Boxing Opinion

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Does Every Fight Need to Be a Big Event Now?

Every show in modern boxing feels like a mega event, but when everything is promoted as huge it becomes harder for real big fights to stand out. This article looks at the growing boxing hype problem.

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Are Fighters Staying Active Enough in Modern Boxing?

Top fighters now compete less often than in previous eras. This article looks at modern boxing activity levels, why fighters are less active, and how inactivity affects rankings, titles and fan interest.

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Why Some Prospects Look Like Future Champions — Until They Step Up

Many prospects look like future world champions early in their careers, but the jump in level often exposes how big the gap really is. A look at why boxing prospects hype doesn’t always survive the step up.

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Anthony Cacace celebrates his world title win with the belt over his shoulder after defeating Jazza Dickens at super-featherweight

Anthony Cacace World Title Win — What Comes Next at Super-Featherweight?

Anthony Cacace became a two-time world champion after beating Jazza Dickens in Dublin, but what comes next at super-featherweight? We look at his options, the strength of the 130lb division, and how this result affects the world title picture.

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Usyk vs Verhoeven Fight Confirmed — Is Crossover Boxing Now Part of the Mainstream?

The Usyk Verhoeven fight could signal a major shift in boxing, with crossover bouts becoming part of the mainstream and even world titles being linked to them.

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