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To learn more about our privacy policy haga clic aquíAs such, you may have heard about the Fight Down Under, an annual boxing event that takes place in Sydney every January that brings together some of the best up-and-coming boxers from around the world. But what does it really mean to be the best-kept secret? And how does it fit into Australian culture as a whole? Here are some answers to your burning questions about Australia’s number one boxing event!
What is it?
boxing. If you're not from Australia, you might not have heard of it. But down in the Land Down Under, boxing is a big deal. Some of the best boxers in the world come from Australia, and the sport has a rich history in the country. For example, Bob Fitzsimmons, was an Australian-born heavyweight champion from 1887 to 1906. What really separates this part of the world from everywhere else is that it produces so many top female fighters as well. Remember when Ronda Rousey became one of the most dominant female fighters in UFC? Her first MMA fight was against an Australian boxer, Kostya Tszyu, on November 19th, 2003 at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace where she won by armbar submission after 4 minutes and 6 seconds into round 1.
How does it work?
Few people outside of Australia know much about the country's boxing scene. But those in the know will tell you that it's one of the best-kept secrets in the sport. The level of competition is high, and the fights are always entertaining. Two-time Olympic gold medalist Jeff Fenech, for example, made his pro debut at age 18 on a card headlined by Tony Mundine ข่าวมวย.
What’s at stake?
Boxing may not be the most popular sport in Australia, but that doesn't mean there isn't some serious talent down under. In fact, some of the best boxers in the world come from Australia. And with so many talented fighters in the country, it's no wonder that boxing is one of their national sports. The Australian Boxing Federation has been around since 1928 and they oversee a national championship tournament each year to crown a champion for each weight class.
Who else should know about it?
If you're a fan of boxing, then you know that the sport has a long and storied history. But did you know that some of the best boxing action is happening right now in Australia? Australia has one of the most competitive and active amateur boxing scenes in the world with over 400,000 participants annually. In fact, an Australian fighter recently won gold at this year's Olympics! These amateur fighters are then coming back to compete for a spot on Team USA for 2020 Tokyo Olympics by participating in international tournaments like last month's AIBA World Championships in Thailand where all ten spots on Team USA were filled by Australians who competed. These athletes train all day every day just to be one of those ten athletes!
Who are the names we should watch out for?
Most people know about the great boxing rivalries between America and England, but there's a whole other world of boxing down in Australia. The sport is thriving there, with some of the best boxers in the world coming out of the country. Here are some of the names to watch out for in Australian boxing
Why should we be paying attention to them in the first place?
While the United States has long been considered the mecca of boxing, Australia has been quietly producing some of the best fighters in the world. In fact, some of the top names in boxing today hail from Australia, including Jeff Horn, Danny Green, and Anthony Mundine.
What are the biggest fights coming up in 2018?
In 2018, boxing fans in Australia will be treated to some big fights. First up is the heavyweight showdown between Anthony Joshua and Joseph Parker on March 31. Then, on April 21, Gennady Golovkin will put his middleweight titles on the line against Danny Jacobs. Canelo Alvarez vs. Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. is also scheduled for May 5, and that should be a can't-miss event for boxing fans.
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