Body punching in boxing is often overlooked in favour of spectacular knockouts. But as legends like Chávez, Durán and McCallum demonstrated, intelligent attacks downstairs can change the course of a fight.
Why Is Body Punching One of Boxing’s Most Underrated Skills? Read More »
York Hall boxing has been part of British boxing history for generations. With the Bethnal Green venue closed until 2027, CMBoxing explores why its spiritual home must be protected, whatever the cost of preserving its future.
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How did boxing end up with four world champions in every weight division? We explore the history of boxing world titles, the rise of the WBA, WBC, IBF and WBO, and whether the sport could ever return to one recognised champion per division.
How Did Boxing Become a Sport With Four World Champions? Read More »
Some of boxing’s greatest rivalries were about more than winning world titles. From Joe Louis and Max Schmeling to Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier, historic boxing rivalries reflected political tensions, cultural divisions and national pride. But were these contests genuinely bigger than sport, or did promoters and supporters create the legends?
Why Were Boxing’s Oldest Rivalries Often Bigger Than the Fighters Themselves? Read More »
Behind boxing legends such as Muhammad Ali, Mike Tyson and Lennox Lewis stood extraordinary trainers. But what made Cus D’Amato, Angelo Dundee, Emanuel Steward and Eddie Futch so influential? We explore the tactics, trust and relationships that turned great coaches into boxing legends.
Famous Boxing Trainers: Why Did They Become Almost as Famous as Their Fighters? Read More »