World Boxing
Why the world’s leading boxing promoter has Suaalii in his sights
Eddie Hearn has just expanded into rugby, signing some of the sport’s biggest names. And he’s keen to catch up with Wallabies star Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii while he’s in Australia.
- Jonathan Drennan
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Pyramid scheme: Australian boxer to fight for world title at ancient Egyptian landmark
After fighting most of her bouts at Revesby Workers’ Club, Mai Soliman’s next fight is a title shot in front of the Pyramids of Giza.
- Adrian Proszenko
Paul Gallen said he’d retired from boxing – but every man has his price
If Nelson Asofa-Solomona’s promoters can make it worth Gallen’s while, don’t be surprised if he’s tempted back into the ring.
- Robert Dillon
‘A cowardly act’: Tim Tszyu attacks Zerafa after bout with brother Nikita ends in chaos
A farcical ending to the grudge match between Michael Zerafa and Nikita Tszyu has left more questions than answers.
- Jonathan Drennan
Former boxing champion ‘narrowly escaped death’ after two die in car accident
Images show British boxer Anthony Joshua being extricated from a wrecked vehicle wincing in pain after a car accident that killed two other passengers.
An Australian world champion wasn’t happy with his night. A brutal punch changed that
Australian cruiserweight world champion Jai Opetaia was already the most avoided boxer on the planet.
- Adrian Proszenko
No one wanted to fight Australia’s best boxer. Until now
Respected and feared among the boxing fraternity, Jai Opetaia is Australian sport’s best-kept secret. That might be about to change.
- Adrian Proszenko
He wants to be the heavyweight champion of the world. At 115kg and 2m, who says Nelson can’t?
Promoter George Rose warns rivals will be scared to step into the ring with the former NRL wrecking ball.
- Robert Dillon
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- Naked City
The prize fight that saw Alphonse Gangitano lose a fortune – and take bloody revenge
The champion boxer has outlived the gangster who ambushed him, the crime boss who wanted him dead, and the hitman who was persuaded not to kill him.
- John Silvester
‘He’d give them hell’: All-time great tells top fighters to stop dodging Opetaia
On Monday, another dagger-blow was inflicted to an Australian champion’s hopes of conquering the world. An all-time great reveals why.
- Nick Wright