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Boxing is one of the most popular and highly regarded combat sports in the world, and it has a rich history dating back centuries. From the early days of bare-knuckle fighting to the modern era of gloved competition, boxing has captivated audiences with its blend of skill, strategy, and raw power.
Whether you're a fan of the sweet science or simply looking to test your knowledge, this quiz will put your boxing IQ to the test. Covering everything from legendary champions and memorable matchups to the rules and scoring of the sport, this quiz will challenge even the most knowledgeable boxing aficionados.
So put on your boxing gloves, step into the ring, and let's see what you know about this timeless sport!
Who was the first black heavyweight champion of the world in boxing?
Jack Johnson
Muhammad Ali
Joe Louis
Mike Tyson
What is the term used to describe a punch that lands cleanly on the target without being blocked?
Body Shot
Power Punch
Haymaker
Clean Punch
Who is the only boxer to win world championships in 8 different weight divisions?
Manny Pacquiao
Floyd Mayweather Jr.
Oscar De La Hoya
Sugar Ray Leonard
What is the name of the brand that is widely used for boxing gloves and other boxing equipment?
Everlast
Lonsdale
Ringside
Cleto Reyes
Who was the first woman to win a world title in boxing?
Laila Ali
Christy Martin
Ann Wolfe
Bonnie Canino
In what year did boxing become an Olympic sport?
1900
1904
1908
1912
What is the maximum weight a heavyweight boxer can weigh according to the rules set by most boxing organizations?
200 lbs
205 lbs
210 lbs
No weight limit
Who is nicknamed The Greatest?
Sugar Ray Leonard
Muhammad Ali
Joe Louis
Mike Tyson
What is the term used for a referee counting to ten seconds over a fallen boxer?
TKO
KO
Knockout
Count
Who was the first boxer to win a world championship in five weight classes?
Manny Pacquiao
Sugar Ray Leonard
Thomas Hearns
Oscar De La Hoya
What is the term used for a technique where a boxer ducks low to avoid an incoming punch?
Ducking
Weaving
Slipping
Bobbing
Who is nicknamed Iron Mike?
Mike Tyson
Evander Holyfield
Lennox Lewis
George Foreman
What is the term used for a boxer who fights in the lightest weight class?
Bantamweight
Featherweight
Flyweight
Light Flyweight
Who is the youngest heavyweight champion in the history of boxing?
Mike Tyson
Floyd Patterson
Cassius Clay
George Foreman
What is the term used for a type of punch that is delivered upwards in a circular motion, typically to the opponent's chin?
Jab
Cross
Hook
Uppercut
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