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Gennadiy Golovkin drafted in to save boxing at LA 2028 Olympics

Phil Jay — Fri, 27 Sep 2024 09:14:12 +0000

Former Pound for Pound King Gennadiy Golovkin has been tasked with leading the fight to save Olympic Boxing at the 2028 Games in Los Angeles. The President of the National Olympic Committee of Kazakhstan and the silver medalist at the 2004 Games in Athens has been appointed Chair of a new Olympic Commission by World… Gennadiy Golovkin drafted in to save boxing at LA 2028 Olympics

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Crawford vs Golovkin spikes interest despite early termination

Phil Jay — Fri, 23 Aug 2024 12:55:15 +0000

A high-profile clash between Terence Crawford and Gennadiy Golovkin fell apart before it began recently but may still have some legs with fans. World Boxing News reported that Turki Alalshikh had denied rumors of a Crawford vs. Golovkin offer to both fighters for a Riyadh Season battle. Alahshikh responded via social media to terminate suggestions… Crawford vs Golovkin spikes interest despite early termination

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Terence Crawford vs Gennadiy Golovkin KO’d in the first round

Phil Jay — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 18:13:43 +0000

A potential clash between Terence Crawford and Gennadiy Golovkin failed to get off the ground before the fight had a chance to gather pace. The internet rumor mill recently pulled a rabbit out of a hat with reports that Turki Alalshikh was attempting to pit Crawford against Golovkin in the coming months. Looking at the… Terence Crawford vs Gennadiy Golovkin KO’d in the first round

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Floyd Mayweather, the fight a prime Golovkin craved at 154

Phil Jay — Tue, 07 May 2024 21:31:59 +0000

Floyd Mayweather facing Gennadiy Golovkin has hit the headlines again as a super-fight that got away. Mayweather could have faced Golovkin as a super welterweight in an intriguing clash for the ages. Former Pound for Pound king Golovkin had his focus on landing one big fish before Mexican rival Canelo Alvarez, and that man was… Floyd Mayweather, the fight a prime Golovkin craved at 154

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Gennadiy Golovkin comeback still possible despite Kazakh election

Phil Jay — Mon, 04 Mar 2024 14:52:05 +0000

Gennadiy Golovkin is still open to offers for future fights despite taking on a new role within the Kazakhstan Olympic movement. ‘GGG’ has not officially announced his retirement despite being out of the ring since September 2022. Without that confirmation and exclamation point on his career, Golovkin has left the door ajar for a possible… Gennadiy Golovkin comeback still possible despite Kazakh election

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Exclusive: Ex-Golovkin coach saddened by break-up

Phil Jay — Mon, 05 Feb 2024 18:15:04 +0000

Former Gennadiy Golovkin trainer Abel Sanchez has spoken to World Boxing News exclusively regarding the end of their relationship. The pair, who worked together for a decade as ‘GGG’ rose from obscurity to the top of the sport, parting company in 2019. The ending came after Golovkin was robbed of a second victory over Canelo… Exclusive: Ex-Golovkin coach saddened by break-up

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Chris Eubank Jr calls out GGG for ‘them belts’ he no longer holds

WBN Staff — Mon, 04 Sep 2023 09:20:57 +0000

Chris Eubank Jr. mistakenly called out Gennadiy Golovkin for middleweight titles the Kazakh legend vacated some time ago. After his superb win over Liam Smith, the Brighton man took to the microphone to lay out his plans. However, losing to Smith in January must have made Eubank lose focus on the division, as ‘GGG’ doesn’t… Chris Eubank Jr calls out GGG for ‘them belts’ he no longer holds

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Gennadiy Golovkin offered the chance to return to the ring at 41

WBN Staff — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 09:03:28 +0000

Former Pound for Pound king Gennadiy Golovkin has been offered the chance to return to the ring after a year out following his second defeat to Canelo Alvarez in 2022. “GGG” walked away from his middleweight titles following a super middleweight defeat to Canelo, which many saw as an equaling of their saga. Golovkin won… Gennadiy Golovkin offered the chance to return to the ring at 41

