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Hundreds of items related to the life and career of boxing legend Muhammad Ali are now available for auction through AuctionMonthly.com. The collection includes rare items, signed memorabilia, trading cards, unseen photos, and boxing gloves, with a signed boxing ticket from Ali’s 1970 heavyweight championship bout against Oscar Bonavena being among the most valuable. Ali’s former attorney, Paul Jancha, collected these items over years of friendship and business partnership with the boxing icon. Jancha provides a glimpse into Ali’s post-boxing life and the simplicity of his civilian life through personal photos, many taken at Jancha’s home. The auction offers a unique opportunity to acquire pieces of memorabilia from one of the greatest athletes of all time.

Controversy surrounds the referee in the recent fight between Demetrious Johnson and Ben Askren. Fans and professionals alike are calling for an investigation into the referee’s decisions, which some believe prevented Johnson from securing a knockout victory. The referee, who has an impressive career as a boxing official, has faced criticism from Johnson himself, who believes the referee’s actions hindered his ability to dominate the fight.

Ryan Garcia, 25, reportedly placed a $2 million bet on himself to defeat Devin Haney in their fight. He emerged victorious, earning a majority decision victory and a substantial payout of $12 million on his bet. Despite being an underdog with a -910 spread, Garcia was given a favorable 55/45 purse split. Combined with his bet winnings, the fight became the biggest payday of his career, surpassing the $30 million he earned from his previous fight against Gervonta Davis.

Undefeated boxing champion Devin Haney lost his WBC super lightweight title to Ryan Garcia in a majority decision after being knocked down three times. Analyst Paulie Malignaggi believes this loss exposes Haney’s weaknesses and deflates his pound-for-pound ranking.

Former unified heavyweight champion Andy Ruiz has hinted at a potential return to the ring, responding to a social media post about a reported return date with a pair of eyes emoji. Ruiz hasn’t fought since defeating Luis Ortiz on points in November 2022 and has struggled to secure an opponent in the face of increased activity in the heavyweight division.

Despite concerns about his fitness, Mike Tyson has been hailed as a ‘unicorn’ ahead of his fight with Jake Paul. Former bodybuilder Brad Rowe, who helped train Tyson for his exhibition clash with Roy Jones Jr in 2020, believes he is capable of working a miracle in the ring. Tyson has shown he is clearly determined to prove his fitness, despite concerns that he could be injured prior to his meeting with Paul. His training footage has received mixed reception, with some of the boxing world actually impressed with his raw power on the pads.

Ryan Garcia confirmed that he bet $2 million on himself to beat Devin Haney and ended up winning $12 million. Garcia’s upset victory over Haney earned him an estimated $50 million in total, including his purse and endorsements. The boxer is now considering a rematch with Haney or a fight with Conor Benn.

In addition to his victory over Haney, made headlines for a reported high-stakes bet he placed on himself before the fight. According to reports, he wagered a significant amount of money on his victory and received a $12 million payout after winning the match.

Former heavyweight legend Mike Tyson paid a visit to rising star Devin Haney in his dressing room before his recent victory, showcasing his ongoing support for the sport and younger fighters. Despite his retirement from professional boxing in 2005, Tyson remains an iconic figure. Meanwhile, Joseph ‘JoJo’ Diaz Jr.’s remarkable physique became a talking point after he missed weight for his clash with Haney, leading to speculation about his discipline. Tyson himself appears well-disciplined in preparation for his upcoming fight with Jake Paul, slated for July 20.