Combat sports

Boxing gloves featuring a brain illustration resting inside a boxing ring, representing mental health in boxing and the importance of understanding neurodiversity in combat sports.

Mental Health Should Not Automatically End a Boxing Career

Jade Jones’ ADHD diagnosis highlights an important discussion about mental health in boxing. This article explores why fighters should be judged on their ability to compete safely rather than assumptions surrounding mental health or neurodiversity.

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Usyk vs Verhoeven crossover boxing fight promotional image with heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk facing kickboxing champion Rico Verhoeven in a boxing ring

Usyk vs Verhoeven Fight Confirmed — Is Crossover Boxing Now Part of the Mainstream?

The Usyk Verhoeven fight could signal a major shift in boxing, with crossover bouts becoming part of the mainstream and even world titles being linked to them.

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Dana White pictured alongside a boxing ring during Zuffa Boxing’s debut event, with fighters in action under bright arena lights, reflecting the launch of Zuffa Boxing as a new but familiar presence in the sport.

Zuffa Boxing’s First Event: A New Player, But Not a Revolution

Zuffa Boxing’s debut event looked polished and professional, but beneath the production values lies a bigger question: does Dana White’s entry into boxing actually change anything?

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