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.

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?

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.

Women’s boxing has been on a relentless journey, from near invisibility to a global force in combat sports. Today, with trailblazers like Katie Taylor, Claressa Shields, Natasha Jonas, and Chantelle Cameron leading the charge, the sport is gaining recognition, headlines, and fan excitement. But the question remains: Is women’s boxing truly getting the respect it deserves, or are female fighters still fighting for relevance in a sport long dominated by men?

What a weekend of boxing we’ve just had! To sum it up, it was very much a case of the good, the bad, and the ugly across two massive cards in Texas and Riyadh.

It’s Sunday, and with Monday looming, the last thing anyone needs is more negativity—so let’s kick off with the positives.

Chantelle Cameron & Devin Haney both retained their undisputed titles over the weekend.

It’s the battle for undisputed in both Vegas and Dublin this weekend.