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Is boxing legal? Should it be banned specifically by Parliament? Boxing has existed since ancient Mesopotamia1 and it is still a popular sport today. It exists on many different levels, ranging from amateur lightweight boxing to professional heavyweight boxing. Boxing is currently a legal sport in England and Wales as long as competitors perform within the rules of the game. However, its legality may well be questioned due to the range of assaults that may be inflicted upon opponents during the course of the match. There are also policy reasons why boxing should be made illegal. These include the violent nature of the sport and the exploitation of boxers. The Law Boxing is currently a legal sport and features in the Olympic Games, although it is banned by Sweden, Norway and Iceland.2 However, many question its legality because it bears a resemblance to the illegal activity of prize fighting. In the case...

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