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Why Are Brands Snubbing Rising Fighters? The Harsh Truth About Sponsorship in Boxing

Let’s cut straight to it—sponsorship deals are the holy grail for most fighters. They offer financial stability, brand exposure, and a much-needed buffer from boxing’s unpredictable paydays. Yet, while a select few at the top rake in fat endorsement checks, many rising fighters are left fighting just to pay the rent. It begs the question: why aren’t more young fighters getting the sponsorship deals they desperately need?

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Boxing’s Dirty Secret: Why Top Fighters Keep Skipping Mandatories

Let’s call it what it is—dodging mandatories has become a sport within the sport. Some of boxing’s biggest stars seem to treat their mandatory challengers like an inconvenient speed bump on the road to bigger paydays and headline-grabbing showdowns. And who can blame them? When there’s more money on the table for facing a fellow superstar rather than a relatively unknown contender, the business side of boxing often wins out. But here’s the question: should fighters be punished for it?

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BIVOL STEALS THE SHOW ON EPIC LAST CRESCENDO CARD

Billed as ‘The Greatest Card in Boxing History’ by many, Saturday’s The Last Crescendo card in Riyadh very much lived up to the expectation in a thrilling night of boxing action. We’ll be taking a look at the winners and losers following a huge night of boxing that has changed the landscape of the sport.

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‘THE GREATEST CARD IN THE HISTORY OF BOXING’ is finally here

Turki Alalshikh has done it again, and this time, he’s done it bigger and better than ever. On Monday night, the Feb. 22 card in Riyadh was finally announced, with the highly anticipated rematch between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol for the undisputed light-heavyweight championship topping a bill that has a world title on the line in EVERY fight—quite something We’ll be taking a look at each fight as we look ahead to one of, if not THE, greatest card in the history of boxing.

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Is It Time for an International Boxing Hall of Fame?

Let’s get straight to the point—boxing is a global sport with heroes hailing from every corner of the planet. Yet, the most prestigious honor in the sport, induction into the International Boxing Hall of Fame, is overwhelmingly US-centric. Sure, the Hall of Fame in Canastota, New York, has celebrated some of the sport’s international greats, but the fact remains: many fighters from outside the US are often overlooked.

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Are Fighters Protecting Their Rankings or Cheating the System?

It’s one of boxing’s dirtiest little secrets—top fighters gaming the system to stay at the top of the rankings without taking any real risks. While fresh contenders grind their way up, some big names cling to their status by staying inactive or facing low-level opponents. The question is: should boxing force ranked fighters to face top-10 opposition to keep their place? It’s a radical idea, but would it bring the competition back to life or push fighters to the breaking point?

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Could Live Scoring Finally Knock Out Boxing's Biggest Problem?

Imagine this: you’re ringside at a big fight. The atmosphere’s electric, and the fighters are leaving it all in the ring. But with every passing round, one question gnaws at everyone—who’s winning? Fans speculate, trainers shout advice, and commentators guess. Then comes the decision. Boos echo through the arena as the result leaves half the crowd stunned. Was it a robbery or just another example of boxing’s opaque scoring system?

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Robbed In The Ring? Should Fighters Be Allowed To Appeal Judges’ Decisions?

Boxing is no stranger to controversy—especially when it comes to judging decisions. You’ve heard it all before: “He was robbed!” or “Worst decision I’ve ever seen!” But here’s the million-dollar question: should fighters have the right to formally contest those dodgy scorecards?

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EL GATO’S ON THE PROWL FOR WORLD HONOURS ON HOME SOIL

Following on from the success of Chisora vs Wallin last weekend, big-time boxing stays in Manchester this weekend as the exciting Jack Catterall headlines a cracking Matchroom card against the undefeated American Arnold Barboza Jr for the WBO ‘Interim’ World Super-Lightweight Title.

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A POIGNANT FAREWELL AWAITS DEL

2007… The year that was better known for the outbreak of Bird Flu and Gordon Brown becoming Prime Minster. It was also the year when a future British boxing legend made his debut in the pro ranks. 

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The Coaching Crisis Boxing Won’t Admit: Where Are the Women?

Let’s pull no punches—women’s boxing has exploded over the past decade. From Katie Taylor’s historic rise to Claressa Shields’ undeniable dominance, female fighters are finally getting their due. But here’s the glaring omission: where are the women coaching these champions? For all the progress inside the ring, it seems the coaching corner remains stuck in the past. Female coaches are still rarer than a fair scorecard in a hometown decision, and it begs the question—why?

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The Mind Game: Is Mental Prep Making Fighters Soft?

Boxing is often billed as 90% mental and 10% physical, but what happens when the pendulum swings too far in one direction? In today’s fight game, it’s no longer just about having the fastest hands or the hardest chin—it’s about mastering the mind. Fighters are increasingly turning to sports psychologists, meditation apps, and visualization techniques to gain a mental edge. But here’s the big question: is this trend a game-changer, or are we overcomplicating a sport that’s been about grit, blood, and guts for over a century?

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The Harsh Reality of Rising Fighters: Why Many Still Need Day Jobs

Boxing is a sport built on dreams—the Cinderella stories of fighters rising from obscurity to global fame, from rags to riches. But let’s strip back the glitz and glamour for a moment. For most rising fighters, boxing doesn’t pay the bills. In fact, many boxers are juggling full-time or part-time jobs just to keep their heads above water. The harsh truth is that while some fighters bask in multi-million-pound paydays, others return to the grind of everyday work even after the fight of their lives.

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The Bold Plan to Shake Up Boxing: Drafts, Deals, and Drama

Let’s shake up the boxing world with an idea that’ll either make you cheer or cringe—a fighter draft system. Imagine this: top amateur talent getting picked by promotions in a dramatic draft event, much like the NFL. Fighters would be evenly distributed, ensuring no single promotion hoards all the star power. Sounds exciting, doesn’t it? But here’s the big question: could it work in a sport as fiercely individualistic as boxing?

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Beyond the Big Boys: Are We Overlooking the Real Action in Boxing?

Let’s get one thing straight—the heavyweight division is the shiny centerpiece of boxing. The marquee act. The division that puts bums on seats and draws eyes to screens. Ali, Tyson, Holyfield, Lewis, Fury—just say the names and even non-fans perk up. Heavyweights are the blockbuster movies of boxing: big, bold, and bankable.

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