Undisputed boxing champion Katie Taylor has officially announced a homecoming fight against Flora Pili, scheduled to take place at the iconic Croke Park in Dublin, Ireland, on September 5th. This event marks a significant milestone in Irish boxing history as Taylor returns to fight on home soil.
Recent reports claiming that heavyweight boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk defeated kickboxing star Rico Verhoeven in a match at the Pyramids of Giza are inaccurate. There is no record of such an event taking place, and both athletes remain focused on their respective professional careers in their established combat sports disciplines.
Two-time world heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury has partnered with Datavault AI, serving as the company's international spokesperson. The collaboration focuses on promoting the monetization of athlete data, aiming to empower sports professionals to retain ownership and control over their personal performance metrics and digital information.
Samoan heavyweight boxing legend To'aletai David Tua has been officially inducted into the Indiana Boxing Hall of Fame. Known for his formidable punching power and storied professional career, Tua's inclusion honors his significant contributions to the sport of boxing on the international stage.
Tahitian boxer Édith Tavanae, representing BC Victoria, has won the French amateur championship in the under 80 kg category. The 37-year-old athlete secured a unanimous decision victory against Camille Vincent in La Rochelle, marking a significant achievement in her career and setting her sights on the 2027 Pacific Games.
Ghana's National Sports Authority has announced the lifting of the professional boxing suspension on November 6, 2025. This decision follows comprehensive reforms in medical and safety protocols, governance, and administrative structures, implemented after two boxer fatalities earlier this year. The move aims to restore the sport's integrity and ensure athlete welfare.
Azerbaijan's U-15 boxing team achieved significant success at the European Championship in Budva, Montenegro, concluding the event with a total of eight medals, including two gold, three silver, and three bronze. The team ranked 6th among 32 participating nations.
