Boxing Careers

Anthony Joshua celebrates after knocking out Kristian Prenga following two first-round knockdowns, illustrating the debate over his punch resistance.

Has Anthony Joshua Lost the One Thing Every Boxer Fears?

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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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Pierce O'Leary exchanges punches with Mark Chamberlain during their dramatic fight in Dublin that showed how defeat can sometimes enhance a fighter's reputation.

Can Defeat Sometimes Say More Than Victory?

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Pierce O’Leary suffered the first defeat of his professional career against Mark Chamberlain, but the result only tells part of the story. His courage, resilience and refusal to give in may have enhanced his reputation, proving that some defeats reveal far more about a fighter than another comfortable victory ever could.

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Harlem Eubank sitting in his corner after his first professional defeat, symbolising resilience and the opportunity to rebuild after adversity.

Harlem Eubank’s First Defeat Is Not the End of the Story

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Harlem Eubank has suffered the first defeat of his professional career, but boxing history shows one loss doesn’t have to define a fighter. We look at what comes next and why fans should resist writing him off.

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A symbolic boxing image featuring a champion and a rising contender standing either side of a boxing ring, representing courage, legacy and the pursuit of boxing greatness.

Boxing Greatness Is About More Than Titles and Unbeaten Records

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What defines boxing greatness? From Oleksandr Usyk’s fearless career choices to rising stars willing to take real risks, discover why history remembers courage more than perfect records.

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A tired boxer sits alone in the corner of a boxing ring after a fight, reflecting on retirement and the psychological challenge of walking away from the sport.

Boxing Retirement: Why Do So Many Boxers Struggle to Walk Away?

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Joe Joyce’s latest defeat has reignited the debate around boxing retirement, but the bigger question isn’t when fighters should stop—it’s why so many struggle to walk away. From identity and routine to adrenaline and one last payday, we explore the psychological battle every boxer eventually faces.

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