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Povetkin's left uppercut knocked out Whyte in August, a surprising upset that put up a roadblock in Whyte's pursuit for British rival and unified world titleholder Anthony Joshua. Beyond all of that, this fight is sure to produce a Knockout of the Year candidate as both men have explosive power. Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua. As boxing doesn’t have a regular governing body or organised structure, new fights for the schedule get announced all the time. Dubai, Caesars Palace Dubai, United Arab Emirates 5. Can anyone at super middleweight beat Canelo Alvarez? This year, specifically, COVID-19 put a halt to a number of bouts that were scheduled in 2020 including a clash of top junior welterweights Regis Prograis and Maurice Hooker, as well as lightweights Ryan Garcia and Luke Campbell. 3. One of my favorite bouts on the early schedule, a true 50/50 contest. Herring is the champion, but he's coming off a DQ win over Jonathan Oquendo in September, in a fight in which some questioned his heart. The best boxing fights of early 2021: 'Chocolatito' Gonzalez-Estrada rematch right on top 79d Cameron Wolfe Real or Not: 'Boots' Ennis deserves a title shot, Fury-Joshua will get done This won't be a very competitive fight, but anytime Alvarez fights it is an event worthy of our attention. Andrade and Charloe are undefeated and in the prime of their careers with the potential to become the king of the middleweight division. Claressa Shields’ promoter Dmitry Salita says a potential showdown with Savannah Marshall could be a defining moment in women’s boxing and says the fight has room to get even bigger. Shields should be the favorite over Eve-Dicaire, but the most important thing to keep an eye on is the pay-per-view itself -- an all-female card that represents a major push toward supporting women's boxing. Bet now & enjoy the best boxing odds & live match bets. Whyte will again be the favorite, but both fighters have one-punch knockout power in a rematch where you can't afford to look away at any time. WBC, Ring magazine and lineal heavyweight king Fury will meet IBF, WBA and WBO ruler Joshua to unify the belts for the first time since Lennox Lewis reigned back in November 1999. Boxing schedule 2021: All major upcoming fights, dates and results including Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury, Mike Tyson, Derek Chisora vs Joseph Parker and Canelo Alvarez vs … And don't forget his KO victory over Bernard Hopkins in 2016, either. Many of these fights in 2021 are upsetting the UFC's expectation for these fighters. Davis is coming off a win over Leo Santa Cruz, in which he produced what could potentially be the Knockout of the Year. Ranking the returns of boxing's old guard. 9. Basically fighters that bring a lot of attention to the sport or have the potential to bring a large fan base. Miguel Berchelt vs. Oscar Valdez for Berchelt's WBC junior lightweight title. Boxing: While Tim Tszyu isn't looking past Dennis Hogan, his team is already lobbying to host a potential world title fight at Suncorp Stadium. (1:16). Not only would it be a monumental bout with the winner becoming the official king of the Heavyweight division, but it would also be a very exciting bout as both men have proven to be able to outbox their opponent using their boxing IQ as well as closing the show with a spectacular knockout. This will be a memorable all-Mexican battle. Smith will be the favorite, but Vlasov hasn't been stopped in 45 pro fights. As Haney holds the one world title in the Lightweight division and Lopez doesn’t, Lopez-Davis is a more exciting fight. Shields is the face of women's boxing, and in this fight she's attempting to become the first boxer to become undisputed in two different weight classes (she is also the undisputed middleweight champion). 1, Real or Not: Fury-Joshua in consecutive fights? Both men are at their peaks with Crawford on an eight-fight knockout streak with his latest KO win coming against former IBF Welterweight champion Kell Brook and five of Spence’s last six wins each coming against former world champions including the aforementioned Kell Brook, Lamont Peterson, Mikey Garcia, Shawn Porter and Danny Garcia. Canelo Alvarez takes on his toughest challenge - ESPN's 'You Have to Answer'. A trilogy for Estrada and a tough test for Ortiz, Fury, Joshua sign two-fight deal to unify titles, Real or not: Anthony Joshua-Tyson Fury will crown a new heavyweight icon, Marvelous Marvin Hagler won boxing's greatest prize -- by walking away, The boxing world reacts to the death of Marvelous Marvin Hagler. Junior Fa, heavyweight bout, Feb. 27 on DAZN; Josh Warrington vs. Mauricio Lara, featherweight bout, Feb. 13 on DAZN. Could we see Shields-McCaskill? Ortiz will be the favorite and he will have an opportunity to get closer to a title fight, while Hooker, a former 140-pound world titlist, needs a win to revive his once-promising career. Apr 16, 2021. UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou won’t count out boxing after reaching the top of the mountain at … Fury reveals how Saunders will give Canelo a ‘boxing lesson’ in May 8 fight Francis Ngannou Ngannou had six fights, with only one loss, before he signed for the UFC in 2015. April 13, 2021. 