From a custom-built stadium in the desert to “dead in the water”, promises rarely mean so little or meet such sudden ends as in boxing. It is perhaps the sport’s greatest pitfall that the drama which dominates all big fights often prevents them from ever coming to fruition. Promoters scheme, subterfuge reigns and scores are settled without a punch being thrown. Never believe a bout is truly happening until both fighters have finished their ring walks, or else they might trip over their laces.
