World Boxing Council [WBC] News

The latest World Boxing Council [WBC] news.

The entire mandatory heavyweight order explained: 2024 – 2026

April 25, 2024

World Boxing News outlines what will transpire regarding the mandatory heavyweight order following next month’s undisputed battle. Challengers are jockeying for positions to put themselves in contention to be the maiden title defense for the… The entire mandatory heavyweight order explained: 2024 – 2026

WBC President requests Ryan Garcia chat after ‘mental games’

April 23, 2024

Mauricio Sulaiman commented for the first time on the controversy surrounding Ryan Garcia during the build-up to his fight with Devin Haney. Garcia was out of control in some instances, not only on social media… WBC President requests Ryan Garcia chat after ‘mental games’

Devin Haney remains WBC champion despite defeat

April 22, 2024

The WBC faced questions over the weekend as Devin Haney woke up Sunday morning as the WBC super lightweight champion despite losing. Haney got dropped three times by Ryan Garcia on his way to a… Devin Haney remains WBC champion despite defeat

Mauricio Sulaiman column: No to pro boxers at the Olympics

April 12, 2024

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) recently expressed its position regarding boxing and its future in the Olympic Games. The IOC categorically confirmed that IBA, formerly called AIBA, is excluded from any recognition as the international… Mauricio Sulaiman column: No to pro boxers at the Olympics

Fury vs Usyk, six judges? The WBC previously used EIGHT

April 9, 2024

World Boxing News can reveal a previous instance of the WBC using eight judges for a title fight, as six were sought for Fury vs Usyk. WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman remains hopeful of an agreement… Fury vs Usyk, six judges? The WBC previously used EIGHT

Exclusive: WBO President rejects six judges for Fury vs Usyk

March 23, 2024

WBO President Paco Valcarcel informed World Boxing News that he won’t accept any request for six judges at Fury vs Usyk. World Boxing Council President Mauricio Sulaiman proposed having six officials ringside to oversee the… Exclusive: WBO President rejects six judges for Fury vs Usyk

WBC reminds boxers how to sign up for Clean Boxing Program

March 12, 2024

World Boxing Council chiefs have reminded boxers about signing up for the Clean Boxing Program. Boxers need to be involved if they plan to remain in the WBC top fifteen ratings in any division. Here’s… WBC reminds boxers how to sign up for Clean Boxing Program

Jermell Charlo loses every 154lb world title belt he once held

March 2, 2024

Jermell Charlo no longer holds any of his undisputed super welterweight titles after he decided to face Canelo Alvarez in September. Charlo had mandatories stacking up before the fall 2023 clash with Canelo. However, the… Jermell Charlo loses every 154lb world title belt he once held

World Boxing Council savaged for lack of ‘strict liability’ drug testing

February 27, 2024

The World Boxing Council faces further scrutiny of its drug testing policy following the decision not to apply ‘strict liability’ to the ongoing rules. WBC chiefs previously faced questions over its ‘prove the boxer intentionally… World Boxing Council savaged for lack of ‘strict liability’ drug testing

Heavyweight ratings banishment hits Andy Ruiz Jr. hard

February 22, 2024

Andy Ruiz Jr. continues his long road to a return in 2024, knowing his WBC heavyweight title final eliminator falls under a distant memory. The former unified world champion underwent surgery for a torn rotator… Heavyweight ratings banishment hits Andy Ruiz Jr. hard

WBC under fire again over Fury vs Usyk and Canelo ‘protection’

February 21, 2024

The WBC is facing heavy fire again over two significant concerns from boxing fans and the media. Those frustrations come over the Fury vs Usyk fight and Canelo on Cinco de Mayo. WBC President Mauricio… WBC under fire again over Fury vs Usyk and Canelo ‘protection’

WBC confirms super lightweight title defense for Devin Haney

February 16, 2024

The World Boxing Council has confirmed that Devin Haney will defend his WBC super lightweight title on April 20 before the official announcement. Golden Boy and DAZN have yet to put out a release on… WBC confirms super lightweight title defense for Devin Haney

WBO clarifies strict liability for drug fails, WBC urged to follow

February 7, 2024

The World Boxing Organization [WBO] has clarified the use of ‘strict liability’ for drug test fails in a shake-up to the recent controversy. Under the rubber-stamped adoptancy, Conor Benn and Alycia Baumgardner would now be… WBO clarifies strict liability for drug fails, WBC urged to follow

WBC trial red towel for stoppages, confirm trans boxing rule

February 5, 2024

The WBC [World Boxing Council] has confirmed trialing a new red towel for stoppages and ruled on the future of trans boxing. WBC chiefs approved using the towel following several high-profile fights ending with corners… WBC trial red towel for stoppages, confirm trans boxing rule

Vacant WBC heavyweight title on the line for Joanisse vs Vidal

February 4, 2024

Outaouais native Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse will have a new opportunity to grasp a world championship belt on March 7th as the vacant WBC heavyweight world title will be on the line in her bout against Abril… Vacant WBC heavyweight title on the line for Joanisse vs Vidal

What is a WBC Champion in Recess?

January 27, 2024

WBC Champion in Recess is in the headlines once again. World Boxing News explains exactly what that title means for a boxer. Jermell Charlo is the latest World Boxing Council titleholder to be given ‘WBC… What is a WBC Champion in Recess?