🥊 Boxing World Cup 2025: A Historic Boost Bringing Boxing Into a New Era

The 62nd Annual General Meeting of the World Boxing Council (WBC) has just concluded with a revolutionary announcement: the first ever Boxing World Cup will officially take place in 2025. The announcement was made by WBC President Mauricio Sulaimán, with the presence of Arab Sheikh Turki Al-Sheikh, marking a historic turning point for the sport of boxing.

According to Mauricio Sulaimán, the idea of ​​the Boxing World Cup was inspired by the dream of his late father, Don José Sulaimán. He shared:
💬 “This is a historic moment, my father’s dream has come true. The Boxing World Cup will be a revolutionary tournament where young talent will have the opportunity to shine.”

The five-day event will feature 128 young boxers from around the world competing in four major weight classes: featherweight, lightweight, middleweight, and heavyweight.

A Mission to Promote Young Talent
Saudi Arabia, which has hosted major fights such as Usyk vs Fury and other top boxing events, will play host to the tournament. Sulaimán stressed:
💬 “Saudi Arabia has become a hub for big fights, but the Boxing World Cup is different. This is a stepping stone for the next generation of boxers, giving them the opportunity to showcase themselves and build their journey to the championship.”

Sheikh Turki Al-Sheikh, who played a key role in bringing the tournament to Saudi Arabia, also expressed his long-term commitment to boxing.

Cutting-edge Technology and Innovative Innovation
The Boxing World Cup is more than just a tournament; It also marks a technological and innovative step forward in boxing. Some highlights include:

30-second final round signal: To stimulate the excitement of the audience and the fighters before the end of the round.
Artificial intelligence (AI) technology: Combined with the traditional evaluation system, AI will use sensor cameras to calculate transparent and accurate scores.

Live score announcement: Scores will be announced publicly throughout the match, helping the audience understand the developments.
Breaking the tie: New regulations to ensure that matches are not interrupted by unnecessary ties.
The entire tournament will be held in major cities of Saudi Arabia, with the grand final taking place in Riyadh in December 2025.

Fighter Selection Process
The tournament will select fighters based on strict criteria:

Fighters must not be over 26 years old.
No more than 15 professional fights in their career.

Must pass the scrutiny of a special committee to ensure quality and potential.

Sulaimán affirmed:
💬 “We are looking for real talents, those who can become champions in the future.”

The Future of World Boxing
The Boxing World Cup is not only an opportunity to discover young talents but also a launching pad for boxers to enter the professional arena. This tournament promises to change the perception of boxing, creating a fair and transparent playing field where all young boxers have the opportunity to shine.

The 2025 Boxing World Cup is not just a dream of one person; it symbolizes a new era in the sport of boxing. Let’s wait for this historic event, where young talents will write a new chapter for world boxing!