2021 looks very promising in terms of exciting boxing fights, GamblersPick takes a look at what's waiting for us next year. Vergil Ortiz showed he's a player at 147, but is he ready for Terence Crawford? Garcia accepted the perceived tougher challenge and chose to face Campbell at the start of 2021 – a sizeable step up in class from his level of competition faced before this point. Diaz will be the favorite, but this should be a competitive bout with a strong junior middleweight title bout between Patrick Teixera and Brian Castano to support it on the undercard. Just missed: Artur Beterbiev vs. Adam Deines, 12 rounds, for Beterbiev's WBC and IBF light heavyweight titles, March 20 on ESPN platforms; Joseph Parker vs. Two men who genuinely do not like each other stepping in the ring to settle the score once and for all. Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Maurice Hooker, welterweights. If Valdez brings his A game, this has fight of the year potential. Due to the tough nature of the sport, a lot of bouts also get rescheduled or cancelled due to injury to one fighter. Welterweight: Terence Crawford vs Errol Spence Jr. New, 9. comments. Caleb Plant vs. Caleb Truax, for Plant's IBF super middleweight title. Joseph "JoJo" Diaz vs. Shavkatdzhon Rakhimov for Diaz's IBF junior lightweight title. Canelo Alvarez vs. Avni Yildirim, for Alvarez's WBA and WBC super middleweight titles. Although long identified as a serious prospect, Fulton’s progress in the last two years has been impressive and his potential was finally realised at the start of 2021. When either man steps in the ring, it is always exciting to watch and that is sure to be the case when they step in the ring against one another. In what will easily be the hottest all-Brits bout of all time, Fury vs. … Last January, “Cool Boy Steph” took on then-WBO world 122-pound champion Angelo Leo in a fight … The biggest fight in British boxing history is finally reality after Eddie Hearn announced on March 15 that contracts are signed for a two-fight deal. Teofimo Lopez-Top Rank relationship at risk; can it get fixed? IIn the early days of boxing, there was never a problem getting the two best fighters from a respective weight class to step into the ring with each other to see who truly is the best in the world. Ryan Garcia or Vergil Ortiz: Who is Golden Boy's best young fighter? WBO. Diaz is another champion at junior lightweight facing an early 2021 test. Rakhimov is relatively unknown in the United States, but he's got the skill to force Diaz to be active. He has gone 1-5 in his last six … Like the Alvarez bout, this one is a mismatch. On the other end of the totem pole we have Ryan Garcia vs Tank Davis. The winner is expected to face Shakur Stevenson, one of boxing's best young fighters. This has the potential to be the biggest fight that can be made in boxing. Plant has bigger plans ahead in 2021, including a potential unification bout with Canelo Alvarez, but he should be able to take care of business here without much sweat. Women's boxing pound-for-pound rankings: Changes in top 3 after busy month, including a new No. Pound-for-pound rankings: Did Canelo Alvarez's win over Avni Yildirim earn him the top spot? Whyte gets revenge as Povetkin's corner throws in the towel. Veteran sports commentator and analyst Teddy Atlas considers the potential fight between Manny Pacquiao and Terence Crawford as the swan song for the Filipino boxing legend. The Daily Telegraph reports that Wests Tigers ’ James Robert, an unknown player from a Sydney club and Rabbitohs duo Cody Walker and Latrell Mitchell are the players under the microscope. As a bonus, Tyson Fury is one of the most entertaining personalities boxing has to offer so the press conferences, pre-fight workouts, and weigh-ins will be as must-see as the fight itself. Truax is a former champion past his prime, but at the very least it should be a good national TV platform for Plant to earn some fans ahead of an Alvarez bout. 7. Honorable mention to Errol Spence Jr. vs. Keith Thurman and Terence Crawford vs. Shawn Porter but Crawford-Spence Jr. is the biggest fight to make in the welterweight division. 