Carl Froch

Cinematic portrait of an older boxer under dramatic lighting, symbolising the boxing comeback obsession, with sweat, gloves, and ring ropes in the background.

Boxing’s Comeback Obsession: Why Retired Fighters Can’t Stay Retired

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Pacquiao’s world-title draw at 46, Hatton’s December return, and Froch teasing a fight at 48 all show boxing’s comeback obsession is alive and profitable. We examine the psychology, money, and culture behind why fighters can’t let go.

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An older, retired boxer sits on a bench in a dimly lit boxing gym, wearing gloves and a reflective expression. The image represents the emotional and mental challenges faced by boxers after retirement.

Boxers After Retirement: Why So Many Fighters Struggle Outside the Ring

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It’s a topic we’ve tackled before on CMBoxing, and for good reason — boxers after retirement often face a brutal reality. From mental health battles and financial hardship to a complete loss of identity, life outside the ring can hit harder than any opponent ever did. It’s one of boxing’s most overlooked issues, and it’s

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