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A female boxer in all pink raises her hands in victory under bright arena lights, surrounded by mist and atmosphere, symbolising triumph and resilience in women’s boxing.

Christy Martin: The Fighter Who Broke the Mould

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With the Christy Martin biopic Fight Like a Girl set for release in November, we revisit the incredible story of the woman who made women’s boxing mainstream. Christy Martin fought her way to global fame, overcame unimaginable challenges, and inspired every female fighter who came after her.

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Kenny Adams: A Legacy Etched in the Ring

It’s easy to forget the men behind the mitts—the ones who don’t throw the punches or soak up the spotlight, but shape champions, round by round, word by word. Today, boxing lost one of those men. Kenny Adams has passed away at the age of 84, and with him goes a piece of the sport’s