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Gennadiy Golovkin retirement news leaked by Mexican legend

WBN Staff — Thu, 30 Mar 2023 17:52:04 +0000

Erik Morales, boxing legend and the coach of middleweight star Jaime Munguia says Gennadiy Golovkin will retire from boxing. Morales revealed that while trying to arrange a fight with Golovkin, he was told by GGG’s negotiators that the Kazakh puncher was leaving boxing indefinitely. Outlining how talks went down to rekindle a fight that a… Gennadiy Golovkin retirement news leaked by Mexican legend

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Gennadiy Golovkin title move sparks middleweight madness

WBN Staff — Tue, 21 Mar 2023 18:37:08 +0000

Gennadiy Golovkin gave up both his middleweight title belts and is no longer recognized as a champion for only the second time in thirteen years. The long-reigning knockout puncher dropped his WBA and IBF straps, later confirmed by both sanctioning bodies. “Kazakh Gennady Golovkin formally resigned from his world champion position. He will not face… Gennadiy Golovkin title move sparks middleweight madness

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Exclusive: A fight with Manny Pacquiao was in GGG’s career plan

Phil Jay — Fri, 09 Dec 2022 18:16:20 +0000

Former Pound for Pound king Gennadiy Golovkin longed for fights with Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao during the height of his powers. As WBN reported on many occasions, GGG was up for the challenge of boiling down to 154 and battling the generational pair. Former Golovkin trainer Abel Sanchez, who took the Kazakh puncher to… Exclusive: A fight with Manny Pacquiao was in GGG’s career plan

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Gennadiy Golovkin vs Jaime Munguia plans face world title delay

WBN Staff — Mon, 21 Nov 2022 08:54:59 +0000

Jaime Munguia’s chances of challenging Gennadiy Golovkin next face a diversion after the WBO ordered a clash with Zhanibek Alimkhanuly. Munguia was immediately linked to GGG following his easy victory over Gonzalo Coria. He stated in the ring that Golovkin was the number one target. Munguia vs Golovkin “This year, we couldn’t do Charlo, but… Gennadiy Golovkin vs Jaime Munguia plans face world title delay

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Boxing News: Golovkin has four options, Bam Rodriguez, WBO

WBN Staff — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 16:33:12 +0000

World Boxing News has learned Gennadiy Golovkin has two ordered opponents if the IBF and WBA middleweight champion decides to fight further into his forties. “GGG” lost last September for the second time in his career against Canelo Alvarez. He looked sluggish and old as he labored around the ring at the T-Mobile Arena in… Boxing News: Golovkin has four options, Bam Rodriguez, WBO

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Gennadiy Golovkin threatened with title strip after Canelo loss

WBN Staff — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 09:24:56 +0000

Middleweight boxing legend Gennadiy Golovkin has to face a solid mandatory challenge that could end his career if accepted. GGG lost to Canelo Alvarez when he couldn’t get out of the starting gate earlier this month. A shot-shy performance at 40 led many to offer their opinion that the Kazakh puncher should retire. Canelo walked… Gennadiy Golovkin threatened with title strip after Canelo loss

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Canelo vs GGG 3 PPV numbers released after “bombed” reports

Phil Jay — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 17:39:22 +0000

As reports swirl about disappointing sales, DAZN fired back by releasing the Canelo vs GGG 3 Pay Per View numbers. Last Saturday, Canelo Alvarez dominated and ultimately outboxed Gennadiy Golovkin to end their argument once and for all. In the process, the Mexican superstar defended his WBC, WBA, WBO, and IBF belts at the T-Mobile… Canelo vs GGG 3 PPV numbers released after “bombed” reports

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Shot-shy GGG too late as Canelo Alvarez ends trilogy victorious

Phil Jay — Sun, 18 Sep 2022 12:18:09 +0000

Gennadiy Golovkin couldn’t get going as the Kazakh puncher lost out to Canelo Alvarez legitimately in Las Vegas. Canelo held on to his undisputed WBA, WBC, WBO, and IBF super middleweight belts with a unanimous decision. GGG took eight rounds to get going and hardly landed until waking up in the ninth. By that time,… Shot-shy GGG too late as Canelo Alvarez ends trilogy victorious