8. Mayweather or GGG? We've decided to rank the top 10 fights based on their entertainment value, and for the purposes of this list, we're only including upcoming bouts reported as being finalized or already announced through the end of March. Robbie Lawler. This fight has been brewing for years with both men trading insults on social media and trash-talking each other in interviews. Juan Francisco Estrada vs. Roman 'Chocolatito' Gonzalez, for the WBC, WBA and Ring magazine junior bantamweight titles. But as the years have gone on, boxing promoters, governing bodies and even the fighters have gotten in the way of fight fans being able to see two top fighters face off at the peak of their powers. With Demetrius Andrade holding the WBO Middleweight title and Jermall Charlo holding the WBC Middleweight title, it would add to the excitement this bout exudes. Although some of those previously postponed fights are likely to come in the second half of this year, when a vaccine is more readily distributed and changes in policies allow more fans to attend in person, there is already a solid slate of fights scheduled for the next two months. Betting on Potential Fights in 2021 online with Betsson is easy & safe. Trilogy fights ahead for Estrada, 'Chocolatito' Gonzalez? He’s expected to make his professional boxing debut on the promotion’s June 5 fight card in Miami, according to a report from Rolling Stone on Friday. Heavies beware: Youngsters are punching their way through, Efe Ajagba scores must-see thunderous KO; Jared Anderson extends his KO streak, Don't let the name fool you: Joe Smith isn't an ordinary boxer, They're back? Real or not: Did Ryan Garcia, Jamel Herring and Vasiliy Lomachenko get matched up correctly? It is safe to say that Robbie Lawler is past his prime. “I feel very motivated to be in Miami and have this fight,” said Canelo. in a fight in which some questioned his heart, Covered the Broncos for two seasons with the Denver Post. April 5, 2021. Boxing Ryan Garcia Calls Out Gervonta Davis for Potential Fight in 2021 Blake Schuster Senior Analyst II February 28, 2021 Comments Bob Arum sees potential Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson fight near end of 2021. These two men may not be two of the most well-known fighters in the world. Dana White wants Conor McGregor to focus ‘on what he can do here at the UFC’ in 2021 and forget about boxing for now New, 59 comments By Damon Martin @DamonMartin Jan 12, 2021… These are not only the two best welterweights in the world, but they are also arguably two of the biggest fighters in the world. Both men are young, exciting heavy hitters and a battle between the two that could either see a devastating knockout or a 12-round firefight. Hooker will have a significant experience and reach advantage, which helps make this the biggest test of Ortiz's career. 1. It would be surprising if Yildirim sees Round 7, but Alvarez is taking care of his mandatory challenger just two months after beating Callum Smith, and he has plans to face Billy Joe Saunders on May 8 just 2 ½ months later. Boxing heavyweight champion Tyson Fury implied that the UFC heavyweight champion would be easy work if they were to fight, and Francis Ngannou has responded. Undefeated former WBO super middleweight champion Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez (41-0, 27 KOs) is all in for a potential World Boxing Council (WBC) interim light heavyweight title fight against 2012 U.S. Olympian “Sir” Marcus Browne (23-1, 16 KOs). Boxing Hall of Fame: Floyd Mayweather Jr, Laila Ali headline 2021 class. Not only would this be an amazing fight to watch but the winner of this fight could set themselves up for a matchup with unified Middleweight champion and pound-for-pound king Canelo Alvarez. Jessica McCaskill does it again, beats Cecilia Braekhus in rematch to stay undisputed champion, Behind the scenes at a history-making event -- for Claressa Shields and for women's boxing, Claressa Shields pressures Marie-Eve Dicaire in middle rounds on way to convincing win, Why 50 years later Ali-Frazier I remains the fight that transcends all sports, Boxing, MMA and her own PPV: Claressa Shields bets big on herself in 2021. The fight will take place on March 20. This might be the last chance at a title for whomever loses this fight. While some events will receive the green light before the end of the year, the likelihood is that most won’t go ahead until 2021. Multi-time GRAMMY award winner Diplo – real name Thomas Wesley Pentz – will be the latest name to venture from outside combat sports into the boxing ring under the Triller Fight Club banner. Two huge stars, two huge fan bases, and two talented fighters. Jamel Herring vs. Carl Frampton for Herring's WBO junior lightweight title. Estrada and Gonzalez both have junior bantamweight world titles, and are still arguably the top two boxers in their division, so expect a come-forward 50/50 war with constant punches and movement. Canelo Alvarez plays "You Have to Answer" (1:16), The best boxing fights of early 2021: 'Chocolatito' Gonzalez-Estrada rematch right on top, Triller's Jake Paul-Ben Askren PPV leaned too hard into sideshow, but future carries major potential, The world reacts to Jake Paul's knockout of Ben Askren, YouTube star Paul beats Askren by 1st-round KO, Sources: Flyweight champ Soto to face Takayama, Davis headed to 140; Charlo twins' next bouts set, TikTok star says Jake Paul forced her into sex act, Shields to make PFL debut vs. Elkin on June 10, Garcia-Fortuna interim title bout set for July 9, Holyfield set for return