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Anthony Joshua celebrates after knocking out Kristian Prenga following two first-round knockdowns, illustrating the debate over his punch resistance.

Has Anthony Joshua Lost the One Thing Every Boxer Fears?

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Anthony Joshua recovered from two first-round knockdowns to knock out Kristian Prenga, but his latest victory raised an important question. Has Joshua started to lose the punch resistance that every boxer fears losing? CMBoxing examines why punch resistance often fades before power, what causes it to decline, and whether recent performances against Prenga, Daniel Dubois and Andy Ruiz Jr. point towards a worrying trend.

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Aaron McKenna posing with an IBF championship belt against an Irish-themed background, representing his bid to become the new face of Irish boxing after Katie Taylor.

Can Aaron McKenna Become the New Face of Irish Boxing?

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Aaron McKenna has the chance to win the vacant IBF middleweight world title against Etinosa Oliha, but the fight could mean far more than becoming champion. With Katie Taylor potentially entering the final chapter of her legendary career, could McKenna become the next standard-bearer for Irish boxing?

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Medical staff administer oxygen to a boxer after a knockout as the article explores boxing safety, fighter welfare and the risks of professional boxing.

Does Boxing Still Accept Too Much Risk?

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The serious injury suffered by Lee Reeves has reignited debate over boxing safety. Has professional boxing found the right balance between protecting fighters and preserving the sport, or is more still needed despite major advances in medical care?

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Charles Conwell celebrates after his comeback victory following the first defeat of his professional boxing career, illustrating how setbacks can shape a fighter's development.

Can One Defeat Make a Better Fighter?

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Charles Conwell’s impressive comeback after the first defeat of his professional career raises an important question: can adversity create a better fighter? This opinion piece explores why boxing’s obsession with unbeaten records may overlook the value of learning from defeat.

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Pierce O'Leary exchanges punches with Mark Chamberlain during their dramatic fight in Dublin that showed how defeat can sometimes enhance a fighter's reputation.

Can Defeat Sometimes Say More Than Victory?

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Pierce O’Leary suffered the first defeat of his professional career against Mark Chamberlain, but the result only tells part of the story. His courage, resilience and refusal to give in may have enhanced his reputation, proving that some defeats reveal far more about a fighter than another comfortable victory ever could.

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