The International Boxing Association (IBA) has confirmed that the 2025 IBA Men’s Elite World Championships will take place from December 2 to 13 at Dubai’s renowned Tennis Stadium, anchoring a landmark two-week Festival of Boxing.
This premier global event will bring together the world’s most accomplished boxers, all competing for championship honours and a historic prize fund of $8 million. With $300,000 awarded to the winner of each weight category, the championships will stand as the most lucrative in the sport’s history.
The unprecedented purse reflects President Umar Kremlev’s commitment to strengthening every level of the boxing pathway—supporting emerging talent while recognising excellence on the world stage. Prize payments will be shared among athletes, coaches, and National Federations to acknowledge the unified effort behind every elite performance.
Prize Distribution
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1st Place: $300,000 per category
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2nd Place: $150,000 per category
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3rd Place: $75,000 per category
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5th Place: $10,000 per category
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Allocation: 50% to the boxer, 25% to coaches, 25% to the National Federation
“This World Championships is about more than prize money. It is about respecting our athletes, their coaches, and the federations that shape them,” stated President Umar Kremlev.
“In December, Dubai becomes the heart of world boxing. Athletes will compete under their own flags, on equal terms, with an opportunity to transform their careers. The IBA’s mission is to protect boxers, expand opportunities, and keep our sport a symbol of fairness and unity. The Festival of Boxing will mark a new chapter for global boxing.”
With more than 75 years of history and a legacy of developing some of boxing’s greatest champions, the IBA remains the global authority for elite amateur boxing—preserving the sport’s traditions while propelling it into the future.
The 2025 Men’s Elite World Championships will showcase that legacy, blending world-class competition with cultural celebration and modern spectacle. The event will bring together the sport’s leading nations in a show of unity, talent, and shared ambition.
“The Championships in Dubai will be a celebration of boxing at every level,” said Chris Roberts OBE, IBA Secretary General & CEO.
“Alongside the IBA Global Boxing Forum, a premier IBA Pro Event, and the IBA Congress, this Festival will represent the full breadth of our sport. IBA is more than an organisation—it is a movement built on excellence, innovation, and global unity.”
The Festival of Boxing will position Dubai as the world capital of the sport this December, welcoming athletes from every federation and delivering elite competition paired with immersive fan experiences. Additional programme details will be announced soon.