vs. Tyson's final opponent, Real or Not: 'Boots' Ennis deserves a title shot, Fury-Joshua will get done, Jaron Ennis and Vergil Ortiz look to shake up boxing's stagnant welterweight division, Can Smith beat the other 175-pound champs? On its surface it seems like a huge KO waiting to happen, as Tank Davis is known for his devastating power and has 23 knockouts in 24 fights. Lopez is coming off an upset victory over the former pound-for-pound king Vasyl Lomachenko. Canelo Alvarez takes on his toughest challenge - ESPN's 'You Have to Answer'. If all goes to plan, 2021 could be a huge year for British boxing. A matchup between Teofimo and Devin Haney may have more stakes than a matchup between Teofimo and Gervonta Davis. Real or Not: Canelo Alvarez can achieve his goal; Teofimo Lopez to fight again for Top Rank? It's been just over eight years since their explosive bout at junior flyweight, which Gonzalez won by unanimous decision, and a rematch has been long awaited. The 22-year-old Ortiz has "next" in the boxing game, with a special skill set on display as he started his pro career 16-0 with 16 knockouts. Canelo’s only fight in the Sunshine State was in December 2008 where he put Raul Pinzon to the sword inside a round in his 24th pro fight, and he hopes that Saturday night’s blockbuster event can be the first of many in Miami. The NRL is investigating potential COVID protocol breaches from four players who attended Wednesday night’s boxing match between Tim Tszyu and Dennis Hogan in Newcastle. Jermall Charlo talks potential fights against Gennadiy Golovkin, Canelo Alvarez and more on Last Stand Podcast Ben Askren opens as betting underdog in potential boxing match against Jake Paul in 2021 New, 17 comments By Adam Guillen Jr. Dec 23, 2020, 8:00pm EST Former amateur rivals Shields (11-0, 2 KOs) and Marshall … Could the fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua be finalised within the next fortnight? The COVID-19 pandemic robbed fans of some big boxing fights in 2020, but hopefully the circumstances ultimately give the boxing world even more to look forward to in 2021. Of all the fights on this list, this one is sure to produce the most exciting finish. Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford is a fight all true lovers of boxing are desperate to see in 2021. Dillian Whyte was scheduled to face Alexander Povetkin in a rematch after losing to him in August via fifth-round TKO but the fight has been put on hold due to Povetkin testing positive for COVID-19. The best boxing fights of early 2021: 'Chocolatito' Gonzalez-Estrada rematch right on top. Joe Smith Jr. vs. Maxim Vlasov for the vacant WBO light heavyweight title. 2. Both men are slick fighters with the technical prowess and power necessary to keep their opponent at bay. Claressa Shields vs. Marie-Eve Diciare for the undisputed women's junior middleweight championship. ‘like a matador & a bull’ – kieran smith troy williamson fight & potential cheeseman or fowler fight April 9, 2021 l Leave a comment l by Boxing Videos Tweet While waiting for the fight is an option, Whyte could take a fight with a man he has gone back and forth with in the past…Deontay Wilder. Expect an exciting bout. Alexander Povetkin vs. Dillian Whyte for Povetkin's WBC interim heavyweight title. Berchelt will be the favorite, especially with Valdez's uneven performances in recent bouts, but both guys favor aggression and have knockout power. 4. 130 lbs Jamel Herring Carl Frampton W TKO April 3, 2021, 23:00. Boxing. Honorable mention to Errol Spence Jr. vs. Keith … Canelo makes quick work of Yildirim with third-round TKO. Smith's knockout power is the big draw here, as he showed with an impressive knockout of Eleider Alvarez in August. How Jamel Herring is using childhood challenges as source of inspiration, Oscar De La Hoya needs to promote his rising stars, not steal their thunder. Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports. What they lack in notoriety, they make up for in skill. This fight has been billed by analysts as the “Biggest fight in British Boxing History.” Both men hold all of the gold in the Heavyweight division with Joshua holding four of the five world titles. Boxing may be temporarily suspended, basically, because of COVID-19, but that hasn’t stopped boxing fans and sports bettors alike from getting excited about the hottest, upcoming matches. He'll get a chance to prove them wrong and spoil Frampton's bid to become a three-division champ. Herring showed he's a top 130-pounder, but can he beat Stevenson, Valdez? Not a big "name" fight for casual boxing fans, but it should be a sneaky-good bout. 10. 6. Let's keep it real, this is a complete mismatch. The powerful Berchelt is still the king of the junior lightweight division, but Valdez and his speed will be his biggest test yet. MIAMI – In more than a decade as a boxing promoter, Eddie Hearn has had his difficulties getting dangerous fighters significant fights. 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