Last Updated: 10 november 2025
The Boxing World Championship is one of the most prestigious and anticipated events in the world of boxing. The tournament brings together the strongest fighters on the planet, competing for the title of world champion in various weight categories. This event attracts attention not only from sports fans but also from analysts, journalists, and bettors around the globe.
The men’s Boxing World Championship is held every two years under the auspices of the International Boxing Association (IBA, formerly AIBA). Competitions follow Olympic amateur boxing rules, making them as transparent and fair as possible for all participants.
The women’s version of the championship is also held separately but follows a similar structure, with different weight categories and a tournament-style competition format.
2027 IBA World Boxing Championships
The world of amateur boxing is eagerly awaiting the 2027 World Boxing Championship, which will be held in Astana, Kazakhstan. The tournament will be one of the most significant events leading up to the 2028 Olympics and will bring together the strongest athletes from around the globe.
When and where?
The exact dates of the competition have not yet been announced. Organizers from World Boxing have promised to release the full schedule closer to the event. It is already known that the venue will be a modern sports complex in the capital of Kazakhstan, offering an atmosphere and infrastructure that meet the high standards of world-class boxing.
Participants and favorites
The championship traditionally attracts competitors from over 100 countries, and the fight for medals promises to be intense. Among the teams considered potential leaders are:
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Kazakhstan — the host nation, with a strong national boxing program and a team that consistently performs well internationally;
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Uzbekistan — winner of previous championships, boasting a powerful and technically skilled team;
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Cuba — a country with a legendary boxing history that has produced numerous champions;
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Russia and China — experienced and talented teams that regularly achieve high results;
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USA and India — nations actively developing amateur boxing and steadily strengthening their squads.
Special attention will be on young athletes, for whom this championship could serve as a stepping stone to the Olympics and other major international competitions.
Championship history
The first Boxing World Championship took place in 1974 in Havana, Cuba. Since then, the tournament has been held in numerous countries, including Russia, Germany, Serbia, the USA, and Uzbekistan. It has served as a career springboard for stars such as Félix Savón, Vasiliy Lomachenko, Artem Dalakian, and others.
Over time, the championship has evolved: rules have been updated, weight categories added, and greater attention given to athlete preparation for both youth and adult boxers.
Winners for the last 3 years
| Year | Venue | Best national teams |
| 2025 | Russia: 7 gold, 5 silver, 1 bronze
Kazakhstan: 3 gold, 1 silver, 2 bronze Uzbekistan: 2 gold, 4 silver, 3 bronze |
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| 2023 | Tashkent, Uzbekistan | Uzbekistan: 5 gold, 2 silver, 2 bronze
Kazakhstan: 4 gold, 1 silver, 0 bronze Russia: 2 gold, 0 silver, 4 bronze |
| 2021 | Belgrade, Serbia | Cuba: 3 gold, 0 silver, 2 bronze
Kazakhstan: 2 gold, 2 silver, 1 bronze USA: 2 gold, 2 silver, 0 bronze |
2029 IBA World Boxing Championships
The next World Boxing Championship is expected in 2029. The host country has not yet been officially confirmed, but several nations, including China and Turkey, have already expressed interest in hosting the event.
Keep an eye on the dates of boxing competitions and other events in our Sporting Events Calendar.
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