Boxing Opinion

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Mental Health Should Not Automatically End a Boxing Career

Jade Jones’ ADHD diagnosis highlights an important discussion about mental health in boxing. This article explores why fighters should be judged on their ability to compete safely rather than assumptions surrounding mental health or neurodiversity.

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Frank Warren reacts to growing calls for an Oleksandr Usyk vs Rico Verhoeven rematch while Agit Kabayel’s mandatory heavyweight title challenge hangs in the balance

Why Is Frank Warren Fighting So Hard Against a Usyk vs Verhoeven Rematch?

Frank Warren has made his opposition to a Usyk vs Verhoeven rematch crystal clear. But is his concern really about Rico Verhoeven, or is he simply defending Agit Kabayel’s long-awaited mandatory title shot?

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Heavyweight boxing feature image showing Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua and Oleksandr Usyk above a group of shadowed young fighters under arena lights with the headline asking whether boxing has become too dependent on familiar names.

Has Heavyweight Boxing Become Too Dependent on Familiar Names?

Heavyweight boxing still depends heavily on familiar stars like Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua and Oleksandr Usyk. But as this generation edges closer to retirement, is boxing doing enough to create the next wave of genuine stars?

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