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Two-time world champion Nana Yaw Konadu, one of Ghana's most decorated boxers, takes the helm at PKO Boxing to protect athletes and develop future champions. The 60-year-old knockout artist brings decades of experience and a reputation for integrity to his new leadership role.
The "Golden Boy of Boxing" celebrates his birthday today, reminding us of an incredible career built on a promise to his dying mother. From Olympic gold to world champion across four weight classes, De La Hoya's story is one of dedication, family love, and triumph.
Australian boxer Tim Tszyu defeated American legend Errol Spence Jr. in Sydney, proving that perseverance through dark times leads to triumph. The win marks a powerful comeback for Tszyu, who credited his new coach for helping him overcome personal doubts.
Boxing legend Mike Tyson is stepping up to save American boxing with a new invitational tournament in Las Vegas. The Hall of Famer wants to rebuild the grassroots boxing scene that once produced champions like himself.
Troy Dunn survived dislocations, concussions, and a ruptured gut to become Australia's only Professional Bull Riders World Champion. Now in his 50s, he's found boxing easier on his body and won silver at an international masters championship.
A New Zealand boxing charity packed 330 people into a hotel ballroom and raised tens of thousands of dollars to keep its doors open for hundreds of community members each week. The Friday night gala featured world champion boxers, rugby legends, and actors who came together to support Victory Boxing's free programs.
A chance Vegas conversation with action star Jason Statham has given Dutch kickboxing legend Rico Verhoeven an unexpected shot at boxing's world heavyweight title. The 35-year-old who overcame a turbulent childhood to dominate kickboxing for 12 years now faces boxing great Oleksandr Usyk in Egypt.
Adam Congiu beat cancer, returned to the ring, and never stopped giving back to the sport that gave him purpose. Now the "Hitman" is being honored as a Niagara boxing legend at 53.
A casual conversation with action star Jason Statham has given kickboxing champion Rico Verhoeven an impossible dream: a world title boxing match against heavyweight great Oleksandr Usyk. His journey from a turbulent childhood to fighting by Egypt's pyramids proves that one conversation can change everything.
Six-time Olympic medalist Eileen Gu is embracing looking "stupid" as she tries boxing and prepares to return to Stanford. The 22-year-old made history at Milano Cortina 2026 by becoming the most decorated freestyle skier ever.
A Chicago real estate agent bought a box of old negatives for $380 in 2007, unknowingly uncovering over 100,000 photos by Vivian Maier, now considered one of the greatest street photographers in history. The nanny who secretly documented life for decades never showed her work to anyone.
Olympic gold medalist Lin Yu-ting has been cleared to return to international boxing after World Boxing completed its eligibility review process. The Taiwanese boxer will compete at the Asian Boxing Championships starting March 29 in Mongolia.
Hocine Soltani became Algeria's first Olympic gold medalist in 1996, and three decades later, his legacy continues fueling a new generation of African boxers. His story of determination and triumph remains a powerful blueprint for young athletes across the continent.
Most Valuable Promotions, once dismissed as a gimmicky influencer promotion, now stands as the leading force in women's boxing. Their fifth anniversary card features five female championship bouts, marking a dramatic shift from their YouTube-celebrity beginnings.
Japanese boxing superstar Naoya Inoue defended his world title against fellow undefeated fighter Junto Nakatani in what's being called Japan's biggest boxing match ever. The Monster proved why he's one of the world's best pound-for-pound fighters.
Indian boxers just made history at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, capturing eight gold medals—more than any nation has ever won in boxing at a single Commonwealth Games. The team's 11 total medals topped the boxing competition and shattered their previous records.
This July, San Francisco could make history by breaking the world record for largest boxing crowd, set 85 years ago with 135,132 fans. The outdoor event at Civic Center Plaza features a world championship fight and could draw the biggest live boxing audience ever.
In 2006, a college reunion film with zero A-list stars almost overtook box office records held by Malayalam cinema's biggest legends, earning seven times its budget and sparking a wave of real-life reunions across Kerala.
A new partnership between Ghana's boxing federation and international supporters promises to transform how young fighters from Accra's historic neighborhoods get their shot at greatness. The collaboration comes just as Ghana prepares to host the 2026 Amateur Boxing Championship.
Six young Indian boxers just punched their way to guaranteed medals at the Asian U-23 Boxing Championships, showcasing the country's rising talent on the international stage. Their semifinal victories mark a powerful moment for Indian boxing's next generation.
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