Latest news with #DeonNicholson
The Independent
06-08-2025
- Sport
- The Independent
Artur Beterbiev's next opponent named as Deon Nicholson with Dmitry Bivol trilogy delayed
Artur Beterbiev is due to face Deon Nicholson next, with his trilogy fight against Dmitry Bivol escaping him for now. In October, Beterbiev won a razor-close fight with Bivol to become the undisputed light-heavyweight champion, handing his fellow Russian a first professional loss. Then, in February, Bivol returned the favour, winning another tense fight to take all the belts from Beterbiev, who suffered his first pro defeat. Bivol, 34, later relinquished the WBC title to prioritise a third clash with Beterbiev, 40, over a defence against mandatory challenger David Benavidez. However, Bivol vs Beterbiev 3 will not be next anyway. The Ring, the magazine owned by Saudi boxing matchmaker Turki Alalshikh, has reported that Beterbiev will face Nicholson in Riyadh on 22 November. That bout is due to take place on the same card as Benavidez's fight with Anthony Yarde, in which Benavidez will defend the WBC light-heavyweight belt, having been elevated from interim champion after Bivol gave up the official strap. Beterbiev will enter his contest against Nicholson with a pro record of 21-1 (20 KOs), with Bivol being his only opponent not to suffer a stoppage by the veteran. Meanwhile, Nicholson has a record of 22-1 (18 KOs). The 34-year-old American beat Devonne Williams last time out, stopping him in the fourth round in June.
The Sun
28-06-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Deontay Wilder vs Tyrrell Herndon LIVE RESULTS: Bronze Bomber's big comeback ahead of potential Anthony Joshua fight
DEONTAY Wilder makes his boxing return TONIGHT as he goes head-to-head with Tyrrell Herndon! The Bronze Bomber has been out of action since his knockout defeat to Zhilei Zhang last June. Big Bang's brutal KO handed Wilder his fourth loss in his last five fights, with his only win coming against journeyman Robert Helenius almost three years ago. The former WBC heavyweight champion begins his bid to rebuild his reputation against Herndon, who is out to secure the biggest win of his career. A win for Wilder could see him move back into the fold for a big-name fight, with many boxing fans still keen to see the long-overdue Anthony Joshua bout. Today, 02:11 By Tom Sheen Full undercard We have to admit, the undercard is not exactly one to get the juices flowing... Chief support comes from Deon Nicholson who is currently ranked as the No 5 light-heavyweight in America and 15 by the WBA. The Equalizer takes on Devonte Williams, the Boogeyman - both have winning records and enter the ring in decent form, but Nicholson is the favourite. Here's the full card: Deontay Wilder vs Tyrrell Herndon - Heavyweight Deon Nicholson vs Devonte Williams - Light heavyweight Jeff Page Jr vs Jurmain McDonald - Cruiserweight John Cantrell vs Frankie Sparks - Heavyweight Yvonne Flores vs Simone da Silva - Welterweight Kayla Williams vs Helen Lucero - Light welterweight Nico Hernandez vs Ernie Marquez - Super flyweight Joshua Richey vs Chance Wilson - Super featherweight Today, 01:56 By Tom Sheen In from the Wilder Tonight is the big night for Deontay Wilder! The Bronze Bomber is back in action and looking to resurrect his career on home soil against journeyman Tyrrell Herndon. Back-to-back defeats have left his career hanging in the balance. Wilder, now 39, is hoping for a statement win as he chases big fights over the next 18 months. The long-anticipated meeting with Anthony Joshua continues to be a real possibility - having blown two big chances in previous years - while there could be a big-money meeting with MMA star Francis Ngannou.
