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Pacquiao, mixed martial arts star McGregor to fight in 2021

Pacquiao, mixed martial arts star McGregor to fight in 2021

Philippines boxing champion Manny Pacquiao will face former two-weight UFC champion Conor McGregor in the ring next year.

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Heavyweight Huni in deep end with pro debut
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Heavyweight Huni in deep end with pro debut

Justis Huni's wish list includes two of the most coveted titles in the sport, with the 21-year-old Olympic hopeful now preparing for an audacious professional debut in October.

  • by Phil Lutton
Tszyu shelves world title plans, Sydney likely host for domestic bout
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Tszyu shelves world title plans, Sydney likely host for domestic bout

Tim Tszyu won't chase a world title shot this year as former Olympian Daniel Lewis firms as a potential opponent for a December bout at Bankwest Stadium.

  • by Phil Lutton
Legendary promoter Arum backs Tszyu to win world title next year
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Legendary promoter Arum backs Tszyu to win world title next year

From Muhammad Ali to Tyson Fury, Bob Arum has guided countless boxers to world titles. Now the legendary promoter predicts Tim Tszyu can also rule the world.

  • by Adrian Proszenko
'He's done it before': Rushton insists Horn earned shot at miracle punch
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'He's done it before': Rushton insists Horn earned shot at miracle punch

Jeff Horn's trainer has hit back at criticism of his handling of the corner in the loss to Tim Tszyu, saying Horn deserved the chance to decide his destiny.

  • by Phil Lutton
The 'disgraceful' actions of Jeff Horn's trainer Glenn Rushton
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The 'disgraceful' actions of Jeff Horn's trainer Glenn Rushton

Tim Tszyu's clinical win over Horn was a shot in the arm for Australian boxing. But the actions of Rushton to keep his guy fighting were unforgivable.

  • by Andrew Webster
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As it happened: Tszyu victorious in all-Australian blockbuster
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As it happened: Tszyu victorious in all-Australian blockbuster

It's the biggest all-Australian fight in years and we're ringside as Horn and Tszyu go toe-to-toe in Townsville with the main event set down for 9.30pm.

  • by Phil Lutton and Adrian Proszenko
Officials dismiss bias claim as Horn-Tszyu judges come under microscope
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Officials dismiss bias claim as Horn-Tszyu judges come under microscope

One judge has apologised for speaking about possible outcomes while another has links to Tim Tszyu and owns the gym where he has been training in Townsville.

  • by Phil Lutton
Shrinking entourages all part of the show on a COVID-19 fight night
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Shrinking entourages all part of the show on a COVID-19 fight night

Organisers have left nothing to chance ahead of the Horn-Tszyu bout, with fighters warned they must abide by the rules or risk their place on the card.

  • by Phil Lutton
In the name of the father: What Tim Tszyu learnt from dad Kostya
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In the name of the father: What Tim Tszyu learnt from dad Kostya

Both father and son are adamant about Tim forging his own path. But there were some invaluable lessons he will take into the ring against Jeff Horn next week.

  • by Andrew Webster