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Conor Benn’s future is now reliant on the magic of modern matchmaking

Comment: Benn was the latest challenger to go to the US and come up short in a title fight, after Ryan Garcia breezed past him in two rounds

The Independent UK · Sep 14

The two most iconic boxing photos of all time couldn’t be more different – and they reveal a hidden truth about the decisive moment

Two of the most famous frames in sports history: one the impact of a devastating punch; the other, the immediate aftermath. Proof that the decisive moment isn’t always the climax of the action

Digital Camera World · Jan 18

NASCAR's Greg Biffle said to be on downed plane. Here are some other athletes who died in the air

Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle's death in a plane crash adds to a list of athletes lost in aviation accidents

The Independent UK · Dec 18, 2025

From Ali to the Bayonne Bleeder: a brief history of heavyweight boxing’s battle scars

Strength, footwork and hand speed are vital attributes for a fighter. But it is often blood that decides who emerges from the ring victorious

The Guardian - US · Sep 26, 2023

US Open rout shines harsh light on Venus Williams despite admirable fire

The former world No 1’s competitive drive and taste for the fight remain the stuff of legend. But this was a tough watch

The Guardian - US · Aug 30, 2023

Hearts fighters hiding in plain sight long before Hibs fisticuffs as Jambos roll with the punches

The Jambos needed only show the spirit of Rocky Balboa rather than the skills of Rocky Marciano.

Daily Record · May 28, 2023

Anthony Joshua branded "disrespectful" for "stealing Oleksandr Usyk’s moment"

Froch, a former world champion in his own right, was unimpressed with how two-time heavyweight champion Joshua handled his second consecutive defeat to Usyk in Jeddah tonight in

Daily Mirror · Aug 21, 2022

The boxers who fight retirement always lose

It would be foolish to rule out any fighter ending their retirement in a business that defies most rules and regulations, but they would also be foolish to do it writes Steve Bunce

The Independent UK · Jun 21, 2022

Looking back: The Queen’s coronation and Huddersfield won the Challenge Cup

The birthplace of rugby league produced the cup winners on six occasions, the last time in 1953.

The Independent UK · May 25, 2022

Tyson Fury eyes wrestling and MMA but family suggest boxing return is likely

Fury talked of retirement after knocking out Dillian Whyte but a unification fight with the winner of Joshua v Uysk may still be on the menu

The Guardian - UK · Apr 24, 2022