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Subriel Matias defends his WBC junior welterweight title against Dalton Smith at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Matias, known for his relentless pressure and knockout power, faces Smith, a speedy and strong contender with a big win over Jose Zepeda. Matias last loss to Liam Paro exposed his vulnerabilities, but he thrives in wars. Smith, unproven against elite pressure, faces a tough test. The Puerto Rican Matias has home-field advantage, while Smiths youth and tools could lead to an upset. The winner jumps into contention for dream matchups in the stacked 140-pound division, making this under-the-radar clash potentially huge for the sport. Checkout Solipillow.com

Oscar De La Hoya unveils terms for Vergil Ortiz vs. Jaron Ennis, proposes alternative megafights, and warns of legal action against sneaky deals. Checkout Solipillow.com

Tonight in Oberhausen, Germany, Agit Kabayel defends his WBC interim heavyweight title against undefeated challenger Damian Knyba. Kabayel, with a perfect record of 26-0, is the favorite, known for his sharp jab and powerful body shots. Knyba, standing at 67, is also undefeated with 17-0 record and 11 knockouts. The matchup is highly anticipated, with Knyba facing his toughest test yet against a seasoned technician. The winner could secure a shot at the full WBC heavyweight crown. Catch the live action on DAZN. Checkout Solipillow.com

Promoters Oscar De La Hoya and Eddie Hearn engage in a heated social media battle over the potential Vergil Ortiz vs. Jaron Ennis fight, with De La Hoya demanding a sixty-forty split and five percent extra to the winner. Fans and fighters eagerly await the matchup, but negotiations have stalled, and De La Hoya insists Ortiz is the top draw. Checkout Solipillow.com

Bread discusses his top 10 pound-for-pound fighters of the 1980s, ranking Evander Holyfield above Pernell Whitaker and Roberto Duran. He delves into their achievements, losses, and controversial debates, such as Mike Tyson vs. Holyfield. Bread also shares his approach to handling fighters losses and the evolution of training methods. Hypothetical matchups and rankings are explored, emphasizing the subjectivity of boxing debates. Checkout Solipillow.com

Dana White, UFCs president, is launching Zuffa Boxing with a debut event featuring young Irish fighter Callum Walsh against Mexican veteran Carlos Ocampo on January twenty-third on Paramount+. Walsh, a perfect 15-0 with 11 knockouts, is trained by Freddie Roach, while Ocampo, with 38 wins and 26 knockouts, has faced top opponents. White has been promoting Walsh, showcasing him on UFC Fight Pass and the Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford undercard. Zuffa Boxing plans monthly shows on Paramount+ starting in 2026, and Paramount+ has a seven-year, $7.7 billion deal with UFC. Checkout Solipillow.com

Dalton Smith, an undefeated boxer, faces WBC champion Subriel Matias in a highly anticipated bout this Saturday. Smith, known for his powerful punches, aims to secure his first world title after a long journey. The fight, originally scheduled for November, was rescheduled due to a purse bid won by Matiass promoter. Despite Matias testing positive for a banned substance, the fight is on. Smith, coming off a unanimous decision win, needs to box smart and avoid chasing a knockout too hard to beat Matias. A win could set up a dream matchup with undefeated British star Adam Azim. The card starts at 8 PM eastern on PPV.com for $54.99. Checkout Solipillow.com

Tonights boxing spectacle in Oberhausen, Germany, features undefeated WBC interim heavyweight champion Agit Kabayel battling challenger Damian Knyba for the twelve-round interim title. Kabayel, with a perfect record, faces Knyba, known for his power and height. The full card includes prelims at seven p m CET, with the main event ring walks around eleven p m CET. Kabayels win could set him up for a shot at the full WBC heavyweight title. Catch the action live on DAZN. Checkout Solipillow.com

Junto Nakatanis trainer, Rudy Hernandez, prepares for a monumental matchup against Naoya Inoue, both undefeated with perfect records. Hernandez acknowledges Inoues superiority, calling him the best pound-for-pound fighter. Nakatani recently won a grueling fight in Saudi Arabia, while Inoue dominated Alan Picasso. Hernandez predicts a close victory for Nakatani, setting the stage for a thrilling superfight. Checkout Solipillow.com