Modern boxing promotion often relies on insults, press conference clashes and viral clips. Has the sport forgotten how to build genuine anticipation around the fight itself?
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Ryan Garcia and Conor Benn’s latest confrontation has reignited the debate around boxing rivalries. But are modern press conference brawls genuine or simply another promotional tool? CMBoxing looks at where the line should be drawn.
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Conor Benn vs Ryan Garcia should be one of the easiest fights in boxing to make. Instead, boxing politics and rival business interests once again threaten progress. Is boxing itself its own worst enemy?
Is Boxing’s Biggest Enemy Boxing Itself? Read More »
Conor Benn vs Ryan Garcia has encountered another obstacle after Oscar De La Hoya accused Zuffa Boxing and Dana White of complicating negotiations. With boxing politics once again taking centre stage, could one of the biggest fights available at welterweight be delayed?
Catchweight fights are becoming more common in modern boxing, but many fans still question their purpose. This article explains how catchweights work, why promoters love them, and why they remain one of boxing’s most controversial trends.
What Is a Catchweight Fight — And Why Do They Cause So Much Debate? Read More »