Why Are Heavyweight Boxers So Tall?

Why Are Heavyweight Boxers So Tall?

If you look at the heavyweight class nowadays you will see that it’s dominated by tall boxers. Actually, the average height of the fighters in the division is 6’4 1/2” or 194,3 cm. These are really tall boys. But why is that? Why is the height so important factor, in the heavyweight class, compared to the lower weight […]

Can You Headbutt in a Boxing Match?

Can You Headbutt in a Boxing Match?

Credit: Strange Truth Due to the blow’s unpredictability and mechanics, a headbutt can be truly devastating. You might be wondering, then, whether headbutting is allowed inside a boxing ring. Headbutts are not legal in boxing. A strike with the head is much likelier to cut and damage your opponent than a punch that is cushioned […]