The Middle East Professional Boxing (MEPB) held a two-day Professional Cutman Certification Course on October 4-5.The event took place at the Donatello Hotel in Dubai to boost regional boxing standards.MEPB organised the course to improve safety, quality, and professionalism in Middle Eastern boxing. Experts Lead Intensive Training Renowned cutman Denis Kolesnik (Cutman 227) led the hands-on training sessions.Neil Scott from NAS Medical/Ringside Medics flew from the UK to provide advanced medical guidance.Scott serves as MEPB medical advisor and Chief Medical Officer for major events like Riyadh Season Boxing.The curriculum included cornerman protocols, professional hand wrapping, and advanced management of facial…
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British Olympic silver medallist Ben Whittaker signed a long-term promotional deal with Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing.The 28-year-old secured light-heavyweight silver at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics before turning professional in 2022.He remains unbeaten with a 9-0-1 record, earning six of his wins by stoppage.Whittaker said the timing of the deal perfectly matched his career ambitions and development.“I’m at the right stage to choose the best platform and pursue the right fights,” he said. Hearn Predicts Global Stardom for Whittaker Eddie Hearn praised Whittaker as a rare and exceptional fighter destined for worldwide success.He called the boxer a “generational talent” and predicted…
Cecilia Braekhus ended her storied career by defeating Ema Kozin through a unanimous decision in Lillestrom.Judges scored the bout 98-92, 97-93, and 96-94, giving Braekhus the unified WBC and WBO super-welterweight titles.The 44-year-old Norwegian icon dominated throughout and announced her retirement after the victory.Her professional journey began in 2007 when boxing remained banned in Norway.Braekhus later helped lift that ban by defending her undisputed title in Oslo in 2016.She became the first woman in the four-belt era to hold all world titles after defeating Ivana Habazin in 2014. A Record-Breaking Legacy in the Ring Braekhus built a 36-fight winning streak…
Eddie Hearn warns he will challenge Dana White and Zuffa Boxing without compromise.He claims he refuses to let new entrants dominate boxing through hype or shortcuts.Hearn emphasizes that boxing credibility comes from connections, trust, and consistent achievement over time. Hearn Criticizes Zuffa Titles and Claims Hearn dismisses Zuffa’s belts as lacking historical weight compared to WBC, WBA, IBF, and WBO titles.He questions White’s claim of promoting two of boxing’s biggest events, citing exhibition flaws in Mayweather vs. McGregor.Hearn asserts White used Canelo vs. Crawford mainly to benefit external investors, not the sport itself. Dana White’s Strategy to Centralize Boxing White…
Vasyl Lomachenko built a 396-1 amateur record, winning Olympic Gold in Beijing 2008 and London 2012.He later turned professional, capturing two world titles and defeating Albert Selimov, his lone amateur conqueror.Selimov, born in Russia but fighting out of Azerbaijan, carried a 111-20 record with two Olympic defeats. Papp and Stevenson’s Unmatched Olympic Legacies Hungary’s Laszlo Papp won Gold at the 1948, 1952, and 1956 Games with a 301-12 amateur record.He remained undefeated professionally at 27-0-2 but never received approval to fight in the United States.Promoter Lou Lucchese revealed the FBI blocked attempts to bring Papp to America for professional bouts.Cuba’s…
The World Boxing Council criticized Zuffa Boxing’s plan to create independent belts and weight divisions.Dana White announced Zuffa Boxing will recognize only its champions, ignoring existing titles and rankings.WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman described White’s approach as discrediting decades of regulated boxing authority. Boxing Governance vs. Zuffa’s Vision Sulaiman emphasized the Muhammad Ali Act protects boxers in the U.S., enforcing strict federal oversight on promoters.He stressed boxing managers safeguard fighters’ interests and prevent abuse, ensuring athletes maintain dignity and fair treatment.Sulaiman framed boxing as an open competitive market, contrasting it with White’s closed, UFC-style league model. Zuffa Boxing Gains Momentum Dana…
Julio Cesar Chavez, Mexico’s legendary boxer, underwent surgery at Los Angeles Hospital in Culiacan, Sinaloa, last Sunday.Doctors discovered a stone in his left ureter, causing persistent pain, and decided to remove it.Chavez entered the operating room optimistically, assuring fans he planned to remain strong and healthy. Surgery Details and Recovery Urologist Ivan Aguilar led the procedure, assisted by Drs. Juan Carlos and Sergio Sandoval, Chavez’s longtime physician.The doctors removed an infected kidney stone, preventing further complications, and confirmed Chavez recovered safely.After surgery, Chavez thanked the medical team and expressed deep gratitude for saving his life. Returning to Life and Boxing…
UFC president Dana White announced that Zuffa Boxing will create its own titles, separate from traditional boxing belts.White aims to revolutionize boxing the same way UFC transformed mixed martial arts.He hinted the new championships could feature in the upcoming Riyadh Season entertainment event in Saudi Arabia. Paramount Deal Boosts U.S. Presence Zuffa Boxing signed an exclusive media rights agreement with Paramount starting in 2026.The deal schedules 12 annual events on Paramount+ and select fights on CBS.Paramount’s support allows Zuffa Boxing to expand production, promotion, and marketing to reach casual and hardcore fans.The partnership positions Zuffa Boxing as a major competitor…
The Russian Boxing Federation confirmed that world champion Irina Sinetskaya died on Sunday at age 46. Sinetskaya won three world titles, five European titles, and eleven Russian championships. She also earned silver and bronze medals at other World Championships and claimed silver at the Continental Championship. The Federation described her as the most decorated athlete in women’s boxing and offered condolences to her family and friends. Trailblazer in Women’s Boxing Sinetskaya earned the Honoured Master of Sports title for her outstanding achievements. She competed in the first Women’s European Cup in 1999, helping pioneer female boxing. She primarily fought as…
Deontay Wilder’s former trainer Malik Scott urged Wayne Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo to fight in the boxing ring. Scott claimed the clash would become a global spectacle, attracting massive attention to celebrity boxing. He said both men carry iconic names that guarantee worldwide interest and enormous viewing numbers. From Football Rivals to Boxing Speculation Rooney retired from football and now works as a pundit, while Ronaldo plays for Saudi side Al-Nassr. Both men share a passion for combat sports, often preferring to watch fights over football. Celebrity bouts continue to rise in popularity, and Scott believes this match could eclipse…