Tag: Weight
Naoya Inoue, Luis Nery make weight for Tokyo Dome title fight
Japan’s Naoya Inoue (L) and Mexico’s Luis Nery stare each other down during the official weigh-in in Tokyo on May 5, 2024 ahead of their super-bantamweight title boxing match. (Photo by Philip FONG / AFP) Japan’s undisputed super bantamweight world champion Naoya “Monster” Inoue and Mexican challenger Luis Nery both made weight Sunday for their…
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Fabio Wardley sends warning to Frazer Clarke as Olympian shoulders the weight of amateur boxing scene | Boxing News
Frazer Clarke admits he has the weight of the amateur boxing scene on his shoulders as he prepares to take on Fabio Wardley at the O2 Arena on Easter Sunday. The 32-year-old arrives as an Olympic bronze medallist with vast experience on the amateur scene, while Wardley originates from a background of white-collar fights. For…
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Punching Above Its Weight: The Rise of Boxing Anime in Pop Culture
Boxing has always been a popular sport that has captured the hearts of fans around the world. But in recent years, there has been a rise in the popularity of boxing anime in pop culture. These animated series have showcased the intensity, drama, and physicality of the sport in a way that has resonated with…
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Grimthorpe Chase: Kim Bailey’s Does He Know defies top weight to win at Doncaster | Racing News
Does He Know put up a tremendous weight-carrying performance to provide trainer Kim Bailey with a third victory in the Grimthorpe Chase at Doncaster. Although a four-time winner over fences, including Grade Two and Grade Three triumphs at Ascot and Cheltenham respectively, Does He Know was a 20-1 shot for his latest assignment having failed…
Read More The Knockout Success of Boxing Anime: How ‘Ashita no Joe’ and ‘Hajime no Ippo’ Are Punching Above Their Weight
Boxing has always captivated audiences with its raw intensity, skill, and drama. From Muhammad Ali to Mike Tyson, the sport has produced some of the most iconic figures in history. But in recent years, boxing has also found a new home in the world of anime, where two series in particular have been punching above…
Read More Punching Above its Weight: The Best Boxing Anime Series of All Time
Boxing has always been a popular theme in the world of anime. There is something about the intense physicality and emotional struggle of the sport that lends itself well to storytelling in the animated medium. Over the years, there have been a number of boxing anime series that have captured the hearts of fans around…
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Inoue hunger not yet sated even after unifying second weight division with KO of Tapales
Marlon Tapales (front) is waved off by the referee after getting struck down by Naoya Inoue (back turned). —CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS/WENDELL ALINEA TOKYO—Japan’s Naoya Inoue said he was still as hungry as ever after becoming an undisputed world champion in a second weight class on Tuesday, knocking out Marlon Tapales to claim all four super bantamweight…
Read More The Rise of Boxing Anime: How the Genre is Punching Above its Weight
Boxing anime has been a popular subgenre within the larger anime industry for decades, but in recent years, it has experienced a surge in popularity and critical acclaim. This rise in popularity has not only brought more attention to the sport of boxing, but it has also showcased the diversity and depth of storytelling that…
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Punching Above Its Weight: The Surprising Allure of Boxing Anime
When it comes to sports anime, boxing may not be the first sport that comes to mind. However, the genre of boxing anime has been gaining popularity for its exciting storylines, dynamic characters, and intense matches. Despite being a niche sub-genre, boxing anime has managed to punch above its weight and capture the hearts of…
Read More The Boxing Glove Controversy: Should Weight and Design Regulations Be Revisited?
The Boxing Glove Controversy: Should Weight and Design Regulations Be Revisited? Boxing has always been a sport that ignites passion, excitement, and controversy. One of the recent controversies surrounding the sport revolves around the weight and design regulations of boxing gloves. The question arises: should these regulations be revisited in order to ensure the safety…
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