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Sugano’s resume is impressive, and the Orioles hope the 35-year-old RHP has plenty in the tank

When Tomoyuki Sugano took the mound in the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic, pitching for Japan against the United States, it was a pretty good preview of what the major leagues might feel like. “That really solidified feelings of wanting to pitch in the big leagues one day.” Now Sugano is on his way to the majors, although he’s …

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Fury vs Usyk 2: Fight time, undercard, ring walk, prize money, how to watch

Al Jazeera

Al Jazeera’s guide to the blockbuster heavyweight boxing rematch as Oleksandr Usyk defends three world titles against Tyson Fury. Seven months after their glitzy and hugely popular undisputed heavyweight boxing fight, Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury are set to face off once again. The ring walk for the Fury vs Usyk fight is expected to start at 22:00 GMT on …

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1 week, 3 days ago

Chris Eubank Jr agrees terms to fight Conor Benn with purse split revealed

The Independent

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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Lawrence Okolie scores huge first-round KO on his heavyweight debut as former cruiserweight world champion proves he has the power to move up

Daily Mail

Lawrence Okolie secured an impressive victory against Hussein Muhamed as he made his professional debut. Okolie managed to score a huge first-round knockout in the WBC Silver Heavyweight title fight at Wembley Arena. Okolie managed to score a huge first-round knockout in the WBC Silver Heavyweight title fight LAWRENCE OKOLIE WITH THE 1ST ROUND KO VICTORY‼️ 💥💥💥#Boxing 🔥🔥🥊🥊🥊🥊 pic.twitter.com/4ya2uFFTKo — …

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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Boxing chief claims Conor Benn 'deserves' world title shot after being cleared to fight in the UK again following two failed drugs test

Daily Mail

He could finally take on fierce rival Chris Eubank Jr after first fight was cancelled Conor Benn 'deserves' a world title shot after he was cleared to fight in the UK again, the WBC president has claimed. A clash with Chris Eubank Jr has long been mooted for Benn after their initial fight was cancelled two years ago following his …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Israel Vazquez, the three-time world boxing champion from Mexico, dies at 46

The Hindu

Israel Vazquez, the Mexican fighter who won three bantamweight world titles, has died at 46. You will always be ‘El Magnifico.’” Vazquez debuted in 1995 and will be most remembered for his four fights against countryman Rafael Márquez from 2007-10. Vazquez won the vacant IBF super bantmanweight title in 2004 against Jose Luis Valbuena and successfully defended it twice. In …

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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Three-time world champion Israel Vazquez dies aged 46 after cancer battle

The Independent

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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Saudis reveal pay-per-view price for Beterbiev vs Bivol 2 and Dubois vs Parker

The Independent

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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Mexican boxing star Israel ‘El Magnífico’ Vázquez dies at age 46

LA Times

Former world champion Israel Vázquez, a Mexican boxing star known as “El Magnífico,” died Monday night at the age of 46, World Boxing Council president Mauricio Sulaimán confirmed. Vázquez’s career also included three fights against Oscar “Chololo” Larios, a former world champion and stablemate of then rising star Saul “Canelo” Álvarez, winning two bouts and losing one. You will always …

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2 weeks, 6 days ago

How Yu Darvish could recruit Roki Sasaki for the Padres

New York Times

As spring training opened in February, Yu Darvish expressed both disappointment and understanding regarding a pair of blockbuster additions to the National League West. “Frankly speaking, it would have been nice if they came here, if they were my teammates,” Darvish said from the Padres’ complex in Peoria, Ariz. “But I’m happy for them. Pitching phenom Roki Sasaki will be …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Mike Tyson's sad ending: Jake Paul, 27, reveals he decided NOT to knock-out 58-year-old boxing legend - who he stopped punching and bowed to - as fans call out Netflix fight for 'elder abuse' and labe

Daily Mail

Jake Paul has revealed that he decided not to knockout out Mike Tyson during his comprehensive victory over the former heavyweight champion. Jake Paul claimed a unanimous victory over former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson Paul, 27, admitted that he took it easy on the veteran after realising that he was tiring The YouTuber even bowed to his 58-year-old opponent in …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Jake Paul beats 58-year-old Mike Tyson in a much-hyped Netflix boxing match

NPR

Jake Paul beats 58-year-old Mike Tyson in a much-hyped Netflix boxing match toggle caption Julio Cortez/AP ARLINGTON, Texas — The boos from a crowd wanting more action were growing again when Jake Paul dropped his gloves before the final bell, and bowed toward 58-year-old Mike Tyson. Paul won an eight-round unanimous decision over Tyson as the hits didn't match the …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Jake Paul, 27, beats 58-year-old Mike Tyson as the hits don’t match the hype

Associated Press

ARLINGTON, Texas — The boos from a crowd wanting more action were growing again when Jake Paul dropped his gloves before the final bell and bowed toward 58-year-old Mike Tyson. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Jake Paul hits Mike Tyson during their heavyweight boxing …

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1 month, 1 week ago

‘Excited to back Goyat Neeraj as he makes India proud at a global stage,’ says Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal

Live Mint

Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal announced on X today that Zomato will be the official sponsor of Indian boxer Neeraj Goyat, who is set to compete on the global stage in the highly anticipated Paul vs Tyson boxing event, streaming on Netflix. In his post, Goyal praised Goyat’s “story and attitude,” saying he found the boxer's journey inspiring after meeting him …

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1 month, 1 week ago

The rise and fall of Ryan Garcia: Embattled boxer wants to be the relatable anti-hero

LA Times

To say Ryan Garcia has had a bad year is an understatement. “I feel like I’m just too good at my sport to leave yet,” said Garcia, whose unshakable confidence — some would call it a cocky arrogance — is his real superpower. “You could tell this kid was going to excel.” And for Garcia, making good on that promise …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Roki Sasaki and Major League Baseball: How effective would his pitching arsenal be?

