Manny Pacquiao Promotions heads to Temecula Ca, April 3rd.

Manny Pacquiao Promotions (MPP) is scheduled to host a night of championship boxing in a return to Pechanga Resort Casino in Temecula, Calif. on Friday, April 3. Featuring an IBF Minimumweight 12 round title fight between the current champion Pedro Taduran 19-4-1 (13 KOs) and Gustavo Pérez Álvarez 16-1-0 (5 KOs). 

The champion, Pedro Taduran is a gritty southpaw pressure fighter who has twice held the IBF championship, Taduran initially picked up the IBF title in 2019 and regained it 5 years later, stamping his name as one of the more accomplished titleholders at 105 pounds. 

The challenger on this occasion is Gustavo Pérez Álvarez a vastly improving prospect from Mexico on a 7 bout winning run, and a fan friendly tenacious style.

The show will also feature the reigning WBC Silver Middleweight Champion Lázaro Lornzana 19-0 (13 KOs) in a fabulous endorsement for bringing back high profile championship boxing to Southern California. 

Tickets for the show are available now at Pechanga.com/entertain. 

A limited amount of VIP and Platinum packages are available also at a first come, first served basis at PacquiaoPromotions.com.

For updates and info on upcoming events visit PacquiaoPromotions.com and follow MPP on social media platforms. 

Weigh in results. Zuffa boxing 3. Las Vegas Nv.

Zuffa Boxing 3.  Weigh in details. 

Efe Ajagba (254) vs Charles Martin (250)
Umar Dzambekov (176.5) vs Ahmed Elbiali (176)
Abel Mejia (137) vs Jaybrio Pe Benito (134.5)
Leonardo Ruiz (157) vs Casey Streeter (156)
Antonio Woods (159) vs Mark Beuke (159)
Oswaldo Molina (135) vs Joshua Clark (134.5)
Emiliano Alvarado (122) vs Devin Gantt (121.5)
Dariial Kuchmenov (134.5) vs Jorge Lagunas (135)

Hosted by the Meta Apex, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
under the auspices of the Nevada Athletic Commission

Promoted by Dana Whites Zuffa boxing. 
matchmaker: Charles Bosecker
Broadcast exclusively on Paramount+

9th May in Manchester. Wardley v Dubois.. Don’t Blink.

Newly crowned WBO heavyweight champion Fabio Wardley will make the first defence of his title against Daniel Dubois in a mouthwatering all-British battle on Saturday, 9 May in Manchester.

The 31-year-old Ipswich man was crowned WBO champion in November when Oleksandr Usyk relinquished the belt instead of honouring a mandatory defence against Wardley.

Dubois has previously held the WBA regular and IBF heavyweight titles and known that it’s vital that he comes through this test successfully if he garners any ambitions of remaining at the highest level again. 

Undefeated Wardley, who has won 20 of his 21 fights barring a sole draw, boasts 19 knockouts in comparison to Dubois’ 22-3 record with 21 knockouts. 

Wardley’s route to the championship is quite remarkable, without any notable amateur history, alternatively a string of white collar bouts prior to thrusting himself into the pro ranks with the backing of Dillian Whyte. Dubois on the other hand has enjoyed amateur successes as a member of team GB and a longer grounding in the game.  However many doubted Daniels desire at the top level when he suffered a damaging loss to Joe Joyce 9 fights ago in 2020. It wasn’t the loss that hurt Dubois, it was the manner in which he lost, choosing to take the knee and quit in the 10th round of a fight for the British, Commonwealth and European marbles. It later was revealed that Dubois had suffered an optical bone injury around the eye, regardless questions now loomed around Daniels heart and grit at the highest level. Against the odds Dubois travelled to the US to arrest the WBA regular title trom Trevor Bryan then  between 2023 and 2025 Dubois faced Oleksandr Usyk unsuccessfully twice for the championship (once undisputed) before racking impressive wins over Jarrell Miller, Filip Hrgovic (to earn the vacant IBF title ) and an impressive knockout of Anthony Joshua, each of those 5 bouts DDD was a significant underdog. 

