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Fabio Wardley squares off against Justis Huni in a tense boxing match under the floodlights at Portman Road stadium in Ipswich, with a dramatic sunset sky and a packed crowd in the background. Both fighters are focused and poised to strike, showcasing the clash of British power versus Australian skill.

Fabio Wardley vs. Justis Huni: Styles Collide at Portman Road

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Heavyweight Chess Meets Heavy Hands in Ipswich On Saturday 7 June 2025, Portman Road will play host to a high-stakes clash as local hero Fabio Wardley takes on Australia’s unbeaten contender Justis Huni in a fight that could shake up the heavyweight rankings. Streamed live on DAZN and promoted by Queensberry Promotions, this isn’t just […]

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Nonito Donaire stands triumphantly on a seaside platform in the Philippines at sunrise, wearing a hoodie with arms raised, symbolising his boxing comeback at 42. A coastal skyline, palm trees, and warm orange light frame the scene, evoking a Rocky-style training moment with a tropical twist.

Nonito Donaire’s Comeback at 42: A Testament to Boxing Longevity

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What is it with Filipino legends and refusing to call it a day? Just weeks after Manny Pacquiao announced he’ll return to the ring at 45 for one last crack at a world title (full story here), another Filipino great has decided he’s not quite done either. Nonito Donaire, a four-division world champion and one

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Algerian female boxer stands in a spotlight-filled arena wearing red gloves and a green vest, with two Algerian flags on her arm. Bold text reads ‘Imane Khelif Controversy: Gender Testing and Fairness in Boxing.’ This image represents the ongoing debate around Imane Khelif gender testing and fairness in women’s boxing.”

Imane Khelif Controversy: Gender Testing and Fairness in Boxing

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The controversy surrounding Algerian boxer Imane Khelif has once again thrust boxing into the centre of a much wider societal debate. After being barred from the upcoming Eindhoven Box Cup, Khelif has been told she must undergo mandatory sex testing under new eligibility rules introduced by World Boxing — the recently IOC-recognised rival to the

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A digital graphic features a headline about professional boxer Jaime Munguía's failed drug test, with bold text stating “JAIME MUNGUÍA’S FAILED DRUG TEST: A BLOW TO BOXING’S INTEGRITY.” On the right side, Munguía is shown looking serious, while a gloved hand holds a drug test container in the foreground.

Jaime Munguia’s Failed Drug Test: A Blow to Boxing’s Integrity

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Clean Record or Caught Out? So, Jaime Munguia has failed a drug test. Specifically, his A-sample came back positive for exogenous testosterone metabolites following his May 3 victory over Bruno Surace. His team were quick to push back, highlighting that Munguia has passed over 100 tests during his career and has “never previously tested positive.”

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An older, retired boxer sits on a bench in a dimly lit boxing gym, wearing gloves and a reflective expression. The image represents the emotional and mental challenges faced by boxers after retirement.

Boxers After Retirement: Why So Many Fighters Struggle Outside the Ring

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It’s a topic we’ve tackled before on CMBoxing, and for good reason — boxers after retirement often face a brutal reality. From mental health battles and financial hardship to a complete loss of identity, life outside the ring can hit harder than any opponent ever did. It’s one of boxing’s most overlooked issues, and it’s

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