New York Times

Roki Sasaki is a stud. But Sasaki, 23, has been putting up some bonkers numbers in Japan, with a 2.02 career ERA, and there’s a chance he comes over to Major League Baseball through the posting process this offseason. Even with a mid-career position player who has played Major League Baseball for his entire professional career, there are things the …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Beterbiev beats Bivol to become undisputed light heavyweight champion

Associated Press

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Artur Beterbiev beat Dmitry Bivol by a points decision to become the first undisputed light heavyweight champion in the division for more than 20 years. It was a little bit uncomfortable.” “Of course, it was a tough fight because Dmitry is a tough champion and he has tough skills, better than me.” Throughout the bout there …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Tyson Fury, Oleksandr Usyk undercard announced with Australian Demsey McKean fighting

ABC

Australian heavyweight boxer Demsey McKean is getting back in the ring on the undercard of the highly anticipated re-match between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury. The fight will be held in Saudi Arabia on December 21, headlined by Usyk defending the WBC, WBO and WBA heavyweight championships and Fury. The 34-year-old former IBF Intercontinental heavyweight champion will be striving to …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Problematics | Poetry in code

Hindustan Times

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Women's world champion DEFENDS Olympics boxers at center of gender controversy after fighting them both

Daily Mail

Women's featherweight world champion Skye Nicolson has defended the boxers at the center of the Olympics gender row and accused people of 'jumping on the bandwagon without knowing all the details.' The two female fighters were cleared to compete in the women's category in Paris despite being thrown out of last year's world championships after tests allegedly proved they contain …

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5 months ago

Caroline Dubois on her first stadium fight and why she’s ‘not idolising Katie Taylor anymore’

The Independent

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5 months ago

Ryan Garcia charged with vandalism of Beverly Hills hotel: ‘No way I’m going to jail’

LA Times

Ryan Garcia arrives for his super lightweight boxing match against Devin Haney on April 21 in New York. “Our office will work to ensure the responsible individual is held accountable.” Garcia, 25, responded to the charge with a post on social media: “No way I’m going to jail.” The Victorville native has experienced a steep fall after defeating unbeaten World …

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5 months, 1 week ago

MLB needs to let Shohei Ohtani and players compete in Olympics

LA Times

Olympic gold medal on the line. However, Ohtani’s participation will require MLB to take a summer break in the middle of its season and release its players to the Olympics, and Manfred has sounded reluctant about the prospect. In that sense, I think it’s something that’s very important for baseball.” Ohtani is right: Baseball would benefit from showcasing its best …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Ryan Garcia expelled by WBC after using racial slurs in livestream

Associated Press

Ryan Garcia was expelled by the World Boxing Council on Thursday after he repeatedly used racial slurs against Black people and disparaged Muslims in comments livestreamed on social media. WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman announced the penalty against Garcia on the social media platform X. “Exercising my authority as president of the WBC, I am hereby expelling Ryan Garcia from any …

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Sugano’s resume is impressive, and the Orioles hope the 35-year-old RHP has plenty in the tank

Fury vs Usyk 2: Fight time, undercard, ring walk, prize money, how to watch

Chris Eubank Jr agrees terms to fight Conor Benn with purse split revealed

Lawrence Okolie scores huge first-round KO on his heavyweight debut as former cruiserweight world champion proves he has the power to move up

Boxing chief claims Conor Benn 'deserves' world title shot after being cleared to fight in the UK again following two failed drugs test

Israel Vazquez, the three-time world boxing champion from Mexico, dies at 46

Three-time world champion Israel Vazquez dies aged 46 after cancer battle

Saudis reveal pay-per-view price for Beterbiev vs Bivol 2 and Dubois vs Parker

Mexican boxing star Israel ‘El Magnífico’ Vázquez dies at age 46

How Yu Darvish could recruit Roki Sasaki for the Padres

Mike Tyson's sad ending: Jake Paul, 27, reveals he decided NOT to knock-out 58-year-old boxing legend - who he stopped punching and bowed to - as fans call out Netflix fight for 'elder abuse' and labe

Jake Paul beats 58-year-old Mike Tyson in a much-hyped Netflix boxing match

Jake Paul, 27, beats 58-year-old Mike Tyson as the hits don’t match the hype

‘Excited to back Goyat Neeraj as he makes India proud at a global stage,’ says Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal

The rise and fall of Ryan Garcia: Embattled boxer wants to be the relatable anti-hero

Roki Sasaki and Major League Baseball: How effective would his pitching arsenal be?

Beterbiev beats Bivol to become undisputed light heavyweight champion

Tyson Fury, Oleksandr Usyk undercard announced with Australian Demsey McKean fighting

Problematics | Poetry in code

Women's world champion DEFENDS Olympics boxers at center of gender controversy after fighting them both

Caroline Dubois on her first stadium fight and why she’s ‘not idolising Katie Taylor anymore’

Ryan Garcia charged with vandalism of Beverly Hills hotel: ‘No way I’m going to jail’

MLB needs to let Shohei Ohtani and players compete in Olympics

Ryan Garcia expelled by WBC after using racial slurs in livestream