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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 championship.

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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?

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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?

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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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Famous boxing trainers Cus D'Amato, Angelo Dundee, Emanuel Steward and Eddie Futch pictured alongside legendary fighters Mike Tyson, Muhammad Ali and other boxing champions.

Famous Boxing Trainers: Why Did They Become Almost as Famous as Their Fighters?

Behind boxing legends such as Muhammad Ali, Mike Tyson and Lennox Lewis stood extraordinary trainers. But what made Cus D’Amato, Angelo Dundee, Emanuel Steward and Eddie Futch so influential? We explore the tactics, trust and relationships that turned great coaches into boxing legends.

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