Let’s get one thing straight: just because you’ve conquered the amateur ranks, draped yourself in gold medals, and been hailed as the next big thing, doesn’t mean you’re destined for professional glory. Boxing history is littered with amateur stars who failed to transition into successful pros. But why? What is it about crossing over to the professional ranks that separates the hype from the hope, the contenders from the pretenders?

In boxing, the decision to retire is as much about the heart as it is about the head. Fighters are wired differently—unwavering in their belief that there’s always one more fight, one more shot at glory. But as careers stretch into their twilight years, the question becomes: are boxers holding on too long, risking their health and legacy for dreams that might never materialise? And who, if anyone, has the right to tell a fighter when to hang up their gloves?

Boxing is a sport defined by discipline, grit, and meticulous preparation. But look closer, and you’ll see another side to it—a world of quirky superstitions, pre-fight rituals, and deeply held beliefs that shape a fighter’s mindset long before they step into the ring. Are these rituals essential psychological armour, or are they simply comforting habits in a chaotic sport? For some fighters, superstitions and routines have become as indispensable as their gloves.

In today’s boxing world, it seems a fighter can’t step into the ring without first running their mouth. Trash talk has become as central to the fight game as the punches themselves—maybe even more so. But here’s the big question: Is this banter building excitement and giving fans a reason to tune in, or is it just cheapening the sport with cheap shots?

One of the biggest names in boxing returns to action this weekend as Canelo Alvarez takes on Jermell Charlo in Las Vegas.

This coming Saturday, Canelo Alvarez defends his undisputed super-middleweight championship for the third time, but prior to the main event, there’s an undercard to get the juices of boxing fans flowing. We’ve picked two fights and two fighters to watch out for, including a debutant tipped for future stardom by Floyd Mayweather.

The fact Floyd Mayweather rang the final bell on his boxing career with an unblemished record, remaining undefeated in 50 professional bouts, tells us everything we need to know about his commitment to the cause.