The inaugural World Boxing Championships took place from 4 to 14 September 2025 at Liverpool Arena, featuring 540 boxers from 68 nations across men’s and women’s divisions.
This marks the first time the event has been held in the UK. However, controversy arose when 12 female boxers from countries like Nigeria, Dominican Republic, and Fiji were excluded for missing deadlines on genetic sex testing requirements.
The tournament showcased emerging boxing talent and increased global representation. Organizers said future editions would refine policies to ensure fairer inclusion.
For UK sports media, hosting this event is a milestone in boxing prestige. For international audiences, it signals an evolving governance and inclusion debate in global boxing.
