Talent can make you a world champion, but what happens between fights can define your career. From Andy Ruiz Jr and Ricky Hatton to Floyd Mayweather and Carl Froch, the boxer lifestyle is about far more than training camp.
Living the Boxer Lifestyle: Talent Means Nothing If You Don’t Live the Life Read More »
Andy Ruiz Jr will forever be remembered for shocking Anthony Joshua in 2019, but after his defeat to Damian Knyba, is it time to stop judging him by one extraordinary night?
Was Andy Ruiz Jr Losing Really That Much of an Upset? Read More »
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.
What Does the First Round of a Boxing Match Actually Tell You? Read More »
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.
Has Anthony Joshua Lost the One Thing Every Boxer Fears? Read More »
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.
Anthony Joshua’s Toughest Opponent Hasn’t Been in the Ring Read More »