Which boxing events does 2022 still have in store?
With 2022 coming to a close in the sports world, the boxing community can still, however, grab a tonne of high-profile fights and spectacles this annum – including a slew of championship fights and the continued return of one of the sport’s most recognisable figures.
At the time of publication, an ever-awaited heavyweight championship fight between WBC kingpin, Tyson Fury, and former heavyweight titleholder, Anthony Joshua has yet to come to fruition – with the duo seemingly further away than ever on terms, as the two eye separate December matchups.
An awaited grudge match between Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn also hit the skids this week after the latter returned a sample A test with VADA which tested positive for the banned substance, clomifene – resulting in the scrapping of their O2 Arena showcase.
Below, find 6 of the most anticipated and high-profile fights to land in the squared circle before the close of 2022.
Claressa Shields vs. Savannah Marshall
Set to share the ring on October 15. in London, two-time Olympic gold medalist, Claressa Shields draws challenger, Savannah Marshall in a middleweight championship offing.
The duo were initially scheduled to headline a London card back in September, however, the passing of Queen Elizabeth II forced the event’s entire cancellation and the postponement of Shields x Marshall.
Deontay Wilder vs. Robert Helenius
Despite initial rumors of a potential retirement from professional boxing following his second career knockout loss to the aforenoted, Fury, former WBC heavyweight kingpin, Deontay Wilder returns later this month on October 15. against Robert Helenius.
A formidable puncher, Wilder, who steamrolled the likes of Luis Ortiz, Dominic Breazeale, and Bermane Stiverne during his career, is a heavy favorite to defeat Helenius in Brooklyn, New York on the best boxing betting sites UK.
Devin Haney vs. George Kambosos Jr. 2
In a rematch of their June matchup in Melbourne, Devin Haney looks to land another career win over George Kambosos Jr. – having snatched the WBA, IBF, and WBO lightweight crowns from the Aussie as he added to his WBC spoils. The duo land in Melbourne once more on October 16. in an immediate title rematch.
Katie Taylor vs. Karen Elizabeth Carabajal
Off the back of her spectacular and historic win over Amanda Serrano at Madison Square Garden back in Irish sporting hero, Katie Taylor puts her lightweight titles and 21-fight undefeated streak on the line against challenger, Karen Elizabeth Carabajal on October 29. at the SSE Arena in London.
Taylor became the first female alongside Serrano to headline a Madison Square Garden event earlier this year, with the Bray fan-favorite eeking out a historic split decision win over the Puerto Rican over the course of 10 hard-fought rounds.
Jake Paul vs. Anderson Silva
Set for his next foray inside the squared circle, Jake Paul is slated to fight former UFC middleweight champion, Anderson Silva at an event in Phoenix Arizona on October 29. to boot.
Paul has been sidelined since improving to 5-0 last year with a rematch knockout win over Tyron Woodley in December, while Silva defeated former world champion, Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. last year, before adding a one-sided KO win over Tito Ortiz to his résumé.
Floyd Mayweather vs. Deji
Former serial world champion and sport icon, Floyd Mayweather has tried his hand – or hands at exhibition boxing matches since his retirement from professional boxing back in 2017. And is set to make his next splash into the sport on November 13. against YouTuber, Deji in the United Arab Emirates.
Featuring under the Rizin FF banner at the end of last year, defeating Mikuru Asakura with a second round knockout win. As for Deji, the YouTuber and younger brother of fellow boxer and musician, KSI, will return following a recent win against Fousey.
