Johan Alyas Blanco

Johan Alyas Blanco

Johan Alyas Blanco is a writer for KO On SI. He’s also written for Fightlete and has covered various events in combat sports. He’s also worked as a News Producer in Orlando and Tallahassee, and was a part of UCF's sports show, Hitting The Field. He attended UCF and graduated with a bachelor's degree in journalism in 2022.

Hall of Fame boxing legend Manny Pacquiao on June 3, 2025.

Manny Pacquiao Reveals What He's "Worried" About Ahead of Mario Barrios Fight

A lot is at stake July 19th for Manny Pacquiao and Mario Barrios, and even the "PacMan" knows that.

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Hamzah Sheeraz Knocks Out Edgar Berlanga In 5th Round, Dominates In Statement Win

New weight class, new contender. Hamzah Sheeraz makes a statement at 168 lbs, stops Edgar Berlanga in five rounds.

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Shakur Stevenson Puts On Masterclass, Beats William Zepeda By UD To Retain WBC Lightweight Title

Shakur Stevenson reminds people why he is one of the most technical boxers in the world, beating William Zepeda by unanimous decision.

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Katie Taylor (right) throwing a right hand against Amanda Serrano (left).

Katie Taylor Sweeps Trilogy, Beats Amanda Serrano By Majority Decision

"The Bray Bomber" seals the rivalry, beating Amanda Serrano in a record-breaking, all-women, fight card at Madison Square Garden.

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Taylor vs Serrano Undercard Results: Alycia Baumgardner Stays Undisputed At Record-Breaking Event

A record amount of titles changing hands, and several promotional debuts ahead of the highly anticipated trilogy fight between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano.

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Gary Antuanne Russell To Fight In Oct, Wants Alberto Puello-Subriel Matias Winner

The current WBA junior welterweight champion is set to return this fall, and he's looking to add more belts to his mantel.

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Osleys Iglesias vs Vladimir Shishkin IBF Mandatory Fight Official For September 4th

The boogeyman at super-middleweight could be one fight closer to fighting for a world title.

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Jim Lampley

Jim Lampley Joining Broadcast Team For Berlanga vs Sheeraz This Saturday

The legendary blow-by-blow announcer will once again make his presence ringside once again for yet another Ring Magazine card.

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Edgar Berlanga Trades Shots With Oscar De La Hoya, Calls Him A Stripper

"The Chosen One" definitely stole the show at the final press conference ahead of Hamah Sheeraz fight, even going at a legendary promoter.

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Naoya Inoue vs Murodjon Akhmadaliev Set For Sept. 14 In Japan, Takei Headlines Undercard

Naoya Inoue vs. "MJ" Akhmadaliev made official, "The Monster" reveals this is his "best" opponent of his career.

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Exclusive: Xander Zayas Looking To Win First World Title On Final Top Rank-ESPN Card

Top Rank Boxing's most notorious prospect eyes his crowning moment, as he headlines their final card on ESPN.

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Old Sparring Video Of Terence Crawford Sparks Skepticism Ahead Of Canelo Alvarez Fight

Old sparring footage between Terence Crawford and a current middleweight champion has resurfaced, drawing debate and doubt about "Bud's" chances at 168 lbs.

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