Boxing Spectacle

A silhouette of a fighter stands at a crossroads with two paths: one leading to an MMA octagon, the other to a boxing ring, both surrounded by floating dollar bills, symbolising the lure of money in crossover fights.

Silva’s Return Ends in Chaos: What That Means for Spectacle vs Sport

Wanderlei Silva’s boxing comeback ended in disqualification and a post-fight brawl, raising fresh questions about crossover fights. Are they boosting boxing, or turning it into a circus fuelled by money?

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A silhouette of a boxer controlled by marionette strings in fighting stance, standing under circus tent spotlights with red and orange stripes, symbolising the exhibition boxing controversy and the sport’s slide into spectacle.

Exhibitions, Weight Gaps and Circus Rules: Are Fans Finally Tired?

Exhibition boxing is back in the headlines with Paul vs Davis — but with weight gaps, circus rules and no real stakes, are fans finally running out of patience?

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“Cinematic boxing ring under a circus big top tent, lit dramatically with spotlights cutting through smoke, symbolising boxing as a circus spectacle.”

Mayweather vs Tyson Exhibit: Nostalgia or Trend-Setting Spectacle?

A Match-Up That Makes No Sense So it’s official: Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Mike Tyson are stepping into the ring for a Mayweather Tyson exhibition in 2026. And honestly? I’ve had enough of this circus. If I wanted to watch a circus, I’d buy a ticket. If I wanted to see an athlete take on

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Jake Paul versus Mike Tyson in a dramatic boxing match inside a brightly lit professional ring, surrounded by a packed arena. The image captures the intensity and energy of the fight with vibrant colours and realistic details, showcasing the high stakes of Jake Paul versus Mike Tyson.

Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson: Was It Good for Boxing?

As I’m sure you’re all aware, I wasn’t a big fan of the whole Jake Paul versus Mike Tyson debacle. But was it good for boxing? Let’s explore. A Spectacle for the Ages The clash between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson wasn’t just a fight; it was a cultural phenomenon. From its announcement, it sparked

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A dramatic boxing face-off between a younger, showboating fighter and an older, experienced veteran in a packed arena, symbolising the commercialisation of modern boxing."

Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson: A Spectacle That Could Undermine Boxing

You may remember back in March, I posted a blog titled Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson: Fight or Farce? Now that the rules have been confirmed, it’s clear this fight is leaning heavily towards farce. The details we now know show how far this so-called boxing match strays from the sport’s traditions, making it feel

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