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Canelo vs GGG 3 – Scorecard from Las Vegas

Phil Jay — Sun, 18 Sep 2022 12:17:39 +0000

World Boxing News provides a live scorecard from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas for Canelo vs GGG 3. Canelo vs GGG 3 Live Scorecard Undercard results Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez was made to work for his latest victory by a game Israel Gonzalez. In a fight marred by a clash of heads and a low… Canelo vs GGG 3 – Scorecard from Las Vegas

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Golovkin needs to end Canelo rivalry Pacquiao vs Marquez 4 style

Phil Jay — Sat, 17 Sep 2022 21:05:40 +0000

Gennadiy Golovkin can only get satisfaction from his previous two results against Canelo Alvarez by ending the trilogy in Pacquiao vs Marquez style. After being robbed in the first fight and possibly gaining a draw in the second, GGG has to put an exclamation point on the rivalry. If he walks away from the saga… Golovkin needs to end Canelo rivalry Pacquiao vs Marquez 4 style

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Golovkin out-weighs Canelo despite opposite weight direction

WBN Staff — Sat, 17 Sep 2022 11:28:30 +0000

Gennadiy Golovkin weighed heavier than nemesis Canelo Alvarez despite the pair moving in opposite weight directions. Golovkin is moving up eight pounds from middleweight. At the same time, Canelo is dropping back from light-heavyweight for the trilogy fight. The pair collide in an epic clash poised at the T-Mobile Arena for the undisputed super middleweight… Golovkin out-weighs Canelo despite opposite weight direction

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Manny Pacquiao vs Gennadiy Golovkin flatlined despite ‘hurt’ threat

Phil Jay — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 11:26:11 +0000

Gennadiy Golovkin is preparing for the biggest fight of his career this weekend. But they didn’t come much more significant than Manny Pacquiao. World Boxing News spoke to ex-GGG trainer Abel Sanchez regarding a potential fight with Pacquiao a few years ago. Golovkin was willing to agree to the battle. But on colossal stipulation ended,… Manny Pacquiao vs Gennadiy Golovkin flatlined despite ‘hurt’ threat

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“The Making of Canelo” premieres on DAZN ahead of Golovkin trilogy

Press Releases — Fri, 19 Aug 2022 16:16:47 +0000

Ahead of the historic and long-awaited September 17 trilogy fight between Saúl ‘Canelo’ Álvarez and Gennadiy ‘GGG’ Golovkin, leading global sports entertainment platform DAZN today announces the premiere of the latest instalment of its DAZN Originals series ‘The Making Of’ featuring boxing superstar Canelo. The three 30-minute episodes chronicle Canelo’s extraordinary boxing career to date… “The Making of Canelo” premieres on DAZN ahead of Golovkin trilogy

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EXCLUSIVE: Ex-GGG coach Abel Sanchez breaks down Canelo trilogy

Phil Jay — Mon, 11 Jul 2022 17:22:04 +0000

Former Gennadiy Golovkin trainer and a man he knows very well, Abel Sanchez, breaks down the Canelo trilogy for World Boxing News. Sanchez, who guided GGG to the summit of the sport, aired his views on the September 17th collision. The top coach discussed form going into the Las Vegas fight, a recent defeat for… EXCLUSIVE: Ex-GGG coach Abel Sanchez breaks down Canelo trilogy

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John Fury makes two jarring statements, one is a Golovkin doozy

Phil Jay — Wed, 20 Apr 2022 12:34:14 +0000

John Fury has made a couple of standout claims during fight week, but one on Gennadiy Golovkin that took place as son Tyson went through his paces made a real impact. The former fighter, father to the world’s heavyweight champion, began this week by dismissing his offspring’s words. Asked whether Tyson would retire, as the… John Fury makes two jarring statements, one is a Golovkin doozy

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Andre Ward calls Gennadiy Golovkin ‘Lil G’ in dispute

