First round boxing is about far more than landing punches. From training camp and the ring walk to the opening jab, fighters are constantly revealing and gathering information that could shape everything that follows.
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Anthony Joshua recovered from two first-round knockdowns to knock out Kristian Prenga, but his latest victory raised an important question. Has Joshua started to lose the punch resistance that every boxer fears losing? CMBoxing examines why punch resistance often fades before power, what causes it to decline, and whether recent performances against Prenga, Daniel Dubois and Andy Ruiz Jr. point towards a worrying trend.
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Anthony Joshua’s career has been defined by much more than wins and losses. Since the shock defeat to Andy Ruiz Jr, injuries, trainer changes, personal tragedy and relentless scrutiny have shaped one of boxing’s biggest stars. This CMBoxing feature explores whether Joshua’s greatest battle has taken place outside the ropes.
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Boxing rematches have produced some legendary rivalries, but has the sport become too obsessed with running fights back? We look at whether familiar stories are preventing fresh contenders from getting their chance.
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This weekend, the world watches as Anthony Joshua faces Joseph Parker in a massive heavyweight unification clash. Most boxing fans know everything there is to know about AJ — but who exactly is Joseph Parker? Here’s a breakdown of how the New Zealander went from amateur standout to WBO world champion, and what we can
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