On August 16, Riyadh will play host to a high-stakes showdown between two undefeated warriors who only know one direction—forward. WBA featherweight world champion Nick Ball (22-0-1, 13 KOs) of Liverpool puts his belt on the line against Australia’s Sam Goodman (20-0, 8 KOs) in a battle that’s expected to …
Read More »British Precision Meets Romanian Grit in Birmingham Showdown – World Boxing Association
On June 21, the Resorts World Arena in Birmingham will host a pivotal clash that could shake up the super bantamweight division. Local favorite Peter McGrail (11-1, 6 KOs), a former Olympian and pure technician, takes on Romania’s battle-tested Ionut “Il Capo” Baluta (17-5-1, 3 KOs) with the WBA International …
Read More »WBA Europe Convention to Feature 11-Fight Card in Madrid Showstopper – World Boxing Association
The first-ever European Convention of the World Boxing Association is set to close with a bang, delivering a thrilling night of fights on July 17 at Madrid’s Teatro Las Vegas. The event, promoted by The Boxer Club, will feature 11 action-packed bouts, including regional title fights, pro showcases, and Olympic-style …
Read More »Gilberto Jesús Mendoza Honors Shakira and Her Father with WBA Tribute – World Boxing Association
World Boxing Association (WBA) President Gilberto Jesús Mendoza paid tribute to international superstar Shakira and her father, William Mebarak, recognizing both a stellar music career and the unwavering support of a devoted parent. A passionate admirer of powerful life stories, Mendoza highlighted the pivotal role Mebarak played in his daughter’s …
Read More »WBA Future Champions Returns to Venezuela at the Yesterday Center – World Boxing Association
The World Boxing Association’s acclaimed development program, WBA Future Champions, is back in Venezuela. This Saturday, June 21, the Yesterday Recreational Center in Turmero will host the ninth edition of the series, featuring a stacked card of ten professional bouts designed to showcase the next generation of boxing talent. Since …
Read More »Heavy going for big Wembley night
A strong heavyweight theme is emerging for the blockbuster Wembley Stadium night on Saturday July 19 when Daniel Dubois will attempt to topple Oleksandr Usyk and become undisputed world champion. On what will be a historic night whichever way it goes – it is the first time an undisputed heavyweight …
Read More »A Clash of Styles for the NABA Gold Strap – World Boxing Association
On June 21, boxing returns with a vengeance to Johnstown, Pennsylvania, as the “Rumble by the River” lights up the town. In the main event, hometown favorite Tre’Sean “Trigger” Wiggins will square off against the battle-tested Dakota Linger for the WBA NABA Gold welterweight title. Wiggins (16-5-3, 9 KOs), a …
Read More »Panama Gears Up for Another Exciting Edition of WBA Future – World Boxing Association
The Atheyna Bylon Gym in Curundú, Panama City, is getting ready to echo once again with the sounds of gloves hitting mitts, the cheers of proud families, and the ambitions of a new generation of boxers. This weekend, the Panamanian capital will play host to another edition of WBA Future, …
Read More »WBA Gold Title Still Up for Grabs – World Boxing Association
Ten rounds. Two styles. No winner. That was the story in Novara, Italy, as Martina Bernile and South Korea’s Hye Soo Park fought to a draw in their bout for the vacant WBA Gold flyweight title. And so, the belt remains without a champion—for now. From the opening bell, it …
Read More »Cristina Navarro Scores 58-Second Knockout to Claim WBA Ibero-American Title – World Boxing Association
There was no feeling-out process. No time for doubts, adjustments, or negotiations. Cristina “La Piccolina” Navarro stepped into the ring at the Pabellón Siglo XXI in Zaragoza with one thing on her mind: get it done—and fast. And fast it was. Just 58 seconds into the opening round, the hometown …
Read More »Nonito Donaire is the new WBA Interim Champion – World Boxing Association
It was a night of high drama and unexpected turns as the KO to Drugs Festival came to a close inside Casino Buenos Aires, wrapping up the WBA Fedelatin Convention in style. In the main event, Filipino boxing legend Nonito Donaire captured the WBA Interim Bantamweight World Title with a …
Read More »The Riyadh Return
Queensberry fighters take starring roles when boxing returns to the forefront of Riyadh Season in Saudi Arabia on Saturday August 16. Top of the bill is a tasty heavyweight showdown between the 20-year-old Moses Itauma, tipped to be the future of the division, taking on former world title challenger Dillian …
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