More than 400 athletes from 108 countries have gathered in Dubai for the 2025 IBA Men’s Elite World Boxing Championships — one of the most significant and ambitious editions in the history of Olympic-style boxing. The scale of participation highlights the global reach and prestige of the event, uniting the world’s top talents in a truly international arena.
This year’s Championships feature a record-breaking USD 8.32 million prize pool, making it the richest tournament ever organised by the International Boxing Association (IBA). The prize distribution model represents a groundbreaking approach: 50% of each prize goes to the boxer, 25% to their coach, and 25% to their national federation. This structure is designed to empower not only the athletes themselves, but the entire support network behind them — a bold step forward for the sport.
A Full Festival of Boxing in Dubai
The Championships are part of a two-week Festival of Boxing, transforming Dubai into a global hub for competition, development and collaboration within the boxing world.
Several key events will be held alongside the tournament:
IBA Business Forum — bringing together national federations, industry leaders and partners to discuss strategic growth and the future of the sport.
IBA Pro Event — a high-profile professional showcase held within the Festival of Boxing, enhancing the visibility and prestige of the entire gathering.
IBA Congress (13 December) — the annual meeting of national federations, where key decisions and developments shaping the future of global boxing are addressed.
Together, these events create a comprehensive platform that spans competition, governance and professional advancement, making this edition far more than a sporting tournament.
A New Standard for Amateur Boxing
Dubai’s hosting sets a new benchmark for professionalism, production quality and international engagement. With world-class preparation, excellent facilities and flawless organisation, the 2025 Championships demonstrate what modern Olympic-style boxing can achieve on the world stage.
A record number of nations represented
Unprecedented financial rewards
A unified global celebration — from athletes to officials and federations
The 2025 IBA Men’s Elite World Boxing Championships mark a pivotal milestone for the sport — a powerful statement of growth, ambition and global unity. A landmark event, setting a new era in the future of boxing.
