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Héctor Luis García Retires Abruptly Before Scheduled Bout — What Now?

Former WBA champion Héctor Luis García shocked boxing fans by announcing his retirement just hours before a scheduled fight. We look at why he walked away so suddenly, what it means for his legacy, and how it reshapes the super-featherweight and lightweight divisions.

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Game Over. Now What? Joe Joyce Refuses to Quit After Fight Setbacks

Joe Joyce’s career is at a crossroads. After a string of defeats, retirement seems like the smart choice — yet he refuses to call it quits. Could a final showdown with Dillian Whyte be the only fight left that makes sense, or is it time for Joyce to hang up the gloves?

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The Forgotten Contender: Why Boxing’s “Nearly Men” Still Matter

Not every fighter becomes a world champion, but boxing’s “nearly men” still shape the sport. From Jamie Moore and Spencer Oliver to Dillian Whyte and Joe Joyce, we explore why these contenders matter, and why their stories remain unforgettable.

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Heavyweight Hype Machine: Are Promoters Fast-Tracking Futures at a Cost?

Moses Itauma’s explosive KO over Dillian Whyte has reignited a long-running debate: are promoters piling too much pressure on young fighters too soon? From heavyweights to lighter divisions, boxing prospect hype has created more casualties than champions — with Campbell Hatton’s story a recent reminder of what happens when development is sacrificed for quick headlines.

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Is Pay-Per-View Killing Boxing’s Accessibility?

Boxing fans are being priced out. With DAZN subscriptions and endless pay-per-views, even routine fights are hidden behind a second paywall. Is boxing’s financial model destroying its accessibility — and risking the sport’s future?

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