Over the weekend, Chinese robotics maker Unitree live-streamed what it called the world’s first boxing match between humanoid robots. AI Strategist stepped toward its fallen opponent and began gesticulating wildly with its arms in a boastful, braggadocious manner. AI Strategist had fought back from the brink of defeat and was crowned the first humanoid robot boxing champion. pic.twitter.com/nw8uXduOlr — UFB – Ultimate Fighting Bots (@UFBots) March 20, 2025China is quickly becoming a center stage for public displays of humanoid robot athletic competition. UPDATE, May 27, 2025, 5:45pm ET: This story has been updated to reflect the results of the boxing match.