Boxing Skills

Two boxers exchanging short punches at close range, demonstrating the technique, positioning and intensity of inside fighting in boxing.

Why Is Inside Fighting Becoming a Lost Art in Boxing?

Is inside fighting becoming a lost art in boxing? From Roberto Durán and Joe Frazier to today’s champions, we examine why close-range boxing remains one of the sport’s most demanding and overlooked skills.

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Technical boxer vs power puncher facing off, representing the debate over whether boxing technique or knockout power is the greater advantage.

Technical Boxer vs Power Puncher: Which Is Actually Better?

Technical boxer vs power puncher – which would you rather be? Technique offers more ways to win, while devastating power can erase mistakes in a single moment. CMBoxing examines which is really the greater advantage.

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Boxing balance illustrated by one boxer maintaining a stable stance while his opponent loses balance during an exchange.

Why Do Some Boxers Have Terrible Balance Despite Being Technically Gifted?

A boxer can have brilliant hand speed, sharp combinations and excellent defensive instincts yet still struggle with poor balance. We look at why boxing balance matters and how bad positioning can undermine otherwise impressive technique.

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Boxers demonstrating boxing feints in the ring, showing how deception can force a defensive reaction and create an opening.

What Makes a Great Boxing Feint Actually Work?

The best boxing feints can create an opening without a punch being thrown. From manipulating the guard to disrupting rhythm and controlling distance, here’s why the smallest movements can make the biggest difference.

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A split-image showing a dramatic boxing knockout on one side and a technical boxing masterclass on the other, illustrating the debate over whether boxing should celebrate great performances as much as great knockouts.

Should Boxing Celebrate Great Performances More Than Great Knockouts?

Boxing knockouts dominate highlight reels, but are technical masterclasses being overlooked? Explores whether the sport celebrates spectacular finishes at the expense of true boxing excellence and what that means for the next generation of fighters.

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