During the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) General Assembly, which took place in Bangkok Thailand, Boxing was proudly represented by AIBA President Gafur Rahimov. While the General Assembly opened on Saturday night with a mixture of protocols, awards, presentation and traditional music and dance as well as Thai cuisine, the administrative portion of the...

Following the European Boxing Confederation’s (EUBC) Annual General Assembly in Moscow, a resolution reaffirming unwavering support for AIBA was unanimously approved by the newly elected EUBC Executive Committee. This resolution states: We, the European Boxing Confederation (EUBC): Reaffirm that the International Boxing Association (AIBA) is the one and only governing body of Olympic Boxing. Vow to support the...

The AIBA Executive Committee convened for a two-days meeting to discuss the current state of affairs and the continued progress towards its new reforms in the Turkish city of Istanbul on February 8 and 9. Among the various topics discussed were the relations with the IOC, appointments of commission chairs, the review and approval...

Zsolt Erdei is the most successful Hungarian pro boxer of all time, he was the world champion of two weight classes - the light-heavyweight and the cruiserweight - defending the previous belt for 9 consecutive years. "Madár” (Bird) - as called in Hungary - fell in love with the sport when he was ten...

The press conference was held at the Duna Arena, where there were mentions regarding current information about the Hungarian team, as well the special ring design. As known, Budapest is hosting the 2018 AIBA Youth World Boxing Championships between August 21-31.  The Duna Arena was one of the most emblematic venues of the 17th FINA...