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Shakur Stevenson continues to chase fame and fight with Gervonta Davis. Till now, he has failed in his endeavors, as ‘Tank’ has charted his boxing path. But the boxing landscape is transforming quickly, especially with Stevenson, 27, and Eddie Hearn joining hands. It might turn out to be the partnership that the WBC champion needed to bag big names and fights. But what happens when two archrivals collide? Who will have the upper hand? The British promoter explains.

Stevenson, at 22-0, is highly regarded for his technical skills, whereas Davis, at 30-0, has built a fearsome reputation with his knockout power. Therefore, it will be an exciting fight between two boxers with contrasting boxing styles. But if Hearn, 45, is to be believed, skills will overwhelm the power, and there are other factors influencing the fight’s result.

The British promoter detailed his stance in a conversation with Fight Hub TV as he picked Stevenson to bag the win against Gervonta Davis. He listed the champion’s pro record and his boxing IQ as additional reasons that could turn the tides in his favor. Hearn said, “For me, I back Shakur Stevenson in that fight. I think he is a complete fighter. He is not underrated, he is 27, he is a three-division champion. His IQ is on another level. Tank is a great fighter. But I believe Shakur Stevenson beats him.”

The Matchroom lynchpin then also revealed the timeline of the hypothetical fight between the two. “I don’t think we’ll see that fight this year. But I do think we’ll see that fight in 2025!”

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Andre Ward says Canelo Alvarez and Gervonta Davis now hold ‘face of boxing’ title as he answers key debate

Andre Ward insists Canelo Alvarez and Gervonta Davis are the two most prominent figures in boxing right now.

Boxing has seen a resurgence in recent years with a new era of stars being born after Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao hung up their gloves.

Heavyweight has always been seen as boxing’s glamour division with some huge global names competing, but some of the lower weight classes have also produced the sport’s biggest superstars.

And boxing legend Ward, who retired undefeated as a two-weight world champion, believes 168lbs champion Alvarez and 135lbs champion Davis are currently carrying the torch.

“If I had to say who’s the face of boxing now, I think the face of boxing is a two-headed monster right now,” he told All The Smoke Fight.

“I think it’s Gervonta Davis — you cannot deny what he’s done, you cannot deny what he generates, and you cannot deny the performances — and you also cannot deny what Canelo Alvarez has done for a very long time.

“I think one thing they both have in common is Gervonta had Floyd Mayweather, Mayweather gave a cold alley-oop to Gervonta, Gervonta took the alley-oop and took it to the next level.

“If you look at the history of Canelo Alvarez and Oscar De La Hoya, Canelo Alvarez had an amazing alley-oop from Oscar De La Hoya, the biggest fighter in the game at one point in time and the biggest Mexican fighter before Canelo came.

“You have to give both of those fighters credit because they took the alley-oop and they did something with it.

“A lot of fighters fumble the bag or fumbled the alley-oop or fumbled the ball — they didn’t do that.”

Ward even later included current pound-for-pound star Terence Crawford in the list, who added to his portfolio of achievements with a world title win in a fourth weight class earlier this month.

Alvarez has had a stellar career in the squared circle, emerging as a superstar after high-profile duels with the likes of Shane Mosley, Mayweather and Miguel Cotto.

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Jake Paul’s chances to defeat Mike Tyson take a hit after movie star reveals ‘terrifying’ encounter

As anticipation continues to build ahead of the Jake Paul – Mike Tyson bout in Texas on Nov. 15, the divide continues to grow between those who believe 58-year-old Tyson will swat aside his 27-year-old challenger — and those who think Paul is going to vanquish the former heavyweight champion.

Whichever side of the aisle you’re on, the Paul – Tyson bout is undoubtedly one of the most highly-anticipated pro fights in years. It will be streamed live on Netflix from AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys, and the 31-year age gap between the combatants is among the largest in the sport’s history.

