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Boxing News

Boxing News is a British boxing magazine. Notably, it is the oldest boxing magazine still in publication, highlighting its historical significance and longevity within the boxing media landscape.

1909: Boxing News Founded

In 1909, Boxing News was founded by Murray as editor, inspired by Jack Johnson's victory. Murray's first editorial expressed the paper's commitment to good, clean sport.

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October 1931: Magazine Sold to Syndicate

In October 1931, Boxing News was sold to a syndicate of London sportsmen, who appointed Sydney Rushton as the new editor.

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1935: Sydney Ackland becomes editor

In 1935, Sydney Ackland replaced Miller as editor of Boxing News. Ackland had previously worked as John Murray's assistant editor.

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1941: Murray Steps Down Due to Ill Health

In 1941, Murray stepped down as editor of Boxing News due to ill health, and Gilbert Odd took over the position.

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1971: Graham Houston Becomes Editor

In 1971, Graham Houston became the editor of Boxing News, broadening the range of coverage, especially in North America.

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1977: Harry Mullan Becomes Editor

In 1977, Harry Mullan replaced Houston as editor of Boxing News, leading to an increase in circulation.

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October 1996: Harry Mullan Leaves Boxing News

In October 1996, Harry Mullan left Boxing News and received a glowing tribute from publisher Peter Kravitz.

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November 1996: Claude Abrams Succeeded Mullan

In November 1996, Claude Abrams succeeded Mullan as editor of Boxing News. The paper was redesigned, switched to a full-colour format, and became more extensive in content.

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March 1999: Paper changes to A3 size

In March 1999 Boxing News changed to A3 in size before reverting to A4.

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September 2005: Paper increases to 48 pages

In September 2005 Boxing News increased in length to 48 pages from 24.

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December 2009: Abrams Leaves Boxing News

In December 2009, Claude Abrams left Boxing News after 22 years, and Tris Dixon succeeded him as editor.

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December 2014: Dixon Leaves Boxing News

In December 2014, Tris Dixon left Boxing News, and Matt Christie took over as editor.

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April 2023: Boxing News Acquired

In April 2023, a digital media group acquired Boxing News, merging it with the iD Boxing platform to create Boxing News Plus.

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February 2024: Boxing News' Podcast Wins Award

In February 2024, Boxing News' podcast, The Boxing Show, won Best Combat Sports Podcast at the Sports Podcast Awards.

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March 2024: Boxing News App Launched

In March 2024, Boxing News announced the launch of the Boxing News app, which merges a prediction league with live scorecard functionality.

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April 2024: Mark Butcher Appointed Editor

In April 2024, Mark Butcher was announced as the new editor of Boxing News after the departure of Matt Christie.

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December 18, 2025: Boxing News Ceases Weekly Publication

On December 18, 2025, Boxing News ceased to be a weekly publication after 116 years. The final weekly edition was published.

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January 2026: Boxing News relaunches as Monthly Magazine

In January 2026, Boxing News relaunched as a monthly magazine, merging with and reviving the defunct Boxing Monthly magazine. Oliver Fennell was appointed editor.

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