Home advantage in boxing shouldn’t really exist, yet a roaring crowd can transform the atmosphere of a fight. From giving an exhausted boxer another psychological lift to potentially shaping how close rounds are perceived, CMBoxing explores why fighting at home can make such a difference.
Why Does the Home Fighter Seem to Grow an Extra Gear? Read More »
Knockout percentages can be misleading. We examine why boxing punching power involves far more than the number of stoppages on a fighter’s professional record.
Why Do Some Boxers Hit Harder Than Their Knockout Records Suggest? Read More »
Boxing sparring can produce legendary gym stories, but dominating behind closed doors does not guarantee success on fight night. Here’s why sparring remains essential preparation without being a reliable prediction of who wins when it really matters.
Why Can a Fighter Dominate Sparring and Struggle on Fight Night? Read More »
Conor Benn can rebuild after losing to Ryan Garcia, but everything that came before the defeat makes his next move far more complicated. Does he even want to come back?
Conor Benn’s Biggest Problem Isn’t Ryan Garcia – It’s Everything That Came Before Him Read More »
David Benavidez vs Jai Opetaia is being discussed for 2027 after the two unbeaten champions came face-to-face in Las Vegas. Forget the contracts for a moment: their willingness to fight the supposed bogeyman might be exactly what modern boxing has been missing.
David Benavidez vs Jai Opetaia: Is This What Boxing Has Been Missing? Read More »