Russell Crowe and Joe Rogan sound off on Paul-Tyson

The three-decade age differential between Paul and Tyson as often cited as definitive proof that one boxer or the other will win this bout in November. Film star Russell Crowe is the latest to use that argument in support of his predicted winner: Iron Mike.

“The thing is, I was quite enjoying the second phase of Mike’s life,” Crowe told Joe Rogan on the latest episode of “The Joe Rogan Experience.” “I was terrified of him as a boxer. He was terrifying. Even when I met him backstage at a stadium one time at a fight, I was like ‘I’m still terrified of you.'”

“I just hope for the both of them that it transcends the circus type atmosphere, it’s a legit fight and nobody gets hurt. … But it’s Mike Tyson (as opposed to another boxer), so it’s very different,” Crowe said.

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Mike Tyson gives savage response over whether he could beat Floyd Mayweather in a street fight

Mike Tyson gave a brutal answer when asked what would happen if he ever crossed paths with Floyd Mayweather in a street fight.

Throughout his career, ‘Iron Mike’ made a reputation for his frightening style in the ring, making the prospect of facing him without a referee to control the action nothing short of terrifying.

Mike Tyson says he’d beat Floyd Mayweather in a street fight

Born in a rough area of Brooklyn, New York, USA, Mike Tyson grew up around violence, utilizing his experiences on the street to become a warrior capable of rendering anyone who dared set foot in the ring with him unconscious with a single shot.

With an illusive peek-a-boo style, the American bobbed and weaved in front of his opponents before landing the brutal blow that sent them spiraling towards the canvas.

With that in mind, his sublime athleticism would’ve undeniably crossed over into street fighting skills if he ever needed them.

However, while he was a bulldozer, Floyd Mayweather was the opposite. Blessed with remarkable reflexes and a sublime boxing IQ, ‘Money’ made his rivals miss and ultimately pay with his stinging shots.

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Despite not carrying the KO power of Tyson, he undeniably captured the attention of the public with his classy displays and braggadocious personality.

But at the end of the day, weight classes exist for a reason. Therefore, it comes as no major surprise that the former Heavyweight King thinks he could’ve beaten Mayweather in a street fight pretty handily.

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“I’d Bet a Million on Him Knocking Out Shakur Stevenson”, Kambosos Confident in Gervonta Davis

By Admin August 27, 2024

Former Austrailian champion George Kambosos Jr. expect a Davis knockout over stevenson in potential Lightweight Showdown

Shakur Stevenson and Gervonta Davis’s possible matchup is expected to be among the most awaited events in the lightweight division. Both fighters have established themselves as formidable forces, each with a different approach that has left most of their opponents difficult to match. Boxing fans are buzzing with anticipation at the possibility of these two giants square-off.

Shakur Stevenson made a major career change lately signing with Matchroom Boxing. Stevenson has outlined an ambitious three-fight strategy for this new chapter. Joe Cordina will be his first opponent under this banner; the battle is scheduled for October 12. After that, Stevenson wants to challenge William Zepeda, the top contender, then focus on a unification battle with Gervonta “Tank” Davis.

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Although the boxing scene is waiting impatiently for these possible showdowns, former lightweight world champion George Kambosos Jr. has made his opinion clear about a Davis-Stevenson match. Having had his own high-profile fights, the Australian boxer is sure Davis would win even going so far as to imply he would knock Stevenson off.

When Kambosos declared, “I’ll bet a million he knocks [Shakur’s] buck teeth out cold. Won’t happen though, Shakur just talks. Maybe if it’s 5 on 1 like his little street fight.” Undoubtedly, he believes Davis has great power, and he is ready to stake a significant sum on his prediction.

Fans believe that the three-fight strategy Stevenson proposed would will come to fruition as the likelihood of a Davis-Stevenson meeting gets closer. Although his opponent is yet unknown, Gervonta Davis, known for his knockout force, is expected to make his ring return in November.