In 2023 Fabio picked up the British and Commonwealth titles with an impressive stoppage of tough David Adaleye before being held to a draw by Frazer Clarke 5 months later. Wardley rematched Clarke 7 months later in 2024 and administered a frightening knockout in the opening session to solidify his place as the domestic champion. Since the second Clarke fight Wardley has found a way to win in fights where he appeared to be trailing, firstly by knocking out tough Justis Huni, in the 10th round of a fight he was losing and more recently in the 11th round of his fight in October of last year, again in a fight which appeared to be slipping away. Wardley has only heard the final bell once, back on his debut in 2017, and has since enjoyed 9 years of knockout development and literally learning on the job. 

This will be Dubois 6th world title fight, he is at amateur and professional levels far more experienced and seasoned than Wardley, but Daniel also carries the scars of damage and self doubt from knockout losses each time he has faced defeat. Wardley is the in form fighter in terms of a winning streak, however Dubois has been flirting at a much classier level over the last 3 years. This is a very interesting fight with huge importance in regard to the future of both men. 

Tyson Furys return to the ring v Arslan Makhmudov will take place at Londons Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Tyson Fury's return to the boxing ring against Russian giant  Arslanbek Makhmudov will take place at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on April 11th.  The 37 year old former unified heavyweight champion hasn't fought since losing back-to-back matches to Ukrainian Oleksandr Usyk in 2024, on both occasions in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. 

Fury, (34-2-1) last boxed at The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium back in Dec of 2022, in what was his last heavyweight title defence on home soil against fellow Brit Derek Chisora. 

Makhmudov (21-2) will be fighting in England for the second time in succession, the 36-year-old Russian outpointed tough David Allen in Sheffield last October.

Fury v Makhmudov is promoted by Frank Warren in association with Queensbury boxing and will be broadcast exclusively on Netflix.

Zuffa boxing unveil new condensed weight division range.

Tomorrow night Zuffa boxing present a groundbreaking fight card from the Meta Apex center in las vegas featuring former IBF heavyweight champion Prince Charles Martin taking on The Silent roller, Nigerian Efe Ajagba in a 10 round feature. Zuffa boxing, headed by Dana White have unveiled some major plans for 2026 along with their weight division structure.  Zuffa have reduced down the usual 18 weight categories, to a condensed 8 divisions from Bantamweight (118 pounds) to Heavyweight (Open ended from 200 pounds +) 

Heavyweight 200lbs +

Cruiserweight 200lbs

Light Heavyweight 175lbs

Middleweight 160lbs

Welterweight 147lbs

Lightweight 135lbs

Featherweight 126lbs

Bantamweight 118lbs

This new structure avoids the junior divisions, sending the weight spectrum back to the 1950s, celebrating the original full weight divisions with in certain cases up to 25 pounds between categories. 

Currently the WBC have an 18 weight division range, from light flyweight up to Heavyweight, with junior (Light or Super) divisions between the original major weight classes. 

Undercard and cheif support results from Liverpool.

 

Co-Main and feature bout results from Liverpool 

Jack Turner def. Juan Carlos Martinez Urbina by RTD (R3, 3:00) Super Flyweight 

Andrew Cain def. Alejandro Jair Gonzalez by TKO (R9) WBC Bantamweight Eliminator

Hassan Ishaq def. Leonardo Baez by TKO (R3, 1:39) Super Bantamweight 

Brad Strand def. Ruben Lezama Gonzalez by TKO (R3, 1:24) Super Bantamweight 

Preliminary results.

Luke Prior def. Ryan Frost by KO (R1) Welterweight 

Stephen Clarke def. Lewis Howells by TKO (R8, 1:42) Middleweight 

Jack Swallow def. Paddy Lacey by points (58-57) Middleweight 

Sam Norris def. Jack England by points (40-36) Super Featherweight 

Lucas Szeto-Biswana def. Liam Macmillan by TKO (R1, 2:46) Welterweight 

William Birchall def. Caine Singh by TKO (R1, 2:55) Super Featherweight 

Luke Turner def. Jensen Irving by TKO (R4, 2:29) Middleweight 

The Event was promoted by Frank Warren in association with Queensbury boxing.

