17 February 2026

37 minutes

Available for over a year

Boxing is on the rise with streaming giants now broadcasting major fights and heavy investment from Saudi Arabia reshaping the sport. But for boxers facing money or health problems out of the ring, help is not always easy to come by. As File on 4 Investigates discovers, some in boxing are now working towards a unified approach across the sport, which would help fighters throughout their careers, but can they make it work?

Reporter: Kal Sajad

Producer: Ashley Kennedy

Additional research: Clive Hammond

Technical Producer: Cameron Ward

Production Co-ordinators: Ellis Goodwin & Tim Fernley

Editor: Tara McDermott

Details of organisations offering help and support for the issues raised are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline