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Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul: Boxing’s Biggest Circus Act Is Somehow Happening

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Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul is officially set for December in Miami — and it might be the most baffling fight of AJ’s entire career. With Netflix backing it and Eddie Hearn chasing a monster payday, Joshua risks his legacy for a dangerous mismatch against a blown-up cruiserweight. At this stage, AJ shouldn’t be chasing circus money — he should be chasing legacy. Full CMBoxing breakdown inside.

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Left, Right, and What We Know So Far: Joseph Parker Failed Drugs Test — And Boxing Is Running Out of Chances

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Joseph Parker has failed a fight-day drugs test, with traces of a cocaine metabolite found in his A-sample.
This isn’t just another scandal — it’s a failure of safety, governance and fairness at the heart of British boxing.
What happens next matters for the whole sport.

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Fight Night Preview: Storylines That Matter Beyond the Ring

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Fight night is here. In this Eubank Benn 2 preview, we cut through the noise — legacy, redemption, ambulance-gate, and the pressure on both men to save their careers. No predictions, no hype. Just the storylines that truly matter when the bell rings.

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The Fights We’re Not Getting: How Caution Is Killing the Sport

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Too many of boxing’s biggest fights never happen — and it’s not because of promoters or judging. It’s fear. Fighters are protecting their records, not their legacy. In this CMBoxing exclusive, we look at how caution is killing the sport, and why fans deserve better.

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No Loyalty in Boxing — and That’s the Truth

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Loyalty in boxing is a myth. From trainers to promoters, the love fades fast when the wins stop. This honest piece breaks down the sport’s harsh reality — and why true loyalty rarely survives defeat.

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