Women’s Boxing

A dramatic digital illustration of Claressa Shields standing in a boxing ring, looking determined but contemplative. A shadowy suspension notice looms behind her, symbolizing her recent ban. Faint cannabis leaves blend into the background, representing the controversy surrounding Claressa Shields' marijuana suspension. The setting is a professional boxing arena with bright overhead lights, capturing the tension and debate over marijuana regulations in boxing.

Claressa Shields’ Suspension: Navigating Marijuana Regulations in Boxing

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Claressa Shields’ marijuana suspension has sparked a fresh debate about cannabis use in professional boxing. The three-weight world champion recently tested positive for marijuana, leading to a suspension by the relevant athletic commission. But in a time when cannabis is legal in many places, should athletes still be penalised for using it? Some argue that […]

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Abigail Quartey, Ghana's first female world boxing champion, stands triumphantly in a boxing ring, wearing a championship belt over her shoulder with her fists wrapped in boxing tape. A determined expression is on her face as a cheering crowd waves Ghanaian flags in celebration. Stadium lights illuminate her, symbolizing her strength and resilience in breaking barriers for women’s boxing. (Abigail Quartey Ghana boxing champion)

Abigail Quartey: Breaking Barriers as Ghana’s First Female World Boxing Champion

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A Groundbreaking Moment for Ghanaian Boxing Boxing has long been a male-dominated sport in Ghana, producing legends like Azumah Nelson, Ike Quartey, and Joshua Clottey. However, for years, women’s boxing struggled to gain recognition. That changed with Abigail Kwartekaa Quartey, who defied the odds to become Ghana’s first female world boxing champion. To be completely

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Ellie Scotney celebrates becoming the undisputed super-bantamweight champion in 2025, standing in the boxing ring with all four championship belts (IBF, IBO, WBO, WBC) held high, surrounded by a cheering crowd in a brightly lit arena

Ellie Scotney Undisputed: 2025 Journey to Super-Bantamweight Glory

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Ellie Scotney is on the cusp of boxing greatness. Already the holder of the IBF, IBO, and WBO super-bantamweight titles, she is just two belts away from achieving her ultimate goal of becoming the undisputed champion in 2025. With her unmatched skill and determination, Ellie Scotney’s journey to becoming undisputed is one every boxing fan

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Illustration of a boxing ring featuring a calendar at the center with multiple dates circled, symbolising key upcoming boxing matches in 2025, with dramatic lighting and a faint crowd in the background."

Upcoming Boxing Matches to Watch in 2025

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Boxing fans, 2025 is already looking like an incredible year for the sport. From heavyweight battles to technical masterpieces, this year’s lineup is full of must-watch fights. Here’s your rundown of the biggest boxing matches in 2025 – the ones you simply can’t afford to miss. 1. Oleksandr Usyk vs. Deontay Wilder (March 2025) Kicking

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Kellie Harrington raising her arms in victory in a boxing ring, symbolising her triumphant return to boxing, with an electrifying stadium and Irish flag in the background."

Kellie Harrington Boxing Return: Is the Olympic Champion Having Second Thoughts?

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After securing her second Olympic gold medal at Paris 2024, Kellie Harrington appeared to have ended her career on the highest possible note. She made it clear that she was stepping away from the sport, signing off with the words: “It’s the last hurrah. I’m done. I always said I’d retire a champion… goodnight Irene.”

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