There are all the elements in Stevenson and Davis’s possible collision to make for a spectacular battle. Given both fighters at the top of their game and bringing different approaches to the ring, the result is anyone’s guess. But if you ask George Kambosos Jr., he’s already decided and ready to put a million bucks on it

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‘The face of boxing is a two-headed monster right now’: Andre Ward says Canelo Alvarez and Gervonta Davis lead the sport

By Admin August 27, 2024

Andre Ward shares his perspective on who he believes is championing the sport of boxing.

During the latest segment of All The Smoke Fight, featuring Andre Ward and guests Andre Berto and Andre Dirrell, Ward breaks down why he thinks there’s two clear nominees to be the ‘face of boxing’ at the present time, and a bit about their similarities. Check out some excerpts from Ward below.

“If I had to say who’s the face of boxing now, I think the face of boxing is a two-headed monster right now,” Ward said. “I think it’s Gervonta Davis — you cannot deny what he’s done, you cannot deny what he generates, and you cannot deny the performances — and you also cannot deny what Canelo Alvarez has done for a very long time.

“I think one thing they both have in common is Gervonta had Floyd Mayweather, Mayweather gave a cold alley-hoop to Gervonta, Gervonta took the alley-hoop and took it to the next level. If you look at the history of Canelo Alvarez and Oscar De La Hoya, Canelo Alvarez had an amazing alley-hoop from Oscar De La Hoya, the biggest fighter in the game at one point in time and the biggest Mexican fighter before Canelo came…

“You have to give both of those fighters credit because they took the alley-hoop and they did something with it. A lot of fighters fumble the bag or fumbled the alley-hoop or fumbled the ball — they didn’t do that.”

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Tiger Woods TGL Update: How Does Toptracer Work? Golf Ball Tracking System Unraveled

Get ready for golf like never before! Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy‘s revolutionary team golf league is set to make golf high-tech in the coming days. TGL is truly pushing the boundaries of innovation, and with many big names associated with the league, it is bound to be successful. But what’s behind the magic that’s set to transform the game forever?

Toptracer, the official ball-tracing partner of TGL, is at the forefront of this technological revolution. So, how does it work its magic? Let’s explore how it’s set to change the face of golf forever.

Toptracer leads the golf industry with range technology in over 1,000 driving range facilities worldwide. The company officially partnered with TGL after a successful two-year testing period at TGL Performance Labs. Toptracer’s camera sensors track every tee shot and approach play with pinpoint accuracy as they hit the massive 64×53-foot screen.

TGL positions its tee boxes 35 and 20 yards away, creating the perfect setup for its camera sensors to capture every detail.

This screen, a staggering 24 times larger than a standard simulator, sets the stage for unparalleled accuracy. Moreover, it meticulously monitors every shot and feeds the data into TGL’s data engine, unleashing insights, learnings, and predictive data for viewers and second-screen users.

Speaking about their partner from two years ago, Andrew Macaulay, Chief Technology Officer, TMRW Sports and TGL, noted, “With the flexibility, accuracy, and reliability of Toptracer’s ball-tracing technology, we’re gathering an extensive amount of data on each shot to help accurately transition into the virtual landscapes of our custom-designed holes.” Macaulay also highlighted, “Using Toptracer’s ball-tracing has added to the scale of TGL, allowing for our tee boxes to be a long way from the screen and for shots to be hit from any lie and location.”

Home to TGL, the SoFi Center is a 250,000-square-foot oasis of innovation nestled on the campus of Palm Beach State College. The excitement is set to kick off on January 7th, 2025, with the league’s inaugural season. That will mark a new era in golf entertainment that will thrill fans worldwide.

Initially planned for this year, the league delayed its start due to a roof destruction incident in November 2023. Now, as TGL prepares to revolutionize the golf landscape, the question remains: can this innovative approach win over the hearts of traditional golf fans?

Can Tiger Woods’ TGL, with its High-Tech twist, win over golf fans?

