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?
Can Aaron McKenna Become the New Face of Irish Boxing? Read More »
Boxing unpredictability creates unforgettable moments, but it also makes building stars and rivalries harder than in any other major sport. Is boxing’s greatest strength also its biggest weakness?
Is Boxing’s Greatest Strength Also Its Biggest Weakness? Read More »
Errol Spence Jr has officially retired following his defeat to Tim Tszyu, ending one of the finest welterweight careers of the modern era. This CMBoxing opinion piece looks beyond his final fights to examine his legacy, remarkable comeback from a life-threatening car crash, and why knowing when to retire is one of boxing’s hardest decisions.
Errol Spence Jr: A Champion Who Knew When It Was Time Read More »
Top fighters now compete less often than in previous eras. This article looks at modern boxing activity levels, why fighters are less active, and how inactivity affects rankings, titles and fan interest.
Are Fighters Staying Active Enough in Modern Boxing? Read More »
Gennady Golovkin is now World Boxing president — but can even a legend fix Olympic boxing after a decade of chaos? This deep-dive asks whether Golovkin and Pacquiao can deliver real reform, or if the sport is just hiding behind big names while corruption and circus fights drag it further into decline.
Can Gennady Golovkin Really Save Olympic Boxing? Read More »