Joey Essex vs Dapper Laughs ended in a controversial split draw, but is Misfits Boxing really to blame? After scoring the fight 39–37 for Dapper Laughs, I examine why questionable judging remains a problem throughout boxing – and why a bad decision doesn’t automatically mean a fixed fight.
Joey Essex vs Dapper Laughs: Misfits Boxing Isn’t the Only Problem Here Read More »
Home advantage in boxing shouldn’t really exist, yet a roaring crowd can transform the atmosphere of a fight. From giving an exhausted boxer another psychological lift to potentially shaping how close rounds are perceived, CMBoxing explores why fighting at home can make such a difference.
Why Does the Home Fighter Seem to Grow an Extra Gear? Read More »
The more boxing fans understand about the sport, the harder it can become to simply enjoy a fight. From promotional politics and mandatory challengers to scorecards, rankings and career consequences, does knowing too much about boxing eventually change the fight-night experience?
Does Knowing Too Much About Boxing Make It Harder to Enjoy? Read More »
Rolly Romero called his defeat to Teofimo Lopez “political”, but was he really robbed? CMBoxing looks at the scorecards, Romero’s performance and why a fighter can experience a bout very differently from the judges scoring it.
Rolly Romero Calls Teofimo Lopez Defeat ‘Political’ – But Was He Really Robbed? Read More »
A controversial stoppage, disputed scorecard or heated interview now seems capable of generating more attention than the fight itself. Has boxing become too dependent on controversy to drive discussion and engagement?
Has Boxing Become Too Dependent on Controversy? Read More »