Both sides have valid arguments, but its the fighters choice at the end of the day (Is boxing worth the risk?)

Member Name: huggy2009

Product:	Is boxing worth the risk?
Date:	17/05/09 (154 review reads)
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Advantages: Improved medical facilites, referees and technology

Disadvantages: Nothing can prepare for a heavy right hook to the headt

I do understand this question, but find it hard to answer, I spar and train with punchbags but have never had the desire to get in the ring, but if I wanted to get in the ring and box, I think I should have every right to do it.

It is known as the noble sport, pitching two warriors against each other in combat, it is a skilful trade where sometimes you don't have to be the strongest, or biggest puncher to win.

Is it worth the risk, well looking at Muhammed Ali, Joe Frazier or Michael Watson you might question if it is worth the risk, being left with Parkinsons or Brain damage is something even money can't cater for, it does ruin your life and for a simple way to make a living, I understand why people find it repulsive and say it should be banned, but I also understand people who believe its their right to box if they want to, the Boxing board in Great Britain have great medical facilities and staff and test people thoroughly before fights, but nothing can prepare for a powerful punch to the side of the head and falling on your face awkwardly.

Overall, boxing has been about since the first olympics, amateur boxing is controlled with headguards and less rounds, professional boxing has incredible facilities and relies on referees to end fights before things get too bad.

Personally I don't think it should be banned, but I do understand whty people complain and will continue to, I believe in choice and if somebody wants to box, motivated by their desire to be the best, or by money, they should be allowed to do so.

Summary: Its a tough argument