Anthony Joshua, the former heavyweight champion, is set to face Daniel Dubois for the IBF title on Saturday. Joshua is looking to regain his championship glory and silence his critics after a difficult period in his career. This fight is a pivotal moment for both fighters, with Dubois seeking to solidify his status as a world champion.
Daniel Dubois’ trainer, Don Charles, has assured fans that he will be in his fighter’s corner for Saturday’s crucial fight against Anthony Joshua, despite battling a severe illness this week. Charles has been keeping his distance from Dubois to avoid spreading the illness, but insists the team remains united and focused on the fight.
World Boxing, a newly formed international federation aiming to replace the embattled IBA, will host its first world championships in Liverpool next year. The event will feature both men’s and women’s competitions, marking a significant departure from the IBA’s separate tournaments. The championships will take place in September 2024.
Algeria and Japan have joined World Boxing, a new global boxing body formed after the International Boxing Association (IBA) was stripped of its Olympic recognition. This move strengthens World Boxing’s global presence and emphasizes the desire for change within the sport.
With time running out, World Boxing is urging national boxing federations to join its ranks to ensure boxing’s inclusion in the 2028 Olympics. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has threatened to remove boxing from the Games if a new global body is not established, and World Boxing aims to fill that void.
India dominated the Asian Boxing Championships in Al Ain, UAE, securing seven female titles, including a historic victory by schoolgirl Deepali Thapa. Thapa’s triumph in the 33kg category marked the first time a schoolgirl had claimed the championship title.
World Boxing president Boris van der Vorst outlines ambitious plans to modernize boxing by utilizing AI for more objective scoring, aiming for IOC recognition by the end of the year. He emphasizes the need for transparency and trust in the sport, and calls for greater global representation within the organization.
Algerian boxer Imane Khelif’s Olympic gold medal win has ignited a surge of interest in boxing, particularly among women, across the North African nation. Khelif’s victory has transcended sports, becoming a symbol of female empowerment and resilience in the face of online criticism and prejudice. Her story inspires young girls and has even sparked a movement to challenge traditional gender roles in Algerian society.
Boxing, once considered a male-dominated sport, is rapidly gaining popularity as a versatile and accessible workout. It offers significant benefits for both physical and mental health, including improved agility, strength, endurance, and stress management. This article explores the reasons behind boxing’s growing appeal and delves into its numerous benefits.
The International Boxing Association (IBA) has received a major boost from the Asian Boxing Confederation (ASBC) after they voted to remain with the IBA, despite pressure to join the rival World Boxing organization. The decision further complicates boxing’s already uncertain future in the Olympics, with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) currently overseeing Olympic qualification for the sport.
