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Daily News Egypt
4 days ago
- Sport
- Daily News Egypt
China Hosts World's First Humanoid Robot Fighting Competition
HANGZHOU, China – The world's first international fighting tournament among humanoid robots has taken place in the Chinese city of Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province. The China Media Group (CMG) organized the competition, as reported by CGTN, a partner of TV BRICS. The tournament was divided into two parts: a demonstration segment and a competitive segment. In the first part, robots showcased their combat skills through single and group performances. In the second part, operators controlled the robots in real time using a special system. Each bout consisted of three rounds, each lasting two minutes. Punches were evaluated according to a point system: one point was awarded for an accurate punch with the hand, and three points for a kick with the foot. A participant lost five points for a knockdown, and if a robot did not get up within eight seconds, it was immediately disqualified. The robot controlled by operator Lu Xin emerged as the winner. In the final round, Lu Xin's robot knocked out its opponent in all three rounds. According to an equipment tester, professional athletes were involved in the preparation of the robots. Sensors were fitted to the athletes to record their movements. This data then formed the basis of training algorithms using artificial intelligence, which enabled the robots to practice various punches, from hooks to uppercuts.
Euronews
6 days ago
- Euronews
Video. AI Strategist defeats rivals in first-ever humanoid robot tournament
Operated by Lu Xin, AI Strategist defeated 'Silk Artisan' in the third round of the opening match before overpowering 'Energy Guardian' in the final held on Sunday. All competing robots were Unitree Robotics' G1 models, each standing 1.32 metres tall. Each match consisted of three rounds lasting two minutes, with points awarded for precise strikes — one point for arm hits, three for leg strikes, and penalties applied for knockdowns or failure to recover within eight seconds.
Economic Times
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Have robots learned how to fight, literally? World's first humanoid kickboxing match leaves viewers awestruck and uneasy
China just hosted the world's first humanoid robot kickboxing match, and it's as mind-blowing as it is unsettling. Unitree Robotics' G1 bots donned gloves and sparred in live matches, mimicking real fighters with uncanny accuracy. In a spectacle that looked straight out of a sci-fi blockbuster, four humanoid robots laced up their gloves, donned protective headgear, and faced off in what is being dubbed the world's first robot kickboxing championship — and the footage is as eerie as it is fascinating. Organized by Unitree Robotics in Hangzhou, China, the tournament featured four of their G1 humanoid robots sparring in one-on-one matches. Standing 130 centimeters tall and weighing 35 kilograms, these robots mimicked human fighters so convincingly that many spectators did a double take, half-expecting someone to step out of the suit. But no — these weren't people in costumes. These were pure machines, controlled remotely by human handlers ringside. For a generation raised on movies like Real Steel and Transformers , the championship was a bizarre real-life crossover into fiction. The robots 'warmed up' with pre-match demonstrations — punches, kicks, even standing tall after being shoved. Their movements, powered by sophisticated motion-control algorithms and large AI models, were impressively lifelike, eerily synchronized, and — to some — deeply unsettling. Each bout ran for two-minute rounds. The G1 bots scored points by landing hits to the opponent's head or torso. In the final match, Lu Xin's robot, dubbed 'AI Strategist,' crushed the competition with knockouts in all three rounds against Hu Yunqian's 'Energy Guardian.' Post-victory, Xin shared his triumph on Weibo, boasting about bringing back a 'strong entrepreneurial vibe' not seen in a while — whatever that might mean in a ring of robot prizefighters. While the spectacle drew millions of curious eyes, it's the timing of this event that has tech analysts raising eyebrows. According to the South China Morning Post , China's robotics industry is revving up to mass-produce humanoids by 2025 — with six out of 11 domestic companies aiming to deliver more than 1,000 units each. Unitree, AgiBot, Engine AI, and others are at the forefront of this robotic gold rush. This robot rumble wasn't a one-off, either. The championship also includes robotic football and basketball — turning sports into a potential AI proving ground. — Intern_SaharaAI (@Intern_SaharaAI) Online reactions were split between awe and anxiety. One Weibo user quipped: 'Wait until you see that running at you wearing full body armor at 50mph and simultaneously shooting in your direction… and you knowing its hit rate is over 95%.' Others were skeptical, with some calling the footage 'fake' or 'staged.' But make no mistake: this is not CGI. It's not a Hollywood set. This is the real deal — a turning point in robotic capability and public imagination. The kickboxing event follows China's earlier robotic headline-grabber — a half-marathon in Beijing where robots reportedly raced alongside humans. While Unitree later distanced itself from claims of formal participation, it's clear the G1 bots are ready for a different kind of endurance — inside the ring, not on the track. As China races to the frontlines of AI and humanoid robotics, the rest of the world watches — part amused, part alarmed. If the idea of AI fighting in rings today seems amusing, one can only imagine the unease when tomorrow's bots walk, run, and maybe even think on their own. In the words of one online commenter: 'This don't worry me... until they learn how to throw a real punch.' Too late — they already have.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Have robots learned how to fight, literally? World's first humanoid kickboxing match leaves viewers awestruck and uneasy
