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It's another Saturday and another jam-packed day of boxing across the world. Badou Jack (29-3-3) will step back in the ring for his rematch against Noel Mikaelian (27-3) for the WBC cruiserweight title.

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Badou Jack Mocks Noel Mikaelian With Stinging “Sparring Session” Dig

Badou Jack plans to make his second WBC cruiserweight title defense look easy. He felt he did that the first time around against Noel Mikaelian, but he plans to make it even more obvious in the rematch.

Badou Jack News / Big Fight Weekend / December 12

Badou Jack vs. Noel Mikaelian 2 quotes and fight prediction

Badou Jack (29-3-3, 17 KOs) will soon defend his WBC cruiserweight world title against Noel Mikaelian (27-3, 12 KOs) in a rematch. Their bout headlines a Bash Boxing card at the Ace*Mission Studios in Los Angeles, CA.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / December 11

Noel Mikaelian on Badou Jack’s Recent Comments: ‘Talk Is Cheap’

The cruiserweight division is shaping up to be one of the most exciting stories heading into 2026. On Saturday night at Ace* Mission Studios in Los Angeles, CA, live on PPV.com, WBC champion Badou Jack (29-3-3, 17 KOs) will defend his title against former champion Noel Mikaelian (27-3, 12 KOs) in a rematch of their tightly contested fight in May.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / December 11

Badou Jack Promises Clearer Outcome in Noel Mikaelian Rematch: 'There Are Levels to This'

WBC cruiserweight champion Badou Jack insists the first fight should have settled things but if Noel Mikaelian didn’t get the message, Jack vows to deliver it emphatically in the rematch.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / December 9

Is Badou Jack A Future Hall Of Famer?

The WBC Cruiserweight title this weekend pits the champ Badou Jack against Noel Mikaelian in their rematch, as Jack makes his case for being a ‘Future Hall of Famer.’ Jack initially captured the WBC title in 2023 with a 12th-round TKO victory over Junior Makabu.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / December 8

Badou Jack vs Noel Mikaelian 2 – Preview, betting odds and fight card for December 13

On Saturday, December 13, at Ace Mission Studios, Los Angeles, Badou Jack vs Noel Mikaelian 2 headlines a Bash Boxing, in association with 555 Media and Don King Productions event.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / December 8

Badou Jack Vs. Noel Mikaelian Breakdown

WBC Cruiserweight Champion Badou Jack rematches Noel Mikaelian on December 13, as we preview this upcoming fight. The fight takes place from the Ace Mission Studio in Los Angeles, as part of a $29.99 PPV with a twist.

Rayo Vallecano News / Fights Around The World / December 5

Full Fight Card Was Announced For The Badou Jack vs Noel Mikaelian 2 PPV on December 13

LOS ANGELES (DEC. 3, 2025) – Presented by Bash Boxing and 555 Media, Championing Mental Health’s CMH 2: Rematch Season has unveiled the full fight card for the highly anticipated event.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / December 3

Noel Mikaelian exclusive – ‘I’m definitely looking toward unification fights in the division’

Noel Mikaelian (27-3, 12 KOs) wants to unify titles at cruiserweight, but he will first have to defeat reigning WBC champion Badou Jack (29-3-3, 17 KOs) for that to be possible.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / November 5

Badou Jack vs Noel Mikaelian 2 on December 13 Heads To PPV

Boxing continues to add to its infatuation with putting fights on pay-per-view (PPV). On Wednesday, Integrated Sports Media announced that the rematch between WBC cruiserweight champion Badou Jack (29-3-3, 17 KOs) and Noel Mikaelian (27-3, 12 KOs) will stream live on PPV for the suggested retail price of $29.99.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / October 30

Noel Mikaelian Promises Revenge in Badou Jack Rematch: 'This Time, I’m Coming in Fully Prepared'

LOS ANGELES — Former WBC cruiserweight champion Noel Mikaelian says there will be no doubt this time. The 35-year-old German contender insists he was robbed in his first meeting with Badou Jack, and he plans to reclaim his title in emphatic fashion when they meet again on December 13 at Ace Mission Studios in Los Angeles.

Boxing News / NY Fights / October 29

Badou Jack and Noel Mikaelian Set Rematch on Dec. 13 in LA

Championship boxing returns to Los Angeles once more in 2025 as Championing Mental Health presents CMH 2: Rematch Season on Saturday, December 13 at Ace * Mission Studios in Los Angeles, presented by Bash Boxing and 555 Media.

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Badou Jack Open To Facing Jake Paul For WBC Title

With Jake Paul’s target of a future in boxing, the YouTuber-turned-boxer is set to face Julio Chavez Jr. on Saturday, June 28th, 2025. This will be the first fight for Paul since he won against former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / May 4

Badou Jack knocked world champion boxer’s teeth out during insane title fight

Badou Jack knocked a superstar’s teeth right out of his mouth in a truly magnificent world championship fight. Throughout his career, ‘The Ripper’ has displayed an incredible defense, with his high guard comfortably protecting him from the vicious shots thrown in his direction.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / April 10

Ryan Rozicki Tears His Bicep Weeks To Major Title Challenge

Badou Jack is set to look for a new opponent for a defense title match after his originally planned opponent tears his bicep during training. The two were set to square it up in the ring in Riyadh during the Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull card that will be taking place on May 3rd as an undercard.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / January 6

Badou Jack Eyeing Usyk Fight, Says Manager

Badou Jack could push for a fight with Oleksandr Usyk. That is according to his manager Amer Abdallah. Jack has not boxed since knocking out Ilunga Makabu to become the WBC Cruiserweight Champion last year.