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Medical staff administer oxygen to a boxer after a knockout as the article explores boxing safety, fighter welfare and the risks of professional boxing.

Does Boxing Still Accept Too Much Risk?

The serious injury suffered by Lee Reeves has reignited debate over boxing safety. Has professional boxing found the right balance between protecting fighters and preserving the sport, or is more still needed despite major advances in medical care?

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A cinematic night-time image of an ambulance with blue lights flashing, stopped behind a locked metal gate outside a large stadium. A suited figure stands on the other side of the gate, symbolising the tension behind the so-called “Ambulance-Gate” controversy.

The Truth Behind ‘Ambulance-Gate’

Chris Eubank Jr’s “Ambulance-Gate” accusation lit up social media — but behind the headlines lies a story of safety, reform and misunderstanding. CMBoxing breaks down how the British Boxing Board of Control’s post-Watson and Oliver medical rules make such claims impossible.

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A split-screen image representing boxing towel stoppages: on the left, a visibly exhausted boxer with red gloves slumps on a stool, showing clear signs of fatigue and defeat; on the right, a trainer stands at the ropes mid-action, throwing in a white towel to signal the end of the fight.

Boxing Towel Stoppages: When Should the Corner Step In?

Boxing Towel Stoppages: When Should the Corner Step In? In boxing, there’s a brutal beauty to perseverance — the warrior spirit that keeps fighters pushing when their bodies scream for mercy. But that same spirit can be dangerous. Fighters rarely quit. That’s why we need boxing towel stoppages — because the corner is there to

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John Cooney’s Injury at Ulster Hall: A Stark Reminder of Boxing’s Risks

Who is John Cooney? If you follow Irish boxing, chances are you’ve heard of John Cooney. The Galway fighter has been making waves in the lightweight division, racking up wins and proving he’s got what it takes to go far. Known for his slick skills and relentless work ethic, John Cooney was on the rise,

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