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Boxing is one of the most ancient sports of all time and has a rich and deep history. Few sports have captured the imagination and adrenaline of so many quite like boxing. With origins tracing back to ancient times, boxing stands as a sport that supplements the primal urge for one-on-one hand to hand combat. […]
Dambe as made a resurgence online via viral videos on TikTok and YouTube. So you might be asking yourself “What is Dambe?” – Dambe is an ancient martial art rich in tradition hailing from the Hausa people of Nigeria. Today we will look into the origins of the sport and share some of our favourite
Deontay Wilder is known for his brutal punching power, holding the current record of highest KO% in heavyweight boxing history at over 90% This man destroys almost anything that stands in his way including this punch machine. Wilder destroys the punch machine Wearing MMA gloves, Wilder lands a massive shot on the punch machine causing
These are some of the most wanted fantasy boxing matches, unfortunately we will never really know the outcome. However, that doesn’t mean we can’t speculate. Styles make fights and will we ever really know who was the greatest of all time if we cant put them against the greats before or after them? Floyd Mayweather
Modern boxing was developed in Britain around the 16th century and boxing in Britain has a rich history, today we look at the top 5 best British heavyweight boxers of all time. Numerous legends have hailed from Britain such as Joe Calzaghe and Prince Naseem. Today just the heavyweights, from the charisma of Tyson Fury
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Today we look at the top 5 best footwork in boxing – Boxing is a sport that combines physical strength, strategy, and scientific principles. While punches and aggression often take the spotlight, there is one fundamental element that lies at the core of every successful boxer’s repertoire—footwork. Footwork plays a vital role in both offence
Footwork is the backbone of a boxer’s skill set, determining their ability to move with agility, evade punches, and create opportunities for effective strikes. To excel in the sweet science of boxing, it is crucial to develop and refine your footwork through consistent practice. In this article, we will explore some of the best footwork
Recently I interviewed Florin Lupu, he has been a fighter for a long time, a gym owner, coach and a family man. You may have seen him in the viral clip where he knocked out opponent Mohamed Kaddouri. Who is he? Florin Lupu is a fighter from Romania he owns and runs “Respect Gym” In
Combat sports have always captivated audiences with their raw intensity and skilful displays. Boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai the list goes on. The entertainment these sports give to our culture is paramount and undeniable however, at what cost to the competitors? CTE – Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy is the hidden danger of combat sports and has devastating
Muay Thai is known as “The Art of Eight Limbs,” and is the national sport of Thailand. Both brutal and beautiful – this martial art combines striking techniques, clinching, and the use of eight limbs for devastating attacks. Although lesser known than kickboxing. Similar… but it has proven to be much more effective. Today we
