Boxing in Mexico City

The weathered Arena México (Dr. Lavista between Dr. Carmona and Dr. Lucio, Col. Doctores. 55/5588-0478) holds amateur boxing events on most Saturdays, starting at around 6 PM.

For top-notch, lightning-quick pugilism, Salon 21 (Moliere, at Andrómaco, Col. Ampliación Granada. 55/5255-5459). near Polanco, hosts professional and amateur bouts about once every two weeks. Fights are announced one week before the event at www.ticketmaster.com.mx. Ticket prices are $9 for general admission and $20 for ringside seats. The opening match begins at 8:30 PM.