Boxing

Tyson Fury signs deal for potential fight against Anthony Joshua in unnamed country

Earlier, Fury clinched the World Boxing Council (WBC) belt from Deontay Wilder after he producing a stunning performance of patience and power in their rematch in February.

Jun 05, 2020, 12:28 PM IST

Tyson Fury 'mentally happy' to be in boxing ring, eyes Klitschko-like reign

Tyson Fury said he is no longer boxing for fame, money or titles but that stepping into the ring keeps him "mentally happy" as he targets a long reign as the world heavyweight champion.

May 20, 2020, 13:04 PM IST

Mary Kom thanks Delhi Police for celebrating her son's birthday

Six-time world champion M C Mary Kom (51kg) had in March qualified for the Olympic Games, which has now been rescheduled to July 23, 2021 to August 8, 2021.

May 15, 2020, 12:21 PM IST

A look at boxing great Floyd Mayweather's insane black and white £20million car collection

From Rolls-Royces worth over a staggering £3 million to four Bugatti Veyron machines that cost £1.7 million, one can find almost every expensive car at Mayweather's garage.

Apr 26, 2020, 11:11 AM IST

Have lost close ones due to coronavirus pandemic: Boxing champion Anthony Joshua

Joshua's title defence against Kubrat Pulev is scheduled for June but that is set to be postponed due to the pandemic.
 

Apr 02, 2020, 12:24 PM IST

Manish Kaushik punches his way to Tokyo Olympics, 9th Indian boxer to qualify

India continues to secure qualification spots in boxing at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics with Manish Kaushik (63kg) on Wednesday becoming the ninth boxer from the country to qualify for the quadrennial games. Manish Kaushik, the world bronze-medallist, secured a place in Tokyo Olympics after getting the better of Australia's Harrison Garside in a brutal match at the Asian Qualifiers at Amman.

Mar 11, 2020, 17:28 PM IST

Boxer Amit Panghal books Tokyo Olympics 2020 berth, Sakshi Chaudhary fails to qualify

Panghal won 4-1 in a split verdict against Paalam, who the Indian had defeated in the semi-finals of the 2018 Asian Games and the quarter-finals of the 2019 World Championships.

Mar 09, 2020, 17:53 PM IST

Asian Boxing Olympic Qualfiers: Pooja Rani, Lovlina Borgohain among five Indians to secure Tokyo 2020 berths

 Lovlina Borgohain sealed her maiden Olympic spot and a semi-final berth at this event with a flawless 5-0 victory over Uzbek boxer Maftunakhon Melieva

Mar 09, 2020, 10:24 AM IST

Asian Boxing Olympic Qualifiers: Amit Panghal one win away from qualification

Panghal will now face 2019 Southeast Asian Games gold medallist Carlo Paalam of Philipinnes. One more win would be enough for the 24-year-old to qualify for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
 

Mar 07, 2020, 17:00 PM IST

Tyson Fury annihilates Deontay Wilder in heavyweight title rematch

Britain`s Tyson Fury delivered a dominant performance in his heavyweight championship bout with Deontay Wilder on Saturday, overwhelming his opponent to earn a seventh-round TKO victory in Las Vegas.

Feb 23, 2020, 16:17 PM IST

Indian boxers bag 6 gold medals at Sweden boxing meet

Indian boxers claim 6 gold medals at Golden Girl Championship in Sweden.

Feb 03, 2020, 18:11 PM IST

Indian boxer Sumit Sangwan gets one-year ban for dope test failure

The National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) on Thursday handed former Asian silver medallist boxer Sumit Sangwan a one-year suspension for failing a dope test.

Dec 27, 2019, 10:36 AM IST

Eye on Olympics but can't fulfil formalities anymore: Vijender Singh

Boxer Vijender Singh, who became the first Indian boxer to win an Olympic medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, has expressed his desire to represent India in the Olympics again after the International Boxing Association's (AIBA) relaxation of rules pertaining to professionals competing at the Olympics. Vijender had turned professional in June 2015.

Dec 11, 2019, 00:11 AM IST

Boxers Shiva Thapa, Pooja Rani bag gold at Olympic Test Event

Indian boxers Shiva Thapa and Pooja Rani on Thursday made the country proud as they bagged a gold medal each in their respective weight categories of 63 kg and 75 kg at the Olympic Test Event in Tokyo. 

Oct 31, 2019, 16:51 PM IST

American boxer Patrick Day dies following brutal knockout

Day had been in a coma for four days following his defeat and, despite having emergency brain surgery at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, doctors were unable to save the junior middleweight.

Oct 17, 2019, 10:34 AM IST

Early exit for Sarita Devi at World Boxing Championships

Former world champion Sarita Devi`s campaign came to an early end at the ongoing women`s World Boxing Championships here on Sunday after she was overpowered in the 60 kg category by Russia`s Natalia Shadrina in the Round of 32 bout.

Oct 06, 2019, 18:04 PM IST

Boxing: Tyson Fury overcomes wound and Otto Wallin for points victory

Fury was expected to cruise against his underdog challenger, but was forced to battle through the bloody cut and a relentless Wallin to maintain his unbeaten record.

Sep 15, 2019, 16:08 PM IST

'Pehlwaan' villain Kabir Duhan Singh sheds 8 kilos in three months

Coming out of a violent character like this took time, revealed the actor, who is known for his perfect portrayal of negative characters in South films. 

Aug 26, 2019, 19:19 PM IST

Mary Kom recuses herself from sports awards meeting to avoid conflict

According to sources, Mary had in fact wanted to resign from the committee when media reports appeared pointing at a case of conflict of interest against her.

Aug 17, 2019, 16:22 PM IST

Easy for the country to expect Olympic gold, difficult to implement: Mary Kom

Kom recently won a gold medal in the 23rd President`s Cup in the 51Kg category.

Aug 01, 2019, 14:42 PM IST