Description: In 1867 boxing underwent some important changes. Gloves had to be worn, scoring was limited to three minute rounds and the referee had full control. As it was the eighth Marquis of Queensbury that played a key role in these changes the f...
Description In 1867 boxing underwent some important changes. Gloves had to be worn, scoring was limited to three minute rounds and the referee had full control. As it was the eighth Marquis of Queensbury that played a key role in these changes the first World Championship in 1884 was held under 'Queensbury Rules'. This DVD shows some of the best boxing bouts since then.