The first female world title-fight to be held in the Middle East will take place in Abu Dhabi on November 5 Source: Press Release September 30, 2022

(SEPT 30) The first female world title-fight to be held in the Middle East will take place in Abu Dhabi on November 5, with American Jessica McCaskill taking on Great Britain’s Chantelle Cameron at Etihad Arena on Yas Island for the Undisputed Super-Lightweight World title.  McCaskill, the reigning Undisputed Welterweight champion, will square off against WBC/IBF Light-Welterweight titlist Cameron after McCaskill dropped down...Full Story

IBA statement on situation with Ukrainian athletes at EUBC Junior Championships in Montesilvano Source: IBA Press release September 30, 2022

(SEPT 30) According to the decision of the Board of Directors of September 23, made in compliance with the IBA Constitution and Regulations, the membership of the Ukrainian Boxing Federation has been suspended. Based on IBA Constitution, the suspension means that a National Federation shall lapse its rights during a period of suspension. However, IBA reiterates that the decision will not affect the boxers of Ukraine.  Full Story

Undefeated Super Welterweight Mary Spencer Knocking on the Door of Title Shot Source:  PR September 26, 2022

(SEPT 26) NEW YORK - Undefeated Canadian Junior Middleweight Mary Spencer (7-0, 5 KO) is on the fast track for a World Title. Since turning professional 13 months ago under the Eye of the Tiger promotional banner, Spencer has already fought 7 times with more activity anticipated later in the year...Full Story

Amanda "The Real Deal" Serrano Wins by a Decision over Sarah Mahfoud September 26, 2022

(SEPT 26) On Saturday night, September 24th, at the Manchester Arena, in Machester, Amanda "The Real Deal" Serrano, now 43-2-1 (30KO), won a ten-rounder over Sarah Mahfoud, who lost her first pro fight and now 11-1-0  (3KO). The two were fighting for the WBO, IBF, WBC, and IBO Featherweight titles.

We are on the Final Countdown to celebrate our International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame Event in Las Vegas on October 22nd! September 25, 2022

(SEPT 25) LAS  VEGAS -  We are on the final countdown before the International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame takes place on Saturday, October 22, 2022, at the Orleans Hotel & Casino, in Las Vegas, Nevada.  It just seems like we celebrated our 2020-2021 IWBHF in Las Vegas, Nevada last August 14th.  That was a history-making event when the City of Las Vegas, made our event "Women's Boxing Day", with a proclamation from the Mayor of Las Vegas. 

IBA Board selects Secretary General, launches BIIU rules and appoints Strategy Committee Source:  IBA News September 24, 2022

(SEPT 24) George A. Yerolimpos became a new IBA Secretary General following the selection process and decision of the IBA Board of Directors (BoD) at its meeting in Yerevan today. The appointment is effective immediately. Full Story

UPDATE:  Just FOUR weeks away we celebrate our International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame Event in Las Vegas!

(SEPT 22) LAS  VEGAS -  It is so exciting for WBAN and The International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame that our event is just FOUR weeks away.  It just seems like we celebrated our 2020-2021 IWBHF...

“There is no peace without solidarity" by Op Ed by IOC Thomas Bach Source/press release September 22, 2022

(SEPT 22) The theme of this year’s International Day of Peace: “End Racism. Build Peace.” carries with it particular resonance for the IOC and the Olympic Movement.  The fundamental idea behind the Olympic Games is to unite the entire world in peaceful competition. Peace is at the very heart of this mission. Full Story

Quick Results: Two Female Bouts on Card at the Chase Fieldhouse, in Wilmington Photo Credits: Ringside: Rick Scharmber September 19, 2022

(SEPT 19) On Saturday night at the Chase Fieldhouse, Wilmington, Delaware,  In a scheduled six rounder, Jessica Camara won by a first round KO over Maria Vega where she was dropped with a hard with a well-timed left hook just 20 seconds into the first found. The bout was stopped as Vega made her way to her feet. Full Story

Malissa Smith:  Latest Update on the International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame

(SEPT 16) We have just updated our IWBHF website with the biography of one of our board members, Malissa Smith who is a huge asset to our organization.  She will again this year be a major part in our upcoming event that takes place on October 22nd, in Las Vegas Nevada.. Biography:  Malissa Smith

Michelle Preston wins WBA International title by Benjamin Watt September 13, 2022

(SEPT 13) In just three fights after coming out of retirement, UK Born New Zealander Michelle Preston wins the WBA Oceania and WBA International titles on September 9, 2022.  Preston returned to boxing in May 2022 when she defeated multiple-time New Zealand amateur national champion Holly McMath by a split decision. Last month she took on New Zealand-born Australian Nicila Costello for the WBA Oceania title, winning by Unanimous decision. Now in her third fight, she took on Thailand boxer Phannaluk Kongsang.  Full Story

USA Boxing’s trio of World champions Targeting 2024 Paris Olympics Source:  USA Boxing September 13, 2022

