British heavyweight boxer and public figure
Joshua has come from an early knockdown to stop Kristian Prenga in the second round in Jeddah, preserving a potential all-British blockbuster with Tyson Fury. Fury had earlier stopped Mariusz Wach in seven rounds in Thailand. Contracts are reportedly signed, with venue and date still unsettled.
Aziz Abdul, nicknamed Ringo, pursues Commonwealth gold in Glasgow, drawing on his grandfather Idi Amin’s boxing legacy. He faces English youth champion Damar Thomas in the +90kg final rounds, with the aim of Uganda’s first Commonwealth boxing gold since 1990.
Karol Itauma has pivoted after a 2024 heart attack and, with his brother Moses, opens Club Eight³ in Chatham to offer wellness and longevity services for athletes and the public. Moses remains undefeated and headlines a high-profile show; the brothers frame the project as a community health initiative rather than just a gym.
British heavyweight Moses Itauma will headline London’s O2 Arena on Aug. 29 for the vacant IBF heavyweight title, facing Filip Hrgovic. The title win would crown Itauma as the youngest world heavyweight champion since Mike Tyson. The bout is part of a broader heavyweight landscape shaped by Usyk’s vacating of belts and ongoing negotiations for future super-fights.
Kinahan has been extradited from Dubai and is heading to the Special Criminal Court in Dublin to face charges of directing an organised crime group. A large security operation accompanies the transfer, with the prisoner expected to be held at Portlaoise Prison.
Kinahan has been extradited from Dubai to Ireland, where he faces charges for directing a criminal organisation. The move follows a Dubai court ruling and marks a significant milestone in cross-border law enforcement cooperation. He is remanded in custody ahead of a Dublin court hearing.
21-year-old Moses Itauma has upgraded to a world-title bout against Filip Hrgovic in London on August 29. If Itauma wins, he will become the second-youngest heavyweight champion after Mike Tyson, as the bout puts the IBF belt on the line and tests a rising star against a seasoned challenger.
The Fury vs. Joshua heavyweight showdown remains unresolved as promoters signalled the fight will occur, with UK hosting under Contract, and the Saudis pushing for a US venue. Addenda address tax implications and logistics, while Netflix eyes a US broadcast.
Itauma has won a path to a world heavyweight title, facing veteran Filip Hrgović at London's O2 Arena. The 21-year-old southpaw is pursuing the IBF belt and could become the youngest heavyweight champion since Mike Tyson, with promoter Frank Warren backing him to win.
Itauma is challenging Filip Hrgovic for the IBF heavyweight title. The 21-year-old Briton aims to become the second-youngest heavyweight champion, with Hrgovic firing back and promising to “smash the kid” as a tense buildup culminates in showdown at the O2 Arena.
American forces dock in Pattaya after a record deployment, aiming to restock and boost the local economy. Officials warn of health and safety risks as policing tightens and the city balances tourism pressures with security.
Katie Taylor is set to bid farewell to boxing in a final, high-stakes title bout in Dublin, aiming to become a three‑time undisputed world champion against Flora Pili. The 40‑year‑old Olympic gold medallist faces a young, undefeated challenger in an 80,000‑seat sell‑out at Croke Park, with the event marketed as one of Ireland’s greatest sporting nights.
Fury and Joshua remain at odds over venue and date as negotiations continue. UK commitments clash with a US-ready plan, with promoters hinting at New York despite Joshua’s push for Wembley.
Negotiations for a landmark all-British heavyweight fight have stalled over venue and contract terms. Fury is pressuring Joshua to confirm a November showdown, with Usyk floated as a potential backup. The parties have signed separate UK deals, but location remains unsettled as promoters weigh Wembley versus Madison Square Garden.
The Celebrity Traitors has won best reality competition at the NTAs, with Alan Carr receiving a special recognition award. Paloma Faith staged a coffin entrance, while Carr reflected on the year’s achievements as the ceremony celebrated multiple categories.
The National Television Awards 2026 have taken place at the O2 in London, hosted by Joel Dommett for the sixth year. Alan Carr receives the Special Recognition Award; winners include Mrs Brown’s Boys, This Morning, Michael McIntyre’s Big Show, David Attenborough, Gogglebox and The Celebrity Traitors.
The Cardiff venue is being explored as an alternative to New York and Wembley for the richest fight in British boxing history. Netflix seeks a 2am UK start; the Principality Stadium’s roof could beat weather concerns, with curfews and licensing under review.
Fury and Joshua have agreed to meet at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium on 11 December, with Netflix streaming globally. After years of delays and negotiator standoffs, Britain hosts one of boxing’s biggest events as both fighters push to settle a decade-long rivalry.
Netflix will stream all 104 games of the 2026 men’s World Cup, co-hosted by Spain, Portugal and Morocco, with one free-to-watch game per matchday in Spain. Spain’s games and the final will also be broadcast on free-to-air TV in Spain. The deal marks Netflix’s continued push into live sports.
Netflix has announced significant job cuts and a leadership shake-up as it reports quarterly results. The company is downsizing roughly 1,000 roles across product, tech, HR and legal, while Bela Bajaria departs as chief content officer and Peter Rice steps in. The moves come as Netflix faces slowed growth, intensifying competition, and questions about its long-term strategy, including its push into games and podcasts.
Daniel Dubois defeats Fabio Wardley in a rapid rematch at the O2 Arena, extending his dominance with a second-round stoppage. Wardley, overwhelmed after an opening spell, concedes as Dubois proclaims his era. The bout follows their May classic, with expectations of a potential trilogy as Usyk looms in the division.