International Boxing Federation (IBF)

The International Boxing Federation (IBF) is one of the major organizations that sanctions and regulates professional boxing matches worldwide. It establishes rules, rankings, and titles for various weight classes, ensuring fairness and consistency in the sport. When a boxer wins an IBF title, they earn recognition as the official champion in that division. The IBF also coordinates title defenses and rankings, helping to organize high-profile bouts. Its goal is to promote integrity and competitiveness in boxing, providing fighters with opportunities to achieve and defend world championship status under a recognized and standardized framework.