7 legendary boxing arenas in the world

• The more famous the venue, the more value it will bring to the promoters and fighters.
• This explains why most of the famous boxing arenas in the world are not just ordinary.
• Madison Square Garden is, without a doubt, the most famous arena in the world.

Which arenas do you think top the list of the most legendary boxing arenas in the world at the moment?

For an ordinary boxing match, the venue shouldn’t really matter. But how could the promoters make the best prizefights if the venues are not worth it?

The more famous the venue, the more value it will bring to the promoters and fighters. This explains why most of the famous boxing arenas in the world are not just ordinary. They are often celebrated just as the fighters.

These are places where fans witness true boxing greatness. Without further ado, let’s look at the seven legendary boxing arenas of all time.

1. Madison Square Garden

Maddison Square Garden. Photo/ Twitter.

Madison Square Garden is, without a doubt, the most famous arena in the world. This arena of arenas is where legends are born.

This arena has hosted some of the biggest fights in the boxing world throughout the past 100 years.

Nearly every elite boxer of the modern era has stepped into the ring at Madison Square Garden. One of the biggest fights this legendary arena has hosted is the Muhammad Ali vs Joe Frazier I and II.

Madison Square Garden is the arena where Joe Fraizer surprised the boxing world by defeating Muhammad Ali.

MSG is located in Midtown Manhattan between Seventh and Eight avenues from 31st to 33rd Street.

2. The MGM Grand 

The MGM Grand is undoubtedly one of the most legendary boxing arenas in the world. This arena is located in the MGM Grand hotel, which is one of the largest hotels in the United States.

The MGM can accommodate 17,000 fans and has been used as a venue for some of the biggest boxing matches this century.

The MGM. Photo/ TripAdvisor.

The venue was the headquarter for several Floyd Mayweather fights. It was also a frequent location for Manny Pacquiao fights.

3. Caesar’s Palace 

Caesar’s Palace was magical in the 1980s as it hosted high-profile boxing matches. This is the venue where Larry Holmes sent Muhammad Ali back into retirement.

It was Sugar Ray Leonard’s best arena, where he did wonders there. This is where he made a dramatic return to the sport, winning a split decision in his match with Marvelous Marvin Hagler in 1987.

Caesar’s Palace is where Sugar Ray made his astonishing Round 14 TKO comeback when fighting Thomas Hearns.

Madison Square Garden and the MGM Grand are currently above it, but it still holds its status as one of the most legendary boxing arenas.

4. Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall 

As far as boxing is concerned, Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall has hosted some of the biggest fights. 

Some top boxers who have exchanged blows at Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall include Dick Tiger, Joey Giardello, Evander Holyfield, and Dwight Muhammad Qawi.

Many boxing fans recognize Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall as the home of Mike Tyson. The legendary boxer fought most of his fights here, and thanks to him, it is recognized among the most legendary boxing arenas.

5. Plaza Mexico 

Also known as Estadio Azteca, Plaza Mexico has several records. It has hosted two FIFA World Cup finals and several and several high-profile boxing matches.

Mexican legends like Ruben Olivares, Juan Manuel Marquez and Erik Morales often fought their matches here.

Plaza Mexico boasts of hosting the most attended boxing fight in history.

6. Yankee Stadium 

Over the years, Yankee Stadium has hosted some of the biggest fights in boxing. From Muhammad Ali and Ken Norton to Sugar Ray Robinson and Floyd Patterson, Yankee Stadium used to host bouts all the time.

7. York Hall in London 

York Halls is the smallest venue on our list. But for boxing fans in London, this arena has a special kind of cache.

This legendary arena gets its name from the Duke and Duchess of New York, who opened it in 1929.

If you’re a boxing fan and find yourself in London, York Hall is one of the places you must see.

York Hall. Photo/ Boxing News.