With its prominent role in golf’s most prestigious events, Toptracer is set to captivate fans. In January 2025, six teams of PGA Tour superstars are set to thrill golf enthusiasts at the SoFi Center, delivering a truly unique golf experience. The teams will tackle 15 electrifying holes, divided into two action-packed sessions: nine holes of triples in a 3v3 format, where three players from each team will alternate shots.

Additionally, Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy’s TGL format brings an extra layer of strategy and teamwork to the game, which is a whole lot different than the traditional game. However, as the match intensifies, teams switch to singles mode. Six holes of head-to-head play will keep fans on edge. Consequently, its modern matchplay scoring system adds excitement, with each hole worth 1 point. The team with the fewest shots on a hole wins the point. Hence, the team with the most points at the end will be declared the winner.

TGL’s bold formula is poised to fill the gap between tradition and innovation, redefining the game for a new era. How do you see this new tech-infused league? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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Tiger Woods advised over drastic ‘no-brainer’ move as ex-rival ‘feels sorry’ for him

Tiger Woods has been given some advice on his future from an ex-rival.

Tiger Woods has been backed to use the PGA Tour Champions to improve his form in golf’s four majors. The sporting icon has struggled in the biggest tournaments this year, with injuries limiting his impact and preventing him from claiming a 16th title.

Woods is only two years away from being eligible to play on the over-50s tour. The shorter, 54-hole events could allow the American to build his fitness, particularly if he is allowed to navigate the courses in a cart.

His former rival Michael Campbell believes it would be a ‘no-brainer’ for Woods to use the PGA Tour Champions to improve his form in the majors. In eight of his nine rounds in majors this year, the 48-year-old has shot over-par.

“It would be great for the Champions Tour to have him on board,” he says. “With the Champions Tour, it’s only three rounds of golf and he’s on a cart which is going to help him with his injuries,” Campbell told Bunkered.

“He may use the events as a warm up towards the major. He’s got a scorecard in his back pocket and he’s not putting too much strain on his leg so there’s a chance he could do that building up to the Open or the Masters. To me, it’s a no-brainer.”

Campbell famously defeated Woods in the 2005 US Open at Pinehurst. At the time it was a major shock, with Woods comfortably the world’s leading player.

But the last few years have been very tough for the golfing icon. Injuries sustained in a near-fatal car crash in 2021 have hindered Woods’ mobility.

Campbell admits that he now feels ‘sorry’ for Woods. The 55-year-old New Zealander continued: “It’s a real shame. Through my whole career I played a lot with him. He was awesome. To see how he’s playing now… I feel sorry for him.”

He’s played four times this year and played poorly,” Campbell explains. “It’s hard for Tiger to come back and only play the majors on the four toughest golf courses.

“He needs to maybe rethink his schedule because you can’t do that. I know he’s Tiger Woods but he can’t just go into a tournament having not played for three or four months and come back and expect to play well. It’s the major issue he has.”

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The last 9 women to win the Cincinnati Open – ft. Serena Williams, Ashleigh Barty, Coco Gauff

The Cincinnati Open has proven to be one of the most unpredictable WTA events in recent times.

No woman has defended her title since 2015, and since then there have been nine different champions over the past nine years.

As Coco Gauff looks to retain her title, we look back at the women who have won this event over the past decade.

After winning her first Cincinnati title in 2014, Williams made it back-to-back titles after triumphing in one of the most dominant seasons of her career.

In a rematch of the 2014 final, the top seed battled past Ana Ivanovic in the last eight before a convincing semi-final victory over Elina Svitolina.

That was followed by a 6-3, 7-6(5) victory in the final over Simona Halep, claiming the title after dropping just one set en route.

15th seed and future No 1 Pliskova served her way to one of the biggest titles of her career at the tournament eight years ago.

Pliskova did not drop a set on her way to the last eight, where she battled seventh seed Svetlana Kuznetsova in three sets before a comfortable semi-final victory over Garbine Muguruza.

The Czech then produced an equally dominant display in the final, dispatching Angelique Kerber 6-3, 6-1 for her first WTA 1000 title.