Matchmaker Lee Eaton.

Broadcasted exclusively by DAZN.

Brandon Figueroa arrests WBA featherweight crown from Nick Ball with dramatic final round tko.

Texan Brandon Figueroa certainly lived up to his heartbreaker nickname by hijacking Nick Ball’s 4th WBA featherweight title defence in the Liverpool mans back yard with a 12th round tko in a fight that was edging in the home fighters favour. The tenacious Ball 23-1-0 (13 Ko’s) started fast but found it tough negating the taller man’s long range counter punching, neither man found a significant breakthrough going into the middle rounds however the American import started to find a comfortable rhythm in an even fight. Entering the final stanza Figueroa, instructed by trainer Manny Robles came out assertive with no intention of leaving anything to chance and within 12 seconds of the round landed a perfect counter left hook that dropped the champion heavily. Ball managed to beat the count, but the final barraged left him down for a second time and in no fit condition to recover, leaving referee Steve Grey with no option but to call a halt. The classy Figueroa appeared the more superior fighter going into the championship rounds with the relatively raw defending champion losing his composure under pressure. The 29 year old Figueroa 27-2-1 (20 Ko’s) leaves the Uk as the new WBA champion with lots of option open to him as a very marketable fighter. 

NB: Unfortunately some disappointing scenes arose following the bout where a number of undesirable spectators attempted to soak the newly crowned visiting fighter with alcohol. 

Deontay Wilder offers insight into how the Chisora fight came about.

Deontay Wilder spoke openly today about his upcoming fight with Derrick Chisora and his current mindset ahead of what appears to be the Indian summer of his career, Wilder initially addressed the temptation of a world title fight with Oleksandr Usyk and how the offer arose. Deontay was honest in stating that he was curious to whether or not the call out was legitimate or merely a publicity stunt, as time went on Wilder leant towards understanding the lucrative offer was very real, but the mechanics behind the scenes to make the fight materialise appeared to drag it’s feet, with dates and venues being continually moved. Wilder wasn’t going to place all of his eggs in one basket and a week into negotiations, an alternative fight with Derrick Chisora presented itself. Wilder still open to the Usyk offer remained patient but when the talks became quiet, Deontay acknowledged that Chisora and his people appeared more accommodating and efficient in completing the deal. Ironically, as soon as news of the Chisora deal being finalised was made public knowledge, Usyk’s people suddenly found a new lease of life with an immediate deal offered. Deontay remained steadfast and loyal to his word and continued proceedings to finalise his fight with Chisora in the Uk. Wilder was honest in his tone, stating that there was immense pressure on him following his previous high profile losses, Derrick himself brings pressure, and pressure busts pipes…. However pressure can also produce diamonds. It’s Derricks 50th fight, his retirement fight and he’s eager to drag me into retirement with him. It’s was only by coincidence that I was made aware that this too is my 50th both, a perfect 100 and a chance for redemption. Wilder is delighted to be boxing in the Uk for the first time in 13 years since defeating Audley Harrison in 2013. It’s refreshing to have an opponent that I can hang with, clown with, have dinner and watch Tv with, with the seasoned maturity to be able to separate ourselves and be true sportsmen. Wilder views the Chisora fight as a prime opportunity to gauge his skills with a potential Usyk fight in the distance. If I beat Chisora in impressive style then I know I’m truly ready for that challenge. Let it be known, I’m not interested in Fury, but I have my evidence and know the real truths from those fights, I sleep well at night because I know the real truth and like they say, the truth will set you free. I’ve gone through hell and those who second guessed me will be made to eat they words, I fear nothing and have no distractions. Come fight night with Chisora and Usyk, I want all the smoke. 

