IBA Boxing Game Steals the Show at IBA Congress 2025 in Dubai: Cyber-Zone and World’s First Esports Boxing Champion’s Belt Unveiled

DUBAI, 17 December 2025 — As part of the recently concluded International Boxing Association (IBA) Congress 2025 in Dubai, held parallel to the Men’s World Boxing Championships, a landmark event for the sport’s digital future took place. The official IBA Boxing Game was publicly unveiled for the first time at the “Boxing Festival” venue, capturing the attention of delegates, athletes, and boxing legends.

Star-Studded Guests and Game Presentation

The Congress, which gathered delegates from around the world to define a new global strategy for boxing’s development, was attended by famous personalities from the boxing world. Among the event’s guests were the legend of the sport and IBA Vice President Manny Pacquiao, as well as boxing icon Roy Jones Jr., who performed at the World Championships opening ceremony. Their presence underscored the significance of the event and the professional community’s interest in the digital transformation of boxing.

The main surprise for Congress participants was the specially constructed IBA Boxing Game cyber-zone. In this high-tech space, every visitor could:

• Get acquainted with the game on various devices, from gaming consoles to mobile platforms.
• Interact with the “Neuro Boxer”—a unique virtual assistant powered by artificial intelligence that consults on gameplay and tactics.
• Immerse themselves in virtual reality via a VR station to feel like they were in a real ring.

The Championship Belt and Ambitious Future Plans

The centerpiece exhibit of the cyber-zone was the physical championship belt, whose design was revealed to the public for the first time. This belt will become the main trophy for the winner of the historic first IBA Esports World Championship, which will be held within the IBA Boxing Game.

The presentation outlined an ambitious project roadmap, aligning with IBA’s overall course of innovation and investment in the sport’s future. Players and viewers can look forward to:

1. Regular esports tournaments with prize funds.
2. Integration with real IBA boxing events.
3. Continuous content updates—new boxers, arenas, and game modes.

The launch of IBA Boxing Game and the Esports World Championship marks a crucial step in implementing IBA’s strategy to expand boxing’s global audience and commercial potential, a topic also discussed at the Congress. This project vividly demonstrates how traditional sport meets the technologies of the future, creating new opportunities for boxing fans worldwide.