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Is Boxing Still Building Careers — or Just Moments?

Modern boxing feels faster and louder than ever — but is it still building long-term careers, or just chasing viral moments? This Sunday CMBoxing piece breaks down how promoters shape...

Dramatic boxing arena scene with two fighters facing off in a packed stadium, bright lights and pyrotechnics highlighting the debate around what makes a big boxing fight in 2026.

What Makes a “Big Fight” Feel Big in 2026?

Are there any true big fights in 2026 — or just big moments? We break down what actually creates anticipation, tension and genuine stakes in modern boxing.

Young boxer celebrating victory on one side of a split image while the same fighter sits bruised and defeated in the corner on the other, symbolising the highs and lows of boxing prospect development.

When Hype Meets Reality: Why Some Prospects Plateau Early

Why do some promising fighters plateau once the hype fades? This piece examines boxing prospect development through the careers of David Price and Campbell Hatton.

Dramatic landscape graphic showing British heavyweight boxers facing off in a boxing arena with bold text reading “British Heavyweight Boxing Risks: Real Change or Just an Exception?”

Are British Heavyweights Finally Taking Risks Again?

For years, one of the biggest criticisms aimed at the domestic scene has been simple: too much protection, not enough jeopardy. British heavyweight boxing risks used to be the norm....

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How Mandatory Challengers Actually Work in World Boxing

The term “mandatory” gets used constantly in boxing — but how does it really work? This breakdown explains boxing mandatory challenger rules, how they’re enforced, and why big-money...

Shakur Stevenson and Conor Benn face off in a dramatic split-screen fight graphic with bold headline text reading “Stevenson vs Benn – Real Fight or Social Media Smoke?”

Stevenson vs Benn Talk: Real Fight or Social Media Smoke?

Talk of Shakur Stevenson vs Conor Benn is gathering pace — but is it a realistic fight or just social media smoke? We break down the weight issues, styles and career implications.

Fabio Wardley and Daniel Dubois facing off with the world heavyweight title belt ahead of their Wardley Dubois fight 2026 showdown

Wardley vs Dubois for a World Title: Big Fight, Bigger Questions

The Wardley Dubois fight 2026 is official and it’s for a world title. But with Wardley defending a vacant belt and Dubois rebuilding after Usyk, does this truly feel like an elite heavyweight...

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