Peach boxers, Commonwealth games representative Erin Walsh and stablemate Emma Nesbitt will be making their professional boxing return on February 23rd at ABA Stadium.   Peach Boxing has now been acknowledged as the best boxing gym in New Zealand today, with Isaac and Alina Peach training world-class athletes, including IBO World super bantamweight champion Mea Motu...Full Story

Mary Spencer in Action Tonight in Montreal-- streamed live on ESPN+ at 7 PM ET Source:  PR photo: vcfox January 25, 2024

(JAN 25, 2024) NEW YORK - Tune in tonight:   Spencer Takes on Sonya Dreiling at Montreal Casino and Live on ESPN+!  Nplit-T Management former world title challenger Mary Spencer will be back in action when she takes on Sonya Dreiling in an eight-round junior middleweight bout at Montreal Casino in Montreal, Canada.Spencer, who is managed by Brian Cohen of Split-T Management has a record 7-2 with five knockouts.  Full Story

An Amazing Journey to Visit Female Trailblazer Margaret McGregor and Boxing Writer Oliver Fennell from Wales! by Sue TL Fox January 24, 2024

(JAN 24, 2024) I took an amazing journey to Bremerton, Washington yesterday and met up with Oliver Fennell, a writer/editor from Wales, and spending time with Oliver and Trailblazer Pioneer female boxer Margaret McGregor, who fought in 1999, in Seattle, Washington where she fought a male boxer on a huge card, that drew International Media from all over the world.  Full Story

Split-T Management signs Undefeated Bantamweight Contender Joanna Wonyou Source:  Press Release Photo credit:  vcfox January 23, 2024

(JAN 23, 2024) Split-T Management is pleased to announce the signing of undefeated bantamweight contender Johanna "Wonder" Wonyou.  Wonyou will be co-managed by boxing's premier manager for female fighters Brian Cohen and Block One Sports.  "Johanna is a terrific young fighter who has a ton of talent and is a major player in the bantamweight division. In her last bout she dominated an undefeated fighter in her opponent's hometown. She has been the most avoided fighter in the division...Full Story

The International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame Announces the Date, Venue, and Details of the upcoming 2025 Two-Day Event!

(JAN 19, 2024) LAS VEGAS, NEVADA -- This week the International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame [IWBHF] "Night of the Stars II" is announcing our date, venue, and summary details of our next event!  Mark your calendars for our two-day event! Our next IWBHF Induction Ceremony event is a Two-Day event that will take place on  Friday, April 4th and Saturday, April  5th, 2025 that will take place in our homebase at the Orleans Hotel & Casino, in Las Vegas, Nevada.  Full Story

Press Conference Notes: Natasha Jonas and Mikaela Mayer Ready for World Title Showdown Source: ESPN+press release January 19, 2024

(JAN 19, 2024) LIVERPOOL, England (Jan. 18, 2024) — Two-division world champion Natasha Jonas (14-2-1, 9 KOs) will defend her IBF welterweight world title against former unified junior lightweight world champion Mikaela Mayer (19-1, 5 KOs) this Saturday, Jan. 20 at M&S Bank Arena in...Full Story

Two Female bouts on card in Copenhagen, Denmark on Saturday Night January 15, 2024

(JAN 15) On Saturday night at the Royal Arena, in  Copenhagen, Denmark,  Snezana Siljkovic, 112¼, of Belgrade, Serbia, won a four-round split decision over Emma Kirstein Jensen, 110¾, of Copenhagen. In a second female bout, Elizabeth Oshoba, 125¼, of Nigeria...Full Fight Results

A Tadbit of History of the Amateur Female Boxers in the 1970's ( January 12, 2024 Copyrighted photo:

Boxing in Spokane has a long history in Women’s Boxing and More! By Chauncy Welliver January 11, 2024

(JAN 11, 2024) Boxing in Spokane has a long history that many people don't know about. Women's boxing in Spokane has an even bigger history. Women's boxing in general wasn't a huge sport until Christy Martin stole the show from Mike Tyson on his title..Full Story.

Latest Update on Shelly (Shelito) Vincent on the Boxer's Profile Segment! Photo Credit: Courtesy January 10, 2024

(JAN 10, 2024)  This week WBAN caught up with Shelito Vincent, and updated her already fantastic background in the sport of women's boxing. She was inducted into the Connecticut Boxing Hall of Fame, She owns and operates Shelito’s Way Boxing out of Providence, Rhode Island; In 2023, she hosted...and more!  Full Story

Chevelle “Fist of Steel” Hallback Returns March 2nd to fight for NBA World Title Belt Photo Credit: Damon Gonzalez/NBA President January 7, 2024

(JAN 7, 2024) WBAN is excited to announce that former world champion Chevelle "Fist of Steel" Hallback, 33-9-2 (13KO), returns to the ring on Saturday, March 2nd to fight for the NBA World Welterweight Title belt. The fight is scheduled to take place at the Downtown Hilton Hotel in Tampa, Florida, and will be presented by the Legendary Alessi Promotions and sanctioned by the Florida Athletic Commission.   Her opponent is TBD and will be announced soon.  Full Story

Stacy Prestage Named an Inductee for Florida Boxing Hall of Fame by Ron Scarfone Photo Credits: Nate Wren January 7, 2024

(JAN 7, 2024) Stacy Prestage was named an inductee into the Class of 2024 for the Florida Boxing Hall of Fame (FBHOF). All the inductees for the Class of 2024 were announced at the SJC Boxing Gym in Fort Myers, Florida. FBHOF President Steven J. Canton is the owner of the SJC Gym which also has the FBHOF Museum. Canton was inducted into the inaugural class of the FBHOF in 2009 as a trainer and manager. Full Story

Jennifer Miranda to Fight Iara Altamirano in  Madrid, Spain January 5, 2024

(JAN 5, 2024) On Saturday night, January 7th, Jennifer Miranda, of Madrid, Spain, will be facing Lara Altamirano in a ten round bout for WBA Interim World Featherweight title.  Miranda, is undefeated with a 9-0-0 (1KO) record.  Altamirano is also undefeated with a 9-0-1 (0KO) boxing record, from Buenos Aires, Argentina. 

New Zealand Boxing Awards 2023 by Benjamin Watt January 4, 2024

(JAN 4, 2024) Since the tradition began in 2019, Benjamin Thomas Watt created his own recognition awards for the boxing community. This year, Benji returned the voting portion of the awards as it became too difficult to choose boxer of the year as we can have a four-way tie between Joseph Parker, Jerome Pampellone, Mea Motu and Lani Daniels.  Full Story

Day 8 of the 2023 Olympic Trials that took place in Louisiana by Blanca Gutierrez January 1, 2024 Photo: Generic

(JAN 1, 2024) On December 2nd through 9th, 2023 the 2023 Olympic Trials took place at the Cajun Dome & Convention Center, Lafayette, Louisiana.  On December 8th, 2023 of Ring 2 was flawed. There was a timing error which would cause the RE-DO of four the contested bouts. In Ring 2 the timer was set at 2-minute rounds instead of 3-minute rounds which is standard bout time for Youth and Elite boxers.  Full Story