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Tyson Fury knocks down Deontay Wilder during the fight. Photo: Reuters

Fury annihilates Wilder in heavyweight title rematch

Britain's Tyson Fury delivered a dominant performance in his heavyweight championship bout with Deontay Wilder on Saturday, overwhelming his opponent to earn a seventh round TKO victory in Las Vegas.

Wilder, Joshua, Fury — who is No 1?

Anthony Joshua gets a right hand past the defences of Andy Ruiz jun during their heavyweight...

Wilder, Joshua, Fury — who is No 1?

As Deontay Wilder gets ready to take on Tyson Fury in Las Vegas tomorrow, Dunedin boxing analyst Jack Salter rates his top 10 current heavyweights.

Former boxing star Jimmy Peau dies

Jimmy Peau (left) fights against Bomani Parker in 1995. Photo: Getty Images

Former boxing star Jimmy Peau dies

Commonwealth Games gold medallist Jimmy Peau – one of the biggest names in New Zealand sport during his brief heyday – has died in Auckland.

Parker brings in heavy hitter for preparations

Parker brings in heavy hitter for preparations

Joseph Parker's next opponent has been confirmed as American Shawndell Winters.

Joshua reclaims world title

Anthony Joshua celebrates after regaining four of the world heavyweight championship belts...

Joshua beats Ruiz to reclaim world title

Britain's Anthony Joshua beat Andy Ruiz Jr on a unanimous points decision in Saudi Arabia.

Henry ready for the unknown

Dunedin boxer Awatea Henry gets in some training at New Zealand Fight and Fitness earlier this...

Henry ready for the unknown

Awatea Henry has a big fight today and no game plan.

NZ title, selection for Henry

Successful Dunedin boxers Awatea Henry (left) and Kasib Murdoch at the national championships in...

NZ title, selection for Henry

Dunedin pugilist Awatea Henry had a weekend to remember.

Parker pulls out over spider bite

Joseph Parker pulls out of bout over spider bite: report

Kiwi heavyweight Joseph Parker has reportedly pulled out of his upcoming fight against Dereck Chisora due to a spider bite.

Fury overcomes gruesome cut for points win

Tyson Fury overcame a deep gash to his eyebrow and a spirited performance from rank outsider Otto...

Fury overcomes gruesome cut for points win

Britain's Tyson Fury overcame an early cut over his right eye to win a majority decision against his gutsy Swedish opponent Otto Wallin in Las Vegas on Saturday.

Graham has 'you can do it' message for young people

Boxing identity Billy Graham blasts out a tune on his harmonica while delivering a speech at the...

Graham has 'you can do it' message for young people

The yellow blazer, matching loud shirt and bow tie were a bit of a giveaway.

Parker frustrated over delays from Chisora camp

Frustration for Joseph Parker's camp as he heads out to the United States for a training camp ahead of his next bout.

Winning streak extended

Awatea Henry has extended his winning streak this year to a sixth victory.

Dunedin boxer fighting in Taipei tournament

A Dunedin boxer is representing New Zealand at this year's Taipei City Cup International Boxing Tournament.

Former Parker opponent tests positive for drugs

Dillian Whyte after beating Dereck Chisora late last year. Photo: Getty Images

Former Parker opponent tests positive for drugs

English boxing star Dillian Whyte has reportedly tested positive to a banned substance.

Defeat 'minor setback' for Joshua

Andy Ruiz pummels Anthony Joshua in the weekend's heavyweight title fight. Photo: Getty Images

Defeat 'minor setback' for Joshua

Anthony Joshua described his stunning defeat to underdog Andy Ruiz Jr as "a minor setback".

Golden gloves success for Henry siblings

Awatea Henry (right) throws a punch against Reece Holz, of Gore, in the final of the 69kg youth...

Golden gloves success for Henry siblings

It was a brother and sister benefit for the Henry family at the South Island golden gloves tournament in Kaiapoi over the weekend.

Ruiz stuns Joshua to claim heavyweight title

Andy Ruiz Jr knocks down Anthony Joshua during their IBF/WBA/WBO title fight at Madison Square...

Ruiz stuns Joshua to claim heavyweight title

Andy Ruiz flattened Anthony Joshua twice in the seventh round and capped one of boxing's biggest upsets to win his share of the heavyweight championship.

Queenstown fighter to make delayed pro debut

Queenstown boxer Richie Hadlow returns to the ring this weekend for his pro debut - five months after it was cancelled on medical grounds.

Big clash for Dunedin boxer

Dunedin boxer Chase Haley prepares for his bout against Andrei Mikhailovich at New Zealand Fight...

Big clash for Dunedin pugilist

Dunedin's Chase Haley will fight the Russian villain from Rocky IV.

Ruiz Jr still feels he was robbed

Andy Ruiz prior to a fight earlier this year. Photo: Getty Images

Ruiz Jr still feels he was robbed

When Andy Ruiz Jr looks at his professional boxing record, it's not his 32 wins that stand out, but his solitary loss, handed to him by Kiwi Joseph Parker.

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