Phil Jay — Thu, 24 Feb 2022 10:18:44 +0000

Andre Ward and Gennadiy Golovkin have different versions of a story regarding a possible 2015 fight. Two of the best fighters of their generation, Andre Ward and Gennadiy Golovkin, got involved in a heated exchange leading fans to call for the fight. The pair went toe-to-toe on social media after retired former pound-for-pound king Ward… Andre Ward calls Gennadiy Golovkin ‘Lil G’ in dispute

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DAZN scales back, but they can’t afford to lose Canelo or GGG

Phil Jay — Fri, 11 Sep 2020 18:17:17 +0000

DAZN came into boxing with a blaze of publicity in 2018. Acting like they were the next Rockafeller of the sport, DAZN laid out millions on Canelo Alvarez to get noticed. Hailed the ‘NetFlix of Sport’ by many, DAZN had the business sense to launch. But it quickly became apparent that they were not savvy… DAZN scales back, but they can’t afford to lose Canelo or GGG

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GGG trains at Shane Mosley’s house as Manny Pacquiao rumors persist

WBN Staff — Sun, 16 Aug 2020 15:04:07 +0000

Middleweight champion Gennadiy Golovkin is back at ‘Sugar’ Shane Mosley’s house as rumors of a possible fight with Manny Pacquiao continue. ‘GGG’ has ventured to Big Bear to put some work in at former Pacquiao opponent Mosley’s gym at the grounds of his home. Golovkin is happy to be back working after returning to the… GGG trains at Shane Mosley’s house as Manny Pacquiao rumors persist

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Manny Pacquiao vs Gennadiy Golovkin ‘will never happen’

Phil Jay — Fri, 19 Jun 2020 10:01:51 +0000

A potential bout between Manny Pacquiao and Gennadiy Golovkin has categorically been ruled out after speculation mounted over the clash. Trainer Freddie Roach mentioned Pacquiao in a quote taken out of context, according to MP8 Head and advisor Sean Gibbons. Gibbons responded directly to the WBN story on the potential super-welterweight encounter, which Pacquiao fitness… Manny Pacquiao vs Gennadiy Golovkin ‘will never happen’

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Manny Pacquiao fight likened to GGG facing a heavyweight

Phil Jay — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 17:52:24 +0000

Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao facing the formidable Gennadiy Golovkin has been likened to the Kazakh puncher agreeing to fight a heavyweight. Pacquiao was linked to a battle with ‘GGG’ following words spoken by trainer Freddie Roach, although many took the notion of the bout in jest. Campaigning at 147 pounds, Pacquiao could drop as low… Manny Pacquiao fight likened to GGG facing a heavyweight

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GGG, Billy Joe Saunders worry as new foes emerge for Canelo

Phil Jay — Thu, 04 Jun 2020 15:26:26 +0000

At one point in time, super-middleweight champions Billy Joe Saunders and Gennadiy Golovkin seemed nailed to land a Canelo fight in 2020. A pandemic and uncertainty over the future have since shifted the sands against the two stars as Canelo scouts potentially new opposition. GGG and Saunders have now given way to reports Sergiy Derevyanchenko,… GGG, Billy Joe Saunders worry as new foes emerge for Canelo

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Three things Gennadiy Golovkin must consider after win

WBN Staff — Tue, 08 Oct 2019 08:52:47 +0000

Gennadiy Golovkin became a two-time middleweight world champion with a victory over Sergiy Derevyanchenko at the Garden. But it came at a price. GGG was given the nod by all three judges with the scores reading 114-113, 115-112 (twice). It was far from being a clinical performance. Gennadiy Golovkin Derevyanchenko was floored in the opening… Three things Gennadiy Golovkin must consider after win

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Exclusive: Golovkin’s ex-coach reacts to Derevyanchenko win

WBN Staff — Mon, 07 Oct 2019 14:32:21 +0000

WBN caught up with former Gennadiy Golovkin coach Abel Sanchez after the dust settled on his old charge’s latest performance. ‘GGG’ squeezed past Sergiy Derevyanchenko at Madison Square Garden, shipping way too many punches along the way. Many social media reactors had Golovkin losing the fight, but it was the openness of the Kazakh’s tactics… Exclusive: Golovkin’s ex-coach reacts to Derevyanchenko win

