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Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson Preview – Shakur’s Career Defining Fight vs The Takeover on Deck

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Despite coming off a unanimous decision victory over William Zepeda, Shakur Stevenson has been searching for a matchup that would elevate him into the top 5 pound for pound boxers list. A victory over the Junior Welterweight Ring Magazine and WBO Champ Teofimo Lopez would put him there! However, Teofimo is coming off an excellent performance vs Arnold Barboza Jr and looks more focused than ever. Will Shakur Stevenson de-throne Teofimo Lopez after moving up from the Lightweight Division? Spectator Sporting got the answers on, ‘Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson Preview – Shakur’s Career Defining Fight vs The Takeover on Deck’ episode 214.

Intro to fight preview—0:27

Teofimo takes on huge challenge—1:05

Shakur’s quest to be the best—8:38

Predictions—19:08

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Best Fight Match-ups for 2026 & Solutions to Ducking in Boxing – With Fight Night Chicago

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What are the main reasons for the lack of mega-fights between boxers in their prime years? How can the boxing world give its fan base the marquee matchups with elite boxers more consistently? Which bouts must be made in 2026? Spectator Sporting, in collaboration with Fight Night Chicago, got the answers on ‘Best Fight Match-ups for 2026 & Solutions to Ducking in Boxing – With Fight Night Chicago‘ episode 213.

Intro—0:00

Fight Night Chicago Promo Collab—0:24

Causes & solutions to Ducking—1:48

Best fights to make in 2026—25:15

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Most Disappointing Boxers of 2025 – Which Fighters Should Make This List?

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2025 produced some great fights, but there should have been more! Ducking, canceled fights & cherry-picking opponents caused some guys to make this dubious list. Which boxers were a major letdown for their boxing fan base in 2025? Spectator Sporting got the answers on ‘Most Disappointing Boxers of 2025’ episode 212.

Intro—0:33

Most disappointing Boxer of 2025—1:12

2nd Most Disappointing Fighters—13:23

Final Thoughts—25:27

Previous Post: David Benavidez Decision to Leave Light Heavyweight Behind, for Now – Yarde vs Benavidez Review

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David Benavidez Decision to leave Light Heavyweight Behind, for Now – Yarde vs Benavidez Review

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David Benavidez overwhelmed Anthony Yarde with a flurry of power shots to end his night with a 7th Round TKO. The Mexican Monster’s dream of defeating Dmitry Bivol or Artur Beterbiev for the Undisputed Light Heavyweight Title will have to be deferred. As Bivol and Beterbiev seeks out a trilogy fight, looks like Benavidez will be moving up to the Cruiserweight Division. Should Benavidez attempt to become the next Undisputed Champion at the 175 Pound Division before moving up to Cruiserweight? Spectator Sporting got the answers on ‘David Benavidez Decision to leave Light Heavyweight Behind, for Now – Yarde vs Benavidez Review’ episode 211.

Intro to fight Recap—0:28

Haney vs Norman Review—1:04

Devin Haney’s Next Move—7:15

Brian Norman Jr’s Bounce Back Plan—14:29

Imagination Land: Canelo vs Benavidez—18:21

Previous Post: Devin Haney’s Victory over Norman Jr. Recap – Who can Defeat Haney?

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Devin Haney’s Victory over Norman Jr. Recap – Who can Defeat Haney?

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Devin Haney’s revenge tour is in full throttle mode after a surprisingly easy win over Brian Norman Jr. The now former WBO Welterweight Champ, Norman Jr had no answers for Devin ‘The Dream’ Haney’s superior fight strategy. Will Bill and Devin Haney focus their goals on getting revenge against Ryan Garcia? If no King Ry, who can give Haney some fierce competition in the ring? Spectator Sporting got the answers on ‘Devin Haney’s Victory over Norman Jr. Recap – Who can Defeat Haney? episode 210.

