“My next step is to go for the title”: Zhilei Zhang wants Oleksandr Usyk following unexpected victory over Jon Joyce

Oleksandr Usyk

Boxing - Oleksandr Usyk v Anthony Joshua - WBA, WBO and IBF Heavyweight World Title - Weigh-in- Shangri-La Ballroom, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - August 19, 2022 Oleksandr Usyk poses during the weigh-in Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Couldridge

Tonight, Zhilei Zhang stunned the boxing world after Joy Joyce’s streak of pro boxing victories came to an end at the hands of the Chinese heavyweight monster. Zhang, though, is not finished and plans to go after tougher opponents like Oleksandr Usyk. Zhang and Joyce fought in a dramatic heavyweight bout at the Copper Box … Read more

Khandaker Muntasir

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As a passionate UFC enthusiast, Khandaker Muntasir Hossain provides coverage of MMA, wrestling, and boxing on multiple platforms. With his deep knowledge of sports, he immerses readers in the excitement of various arenas, whether it's the octagon, squared circle, pitch, court, or ring. Through his writing and love for sports, he aims to motivate others to explore their own sporting interests and experience the magic that sports bring.

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“I could have done better”: Jon Joyce got his eye busted in shocking loss against Zhilei Zhang

Zhilei Zhang

Defeating Joy Joyce in front of his hometown crowd tonight, Zhilei Zhang stunned the boxing world. At the post-fight interview, Joyce didn’t have much of a choice but to accept the failure and apologize to British boxing fans.  At the Copper Box Arena in London’s Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Hackney Wick, Zhang, and Joyce engaged … Read more

Khandaker Muntasir

877 articles

As a passionate UFC enthusiast, Khandaker Muntasir Hossain provides coverage of MMA, wrestling, and boxing on multiple platforms. With his deep knowledge of sports, he immerses readers in the excitement of various arenas, whether it's the octagon, squared circle, pitch, court, or ring. Through his writing and love for sports, he aims to motivate others to explore their own sporting interests and experience the magic that sports bring.

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Olexsandr Usyk hilariously mocked by fans after training session video goes viral

Since August of 2022 after defeating Anthony Joshua, Oleksandr Usyk has not entered the ring. The undefeated heavyweight was planning on facing Tyson Fury to open the year. Whether the fight occurs or not, Usyk continued to train. To demonstrate his dedication, the Ukrainian boxer posted a video of himself working out, but this backfired … Read more

Khandaker Muntasir

877 articles

As a passionate UFC enthusiast, Khandaker Muntasir Hossain provides coverage of MMA, wrestling, and boxing on multiple platforms. With his deep knowledge of sports, he immerses readers in the excitement of various arenas, whether it's the octagon, squared circle, pitch, court, or ring. Through his writing and love for sports, he aims to motivate others to explore their own sporting interests and experience the magic that sports bring.

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“Those boxing guys used him”: UFC hall of famer pleads Francis Ngannou not to go in bed with Tyson Fury

There have been a variety of opinions from various combat sports personalities ever since Francis Ngannou quit the UFC and chose to enter the boxing world. Another UFC Hall of Famer recently questioned and discussed Ngannou’s choice to transition from MMA to boxing at this particular point in his career.  Francis Ngannou’s decision to quit … Read more

Khandaker Muntasir

877 articles

As a passionate UFC enthusiast, Khandaker Muntasir Hossain provides coverage of MMA, wrestling, and boxing on multiple platforms. With his deep knowledge of sports, he immerses readers in the excitement of various arenas, whether it's the octagon, squared circle, pitch, court, or ring. Through his writing and love for sports, he aims to motivate others to explore their own sporting interests and experience the magic that sports bring.

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Tyson Fury’s withdrawal paves the way for Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois bout for WBA heavyweight title

Oleksandr Usyk

Tyson Fury with his withdrawal from the intended fight against Oleksandr Usyk has resulted in the Ukrainian being ordered to face his mandatory challenger, Daniel Dubois, for the WBA heavyweight championship. While Fury and Usyk were in talks over a blockbuster undisputed clash, discussions ultimately broke down, with both sides failing to agree on material … Read more

Kushal Shinde

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Eddie Hearn writes off Francis Ngannou’s boxing skills deeming him unlikely to defeat any top 20 fighters

Francis Ngannou aspires to fight for the first time in the ring as a professional very soon. Eddie Hearn, however, has made a harsh remark about Francis, claiming that the MMA fighter has no chance against any of the top 20 boxers at the moment.  “The Predator” is about to sign a contract with Deontay … Read more

Khandaker Muntasir

877 articles

As a passionate UFC enthusiast, Khandaker Muntasir Hossain provides coverage of MMA, wrestling, and boxing on multiple platforms. With his deep knowledge of sports, he immerses readers in the excitement of various arenas, whether it's the octagon, squared circle, pitch, court, or ring. Through his writing and love for sports, he aims to motivate others to explore their own sporting interests and experience the magic that sports bring.

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“Don’t blame him”: Boxing fans come forward to support Conor Benn after he slapped journalist’s mic off his hands

Conor Benn

On Saturday night during the Anthony Joshua vs Jermaine Franklin fight. Welterweight contender Conor Benn made waves that went beyond his performance in the ring. Rather than his boxing skills, it was his refusal to participate in a talkSPORT interview that caused a commotion. Benn’s rejection came in the form of him slapping journalist Gareth … Read more

Sami Haider

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Sami Haider is a UFC/boxing journalist who connects combat sports to pop culture. His deep passion for the UFC started in 2018, triggered by the UFC 229: Khabib vs. McGregor fight. He is a passionate writer who has a profound love for the sport and the skills that are used in it. Through his work, Sami aspires to connect combat sportsmen and their enthusiastic fans.

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“I can put my gloves off too”: UFC Middleweight fighter calls out Francis Ngannou for showdown

Francis Ngannou

Former UFC heavyweight champion, Francis Ngannou shockingly left the organization earlier this year citing various issues. The sudden exit of Ngannou sparked a new controversy in the MMA world as many blamed the UFC president Dana White for not treating his champion right, while some claimed it as a mistake by Ngannou who now as … Read more

Aryan Verma

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Aryan Verma is a Combat Sports writer covering UFC and Boxing for SportsZion. He is currently pursuing a bachelor's in technology degree in Computer Science. Being a martial art practitioner himself, Aryan cherishes the opportunity to share his thoughts on latest combat sport events through his blogs.

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Johnny Nelson shares his thoughts on collapse of heavyweight title fight talks between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk

Tyson Fury

Johnny Nelson believes Tyson Fury would win if he fought Oleksandr Usyk

The boxing world is already divided into two sects following the unfortunate collapse of negotiations between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk. People, however, are mostly in Usyk’s camp in this regard as Fury seemed shoddy despite seeming the larger share of the purse split. Similar to the majority, Johnny Nelson feels that Fury evaded this … Read more

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Former heavyweight champ Daniel Dubois vows to end Oleksandr Usyk’s reign eyeing rehab to redemption

Oleksandr Usyk

Oleksandr Usyk, the world heavyweight championship is being targeted by Daniel Dubois, the ruling WBA regular champion, who is determined to dethrone him. Usyk lately walked away from negotiations with Tyson Fury to finalize an undisputed showdown. As a result, his team is attempting to fulfill his mandatory obligations on his WBO, WBA, IBF, and … Read more

Kushal Shinde

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