The Latest Breaking News from WBA

Jaron Ennis survives scare to stop Xander Zayas and unify 154lb titles in instant classic

Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis survived the toughest test of his career before stopping Xander Zayas in the seventh round to unify the WBA and WBO titles at 154lb

The Guardian - US · Jun 28

Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis and Xander Zayas put promise to test in Brooklyn clash

Two of America’s brightest stars-in-waiting have been earmarked for greatness since adolescence. On Saturday, one will take a decisive step toward fulfilling that promise

The Guardian - US · Jun 26

Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis: ‘It means everything to be a Philadelphia fighter. We always find a way to win’

The unbeaten two-division champion talks family, putting on for Philly and the conviction that has made him one of boxing’s most feared fighters

The Guardian - US · Jun 25

Yucatán's Guillermo Keb Canul vs Elias Espadas: Friday Night Boxing Fight in Arlington, Texas

Unbeaten prospect Guillermo Keb Canul (14-0) and veteran Elías Espadas (23-8) clear the scales in Arlington, Texas, carrying decades of Yucatecan boxing legacy into their toughest fights yet.

Latin Times · Jun 5

'Rather fight Jai': team Opetaia slam rare WBC move

Jai Opetaia's manager thinks the touted clash with WBC cruiserweight champion Noel Mikaelian will go ahead despite the organisation's best efforts to derail it.

AAP · Jun 3

Usyk rocked before stopping Verhoeven to retain heavyweight belts

CAIRO - Heavyweight boxing king Oleksandr Usyk retained his titles after a dramatic and controversial stoppage victory over kick-boxer Rico Verhoeven with a second left of the 11th round in Egypt on Saturday.

Bangkok Post · May 24

Usyk vs Rico LIVE: Result and updates after controversial finish to heavyweight title fight

Oleksandr Usyk narrowly avoids all-time upset against kickboxing great Rico Verhoeven at the Pyramids of Giza

Evening Standard · May 23

Where to watch Usyk vs Rico: TV channel and live stream for fight today

Oleksandr Usyk defends his WBC heavyweight title against kickboxing legend Rico Verhoeven at the Pyramids of Giza

Evening Standard · May 23

What time is Usyk fight tonight? Ring walks, undercard, prediction, odds for Rico clash

Oleksandr Usyk and Rico Verhoeven collide in heavyweight title showdown at the Pyramids of Giza

Evening Standard · May 22

IBF makes ruling on Oleksandr Usyk’s title as fight with kickboxer Rico Verhoeven looms

The unified heavyweight champion will soon defend his WBC belt against Verhoeven at the pyramids of Giza

The Independent UK · May 15