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Four boxing world title belts representing the WBC, WBA, IBF and WBO displayed inside a boxing ring, with a fighter standing in the background.

How Did Boxing Become a Sport With Four World Champions?

How did boxing end up with four world champions in every weight division? We explore the history of boxing world titles, the rise of the WBA, WBC, IBF and WBO, and whether the sport could ever return to one recognised champion per division.

Historic boxing rivalries featuring Joe Louis vs Max Schmeling, Muhammad Ali vs Joe Frazier and Nigel Benn vs Chris Eubank, highlighting boxing's cultural and political significance.

Why Were Boxing's Oldest Rivalries Often Bigger Than the Fighters Themselves?

Some of boxing's greatest rivalries were about more than winning world titles. From Joe Louis and Max Schmeling to Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier, historic boxing rivalries reflected political tensions, cultural divisions and national pride. But were these contests...

Manny Pacquiao pictured with championship belts and boxing gloves, reflecting on his legendary career and decision to continue fighting.

Manny Pacquiao: Why Is He Still Fighting When He Has Nothing Left to Prove?

Manny Pacquiao is an eight-division world champion with nothing left to prove. Yet, at 47, the Filipino boxing legend still wants to compete. Is he chasing another championship, or does he simply love fighting too much to walk away? CMBoxing explores the psychology...

Moses Itauma contemplating another world heavyweight title shot, with a championship belt and question mark in the background.

Moses Itauma: Another World Title Shot, But Why Rush?

Moses Itauma could be heading towards another world heavyweight title opportunity, but would rushing back be a mistake? CMBoxing argues that rebuilding his confidence, experience and reputation could be more valuable than immediately chasing another championsh...

Dalton Smith celebrates retaining his WBC super-lightweight world title against Alberto Puello in a split-decision victory.

Dalton Smith Retains His World Title – Why Can't Champions Win Ugly?

Dalton Smith retained his WBC super-lightweight title with a split-decision victory over Alberto Puello. But why do boxing fans struggle to appreciate a champion who finds a way to win ugly?

Illustrated boxing graphic featuring Shannon Ryan celebrating her knockout victory over Emma Dolan, with championship belts and the headline asking why boxing cannot simply celebrate a knockout.

Shannon Ryan Deserves Credit for Finishing the Job

Shannon Ryan avenged her only professional defeat against Emma Dolan in spectacular fashion. But rather than questioning what a quick knockout tells us, shouldn't boxing simply celebrate a fighter finishing the job?

O'Shaquie Foster pictured with three super-featherweight world championship belts following his victory over Emanuel Navarrete, raising questions about his mainstream recognition

O'Shaquie Foster Has Three World Titles – Why Isn't He a Bigger Star?

O'Shaquie Foster has unified three super-featherweight world titles, but why isn't he a bigger star? We examine why boxing's lighter-weight champions struggle for mainstream recognition despite their achievements.

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