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In this section, we revisit the most significant milestones of the careers of some of the strongest boxers to ever step into the ring. From any successful amateur background to their early steps in the world of professionalism, to their climbs to the world title, and even to the bitter defeats, we take an X-ray look at the sporting journey of these formidable athletes who will never be forgotten.

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Five Years Ago, the Death of José Napoles: The Greatest Cuban Boxer in History?

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Saensak Muangsurin: From Muay Thai to an Unbeatable Record

When Vasiliy Lomachenko turned professional in 2013, after a long and glorious amateur career, he...

Icy in the Ring, Uncontrollable Outside: “Escopeta” Carlos Monzon

A spectacular and violent death crowned a life always lived over the top: this was the fate that...

Hertzko Haft: From “Jewish Beast” in Nazi Camps to Rocky Marciano’s Rival

Many prisoners in Nazi concentration camps were forced to fight each other barehanded for the...

Gene Fullmer, the Indestructible Cyclone of Utah

Rough, ungraceful, at times even a bit clumsy in his movements, but extraordinarily effective:...

Vitali Klitschko Turns 53: The Brutal Strength of Dr. Ironfist!

On July 19, 1971, a Ukrainian boy destined to become a colossus of brutal strength was born: the...

Joel Casamayor: A Champion with Prodigious Technique

On July 12, 1971, one of the many exquisite talents that the island of Cuba has given to the world...

“Iron” Mike Tyson, the most spectacular heavyweight of all time, turns 58!

Today is the 58th birthday of one of the most beloved boxers of all time, the legendary...

His name is legend: the heroic feats of Arturo “Thunder” Gatti

There are boxers who have gone down in history not only for their talent but also for the shows they...