Major boxing sanctioning body recognized among the top four.
The New Zealander has had his provisional suspension lifted after Ukad determined any cocaine ingestion occurred out-of-competition due to a nutritionist's cocaine use. Parker has stated he will return to the ring while details are finalised. The case follows a controversial fight with Fabio Wardley in London where traces of cocaine were found in a VADA test.
Former two-division world boxing champion Zolani "Last Born" Tete has been shot dead outside his home in Mdantsane, Eastern Cape. Police have arrested four suspects aged 22–28; a 22-year-old has been charged with murder and attempted murder. A 27-year-old woman who was with Tete has been hospitalized with gunshot wounds.
Cris Cyborg has secured a points win against Ketlen Vieira in Tampa, signaling she is considering continuing her MMA career after a long, decorated run. Vieira missed weight initially, creating a late catchweight arrangement. Cyborg’s post-fight comments hint at further clashes, possibly with Claressa Shields or Kayla Harrison, as she pursues more challenges.
Two-time heavyweight challenger Daniel Dubois will rematch with British rival Fabio Wardley at the O2 Arena on Oct. 17 after Wardley triggers a return clause following their May 2026 bout. Dubois vows to come back stronger and aims to unify, while Wardley says he has zero excuses and will adapt in camp to reclaim his world title.
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.