Monty Betham claimed the NZNBF cruiserweight title with a unanimous decision victory over James Langton at the Super 8 Fight Night at SkyCity in Auckland.

The purple-grey five centimeter scar on Hemi Ahio's chest sits a little left of centre, closer to breastbone than his nipple. Not all that far from his heart, really.

The purple-grey 5cm scar on Hemi Ahio's chest sits not all that far from his heart.

Most sports stars only need a mantelpiece for their trophies. Sonny Bill Williams needs a giant garage.

Joseph Parker has caught the eye of the former heavyweight champion, who hopes to be ringside for a fight in New Zealand, writes David Skipwith.

Boxing champion praises Parker after knock-out win against Kali Meehan.

Joseph Parker is ready to be tested against Kali Meehan on Thursday night.

Kiwi boxer Joseph Parker might be used to delivering knockout blows, but a chance meeting with singing sensation Lorde has turned him into a big softy.

A chartered accountant from Napier will take on Irene van Dyk in this years' Fight for Life, it has been announced.

Is this the strangest pairing in Fight for Life history? TV3 reporter Jesse Peach will take on X Factor's Shelton Woolright in December.

The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has made the call for a ban following the death of fighter Davey Browne Jr.

Andrew Alderson writes: If previous editions of Fight For Life are an example, thousands will stride in with tuxedos and gowns for 'a good cause'.

Two legendary athletes approaching the end of their illustrious careers could stand in the winner's circle for the final time this weekend - but that's where the similarities end for Roger Federer and Floyd Mayweather.

Silver Ferns shooter is swapping the netball court for the boxing ring, as she takes part in the Fight For Life charity boxing event.

Manny Pacquiao's promoter says the Filipino boxer is ready to hang up his gloves after one more fight in 2016 and then make the switch to full-time politics.

Former league star hopes the fight will see him follow in the footsteps of his champion father, Monty Sr.

Heavyweight boxing contender Joseph Parker plans to follow in the steps of the All Blacks and take his talents to Samoa.

A biography of Sonny Bill Williams tells the story of his progression as a boxer - and how fighting helped his rugby career.

Dancing with the Stars presenter Hayley Holt gave as good as she got in a friendly sparring match against the world's eighth-ranked heavyweight boxer.

Kali Meehan says Joseph Parker's professional career will start properly when they meet in Auckland in October.