WBA news, written in our own words with every source linked. It is known for having more than one champion per division, with 'Super' and 'Regular' titles.
New WBA stories appear here as they are published.
What we cover on WBA
The World Boxing Association is the oldest of boxing's sanctioning bodies, founded in 1921 as the National Boxing Association. It is known for having more than one champion per division, with 'Super' and 'Regular' titles. Oleksandr Usyk vacated its heavyweight belt on June 26, 2026.
| Fact | WBA |
|---|---|
| Founded (as the National Boxing Association) | 1921 |
| Headquarters | Panama |
| President | Gilberto Jesús Mendoza |
| Title tiers | Super · Regular |
| Usyk vacated the heavyweight title | Jun 26, 2026 |
How we report WBA news
Every WBA story on Wrestling Headliner is written in our own words from the original source, which is linked at the foot of the story. Results stories go up the night of the event and are expanded into full results pages with tables and analysis. Rumors are kept separate and rated for credibility.
Coverage led by David Thompson, MMA & Boxing Editor. Fact-checked by John Miller, Editor-in-Chief.