Glossary

Weigh-In

Ring

The official process where fighters are weighed, usually the day before a bout, to confirm they meet the contracted weight limit. Some sanctioning bodies, like the IBF, add a second check on fight day.

More Ring Terms

Bout

A boxing match or contest between two fighters.

Canvas

The floor surface of the boxing ring, padded and covered with canvas material. "Hitting the canvas" means being knocked down.

Corner

The designated area where a fighter's team works between rounds. Also refers to the team itself ("his corner threw in the towel").

Cornerman

A member of the fighter's corner team responsible for providing water, treating cuts, applying ice, and giving tactical advice between rounds.

Cutman

A specialist in a fighter's corner responsible for treating cuts and swelling between rounds using adrenaline solution, Vaseline, and cold metal tools.

Neutral Corner

One of the two corners of the ring not assigned to either fighter. After scoring a knockdown, the standing fighter must retreat to a neutral corner.

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