In a spectacle that looked straight out of a sci-fi blockbuster, four humanoid robots laced up their gloves, donned protective headgear, and faced off in what is being dubbed the world's first robot kickboxing championship — and the footage is as eerie as it is fascinating. Organized by Unitree Robotics in Hangzhou, China, the tournament featured four of their G1 humanoid robots sparring in one-on-one matches. Standing 130 centimeters tall and weighing 35 kilograms, these robots mimicked human fighters so convincingly that many spectators did a double take, half-expecting someone to step out of the suit. But no — these weren't people in costumes. These were pure machines, controlled remotely by human handlers ringside. The Real Steel Moment For a generation raised on movies like Real Steel and Transformers , the championship was a bizarre real-life crossover into fiction. The robots 'warmed up' with pre-match demonstrations — punches, kicks, even standing tall after being shoved. Their movements, powered by sophisticated motion-control algorithms and large AI models, were impressively lifelike, eerily synchronized, and — to some — deeply unsettling. Each bout ran for two-minute rounds. The G1 bots scored points by landing hits to the opponent's head or torso. In the final match, Lu Xin's robot, dubbed 'AI Strategist,' crushed the competition with knockouts in all three rounds against Hu Yunqian's 'Energy Guardian.' Post-victory, Xin shared his triumph on Weibo, boasting about bringing back a 'strong entrepreneurial vibe' not seen in a while — whatever that might mean in a ring of robot prizefighters. You Might Also Like: World's first human-robot race: 12,000 runners to compete with robots this April. Check eligibility, requirement, prize — NRNAgents (@NRNAgents) Entertainment or Engineering Leap? While the spectacle drew millions of curious eyes, it's the timing of this event that has tech analysts raising eyebrows. According to the South China Morning Post , China's robotics industry is revving up to mass-produce humanoids by 2025 — with six out of 11 domestic companies aiming to deliver more than 1,000 units each. Unitree, AgiBot, Engine AI, and others are at the forefront of this robotic gold rush. This robot rumble wasn't a one-off, either. The championship also includes robotic football and basketball — turning sports into a potential AI proving ground. — Intern_SaharaAI (@Intern_SaharaAI) Uneasy Applause Online reactions were split between awe and anxiety. One Weibo user quipped: 'Wait until you see that running at you wearing full body armor at 50mph and simultaneously shooting in your direction… and you knowing its hit rate is over 95%.' Others were skeptical, with some calling the footage 'fake' or 'staged.' But make no mistake: this is not CGI. It's not a Hollywood set. This is the real deal — a turning point in robotic capability and public imagination. You Might Also Like: Is this robot your future housemate? Tesla's Optimus robot cooks, cleans, and leaves the internet torn between awe and alarm From Half-Marathons to Heavy Punches The kickboxing event follows China's earlier robotic headline-grabber — a half-marathon in Beijing where robots reportedly raced alongside humans. While Unitree later distanced itself from claims of formal participation, it's clear the G1 bots are ready for a different kind of endurance — inside the ring, not on the track. As China races to the frontlines of AI and humanoid robotics , the rest of the world watches — part amused, part alarmed. If the idea of AI fighting in rings today seems amusing, one can only imagine the unease when tomorrow's bots walk, run, and maybe even think on their own. In the words of one online commenter: 'This don't worry me... until they learn how to throw a real punch.' Too late — they already have.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Watch: World's first humanoid robot kickboxing tournament held in China
The world's first humanoid fighting competition took place on Sunday, 25 May, in Hangzhou, east China, with robots exchanging punches in the ring. Video shows the robots throwing fists and knees in front of a baying crowd until one loses its balance and falls backward, tumbling outside the ring. The event is part of the China Media Group World Robot Competition Series, designed to showcase regional robotics industries and promote the integration of science, culture, and tourism. Lu Xin's "AI Strategist" claimed the championship title after defeating "Energy Guardian," operated by Hu Yunqian, with knockouts in all three rounds. The competition series will also include robot football and basketball matches.
