The UK’s BoxRec system does not accurately reflect the performance of boxers from the past. Many bouts were not reported in newspapers, magazines or similar sources and were lost forever. As a result, BoxRec cannot capture this information in a comprehensive way. However, the editors of the website work to correct this problem and keep the database current. The new bouts added to the records of old-time fighters may affect their rating.
The BoxRec database contains bouts from the past and present. If a fighter’s opponent has a poor record, they’ll have a hard time ranking them in comparison to the current top boxers. A good rule of thumb is that if a boxer has no previous record, their rating will be lower than their opponent’s. A lower rating means that they’re likely to lose. This is also a good rule to follow if you want to be sure which fighters to watch.
It’s important to note that this system can be misleading. It doesn’t show the full record of women boxers and isn’t a reliable way to compare fighters. In the end, the system can only tell you how a boxer fared in a given bout, but it can help you decide which opponents to fight. You can also find the latest results in the Forum. And of course, don’t forget to join the BoxRec forum.