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Honesty. Integrity. Trust.
From its inception, the IBO's mandate has been
to bring these qualities to boxing. The record shows that we’ve been –
and continue to be – successful. That's why world class talent like
Lennox Lewis, Wladimir Klitschko, Ricky Hatton, Antonio Tarver, and so many others have
been proud to wear our belt. And that’s why the IBO's objective,
comprehensive computerized rankings remain the most reliable and
honest in the sport.
When you associate with the IBO, you send a
message to boxing. It's a statement of your commitment to maintaining
credibility in the greatest, purest contest of human ability in the
world. We're "The Champion Of Integrity", and we invite you to be part
of the revolution.
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IBO Mission Statement
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What the I.B.O. Is: |
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1. |
We use the only
independent objective computerized rankings in boxing today. |
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We abide by and
work in conjunction with the rules and laws of State and Country
Commissions. |
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We license only
fair, honest and experienced judges, referees and commissioners of
the highest integrity. (Licenses limited to 30 judges and 20
referees.) |
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Simple yet exact
guidelines for champions. |
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We limit our role
in boxing to ranking boxers, sanctioning matches authorized by our
championship rules and awarding the championship title to the
winner. |
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We are
independent, honest and accessible and offer total disclosure of
our financial records. |
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What the I.B.O. Is Not: |
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We do not use
subjective ratings based upon politics, favoritism or pressure
from promoters. |
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We do not impose
self-serving mandatory defenses. |
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We do not
“regulate” boxing. This is left to the local commissions. We do
not overrule local jurisdictions or laws. We control only the
title, not the event. |
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We are not
controlled by promoters. |
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