MBA GOLDEN GLOVES - SYDNEY

MBA Golden Gloves - Sydney

The MBA Golden Gloves Sydney will take place on 14–15 August 2026 at Areena Sports Center, marking Masters Boxing Australia’s first Golden Gloves event held in New South Wales.

This landmark event represents an important step in the growth of Masters Boxing Australia, bringing one of the organisation’s most recognised titles to Sydney for the first time. Competitors from across Australia will come together to contest professionally matched bouts in a regulated, athlete-focused environment.

The MBA Golden Gloves is built on tradition, respect, and competitive integrity. All bouts will be matched with safety, experience, and fairness as the priority, overseen by experienced officials and delivered in line with all regulatory requirements.

NSW Sanctioning & Event Requirements

The MBA Golden Gloves Sydney is conducted under the sanctioning and regulatory oversight of NSW Combat Sports and NSW League Boxing Inc. As a result, there are several requirements for this event that differ from Masters Boxing Australia events held in Queensland.

All athletes competing at this event must be registered with NSW Combat Sports and comply with all NSW regulatory requirements.
All athletes are also required to be registered with NSW League Boxing Inc. Your MBA membership registration covers your NSW League Boxing Inc membership for the purpose of this event.
Former professional boxers may not compete in NSW events

Weigh-In Requirements (NSW)

In line with NSW Combat Sports regulations, daily weigh-ins are mandatory for all competitors.

Weigh-ins will take place as follows:

Friday 14 August 2026 – 7:00am to 9:00am
Saturday 15 August 2026 – 7:00am to 9:00am
All competitors must attend the weigh-in on each day they are scheduled to compete. No exceptions.

Designed for athletes, coaches, and spectators alike, the event will deliver two days of high-quality boxing and authentic Masters competition, providing participants with the opportunity to test themselves on a recognised national stage and be part of the evolving MBA Golden Gloves legacy.

Registrations open Feb 11th.

Age Requirements

Age is determined as at Friday 14 August 2026.
Minimum age for competition is 30 years.

Age Divisions

30–40
41–50
51–55
56–60
61–70
Fighters may be matched across age divisions provided there is no more than 10 years separating competitors. There are no divisions for competitors over 70 years of age.

Event Divisions (4 Fighter Limit)

Men and Women
Maximum of four fighters per division.

Tournament Fight Format

All divisions will contest three rounds of two minutes.
Elimination format applies.

Competition Divisions

Men and Women
Open Division – 6 or more fights
Combat Class – 1 to 5 fights
Cadet Class – 0 fights

Weight Divisions

Bantamweight (50.1kg – 57.5kg) – Female only
Lightweight (57.51kg – 65.0kg)
Welterweight (65.1kg – 72.5kg)
Middleweight (72.51kg – 80.0kg)
Cruiserweight (80.1kg – 87.5kg)
Heavyweight (87.51kg – 95.0kg)
Super Heavyweight (95.1kg – 102.5kg)
Open Weight (102.5kg+)

Tournament Briefing

Thursday 13 August 2026 – 6:00pm Areena Sports Center
A relaxed competitors meet and greet including event briefing, Q&A, access to practice scales, and collection of event merchandise. Attendance is recommended but not compulsory.

Compulsory Weigh-In

Friday 14 August 2026
7:00am – 9:00am
Saturday 15 August 2026
7:00am – 9:00am
There will be a compulsory weigh-in on each day of competition for all registered boxers. No exceptions.

Event Schedule (Subject to Change)

Friday 14 August 2026

Session 1: 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Session 2: 6:00pm – 11:00pm

Saturday 15 August 2026

Session 3: 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Session 4: 6:00pm – 11:00pm
Doors open for spectators 30 minutes prior to each session.

Fighter Availability

All boxers must be available for both days of competition. Requests for specific fight days, sessions, or corner colours will not be considered.

Membership Requirement

All boxers must be registered members of Masters Boxing Australia (MBA). A valid MBA membership number is required to complete event registration.

Titles & Awards

Open Class winners will be awarded the MBA Golden Gloves Title and receive the Golden Gloves Perpetual Belt.
Combat and Cadet Class winners will receive the Golden Gloves Perpetual Medal. Runners-up in Combat and Cadet divisions will receive a silver medal.

Equipment & Attire

MBA-approved gloves will be used. Gloves and headgear are supplied. Personal open-face headgear may be used if approved by the Event Marshal.
Competitors may wear red or blue singlets or official country colours. If colours clash, Red Corner has priority and Blue Corner must change.
Only cricket-box or single-protection groin guards are permitted. No abdominal protectors allowed. A properly fitted mouthguard is mandatory. Boxing shorts must have a clear, visible waistband.

Medical Clearance

A ringside doctor will be present prior to each session. All boxers must be medically cleared before competing. Medical clearance (Fitness to Box) and serology results must be current within 12 months of Friday 14 August 2026.
Former professional boxers may not compete in NSW events

Trainers and Seconders

Trainers must be aged 16 or older and hold valid MBA accreditation. Only one trainer is permitted in the ring per bout. MBA trainer and seconder accreditation is available and free.
Fighters without a personal trainer will be provided with an experienced accredited trainer and must attend the tournament briefing.

Judging & Sanctioning

All bouts are judged under recognised Masters Boxing scoring protocols. All results are final with no appeals. The event is organised by Masters Boxing Australia and sanctioned in accordance with NSW combat sports regulations.