‘Rumble in the Jungle’ boxing icon George Foreman dies
The world is mourning the loss of George Foreman, two-time world heavyweight champion and wealthy entrepreneur, has died.
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World title weigh-in gets heated for Aussie fighter
Drama at the weigh in for Aussie Sky Nicolson’s world title fight, while Jai Opetaia sets himself for another bout in May, keeping himself busy awaiting the contest he really wants.
How unmatched family record loads pressure on Tim Tszyu
The Tszyu family’s 50 wins and no losses in Australia piles the pressure on Tim Tszyu’s shoulders as he fights to save his career against Joey Spencer.
‘Swinging like an idiot’: Tszyu learns a hard lesson
Tim Tszyu didn’t mince his words when discussing his strategy and mental state ahead of his April 6 showdown with Joey Spencer.
‘A kick in the teeth’: Zerafa’s surprising call on the Tszyus
Michael Zerafa has big plans for 2025 – but don’t count on them involving the Tszyu brothers. That feud still burns brightly but the ship might have sailed, he reveals to BRENDAN BRADFORD.
Title fight descends into chaos after rogue kick, calls for DQ
There were absolutely wild scenes as world champion Nick Ball kicked Aussie-based Irishman TJ Doheny in their featherweight world title fight. Watch the bizarre incident here.
‘Don’t do it, Gal’: Mates urge warhorse not to fall for SBW trap
David Riccio has known Paul Gallen for 20 years, attending the NRL legend’s wedding and having written his autobiography. Last week, he rang Gallen with a simple message about fighting Sonny Bill Williams.
Nikita Tszyu shares injury timeline after surprise wedding reveal
Nikita Tszyu has cleared up confusion around his wedding earlier this year amid delay to his recovery from hand surgery that will likely push his return to the boxing ring back to the middle of the year.
Why Thurman’s knockout win may spell bad news for Team Tszyu
Keith Thurman’s win over Brock Jarvis instantly went viral on social media. And that could be bad news for a number of reasons.
Aussie boxing bombshell as Gal-SBW superfight revived
The superstar showdown between Paul Gallen and Sonny Bill Williams is back on the cards. After more than a decade of negotiations, the fight is now closer than ever. Full details inside.
Thurman, Jarvis on collision course with Tszyus
In a major fight week development, deals are already in place for beyond this Wednesday night’s USA vs. Australia blockbuster fight.
Brock Jarvis’ plan for $10 million dollar heist
Brock Jarvis is hellbent on disrupting Keith Thurman’s multimillion dollar plans for world domination, with a plan to make the American pay for the disrespect of overlooking him.
‘Hardest thing I’ve ever had to do’: Fenech on Jarvis falling out
Jeff Fenech says his falling out with Brock Jarvis is the hardest thing he’s ever had to do. Brendan Bradford explores the 45 year history behind Aussie boxing’s explosive falling out.
Wild scenes as Thurman and Jarvis need to be separated
Things nearly got underway five days early as Keith Thurman and Brock Jarvis went face-to-face following a sledge about another Aussie boxing star.
Tszyus, title fights and two injury returns in stacked 2025 slate
Tim Tszyu and Brock Jarvis are the major winners of the No Limit boxing 2025 stacked schedule reveal. Click for details of what’s set to be boxing’s biggest year yet.
The footy prodigy turned KO artist who was too rough for rugby league
He’s a footy prodigy who carved up scoring tries outside Nathan Cleary – then quit rugby league because the game was ‘too soft’. Meet Tonga Tongotongo, the big-hitting boxer taking on the fight game.
Knockout coup as Paro inks deal to join forces with Tszyu
Last year he shocked the boxing world with a stunning world-title upset. Now Liam Paro has joined Australia’s No. 1 promoter seeking to become the country’s next pay-per-view star.
‘Bro, where’s the count?’: Why Thurman is wary of Aussie refs
Keith Thurman has questions about Australia’s boxing officials after watching Brock Jarvis’ win over Adrian Rodriguez last year. Find out why the American is concerned.
Dib fires ugly ‘low blow’ barb amid Wilson broken back heroics
Despite Youssef Dib backing his low blow call that left him feeling ‘gonads in my stomach,’ it’s been revealed that Liam Wilson was fighting through excruciating pain at their fight of the year contender.
‘He’s a rat’: Boxing’s most bitter rivalry descends into chaos
Liam Wilson is heading for a world title blockbuster but will need time to recover after settling the most bitter rivalry in Australian boxing on a night violence threatened to extend beyond the ring.
‘I’m coming to you’: Thurman officially calls out Tszyu
Keith Thurman has officially called out Tim Tszyu and plans on returning to Australia to beat “the big kangaroo” after knocking out Brock Jarvis on March 12.
World-title shock as ‘Mr Damage’ eyes redemption
He has twice had his heart broken fighting for world titles. But Liam Wilson is set to clinch a third world-title shot if he beats Youssef Dib in their bitter re-match in Brisbane.
Kambosos target of domestic rival’s fiery press conference
The normally quiet Liam Wilson didn’t hold back on Thursday morning, unleashing an expletive-laden attack on Youssef Dib and George Kambosos.
Troubled teen, freak athletic: From a life of crime to beating Tszyu
Jon Sgroi was on a one-way path to a life of crime before moving to Australia. He’s now one of the best rising boxing stars in the country.
Why legendary dad is banned from Tim Tszyu fight
Tim Tszyu’s team is taking drastic measures ahead of his all-or-nothing bout with Joey Spencer. Including shutting the door on his famous father Kostya.
‘Back in the fire’: Tszyu’s do-or-die comeback fight confirmed
A defiant Tim Tszyu wants to get back into world title contention as soon as possible, turning away interstate and overseas offers to lock in his do-or-die comeback fight against a dangerous American competitor.
‘Don’t give a f**k’’: Jarvis fires back, reveals shock secret weapon
A fired up Brock Jarvis has clapped back at the haters following his split with Jeff Fenech, while enlisting the services of another former world champion ahead of the biggest fight of his life.
Tszyu backs Zoo for Australian Cup win
Tim Tszyu will head down to his local TAB to place the first bet he’s made in a decade on a lightning quick greyhound named in his honour – Tim Zoo.
Biggest month in Aussie UFC history: Two title fights locked in
Two Aussies are preparing for UFC title fights in what shapes as the biggest month in Australian MMA history, reports BRENDAN BRADFORD.
‘I’ll jump in the ring’: Fenech may work Jarvis’ corner despite split
Jeff Fenech has opened up on his anguish at his break up with Brock Jarvis, and that he would have advised against this bout if he was still in his former protégé’s corner.
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