London 2012 could see introduction of Women's boxing by British Boxing Aug 21st 2008

Boxing chiefs will press for the introduction of women fighters at the London 2012 Olympics, according to the BBC. Amateur International Boxing Association (AIBA) president, Wu Ching-Kuo, told the broadcaster: "We will make a proposal and submit it. Boxing is the only sport in the Olympic programme without women and we believe we are ready." The introduction of a completely new sport into the Olympic schedule must be configured into the bid made by a winning city. It is understood that a women's boxing competition would include 11 weight classes – the same as the men's competition - and bouts would be held over four two-minute rounds. Existing world and continental championships would be used as qualifiers The AIBA said that it expects a decision from the IOC by December 2008.

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