Per OWAIS TABASSUM: Oh, box! The lovely science, the fighting game, the noble art – the greatest sport of all time? Let’s examine the idea.
The boxing sport gave gesture countless stories, myths, deep -rooted traditions, cinematic reproductions and fascinating literature filled with stories of salvation, tragedy, bravery, strength and sometimes straight madness!
This ancient Greek sport was born about 600 BC, in which participants would clap each other with hands wrapped in leather strips. By the time the Romans got wind, they introduced gloves with thick metal buttons and skin-piercing nails (of course they did). Boxing became a gladiatory event and gesture the ‘pugilis’ and a culture of fame fanfare that was even tackled two thousand years ago.
However, the fall of the Roman Empire saw the deterioration of boxing of the Grand Coliseum to the medieval scoures and rear alley. Boxing disappeared everything in the Middle Ages.
A revival of the sport brewed in London, England, during the 18th century. Pugilists competed with Bare Knuckles, fought money and fame and gave the ‘prize fighter’ era. Boxing got the support of the upper classes and in some cases royalty. This patronage helped increase the sport’s status and legitimacy.
But boxing was still mercilessly brutal.
Consider it. The longest boxing game in history was fought between Andy Bowen and Jack Burke in a hot and humid field in New Orleans 1893. The fight lasted an excessive 110 rounds for a total of 7 hours and 19 minutes. It was declared a ‘gene game’ because none of the boxer could continue after the 111st round.
Fortunately, the 19th century had the adjustment of the ‘Queensbury Rules’ set by the Marquess of Queensbury at the time (which sent by a lawsuit Oscar Wilde to his lead in Reading Gaol Prison)
The Queensbury rules set up stuffed leather gloves, rounds were divided into three minutes of segments, and the days of the attack were on opponents and sadistically placed gloves. The lovely science was born. Strategic tactics encouraged calculated defense, smart footwork and the idea of thinking and thinking of opponents, which brought new dynamics to a previously one -dimensional, cruel matter.
Weight classes are established, regulations and governing bodies have slowly but surely replaced the controls of corruption, and the British Boxing Board of Control ensured the safety and well -being of the fighters.
Boxing events have historically had a kind of magic that attracts spectators such as movie stars, singers, world leaders and socialites.
When Irish sensation Barry McGuigan fought during the problems in his homeland, It United Protestants and Catholics under the same roof and on earthly TV. Barry’s message was clear: “Leave the battles to McGuigan.”
Manny Pacquiao, from the Philippines, would fight, and the busy streets of Manilla would come to a standstill. Law enforcement reported large drops in crime.
Muhammad Ali, voted a sports personality of the century and perhaps owned the most recognizable name and face in the modern world, fought worldwide and inspire humanity everywhere he went.
Take a trip through Fair Ground Tough Man/Hammer today that hits games, and you will see that the artworks are filled with images of British greats such as Henry Cooper and Frank Bruno.
The decline
The 2000s had a decrease in the sport. Boxing has fallen into popularity due to expensive PPV attacks on wicked hours. Greedy promoters prevented the best against the best, and a number of ‘alphabet titles’ caused confusion over who the world champions actually were.
In the 2000s, ‘UFC’ or ‘mixed martial arts’ also enjoyed an astronomical increase in popularity and won a large part of ‘Fight Fans’, and it was easy to see why. The events were spectacular, and the best fought the best, which was not corrected by politics, as they were managed by a single governing body.
The future
Today, however, boxing is undergoing a new revival under an unlikely alliance with the Saudi Sports Minister Turki Alalshikh. Turki has ambitions to see that the best compete with the best where no expenses are apparently saved to deliver high quality opportunities
Promotional videos directed by ‘Guy Richie’. Fighters are paid deservedly, fascinating fighting cards are compiled, and numerous ‘unification’ attacks take place. All major boxing promoters seem to form an Avengers-style meeting of boxers, which provides current and future competitions. Of course, it is not without his critics, and the time will see if it is ultimately wonderful for the sport.
Modern championships are 12 rounds long, drug testing is strict, and the safety of the participants is extremely important. Ground level remains sturdy; Boxing gyms throughout the country support deceived youth and inspire hope in athletes ahead. Women’s box also thrives. I urge you to drown at any prejudices you may have, watch a Katie Taylor event and be surprised by the skill and technical skills displayed.
A sense of pride in this historical sport lives through the next generation of participants and champions. Boxing can truly become wonderful again, and I will remain an avid observer for one.
