Boxing is a combat sport in which two individuals compete against each other using their fists while wearing gloves. The objective is to score points by landing punches on the opponent while avoiding being hit. Matches take place in a ring and are typically structured in timed rounds. Participants, referred to as boxers, follow specific rules and regulations that govern various aspects of the sport, including weight classes, scoring methods, and fouls. Boxing can be both a professional sport, where athletes compete for titles and monetary rewards, and an amateur activity, often seen in events like the Olympics. It emphasizes skill, strategy, endurance, and physical fitness, and has a rich history dating back thousands of years.
Japan hosts a historic evening of boxing, featuring three world flyweight title bouts. Kenshiro Teraji faces Yuri Akui in a highly anticipated matchup of precision vs. power. Jesse Rodriguez Oláscuaga…