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Spectator Sporting is a site where viewers can grasp a deeper perspective about the world of sports. Our examination of various teams and athletes suits the needs of the authentic fan, who values an in-depth viewpoint of the National and Chicago sports scene.We're focused and highly motivated to make Spectator Sporting full of high quality sports analysis for casual and passionate fans.
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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.
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Most disappointing Boxer of 2025---1:12
2nd Most Disappointing Fighters---13:23
Final Thoughts---25:27
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 Cha...
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 Vict...
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...
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 Spor...
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 P...
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 ...
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 Loom...
While in his prime, Gervonta Davis has signed up for a circus fight against the infamous celebrity fighter Jake Paul. Is Tank Davis finished with competing in professional boxing? Can Gervonta Davis repair his legacy after this fight? What does a Tank Davis self-exile from professional boxing mean for the Lightweight Division? How much support will this Jake Paul versus Gervonta Davis fight generate from the boxing world? Spectator...
Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis has finally made his move up to the Junior Middleweight Division. However, Jaron Ennis has earned a new nickname for taking on little known heavy underdog Uisma Lima. Does Ennis need this tune-up fight before his potential clash with Vergil Ortiz Jr.? Spectator Sporting got the answers on ‘Boots Ennis vs Uisma Lima Preview - Boots Takes on Tune Up for 154 Pound Division Debut' episode 203.
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"Be careful for what you wish for," is the quote being thrown at Murodjon Akhmadaliev. Naoya 'The Monster' Inoue was in complete control against M.J Akhmadaliev for a decisive and dominant unanimous decision victory. Is Naoya Inoue too many levels above the competition within the Junior Featherweight Division? Will Akhmadaliev be able to bounce back from this defeat and become a champion again? Spectator Sportin...
The most anticipated fight of the decade was a thrilling chess match, with the underdog coming out on top. How was Terence Crawford able to move up in weight and defeat the Undisputed Super Middleweight Champion Canelo Alvarez? Who should Canelo fight next? Should Bud Crawford finally hang up the gloves after this legendary victory? Spectator Sporting got the answers on ‘Canelo vs Crawford Recap - What Should Be Next for Canelo Alv...
Will Terence Crawford experience a rude awakening when he steps in the ring against the Undisputed Super Middleweight Champion Canelo Alvarez? Can Bud Crawford execute a strategy to upset Canelo on Mexican Independence Weekend? Will the most anticipated fight of the decade live up to the hype? Spectator Sporting got the answers on ‘Crawford vs Canelo Preview - Underdog Bud Attempts to Dethrone King Canelo' episode 200.
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For the last 2 years, Murodjon ‘MJ’ Akhmadaliev has accused ‘The Monster’ Naoya Inoue of ducking him. Finally, MJ Akhmadaliev has an opportunity to prove that he is the best Junior Featherweight on the planet. However, Naoya Inoue is the Undisputed 122 Pound Division Champ with a 90% KO rate! Will MJ surprise the boxing world with a victory in The Monster’s home country of Japan? Will Inoue silence MJ and stay undefeated with a vic...
Gervonta Davis and Lamont Roach Jr. were supposed to fight their heavily anticipated rematch on August 16th. However, Tank Davis legal issues pushed that date back, leaving The Reaper Lamont Roach in limbo. Will Gervonta Davis ever get focused enough to challenge a top contender or champion? Who should Lamont Roach Jr target next as Tank Davis goes after Jake Paul? Spectator Sporting got the answers on ‘Is This Gervonta Davis Last ...
Many in the boxing world would conclude that Canelo Alvarez overall resume is better than Terence Crawford’s. However, which boxer had the toughest challenges in their last seven fights? Both Canelo and Crawford has faced plenty of adversity and controversy this decade. Lets take a deep dive to see who’s taken the more treacherous path before their showdown on September 13th! Spectator Sporting will discuss ‘Canelo & Crawford’s...
Daniel Dubois convinced many in the boxing world that he deserved a rematch against Oleksandr Usyk and got defeated in much easier fashion. Usyk has cemented himself as clearly the best active pound-for-pound boxer in the world. Who should get a fight against the undisputed heavyweight champion next? Will Usyk sign up to fight Joseph Parker or a trilogy fight with Tyson Fury? How can Dubois bounce back from a highly disappointing l...
Tim Tszyu’s boxing career is in jeopardy after another knockout loss! The Towering Inferno, Sebastian Fundora’s confidence is growing after a decisive 7th Round TKO victory over the Soul Taker Tszyu. Which Junior Middleweight should be Fundora’s next challenger? How can Tszyu salvage his career? Spectator Sporting has the answers on ‘Fundora vs Tszyu Rematch Review – Who Can Defeat Sebastian Fundora at 154?’ episode 195.
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Shakur Stevenson was hell-bent on proving to the boxing world that he is not a runner. William Zepeda kept the constant pressure coming, but he could not overcome Shakur’s slick boxing skills. Is Shakur Stevenson the best boxer in the Lightweight Division? Who should Shakur fight next? How can William Zepeda bounce back from his first loss? Spectator Sporting has the answers on ‘Zepeda vs Shakur Stevenson Review – Is Shakur the Cre...
Daniel Dynamite Dubois has been viciously stopping his opposition. However, boxing’s pound for pound top ranked fighter, Oleksandr Usyk stopped him in their first match up. Dubois has made it clear that he wants his revenge but he must make some significant adjustments in order to be the first to defeat Usyk. Tyson Fury is back from retirement, looks like Joseph Parker was ducked by Dubois and Anthony Joshua is in hot pursuit for a...
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