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Golovkin, Derevyanchenko both hospitalized after brutal war

WBN Staff — Sun, 06 Oct 2019 09:40:32 +0000

Promoters Eddie Hearn and Lou DiBella both accompanied their respective fighters to hospital on Saturday evening following a war between Gennadiy Golovkin and Sergiy Derevyanchenko. In what could possibly be a candidate for Fight of the Year, boxing’s pound-for-pound superstar attraction Golovkin (40-1-1, 35 KOs) and “The Technician” Derevyanchenko (13-2, 10 KOs) slugged it out… Golovkin, Derevyanchenko both hospitalized after brutal war

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Gennadiy Golovkin: I’m a little bit scared, maybe it’s Sergiy’s time?

WBN Staff — Tue, 01 Oct 2019 19:47:45 +0000

Gennadiy Golovkin has the opportunity to become a six-time world champion when the formidable Kazakh takes on Sergiy Derevyanchenko this weekend. ‘GGG heads back to Madison Square Garden once again in his quest to hold a version of the world crown every year for the last decade. Golovkin is a (-500) favorite in his fight… Gennadiy Golovkin: I’m a little bit scared, maybe it’s Sergiy’s time?

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Exclusive: Golovkin under legal fire from ex-management team

Phil Jay — Thu, 15 Aug 2019 17:13:39 +0000

Gennadiy ‘GGG’ Golovkin’s former management team of the Hermann Brothers have informed WBN, through their lawyer John Wirt, that further legal action will be triggered against the DAZN star. Due to sweeping changes across the representation of Golovkin in recent times, the Hermann Brothers have found themselves backed into a corner. Outlining their forthcoming actions,… Exclusive: Golovkin under legal fire from ex-management team

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Canelo vs Golovkin 2: Scorecard and results from Las Vegas

Phil Jay — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 22:59:04 +0000

World Boxing News provides a live WBN scorecard for the middleweight title rematch event featuring Canelo Alvarez and Gennadiy Golovkin. Below are complete results from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Canelo vs Golovkin 2 Canelo Alvarez overcame another Gennadiy Golovkin onslaught to fight fire with fire and take the middleweight titles in Las Vegas.… Canelo vs Golovkin 2: Scorecard and results from Las Vegas

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Exclusive: Demetrius Andrade would accept GGG fight on May 5

Phil Jay — Mon, 26 Mar 2018 13:21:34 +0000

Banner Promotions head honcho Artie Pellulo has exclusively informed WBN that two-weight world champion Demetrius Andrade is willing to act as a substitute for Canelo Alvarez. Speaking from Philadelphia on Monday morning, an excited Pellulo outlined that Andrade is in the gym preparing for a date close to the Cinco de Mayo blockbuster. According to… Exclusive: Demetrius Andrade would accept GGG fight on May 5

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Hail the new Pound for Pound king! – Gennady ‘GGG’ Golovkin

WBN Staff — Fri, 22 Sep 2017 08:43:09 +0000

Gennady Golovkin has claimed the WBN Pound for Pound top spot for the first time in his career on the back of Andre Ward’s shock decision to retire. The Kazakh puncher, who recently scored a moral victory over Canelo Alvarez despite the fight being a draw, moves up by default following Ward’s removal. Ward, 33,… Hail the new Pound for Pound king! – Gennady ‘GGG’ Golovkin

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Mayweather on Golovkin: It’s all about money fights – who is he?

WBN Staff — Sun, 26 Mar 2017 18:56:30 +0000

Floyd Mayweather has put the boot into Gennady Golovkin on the back of the Kazakh puncher’s less than impressive showing against Danny Jacobs last weekend. Undefeated Golovkin made heavy weather of his mandatory challenger, losing the fight on the unofficial WBN scorecard, but had his titles saved by the judges. There’s certainly cause for a… Mayweather on Golovkin: It’s all about money fights – who is he?

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