2017 – Garbine Muguruza

Fresh off winning the Wimbledon title, Spanish star Muguruza battled her way to the Cincinnati title in 2017.

After narrow victories over Madison Keys and Kuznetsova powered her into the last four, she downed Pliskova in a rematch of the 2016 semi-final to reach the championship match.

And, despite some tough matches early on, she stormed to victory, routing Halep 6-1, 6-0 for one of the biggest titles of her career.

2018 – Kiki Bertens

Unseeded Bertens defied the odds to claim one of the biggest titles of her career at the event six years ago.

The Dutch star beat second seed Caroline Wozniacki and fifth seed Svitolina on her way to the last four, where she rallied from a set down to defeat eighth seed Petra Kvitova.

And she pulled off another impressive comeback in the final, saving a championship point to beat Halep 2-6, 7-6(2), 6-2 and lift her first WTA 1000 crown.

Keys battled past the likes of Muguruza and fourth seed Halep to reach the last eight, where she convincingly dispatched Venus Williams before a semi-final win over Sofia Kenin.

The final against Kuznetsova was not easy but the American was able to get the job done in straight sets, winning 7-5, 7-6(5).

2020 – Victoria Azarenka

The 2020 edition was held in New York due to the COVID US Open bubble – but that did not stop 2013 champion Azarenka from reclaiming her title.

The former world No 1 eased past 15th seed Donna Vekic in round one and did not drop a set on her way to the last four, dispatching Ons Jabeur in the quarter-final.

Azarenka battled from a set down to defeat Johanna Konta in their semi-final, and then won the title after finalist Naomi Osaka was forced to withdraw due to injury.

2021 – Ashleigh Barty

Weeks after claiming her second major at SW19, Barty claimed her first and only Cincinnati title with an emphatic run through the draw.

The Australian dropped just two games against reigning champion Azarenka in round three, and then eased past ninth seed Barbora Krejcikova and Kerber to make the final.

Barty was a heavy favourite against surprise finalist Jill Teichmann and duly delivered, prevailing 6-3, 6-1 to lift the title.

2022 – Caroline Garcia

A stunning second half of 2022 saw former world No 4 Garcia storm to one of the biggest titles of her career two years ago.

Garcia came through qualifying and beat 4th seed Maria Sakkari in round two and seventh seed Jessica Pegula in the last eight, before a semi-final victory over sixth seed Aryna Sabalenka.

The French star then dispatched Kvitova 6-2, 6-4 to win the final and become the first qualifier to win a WTA 1000 title.

2023 – Coco Gauff

World No 2 Gauff comes in as the reigning champion after an epic run to her first, and currently only, WTA 1000 victory twelve months ago.

The seventh seed did not drop a set on her way to the last four, where she stunned Iga Swiatek in three sets – beating the world No 1 for the first time.

That powered her into the final, where she overcame Karolina Muchova 6-3, 6-4 to lift the title on home soil

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Kyrgios and Bublik talk about how tough it is to face Djokovic

Everyone knows how tough it is to face Novak Djokovic on a tennis court, but only the players who have experienced it can tell the tale. Nick Kyrgios and Alexander Bublik are two of those players who can speak about what it’s like to go up against the Serbian, and in a video shared by UTS where they are interviewed by Patrick Mouratoglou, both agreed on his ability in returning serves.

“The problem with Novak is that every time there’s a break point or something like that, he plays incredibly. You can’t ace him, he knows where you’re going to serve it. I played against him in the Davis Cup and it was always deuce, advantage… He’s everywhere. I served my best slice serve to the T and he returns it to the baseline… It’s crazy,” stated Bublik. The Australian recalled his lost final at Wimbledon against the Serbian: “I couldn’t have served any better. I think if I had played like Rafa in the Wimbledon final, it might have gone well for me. He’s different. How many finals does he have, 30? That was my first final. So with that experience, he wasn’t fazed at all. He’s very good.”