Boxing Opinion

“A vintage 1990s-style boxing poster showing a red and blue glove facing off inside an old television frame with bold text reading ‘Legacy vs Hype,’ symbolising nostalgia, rivalry, and spectacle in boxing.”

The Real Beef: Rivalry or Marketing Masterclass?

When Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn meet again, is it real rivalry or just smart marketing? In The Real Beef: Rivalry or Marketing Masterclass?, we look beyond the recycled trash talk to ask whether fans are watching genuine bad blood — or another pay-per-view nostalgia act built on legacy and hype.

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Naoya Inoue handing back the WBC championship belt to an opponent in a dramatic, empty stadium setting, as several featherweight contenders look on from the background, symbolising his move to featherweight.

Naoya Inoue Vacates WBC Belt — Featherweight Switch Imminent?

Naoya Inoue has officially vacated his WBC super-bantamweight belt, fuelling talk of a featherweight move. But can his trademark power hold up at 126lbs? CMBoxing takes a closer look.

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Lauren Price and Mikaela Mayer face off in front of a packed stadium with ‘2026 Undisputed’ displayed above them — symbolising a potential historic women’s boxing main event at Wembley or Cardiff’s Principality Stadium.

Lauren Price vs Mikaela Mayer: Early Talks for 2026 Undisputed Clash

Lauren Price vs Mikaela Mayer could be the biggest moment in women’s boxing history. With talks already underway for 2026, this fight has all the makings of a stadium main event — possibly the first of its kind in the UK. We break down what’s real, what’s rumoured, and why it matters for the future of the sport.

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Oleksandr Usyk stands at a crossroads at sunset, choosing between two paths — one toward family and peace, the other toward a dark boxing ring and injury, symbolising his retirement decision.

Is Oleksandr Usyk Finally Ready to Walk Away?

Oleksandr Usyk admits his body is breaking down after years at the top. With a back injury and Fabio Wardley charging up the ranks, could the undisputed king hang up the gloves before they ever meet?

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A dimly lit boxing ring under bright arena lights with “The Next Generation” written across the blue canvas, symbolising the rise of boxing’s new generation.

The Next Generation Rises: How Baraou, Zayas and Boots Ennis Are Redefining Boxing’s Landscape

Boxing’s new generation is finally here — Baraou, Zayas, and Ennis are leading a global shift that’s redefining the sport’s future. From Berlin to Puerto Rico to Philadelphia, the next wave of champions is ready to take over.

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