Boxing
IOC takes Olympic boxing in-house, Aiba set for suspension
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has opted to retain boxing’s place at the 2020 summer Olympic Games, but has recommended that the International Boxing Association (Aiba) should be suspended a…
Aiba confident of position ahead of IOC verdict
International Boxing Association (Aiba) interim president Mohamed Moustahsane has said the governing body is confident of its position in the Olympic Movement, as the International Olympic Committee (IOC)…
US boxing deals promised a revolution, but it’s business-as-usual for the sweet science
Last year, broadcasters and promoters announced a series of big-money deals that promised much and have so far delivered very little. Callum McCarthy examines why boxing’s stakeholders aren’t yet on the same page.
Aiba appoints interim president
Mohamed Moustahsane has been installed as interim president of the International Boxing Association (Aiba), as the body continues efforts to convince the International Olympic Committee that it should…
Russian makes funding offer as Aiba hits out at Olympic uncertainty
Umar Kremlev, a member of the International Boxing Association’s (Aiba’s) executive committee, has offered to write off the organisation’s $16m (€14.2m) deb
Rakhimov stands down as Aiba president
Gafur Rakhimov has today (Friday) signalled his intention to step aside as president of the International Boxing Association (Aiba) amid an ongoing inquiry into the governing body by the International…
Aiba tackles breakaway threat
The International Boxing Association (Aiba) has formed a taskforce to investigate what it claims is a “rogue group” of Kazakh officials that is seeking to form a breakaway organisation for the sport.
Tokyo 2020 to continue boxing preparations amid uncertainty
Tokyo 2020 has said it will proceed with preparations for boxing at the summer Olympic Games, despite the International Olympic Committee (IOC) having suspended work amid the governance crisis at the International…
IOC suspends planning for boxing at Tokyo 2020
The International Olympic Committee has today (Friday) decided to suspend preparations for boxing at the 2020 summer Olympic Games as it commenced a procedure which could lead it to withdrawing recognition…
IOC to discuss boxing’s Olympic future
The International Olympic Committee is to meet this week to discuss the future of boxing ahead of the 2020 summer Olympic Games in Tokyo
Eyes turn towards IOC as Rakhimov secures Aiba presidency
Gafur Rakhimov has offered an “olive branch” to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) after securing the presidency of the International Boxing Association (Aiba) on a full-time basis, however the…
Aiba president hits back amid mounting Olympic concerns
Interim International Boxing Association (Aiba) president Gafur Rakhimov has maintained he has no ties with criminal organisations and hopes to face rival candidates for the full-time position, as the…
Aiba lifts lid on mixed gender competition, financial status
The International Boxing Association (Aiba) has revealed plans for a new mixed gender competition concept and has provided a further update on its financial situation as it continues efforts to demonstrate …
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Olympic status remains in doubt for boxing, weightlifting
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has elected to maintain conditional status on the place of boxing at the 2020 summer Olympic Games and weightlifting on the programme for Paris 2024, highlighting…
Aiba aims for fresh start with reform masterplan
The International Boxing Association (Aiba) has today (Friday) continued its reform efforts by launching a New Foundation Plan which seeks to lay the groundwork for the future of the organisation
Wembley seals two-fight Joshua deal
Anthony Joshua has today (Thursday) committed to contesting two fights at London’s Wembley Stadium, with Mayor Sadiq Khan stating a plan is in place to avert the threat of reduced capacity for the events.
Aiba continues reform efforts with ITA partnership
The International Boxing Association (Aiba) has become the latest international federation (IF) to partner with the new International Testing Agency (ITA) as it seeks to further convince the International Olympic Committee (IOC) of its reform efforts.