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From Hope to Heartbreak: Why Boxing’s Highs Always Come With a Cost

Boxing has always lived on the edge — a sport of breathtaking highs and brutal lows. One night, you’re on top of the world; a few years later, you’re wondering who you are without the gloves. The idea for this piece actually came from a conversation I had with a friend. We were talking about […]

A composite digital image illustrating the concept of a boxing fighters union. The top half features two intense in-ring moments between professional boxers in major arenas. The bottom half shows a group of boxers in tracksuits gathered around a table, deep in discussion, representing unity and advocacy. Bold central text reads “Boxing Fighters Union,” visually linking the action and the conversation.

Do Boxers Need a Union? Time to Rethink the Fighter-Promoter Balance

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The Harsh Reality Behind the Glitz When most people think of boxing, they picture the bright lights of Las Vegas, the roar of a packed O2, or the money-spinning pay-per-view blockbusters featuring names like Canelo, Usyk or Anthony Joshua. But beneath the surface — far away from the glitz and glamour — lies a harsher

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