A boxing match is a competitive combat sport event in which two opponents, known as boxers, face each other in a squared ring. Each boxer aims to score points by landing punches on their opponent while adhering to specific rules and regulations set by governing bodies. Matches typically consist of a predetermined number of rounds, each lasting three minutes, with one-minute breaks in between. Boxers wear gloves and protective gear, including hand wraps, and are classified by weight divisions to ensure fair competition. The match can end in several ways, including a knockout (KO), technical knockout (TKO), or through a judges’ decision if the fight goes the full distance. Boxing matches are often regulated by referees and can be organized at amateur or professional levels. The sport emphasizes skill, strategy, and physical endurance, making it both a test of athletic prowess and tactical combat.
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