Recently, there was a boxing match at the Olympics in Paris that sparked a significant amount of outrage. The match was between Imane Khelif of Algeria and Angela Carini of Italy. Khelif, who is transgender and was born with XY chromosomes, was allowed to compete against Carini despite being previously ejected from the world championships
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In recent news, footage of a trans boxer defeating a female opponent has sparked outrage and debate within the boxing community. The trans athlete in question, Imane Khelif of Algeria, is set to fight Carini Angela of Italy despite having documented male XY chromosomes. This controversy brings to light the complex issues surrounding transgender athletes
Terence Crawford, a highly-regarded boxer, is adamant that he is on another level compared to Israil Madrimov. However, doubts linger as Crawford faces uncharted territory in this upcoming fight. His age, weight class shift, and period of inactivity raise questions about his preparedness to take on the WBA junior middleweight champion Madrimov. Crawford’s lack of
Promoter Eddie Hearn is confident in his fighter, Israil Madrimov, as he heads into the title defense of his WBA junior middleweight belt against Terence Crawford. Despite Crawford being the heavy favorite, Hearn believes that Madrimov has “no pressure” on him going into the fight. This confidence stems from Hearn’s assessment of Crawford’s age and
Derek Chisora, a name synonymous with power and unpredictability in the world of boxing. His recent fight against Joe Joyce once again showcased why he is not just a fighter, but a force of nature donning boxing gloves. With every punch thrown, every swing taken, Chisora demonstrated sheer, unadulterated power that left the audience in
The boxing world was treated to an unforgettable night as 40-year-old Derek Chisora faced off against fellow Brit Joe Joyce in London. The fight, held at the O2 Arena, was everything fans had hoped for – brutal, damaging, and full of heart-stopping action. Against the odds, Chisora emerged victorious as the 5:1 underdog, securing a
In a stunning display of power and skill, heavyweight Otto Wallin completely dominated Onoriode Ehwarieme in the opening round of their bout at the Tropicana in Atlantic City. With just 48 seconds on the clock, Wallin unleashed a vicious straight left that sent Ehwarieme crashing to the canvas, unable to continue the fight. It was
In the official weigh-in for the upcoming British heavyweight showdown between Joe Joyce and Derek Chisora, Joyce tipped the scales at a significant 281.2 pounds, while Chisora weighed in at 256.7 pounds. Both fighters appeared solid and in good shape, ready for the battle ahead. The difference in weight between the two men could play
Oleksandr Usyk, the current heavyweight champ, recently sat down for an interview with Sky Sports News where he addressed Tyson Fury’s claims about their first fight. Fury had previously stated that he felt he won their May 18th fight and that it was “too easy” for him. Usyk, upon hearing this for the first time,
Manny Pacquiao, the living legend and all-time great boxer, has made his way back to Japan at the age of 45. He arrived in Tokyo yesterday evening and wasted no time getting back into the swing of things by heading straight to the gym for a pre-exhibition bout workout. This will be Pacquiao’s second exhibition
The August 3rd fight card scheduled to take place in The City of Angels is undeniably stacked with talent. Headlining the event is the highly anticipated matchup between Terence Crawford and Israil Madrimov, promising an evening of intense competition. Additionally, fans can look forward to five supporting bouts featuring top contenders such as Andy Ruiz,
Terence Crawford, a prominent figure in the boxing world, is gearing up for a significant match against Israil Madrimov, the 154-pound defending titlist. While fans are eagerly anticipating this upcoming bout, Crawford has his sights set on a potentially lucrative super fight with Mexican superstar Canelo Alvarez. Despite emphasizing the importance of his current match
Jake Paul’s recent victory over former UFC fighter Mike Perry has stirred up mixed reactions within the fighting community. While Paul managed to drop Perry three times and secure a sixth-round stoppage win, many are questioning the caliber of his opponent and the true test of his skills. Paul has already announced his next move,
In the world of boxing, certain matchups seem inevitable. They are the fights that fans dream of, the battles that must take place to determine true greatness. One such fight that has captured the imagination of fans is the potential showdown between Naoya Inoue and Junto Nakatani. These two undefeated Japanese fighters, both multi-weight world
The recent decision by David Benavidez to move back down to super middleweight after a brief stint at 175 pounds has sparked discussions among boxing enthusiasts. While many may question the feasibility of “The Mexican Monster” transitioning to the heavyweight division, history has shown that height and weight are not always definitive factors in a