Boxing legends

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Christy Martin: The Fighter Who Broke the Mould

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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Pacquiao Returns at 46 – Comeback Statement or Title Farce?

Manny Pacquiao returned to the ring at 46 and fought Mario Barrios to a controversial draw — in a full WBC world title fight. This post explores what the result really says about the welterweight division in 2025, the state of modern boxing, and whether Pacquiao should fight again.

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Ricky Hatton’s Comeback — Legend or Lunacy?

Ricky Hatton has announced a shocking comeback at the age of 47, with a fight set for December in Saudi Arabia. As a lifelong fan, I take a hard look at what’s driving this return — and whether it risks tarnishing a legendary legacy.

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Pacquiao’s Return Sparks Safety Debate: Mike Tyson’s Son Speaks Out

Pacquiao’s Comeback Divides Opinion — Again The Pacquiao safety return saga has added a new twist, and it’s coming from an unlikely source — Amir Tyson, son of heavyweight legend Mike Tyson. He’s gone on record saying that Manny Pacquiao’s return to boxing at 46 could be “dangerous” and questions whether it’s really worth the

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Mike McCallum: Remembering ‘The Bodysnatcher’

On 31 May 2025, the boxing world lost one of its purest craftsmen. Mike “The Bodysnatcher” McCallum died at the age of 68 after falling ill en route to a gym in Las Vegas. He managed to pull over but was later found unresponsive in his car and declared dead. It’s a horrible, lonely way

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