Glove rows, judging outrage and referee controversy all reveal the same issue — most fans don’t truly understand the rules. This CMBoxing feature breaks down why boxing rules explained properly could prevent the next wave of confusion.
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Boxing thrives on drama — but too often serious questions are left hanging. From judging decisions to governance disputes, is boxing failing its own accountability test?
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When fighters lose trust in boxing, the damage goes far beyond one controversial decision. From referees shaping fights through interpretation to silence from commissions afterwards, this piece explores how belief in the sport quietly erodes — and why once that trust is gone, it rarely comes back.
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Referees play a crucial role in every boxing match, yet few fans understand how they’re appointed. This CMBoxing explainer breaks down how referees are selected for UK boxing events and why independence matters.
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A No-Contest Call That’s Stirring Up Controversy On June 3, 2025, the California State Athletic Commission (CSAC) officially overturned Emanuel Navarrete’s technical decision win over Charly Suarez, changing the result to a no-contest. The decision comes nearly three weeks after the bout, which was stopped in round eight due to a deep cut over Suarez’s
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