101 Interesting And Fun Boxing Facts

Boxing has been one of the most exciting and popular sports for many decades. From the legendary boxers who have left their mark in history to the thrilling matches that keep millions of fans on the edge of their seats, boxing has always captured the hearts and attention of people around the world. In this article, we're going to explore 101 interesting and fun boxing facts that will surely amaze both hardcore fans and newcomers to the sport.

1. Boxing Origins

Boxing has been practiced for thousands of years and has evolved significantly over time. Its roots can be traced back to ancient Greece, where it was known as "Pygme" and was included in the Olympic Games as early as 688 BC.

2. The First Boxing Match

The first recorded boxing match took place in 1681 in London. It was a brutal fight between two butchers, and the match lasted for over an hour.

101 Interesting and Fun Boxing Facts: A Casual Guide through the Sweet Science

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3. The Marquess of Queensberry Rules

The modern rules of boxing, known as the Marquess of Queensberry Rules, were established in 1867. These rules introduced the use of gloves and the three-minute round system that is still in place today.

4. Muhammad Ali's Impact

Considered one of the greatest boxers of all time, Muhammad Ali had an enormous impact not only inside the ring but also outside of it. He was known for his charismatic personality, trash-talking, and his involvement in social and political causes.

101 Interesting and Fun Boxing Facts: A Casual Guide through the Sweet Science

by Abraão Nóbrega(Kindle Edition)

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1422 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	36 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE

Are you an avid boxing fan who’d like to learn more of the finer lesser known details of the sport? 

Boxing is one of the most popular sports in the world and has been known to reach a large array of fans from the die-hards who follow with intent to the casual fans who merely watch for entertainment.  

With such a large demographic of followers, this book provides insight for all different types of boxing fans. Whether you’re a casual viewer of the sport who would like to learn more about its history or a strict follower who wants to understand some of the more intriguing facts that have since flown under the radar of many others. 

What’s included in this book:

• A simple description as well as some interesting facts behind the rules and regulations of the sport
• A brief history of the sport 
• 101 facts organized by weight division of the fighters 
• 5 interesting bonus facts 

This book caters to many different types of boxing fans and provides interesting facts about the sport for everyone.  

If you’re interested in understanding the sport better or want to learn more about the sport in finer detail. Scroll up and click the buy button. See you inside.