The world of boxing was shocked and saddened this week with the death of legendary Welsh trainer Enzo Calzaghe at the age of just 69. This announcement was made by his family on Monday evening (18th September). This after a week of speculation on social media about his health on Friday (15th September) to stop […]
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Following my post on The History of Queenberry Rules I have decided to look at another historical figure within British boxing, so this week I will be looking at Who was Lord Lonsdale. Hugh Lowther was the 5th Earl of Lonsdale after taking over from his brother in 1882. However before claiming his inheritance he
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Every boxing match today — whether it’s at Wembley, Madison Square Garden, or York Hall — is fought under what we call Queensberry Rules. But what exactly are they, and where did they come from? If you’ve ever wondered why boxers wear gloves, or why a knockdown leads to a ten count and not a
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A Lasting Legacy Beyond the Ropes Boxing lost one of its true icons this week with the passing of Brendan Ingle at the age of 77. Tributes have poured in from across the sport, but none can fully capture the impact this one man had — not just on British boxing, but on the lives
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Boxing Crowds That Shook the World Anthony Joshua drawing 78,000 fans at the Principality Stadium to watch him beat Joseph Parker wasn’t just a big night — it was another reminder of how boxing can still pack out stadiums like no other sport. It also got me thinking… what are the biggest boxing crowds of
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