Ajagba v Martin, scheduled for Feb 15th in Las Vegas.

Zuffa boxing presents ‘Zuffa Boxing 3’ its first major show of 2026 on February 15th at the Meta Apex arena in Las Vegas, when former IBF world heavyweight champion Charles Martin faces dangerous Nigerian puncher Efe Ajagba. Martin 30-4-1 (27 Ko’s) has only lost to the higher end of the division, more recently to Jared Anderson and Luis Ortiz in highly competitive fights. The LA based southpaw most recently stopped an overmatched Matt McKinney in 1 round 15 months ago. Ajagba 20-1-1 (14 Ko’s) is coming off a quite impressive showing where he scored a draw with Congolese boogeyman Martin Bakole, in a fight that many thought he had won. Efe had previously only lost once, a unanimous points defeat to Cuban flash, Frank Sanchez over 4 years ago. Ajagba seems to be the on form fighter and has been far more active than the former champion. Martin hasn’t seemed to be able to find solid momentum and despite being the more experienced and proven heavyweight, he may struggle with Ajagba’s long range style and workrate. However, an excellent kickoff for Zuffa in what is a brand new setting, the UFC base in south west Las Vegas on El Camino road and Sunset, 3 miles west of Harry Reid Airport. The bout is promoted solely by Dana Whites Zuffa boxing banner with the assistance of matchmaker Charles Bosecker, and featured exclusively on Paramount plus. 

Wilder v Chisora each celebrate 50th fight, April 4th, O2 London.

Derek Chisora's fight with former world heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder 44-4-1 (42) has been confirmed for the O2 Arena in London on 4 April.

The event will be a 50th professional fight for both 42-year-old Chisora and American Wilder, 40.

Chisora 36-13 (23) suggested last year, that his retirement would proceed his 50th bout which would take place overseas, however circumstances have arisen for the Finchley man to face Wilder on home soil. 

The pair were due to fight 13 years ago but Wilder withdrew from the bout after an arrest for domestic violence prevented him from travelling to the UK.

Chisora is on a three-fight winning streak, including points victories over Joe Joyce and Otto Wallin. 

Wilder held the WBC heavyweight title from 2015 to 2020, winning his first 40 fights, and was once considered the division's most feared puncher.

Wilder shared three epic fights with Tyson Fury including a 2018 draw followed by two conclusive defeats to Fury in 2020 and 2021.

Wilder returned from a years inactivity, following a traumatic knockout loss to Zhang along with personal issues in June 2025, scoring a seventh-round stoppage of little-known Tyrrell Anthony Herndon. Wilder v Chisora will likely feature as a PPV event and will be the Americans first fight in the Uk since his one round blitz of Audley Harrison in 2013.

Shakur Stevenson scores masterclass shutout over Teo Lopez to claim 4th Championship.

Shakur Stevenson dictated the fight tonight and was in complete control from start to finish, outclassing Teofimo Lopez to earn a wide unanimous decision victory and capture the WBO super lightweight title, his fourth championship in as many divisions.

The outcome was never truly in doubt. After a competitive opening couple of rounds, 28 year old Newark native Stevenson 25-0 (11 Ko’s) seized command by the third and never let go. Aside from a brief lull late in the fight, Lopez was unable to match Stevenson’s pace, timing, or precision.

Lopez (22-2, 13 KOs) had suffered defeats before, but never in such one-sided fashion, posing very little threat throughout and was unable to generate offense, effective enough to disrupt Stevenson’s rhythm. Stevenson, meanwhile, delivered a masterclass in control and efficiency.

With the performance, Stevenson further strengthened his case as one of boxing’s elite, making it difficult to argue against his place among the sport’s top pound-for-pound fighters, Lopez tonight, figuratively just made up the numbers. 

Ringside Judges scores read. 

Max DeLuca: 119-109 Stevenson.. 

Eric Marlinski: 119-109 Stevenson.. 

Steve Weisfeld: 119-109 Stevenson