Lance Pugmire
Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles, CA, United States
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Gennady Golovkin’s hopeful Canelo Alvarez tuneup documented for DAZN
Mark Wahlberg and Peter Berg have paired to make the latest “40 Days” series for DAZN in advance of Gennady Golovkin’s title fight against Steve Rolls. → Read More
The Fight Corner: Los Angeles is positioned to land a significant fight card
That is, if the founders of the World Boxing Super Series embrace the wishes of their television partner, the streaming service DAZN. → Read More
Andy Ruiz Jr.’s massive upset over Anthony Joshua jolts boxing’s heavyweight division
Andy Ruiz Jr.'s captivating TKO victory over Anthony Joshua caused a massive shakeup to the heavyweight division. → Read More
Andy Ruiz Jr.’s victory a breakthrough moment for trainer Manny Robles
Manny Robles couldn't stop the tears after Andy Ruiz's heavyweight title win over Anthony Joshua. The win was a culmination of years of hard work for Robles. → Read More
Andy Ruiz Jr. TKOs Anthony Joshua, becomes first heavyweight champ of Mexican descent
Andy Ruiz pulled off the biggest heavyweight upset of the generation Saturday night, ruining Anthony Joshua’s U.S. debut by seventh-round technical knockout. → Read More
Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury set for rematch next year
Unbeaten heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder and former champion Tyson Fury have signed for a rematch to take place in 2020. → Read More
Anthony Joshua has eye on making big statement for heavyweights against Andy Ruiz
Anthony Joshua believes he's capable of reviving the stale heavyweight boxing scene by defeating Andy Ruiz before focusing on other top contenders. → Read More
Anthony Joshua prepares for Andy Ruiz but buzz is still about a Deontay Wilder fight
Anthony Joshua is preparing for his bout with Andy Ruiz in New York City but the talk is surrounding the Deontay Wilder fight. → Read More
Deontay Wilder explains why he’s not waiting for Anthony Joshua this year
Deontay Wilder says he decided to turn his back on a possible one-on-one negotiation with Anthony Joshua for a heavyweight unification this year. → Read More
Women's lightweight champion will return to police job after title fight against Katie Taylor
Lightweight champion Delfine Persoon face Katie Taylor after enduring the rigors of grueling training, low pay and little respect to reach this epic match. → Read More
Andy Ruiz carries his Mexican heritage into the ring against Anthony Joshua
Andy Ruiz could become the first fighter of Mexican descent to become heavyweight champ when he meets Anthony Joshua on Saturday at Madison Square Garden. → Read More
Anthony Joshua’s promoter blasts Deontay Wilder for taking Luis Ortiz fight
Anthony Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn skewered heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder on Wednesday for announcing a fight with Luis Ortiz. → Read More
Deontay Wilder-Luis Ortiz fight could be at Staples Center, with Anthony Joshua next
Deontay Wilder is heading toward a showdown with Anthony Joshua, but first he'll have to successfully defend his title against Luis Ortiz. → Read More
The Fight Corner: Looks like a Deontay Wilder-Anthony Joshua fight might take a while
According to two fighters, Premier Boxing Champions is moving toward a Wilder rematch against Luis Ortiz. → Read More
Manny Pacquiao tells Keith Thurman he'll retire on his own terms as boxers verbally spar
Manny Pacquiao says when he retires it will be on his terms, not Keith Thurman's. → Read More
The Fight Corner: Dangers of weight cutting could come into focus soon
The executive officer of the California State Athletic Commission is seeking to spread the word of the dangers of weight cutting in combat sports. → Read More
Hawaii primed to pack punches after boxing officials meet with Honolulu mayor
In a meeting with boxing officials, Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell expressed Hawaii's fervent interest in fight sports. → Read More
Dominic Breazeale knows this could be his last shot at a heavyweight belt
Southland-based boxer Dominic Breazeale said his Saturday title fight against unbeaten Deontay Wilder could be his last shot at a heavyweight belt. → Read More
WBC board supports proposal for five judges at major title fights
The World Boxing Council is supporting a proposal to have five judges ringside during major title fights in an effort to avoid controversial decisions. → Read More
Canelo Alvarez instructed to initiate fight talks with Sergiy Derevyanchenko
The International Boxing Federation has instructed Canelo Alvarez's camp to initiate fight negotiations with Ukraine's Sergiy Derevyanchenko. → Read More