Intro to fight Recap—0:26

Haney vs Norman Review—0:51

Devin Haney’s Next Move—6:22

Brian Norman Jr’s Bounce Back Plan—15:44

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Ortiz Jr vs Boots Anticipation May Last Longer than Expected – Lubin vs Vergil Ortiz Jr Review

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Erickson Lubin was surprisingly quick work for Vergil Ortiz Jr, after suffering a 2nd round TKO loss. Now Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis is calling out Ortiz Jr to fight him next. However, Vergil Ortiz Jr has other options at the deep Junior Middleweight Division. Who should Ring Magazine’s top dog in the 154 pound division, Vergil Ortiz Jr fight next? Spectator Sporting got the answers on, ‘Ortiz Jr vs Boots Anticipation May Last Longer than Expected – Lubin vs Vergil Ortiz Jr Review‘ episode 209.

Intro to fight Recap—0:30

2nd Round TKO Review—1:09

Boots vs Ortiz Anticipation—7:16

Vergil Ortiz Options Besides Boots—14:29

The Deep 154 Pound Division—21:42

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David Benavidez vs Anthony Yarde Preview – Mexican Monster’s Light Heavyweight Gauntlet Journey

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The goal of David Benavidez was to fight the winner of the Dmitry Bivol vs Artur Beterbiev rematch for the undisputed Light Heavyweight title. But once again, the 28-year old Benavidez will have to embrace the Boogeyman role and wait longer than expected for that mega-fight. However, the relentless Brit Anthony Yarde is not one to overlook! Benavidez clash against Yarde has the potential to become fight of the year.  Spectator Sporting will discuss on ‘David Benavidez vs Anthony Yarde Preview – The Mexican Monster’s Light Heavyweight Gauntlet Journey‘ episode 208.

Intro to fight preview—0:31

Benavidez journey to Yarde—1:06

Yarde going for the upset—10:33

Predictions—17:51

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Brian Norman Jr vs Devin Haney Preview – Will The Assassin Catch The Dream?

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Devin ‘The Dream’ Haney took plenty of criticism for his plenty of footwork strategy against Jose Carlos Ramirez. However, Haney got the win and is now moving up to face a dangerous WBO Welterweight Champ, Brian ‘The Assassin’ Norman Jr. Will Norman Jr be able to cut off the ring and knockout Haney? Is Devin Haney too slick, fast and quick for Brian Norman Jr?  Spectator Sporting got the answers on ‘Brian Norman Jr vs Devin Haney Preview – Will The Assassin Catch The Dream?‘ episode 207.

Intro to fight preview—0:30

Devin Haney’s strategy—1:16

Why the Haney hate?—8:40

The Assassin defends his belt—15:08

Predictions—22:05

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Vergil Ortiz Jr. Vs Erickson Lubin Preview – Don’t Overlook The Hammer

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There’s been plenty of anticipation to finally see a Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis match-up. However, Ortiz Jr. Should not be thinking about Boots Ennis with Erickson ‘The Hammer’ Lubin determined to spoil his plans. Will Lubin pull off the upset and shake up the entire Junior Middleweight Division? Spectator Sporting got the answers on ‘Vergil Ortiz Jr. Vs Erickson Lubin Preview – Don’t Overlook The Hammer‘ episode 206.

Intro to fight preview—0:27

Ortiz Jr. 154’s Top Dawg—1:04

Lubin’s upset special attempt—9:44

Predictions—16:39

Is The Golden Boy holding back Ortiz?—19:41

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Jaron Ennis Toughest Fight Looms, After Easy Win vs Lima

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Jaron ‘Boots’/’Crocs’ Ennis received little resistance from little known fighter Uisma Lima, as Ennis won by a first-round TKO. Is the number 1 Ring Magazine Super Welterweight and WBC Interim Champion, Vergil Ortiz Jr next for Jaron Ennis? If Ortiz Jr lose to Erickson Lubin on Novembr 8th, who should Boots Ennis target in this deep Junior Middleweight Division? Spectator Sporting got the answers on ‘Jaron Ennis Toughest Fight Looms, After Easy Win vs Lima‘ episode 205.

Intro to Fight Review—0:35

Boots KO of Lima Recap—1:29

Ennis Next Fight Options—5:58

The Deep 154 Pound Division—15:06

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