Beyond Boxing

A long time ago I said Turki and the Saudis saw boxing as a tool, not a passion project. Wardley-Parker is proof that they won't burn cashon fights that do not serve their aims.

For those fights, the fans have to pay.

Dave Allen’s spirited effort just wasn’t enough to overcome the power and precision of Arslanbek Makhmudov.

Despite coming off a huge knockout win over Johnny Fisher back in May, Allen fell short on the scorecards, with all three judges giving the fight to the Russian, even after Makhmudov had two points deducted for holding.

Where does Dave go now, and is this down in the hole Matchroom are now?

There is no doubt that Crawford is the best of this era, but we have to stop with the Floyd comparisons because he was one of one.

Crawford winning against Canelo has disrupted the boxing money train temporarily as he will not find an opponent to give him the payday he wants.

Boers on OnlyFans....stop please.

Ricky Hatton, known as “The Hitman” and beloved by legions of fans, passed away on 14 September 2025 aged 46. Born in Stockport, Greater Manchester, Hatton turned professional in 1997, going on to carve out a storied career in the light‐welterweight and welterweight divisions. He captured world titles, most memorably defeating Kostya Tszyu in 2005, and amassed an outstanding record of 45 wins in 48 fights. 

Hatton’s appeal transcended his ring achievements. His ferocious, all-action style won him dedicated fan support, tens of thousands followed him even across oceans.  Afterwards, he was open about life’s battles: depression, substance abuse and the challenge of life once gloves were off. His frankness on mental health made him a powerful figure of empathy in British sport. 

Ricky Hatton’s legacy will endure, as a warrior in the ring; an everyman who made the extraordinary seem within reach; and a voice for those whose fights happen outside it.

Canelo Álvarez, dominant at super-middleweight, brings size, power, and championship pedigree into his defense against

Terence Crawford, the undefeated tactician jumping two weight divisions. Canelo’s physicality, granite chin, and ring experience give him clear advantages, but Crawford’s timing, adaptability, and counterpunching make him a live threat.

The fight represents a clash between natural strength and pure skill: can Crawford’s precision offset Canelo’s size? The bout could redefine pound-for-pound supremacy and boxing history.

The story is the story. No answers to any questions.

In today's news...

Moses won - first round stoppage.

Frank won - he got to see one of his enemies humbled by a 20 year old.

Dillian won - He was paid handsomely at a time when he was on the outside of boxing looking in.

However, this week, Don Charles lost. He paid a heavy price for trying to manage an unmanageable situation. A good man, done wrong.

Dillian Whyte stands in the last chance saloon if he wants one last run at glory.

Blocking his other is Moses Itauma, a young man in a rush towards greatness.

Can Dillian upset the odds and add one more chapter to his storied career?

Ben Shalom has faced a rough start to 2025. But, it looks like life is a bit more stable for him with the announcement of a deal with the BBC.

The real question is whether Ben can bring the glamour back to boxing on mainstream TV.

Who doesn't love a party? Definitely not boxing fans.

They had done it before and it worked, but they confused luck with destiny and paid a heavy price.

Whatever we say about partygate, there wasn't a version of Daniel Dubois that would have beaten Oleksandr Usyk.