Archives Tag: IBF
Bash Ali Assures Nigerians That He Is Fit
April 19, 2022
On Wednesday, 20th March, Bash Ali announced a possible Guinness Book of World Record fight for the last Saturday of June, 2019. The IBF Cruiserweight champion will be taking on a yet-to-be-decided contender, in a bid to make history as the oldest boxer to fight to retain a world title. Ali revealed this in an exclusive … Continue reading Bash Ali Assures Nigerians That He Is Fit
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Bash Aliâs Return To Boxing: Yay Or Nay?
April 19, 2022
Former IBF Cruiserweight champion, Bash Ali, has planned an imminent comeback to the world of boxing with a Guinness Book of World record worthy title fight tentatively fixed for the Saturday, 29th June 2019. Ali has been away from active boxing for 12 years. However, the boxer has since been working on a plan to … Continue reading Bash Aliâs Return To Boxing: Yay Or Nay?
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Nigerians In Sports: Larry Ekundayo Retains IBF Title
April 19, 2022
Larry Ekundayo (15-1-KO3), has successfully retained his International Boxing Federation European Welterweight title, against an unbeaten challenger Louis Greene (9-1-KO5), at the York Hall, London, on Friday. The Nigerian-born fighter âThe Naturalâ, won the bout comprehensively on points 100-89, 98-91, 99-90. Speaking to the media after the fight, Ekundayo thanked his fans for their support, and for … Continue reading Nigerians In Sports: Larry Ekundayo Retains IBF Title
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Joshua May Face Fury Soon As WBC Sanctions Wilder-Fury Rematch
April 19, 2022
Since they thrilled the boxing heavyweight world with their memorable fight on December 1, 2018, boxing fans around the world have been itching for a rematch between heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury. Wilder, who currently holds the World Boxing Council (WBC) title, sent Fury hitting the canvas twice in the 12-round encounter. However, … Continue reading Joshua May Face Fury Soon As WBC Sanctions Wilder-Fury Rematch
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Whatâs Next For Joshua After Wilder & Fury Draw?
April 19, 2022
The boxing world witnessed a phenomenal battle on Saturday â one that will go down in history as one of the biggest comebacks in heavyweight boxing. For most the final results should have been different â Tyson Fury clearly was the better boxer of the bout. However, the judges didnât feel the same way as … Continue reading Whatâs Next For Joshua After Wilder & Fury Draw?
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Joshuaâs Undisputed Bout May Happen In 2019
April 19, 2022
December 1st is only eight days away, and we look forward to who will emerge the World Boxing Council (WBC) champion. Deontay Wilder, who currently holds the WBC title, will stake his belt when he faces boxing returnee Tyson Fury in a promising bout. Boxing analysts and experts have favored Wilder to retain his belt … Continue reading Joshuaâs Undisputed Bout May Happen In 2019
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WBC Rules In Favor Of Joshua Vs Wilder-Fury Winner
April 19, 2022
A potential mega-bout between Anthony Joshua and the winner of Deontay Wilder and Tyson Furyâs clash on December is the topic on everyoneâs lips in world boxing. However, without a sanction by the WBC (World Boxing Council), the title-fight would never happen and, essentially, the winner cannot take the WBC title. Joshua currently holds the … Continue reading WBC Rules In Favor Of Joshua Vs Wilder-Fury Winner
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Why Tyson Fury And Deontay Wilder Want To Fight Anthony Joshua
April 19, 2022
Anthony Joshua is currently the biggest scrapper in World boxing, and everyone, including the little guys in the sport, want a shot at him. Since wishes are not horses, only two guys –Â Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury –Â stand a chance of meeting the unified world heavyweight champion in a ring anytime soon. Joshua holds the … Continue reading Why Tyson Fury And Deontay Wilder Want To Fight Anthony Joshua
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âAnthony Joshuaâs Next Fight Will Be Against A WBO Challengerâ – Hearn
April 19, 2022
Just as many have speculated, Anthony Joshuaâs next fight may be against a WBO mandatory challenger. In an interview with Sky Sports, Matchroom promoter, Eddie Hearn, says he believes that Dillian Whyte could be Joshuaâs next mandatory challenger. Although Whyte has not been officially acknowledged by the WBO for a title defense bout against Joshua, … Continue reading âAnthony Joshuaâs Next Fight Will Be Against A WBO Challengerâ – Hearn
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âItâs Time To Put On A Performanceâ – Anthony Joshua
April 19, 2022
World Boxing Association, International Boxing Federation and World Boxing Organisation heavyweight champion, Anthony Joshua, is very ecstatic to be back at Wembley stadium to defend his title belts in front of a home crowd against Russiaâs Alexander Povetkin on Saturday. Joshua described the feeling of being back where he had his first monumental victory against … Continue reading âItâs Time To Put On A Performanceâ – Anthony Joshua
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Golden Moments In Sports: Rio 2016 Olympics – DâTigers Defeated Croatia
April 19, 2022
Who would have thought Africaâs Champions would pull a tournament upset and defeat Croatia to win their first match of the Rio 2016 Olympics, but they did âmore-so in grand style. Surprise The Croatians had won two of their previous three games, and to the rest of the world it was only natural that the … Continue reading Golden Moments In Sports: Rio 2016 Olympics – DâTigers Defeated Croatia
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“My Mind Is On Povetkin” – Joshua
April 19, 2022
Unified heavyweight champion, Anthony Joshua maintains an assured demeanor as his fight with mandatory challenger Alexander Povetkin draws close. Joshua will stake his WBA Super, IBF, WBO and IBO belts against Russian strongman, Povetkin on September 22nd. In the face of potential mega-bouts against his heavyweight rivals – Deontay Wilder and fellow Briton, Tyson Fury … Continue reading “My Mind Is On Povetkin” – Joshua
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