Boxing Integrity

Split boxing ring image showing famous veteran fighters facing younger prospects under bright lights, illustrating the boxing familiar names problem and how nostalgia-driven matchups stall division progress.

Why Boxing Keeps Confusing Familiar Names With Meaningful Progress

Boxing’s growing reliance on familiar names over genuine momentum is stalling divisions and frustrating fans. This CMBoxing opinion piece examines why nostalgia keeps winning — and what it’s costing the sport.

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Two boxers face off in a brightly lit ring, while shadowy figures in suits loom in the dark background, symbolising the glamour and corruption in boxing.

The Cartel’s Fist: The Ugly Truth McGuigan Dares Us to Confront

Barry McGuigan warns that the Kinahan cartel’s shadow still hangs over boxing. From shady advisers to corrupt judging, we look at the ugly truth behind the sport’s glamour — and why integrity is on the line.

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Is Boxing Turning into WWE — and Losing Its Soul in the Process?

Has boxing become more WWE than sport? In this post, I dig into the rise of fake rivalries, over-the-top promos, and why the sport’s obsession with spectacle might be costing it its soul.

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A dramatic depiction of the Allen vs Fisher controversy in boxing judging, featuring a boxing ring under bright lights. One boxer looks triumphant, while the other appears dejected, symbolising the impact of contentious decisions. The audience in the background is divided, with some cheering and others looking shocked, emphasising the tension and debate surrounding the fight. A looming judge's hand holding a scorecard highlights the theme of controversial scoring in boxing. The scene uses moody colours and intense lighting to evoke the emotions tied to the Allen vs Fisher controversy.

Controversial Decisions in Boxing: The Allen vs Fisher Debate

Boxing has always been a sport that thrives on passion, drama, and, unfortunately, controversy. The recent Dave Allen vs. Johnny Fisher fight has sparked heated debates among fans and experts, highlighting longstanding issues with boxing’s judging system. The Allen vs Fisher controversy has become a focal point for discussions about fairness, accountability, and whether enough

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Dimly lit boxing ring with a pair of boxing gloves hanging on the ropes, symbolising inactivity and suspension in boxing, capturing the tension of being sidelined. The dramatic lighting highlights the gloves, connecting to the controversy around Ryan Garcia's suspension.

Ryan Garcia’s Return Amid Controversy: Navigating Exhibition Fights During Suspension

Ryan Garcia knows how to grab the spotlight, but his latest move has left boxing fans divided. While serving a suspension handed down by the California State Athletic Commission (CSAC), Garcia is stepping into an exhibition bout against Japanese kickboxer Rukiya Anpo. For many, it’s a calculated way to stay active, but for others, it’s

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