But Wu rejected the charges saying that "only the best AIBA boxers" would be facing professional fighters. SHANGHAI - The International Boxing Association (AIBA) on Monday denied accusations it is trying to take over the sport, following a controversial decision to let professional boxers fight at the Rio Olympics. In May legendary boxing promoter Bob Arum told AFP the plan to introduce professional boxers was "total madness" and would result in "serious injuries". Arum believed the decision was commercially orientated, with AIBA seeing more lucrative opportunities, and part of a wider power grab by the association. The decision was met with widespread derision in the boxing world, with many making their views clear even before the change was made.

Source: Bangkok Post July 25, 2016 14:37 UTC