Filip Hrgovic nears IBF title defense against Frank Sanchez
IBF Heavyweight Champion Filip Hrgovic is close to his first title defense against mandatory challenger Frank Sanchez, likely in Zagreb, Croatia, by March 2027.
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Jack Catterall mandatory title shot for Romero-Lopez winner
Jack Catterall is poised to enforce his WBA mandatory challenger status against the winner of Rolando “Rolly” Romero vs. Teofimo Lopez, potentially disruptin…
Dmitry Bivol faces August 20 WBO deadline for Callum Smith bout
Dmitry Bivol faces an August 20 WBO deadline to agree on a mandatory title defense against Callum Smith, or risk a purse bid. The WBO Light Heavyweight Champ…
Rafael Espinoza-Lorenzo Parra fight planned for Canelo-Mbilli undercard
WBO featherweight champion Rafael Espinoza is reportedly set to defend his title against Lorenzo Parra on the Canelo Alvarez vs. Christian Mbilli card in Oct…
World Boxing Organization calls for Devin Haney
WBO Welterweight Champion Devin Haney faces a mandatory purse bid for his title defense against Keyshawn Davis on July 27, 2026, after negotiations failed.
Moses Itauma Reportedly Named Daniel Dubois’ WBO Mandatory Challenger
Heavyweight prospect Moses Itauma has reportedly been named the mandatory challenger for Daniel Dubois’ WBO world title, setting up a massive domestic clash.