Boxing

2024 - 2 - 4

The Buzz in UK Boxing: From Top Fights to New Gyms and Rising Stars

Anthony Joshua - Boxing - Boxing Controversies - Boxing Matches - Rising Boxing Stars - Tyson Fury - USA Boxing

Delve into the latest boxing news in the UK, from exciting matchups to community initiatives and promising talents.

The UK boxing scene is buzzing with anticipation for the upcoming schedule in 2024, with potential matchups like Anthony Joshua vs. Francis Ngannou. Despite some fights not materializing, such as Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk, the energy remains high. From young enthusiasts in York trying out boxing to clubs like Arbroath fighting for their future, the sport is diverse and dynamic. Noteworthy figures like John Scully and Princess Anne couple adding to the boxing community's vibrancy.

On a different note, challenges and controversies arise, like the debate over USA Boxing's decision on gender participation, raising concerns among fighters. At the grassroots level, initiatives like pop-up rings and victories in tournaments showcase the sport's reach and impact. Personal stories, like Carlisle's bare-knuckle champion's upcoming fight and the ambition of boxing promoter Izzy Asif, add depth and excitement to the narrative.

Interesting Facts: 1. Junior Burton's fundraising efforts for Royal Amateur Boxing Club, including running ultra marathons, demonstrate dedication to the sport. 2. Hadi, the nationally top-ranked teen boxer, with an impressive record and drive, represents the future of UK boxing.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "CBSSports.com"

Boxing schedule for 2024: Anthony Joshua vs. Francis Ngannou ... (CBSSports.com)

The biggest of those fights that did not come together was a battle between WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury and IBF, WBA and WBO champion Oleksandr Usyk to ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Fox Sports"

'It's bulls***': Exiled NRL star's boxing debut turmoil, Pangai Jnr call ... (Fox Sports)

'It's bulls***': Exiled NRL star's boxing debut turmoil, Pangai Jnr call-out as rivals 'run scared'

Post cover
Image courtesy of "York Press"

'This is brilliant': York youngsters get a taste of boxing (York Press)

YOUNGSTERS from the New Earswick All Blacks rugby club have been trying their hands at a different sport - boxing. The Under-12s were treated to a free ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "The Courier"

Arbroath Boxing Club in fight to secure future home after battling ... (The Courier)

Arbroath Amateur Boxing Club training session at Arbirlot Church Hall. Head coach Jamie Norman trains one of the young boxers Image: Steve MacDougall/DC Thomson.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Maxboxing"

Boxing's good guy - Iceman John Scully (Maxboxing)

And last, but by no means least, the “Marvin Kohn Good Guy Award” to former world rated light heavyweight John Scully.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "WMDT"

Princess Anne couple opens new boxing gym - 47abc (WMDT)

A veteran boxer himself, Guerrero wanted to spread his love for the sport, to the younger generation in his community. “I decided to say, you know, 'I'm not ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Northamptonshire Telegraph"

Looking back at 39 brilliant boxing, billiards, basketball, bowls ... (Northamptonshire Telegraph)

This week we're featuring a brilliant bonanza of retro photos from our archive of boxing, billiards, basketball, bowls, badminton and even BMX.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Fox News"

Veteran female boxer rips 'deadly' USA boxing move allowing ... (Fox News)

A female boxer and trainer told Fox Digital this week a recent decision by USA Boxing to allow biological men to fight women will have "deadly" results.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Daily Mail"

Troubled ex-footy star claims NRL players are 'scared' of fighting him ... (Daily Mail)

Scott won a premiership with Melbourne Storm in 2017 and was viewed as a potential State of Origin player, but his career was curtailed by a number of ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Yahoo Politics"

Veteran female boxer rips 'deadly' USA boxing move allowing ... (Yahoo Politics)

A female boxer and trainer told Fox Digital this week a recent decision by USA Boxing to allow biological men to fight women will have "deadly" results.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Stourbridge News"

Pop-up boxing ring for kids at Merry Hill proves a hit (Stourbridge News)

MORE than 200 youngsters had chance to get in the ring and try their hand at boxing when Team Pumpkin set up camp at Merry Hill.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Peeblesshire News"

Galashiels Boxing Club fighters pick up gold medals (Peeblesshire News)

The Boxing Scotland Development C,D,E Championships were held at Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility in Motherwell over the weekend.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "The Edinburgh Reporter"

Royal Amateur Boxing Club have a new home (The Edinburgh Reporter)

Coach and former Army champion Junior Burton has been at the heart of fund raising including running three ultra marathons in three days to raise around £2500 ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Sports Illustrated"

‌Introducing Izzy Asif: The Rising Force In Boxing Promotion (Sports Illustrated)

Sheffield native Asif aims to reshape the boxing landscape with Global Boxing Management with vision for inclusivity and innovation.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Yahoo Eurosport UK"

Carlisle bare-knuckle boxing champion's next fight confirmed (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

Carlisle's bare-knuckle boxing champion will put his British title on the line against a Welsh opponent in April.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "The Bolton News"

Elite Boxing anf Seddon Construction and Land Recovery team up (The Bolton News)

A boxing gym has unveiled its new ring, funded by a large Bolton-based construction firm.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "WXYZ"

Taylor teen ranks number 1 nationally in junior division boxing (WXYZ)

With over 30 fights and ten national titles under his belt, Hadi is now ranked number one in boxing's junior division across the country.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Modern Ghana"

Emmanuel Addo aims to lead Ghana Boxing Authority (Modern Ghana)

Former boxer, Emmanuel Addo has been very passionate about Ghana Boxing for many years and now decided to become President of the Ghana Boxing Authority GBA ...

Warning for boxing fans to dodge blows from scalpers | Western ... (Media Statements)

Boxing fans who may miss out on tickets to a premium world title event in May are being reminded to avoid getting knocked out by ticket scalpers and ...

USA Boxing: 2024 Elite High Performance Team Finalized (BoxingScene.com)

USA Boxing announced the 2024 USA Boxing Elite High Performance Team roster, which will compete at the World Qualification Tournaments and the Paris 2024 ...

Explore the last week