Advice needed from amateurs and pros.

Discussion in 'British Boxing Forum' started by enquirer, Jul 13, 2008.


  1. enquirer

    enquirer Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Easy fellas.
    I trained to be an amateur boxer in 96,but on the verge of getting a first bout i broke my nose in sparring and after that lay off i got into weights,then various other things. (marriage etc.)
    I have been back in training at an amateur gym now,and im hoping to get a bout in the new season.
    However,im 35 in december and wonder what the age limit is for an amateur?
    Also what is the age limit for a pro or an unlicenced boxer? Thanks in advance...
     
  2. brown bomber

    brown bomber 2010 Poster of the Year Full Member

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    35 amateur... you won't be approved as a pro unless you can prove your the second coming of Ray Robinson... Try unlicenced
     
  3. enquirer

    enquirer Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Thanks jeff. Any information on how to get unlicenced bouts and their requirements?
     
  4. brown bomber

    brown bomber 2010 Poster of the Year Full Member

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    The largest in the Uk seem to be the EBF... lots of ex pros on the circuit and area titles.... they also keep rankings and records etc.... might be your best bet.
     
  5. BamBam

    BamBam The Brick Fist Mafia Full Member

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    Unlicensed boxing? Watch Snatch, there was plenty of it in that.
    Seriously though, you must be gagging for a fight to go back to it now. I hope it pans out for you. Let us know how you get on! :good
     
  6. brown bomber

    brown bomber 2010 Poster of the Year Full Member

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