(SEPT 13) COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. -- USA Boxing’s reigning World champions – Maryland featherweight Jahmal Harvey, Massachusetts lightweight Rashida Ellis and Nevada light heavyweight Rahim Gonzales – have all decided, albeit for different reasons, to remain elite Olympic-style amateur boxers rather than join the professional ranks. Full Story

Two Female Bouts on Card September 17, 2022 Source:  PR September 12, 2022

Wilmington, DE- Dee Lee Promotions, LLC in association with Family Legacy Finest and Matchmaker, Nick Tiberi, return to the Delaware boxing scene with an International Boxing card on Saturday, September 17, 2022 at The Chase Fieldhouse, 401 Garasches Lane, Wilmington, DE 19801. This exciting fight night is highlighted by TWO American Boxing Federation..Full Story

Yokasta Valle Made a Historic Statement by Winning by Decision in Costa Rica Source:  Golden Boy Promotions Press Release:  Ronny Yax September 9, 2022

(SEPT 9) SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA - Keeping her promise to the people of Costa Rica that both the IBF and WBO Minimumweight Female World Titles were to stay in the country, Yokasta “Yoka” Valle (26-2, 9 KOs) made a historic statement by winning via unanimous decision against now former WBO Minimumweight World Champion Thi Thu Nhi Nguyen (5-1, 1 KOs) of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in a 10-round World Championship match. Full Story

BOXXER Statement about postponing September 10th All Female Card at the 02 Arena Source:  Press Release /Boxxer September 9, 2022

(SEPT 9) As a mark of respect following the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the British Boxing Board of Control has made the decision to postpone Saturday’s event, BOXXER: Legacy – Shields vs Marshall.  Our sincere thoughts are with His Majesty King Charles III and the Royal Family during this profoundly somber time.  Full Story

Flyweight World Champion Marlen Esparza Re-Signs with Golden Boy Promotions Source:  Press Release September 8, 2022

(SEPT 8) LOS ANGELES, CA  – Flyweight World Champion Marlen Esparza (13-1, 1 KO), a Texas-born former Olympian, has re-signed a multi-year, multi-fight promotional deal with Golden Boy Promotions. Esparza was Golden Boy's first ever female boxer signed to the company in 2016, and she launched her professional career under its banner in 2017 to ultimately become the WBC, WBA, and Ring Magazine Female...Full Story

All-Female Boxing Card at the London's 02 Arena in London:  Open Workout Source:  ESPN Press Release September 8, 2022

(SEPT 8) LONDON  — The bad blood hit the seas Wednesday afternoon.  The open workout for Saturday's all-female card at London's O2 Arena (ESPN+, 2:30 p.m. ET/11:30 a.m. PT) was conducted on a boat that was sailing along The River Thames. The top of the bill sees middleweight champions and one-time amateur adversaries Savannah Marshall (12-0, 10 KOs) and Claressa Shields (12-0, 2 KOs) battle for the undisputed title.  Full Story

Fight Week Schedule for the Valle vs. Nguyen Upcoming fight on September 8th Source:  PR September 6, 2022

(SEPT 6)  Golden Boy Fight Night on DAZN: Valle vs. Nguyen is presented by Golden Boy in association with Marvnation. The 10-round minimumweight event is sponsored by “BetOnline – Your Online Sportsbook Experts.” The fight will take place on Thursday, September 8 at Ciudad Deportiva Heiner Ugalde...Full Story

Natasha Jonas Wins WBC and WBO World Super Welterweight titles! September 6, 2022

 (SEPT 6) On Saturday night, on September 3, 2022, at the Echo Arena, Liverpool, England, Natasha Jonas, 149¼, of Liverpool, won a ten round unanimous decision over Patricia Berghult, 149¼, from Malmo, Sweden. The final judges scores were 91-99, 90-100, and 90-100.  She is now 12-2-1..More fight results in September

Women Outside the Ring: Lita Kaufman USA Martial Arts Hall of Famer and more! by Sue TL Fox September 3, 2022 Photo credit: Mary Ann Owen

(SEPT 3)  Meet Lita Kaufman:  She is one of many women in the sport that has and continues to contribute significantly in not boxing but more.  Lita is a graduate of Roy Engelbrecht’s Fight Promoter University where she was able to learn the intricacies of Combat Sports Promotions from A-Z and everything in between. Full Story

Kim Clavel to fight Jessica Nery Plata on December 1st! Source:  Press Release September 3, 2022

(SEPT 3) MONTREAL, Quebec, Canada — Groupe Yvon Michel (GYM) has announced IRRESISTIBLE II as undefeated World Boxing Council (WBC) champion Kim Clavel (16-0, 3 KOs) and World Boxing Association (WBA) title-holder Jessica Nery Plata (28-2, 3 KOs) will square-off on December 1st in a World Light Flyweight Unification showdown at Place Bell Laval ...Full Story

Marlen Esparza named WBAN's September 2022 Fighter of the month September 2, 2022

(SEPT 2)--Marlen Esparza is moving right along...she has been not only named WBAN's January 2022 fighter of the month but also September 2022 Fighter of the month.  She was not only highly successful in the amateurs and fighting in the Olympics, but continues to show a real force in the Professional boxing ring!