retired boxers

Split-image showing the highs and lows of boxing — on the left, a jubilant world champion lifts his title belt under bright arena lights; on the right, the same boxer sits alone in a dark tunnel, head in hands, symbolising the mental struggle that follows success.

From Hope to Heartbreak: Why Boxing’s Highs Always Come With a Cost

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Boxing has always lived on the edge — a sport of breathtaking highs and brutal lows. One night, you’re on top of the world; a few years later, you’re wondering who you are without the gloves. The idea for this piece actually came from a conversation I had with a friend. We were talking about […]

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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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