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So, you’re looking for the best boxing Kodi addons? If that’s so, we understand the frustration of trying out addons that turn out to be faulty (which happens more often than not). Don’t worry; we have done the hard work of sifting through hundreds of addons to bring you those focused solely on boxing.
First and foremost, know that we highly recommend sticking to legal boxing addons for Kodi, even though they do have certain limitations. Unofficial add-ons might look enticing, but remember that those aren’t safe to use.
As you’re about to see, we have an excellent group of boxing Kodi addons, so let’s jump right in. But first, make sure to read the following warning.
How to Find & Installing Boxing Addons on Kodi (v19 Matrix, v18 Leia & Older)?
All of the boxing Kodi addons that we’ve decided to highlight in this guide come from Kodi’s official repository. With that said, here’s how to find and install them.
- Launch Kodi and select ‘Add-ons‘ (using the main menu).
- Then, navigate to Download > Video Add-ons.
- Select the addon you’d like to install (DAZN, ESPN 3, NBC Sports Live Extra, Fox Sports GO, or YouTube) and you’ll open that addon’s overview.
- Take a look at the bottom-right corner, where you’ll see the ‘Install‘ button. Use it.
- After a few moments, the addon will be installed. Return to the ‘Add-ons‘ section to launch it.
In case you’d like to take a deeper dive into installing addons from Kodi’s official repository, make sure to click on the provided link. That’s where you’ll find more detailed instructions, along with helpful screenshots (and handy tips and tricks, as well).
Best-Working Boxing Kodi Addons in 2021
After plenty of testing and after several revisions of this article, we present to you the 5 best boxing Kodi addons that you’ll find available right now.
- DAZN
- ESPN 3
- NBC Sports Live Extra (Compatible with Kodi v19)
- Fox Sports GO
- YouTube (Compatible with Kodi v19)
1. DAZN
If you’re into boxing (and we’re sure you are, as you’re reading this article), know that DAZN is the best OTT platform right now. In 2018, DAZN announced a deal with the Matchroom Boxing promoter to stream boxing matches in the US. In the meantime, global streaming rights were acquired, making DAZN even more attractive.
As you can see, DAZN is a premium-priced subscription service. However, considering that it comes with a fully-functional Kodi addon and considering its affordable price, we think it’s your best bet right now.
Lastly, know that DAZN is hosted by Kodi’s own repository, making the installation process as simple as possible. You can expect regular updates as well, which is why investing in this OTT platform seems like a good option.
2. ESPN 3
In case you already have a cable or OTT subscription that includes ESPN, we have a fantastic addon for you. Called ESPN 3, this addon requires your existing credentials to let you stream premium-priced ESPN channels.
In terms of the available channels, this addon includes ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPNews, ESPN Deportes, SEC, Longhorn, ESPN3, SECPlus, and ACCExtra. Besides, on-demand content awaits, including replays.
Considering that you can watch boxing on various ESPN channels, we have a highly valuable addon here. And also, know that ESPN3 offers video quality up to HD, which also applies to live TV channels. That’s how you can get a much better picture quality in comparison to what you’ll get from your cable provider.
For a very long time, NBC was home to high-profile boxing matches. Even though DAZN took over some of its broadcasting rights, NBC Sports is still one of the best sports-oriented channels. Therefore, we recommend it to those who like to follow the latest boxing-related news, in addition to following other sports as well.
In terms of what you can watch on NBC Sports Live Extra, well – plenty awaits. This is home to numerous NFL and Premier League games, NASCAR races, golf tournaments, and plenty more. And considering that NBC Sports Extra has apps for other platforms, you’ll always get to stay on top of the latest news.
4. Fox Sports GO
Even though Fox Sports GO launched a few years back with plenty of hype, it never reached its full potential. However, in terms of boxing, this is an excellent source of news. This is where you’ll find the latest boxing scores, news, rumors, stats, and standings – so you can easily stay on top of the newest boxing events.
The most significant upside to using Fox Sports GO is that you’ll benefit from this broadcaster’s exclusive rights. In 2018, the PBC signed a deal with Fox to produce a series of matches, and many of those are available on Fox Sports GO as well.
It should also be noted that the exclusive agreements with the PBC will last through 2021, which means that Fox Sports GO will be a highly valuable Kodi addon this year as well.
5. YouTube
We’ll end our list of the best boxing Kodi addons with YouTube. And yes, we understand that you might be surprised to see this addon recommended. However, there are more reasons that one to install and use it.
Even though YouTube won’t let you stream that latest high-profile boxing matches live, it provides access to a steady stream of news. This means you could use your YouTube account to subscribe to various TV networks’ channels, letting you easily stay on top of the latest news.
We all know that YouTube is a valuable source of videos, many of which can’t be found on other platforms. In terms of boxing, we’re talking about channels dedicated to this sport, which are now available on Kodi.
Boxing Kodi Addons Not Working? Try This!
Kodi users are no strangers to error messages like “Something went wrong” or “Failed to install a dependency.” However, it takes only a couple of moments of your time to resolve those problems, as explained just below.
- First and foremost, our strong recommendation would be to delete Kodi’s cache files. These are harmless files that help speed up your Kodi. However, they can also cause issues with addons, which is why removing them is always the first step to resolving a wide range of problems.
- Then, it would also be helpful to keep your Kodi updated. However, know that many addons still don’t work with Kodi v19, so you might want to update to Kodi v18.9 instead. It all depends on the addons you plan to use, so make sure to update cautiously.
- Each addon for Kodi comes with a set of dependencies. If (for any reason) those won’t install, this will block the addon from installing as well. The solution to this is to install Kodi dependencies manually, so use the provided link and learn how that’s done.
- And lastly, we also recommend using a VPN – especially if you can install an addon but can’t access it. Check out the best VPNs for Kodi, and then proceed to learn how to install a VPN for Kodi (those are two individual applications that run side-by-side).
Which Boxing Addons for Kodi No Longer Work (Or Have Shut Down Permanently)?
We used to have a selecton of boxing-related addons for Kodi. However, it’s not unusual for “unofficial” addons to disappear without a trace, and that’s precisely what happened to the following addons.
- ProSport
- Sports Angel
- Castaway
- Saddo Boxing
- Rising Tides
- Falcon
- Made in Canada IPTV
All of the addons found above were used to stream boxing on Kodi. However, none of them used to come from Kodi’s official repository, which is always a reason for concern. So, make sure to learn about the difference between official and unofficial addons – and be careful about what you install on Kodi.
This is where we end our guide to the best Kodi addons for boxing in 2021. If you have questions, make sure to post a comment below. If you wish to check other Kodi articles produced by our team, don’t hesitate to use the link provided. Thank you for reading!
