Not exactly. While it may draw inspiration from the world of boxing and real-life fighters, the plot and characters are largely fictional creations crafted to tell an engaging story on the big screen.
Yes, it is. Southpaw is inspired by real-life events and boxer stories.
Sort of. The movie takes elements from various true boxing experiences and weaves them into a fictional narrative. So, it has some roots in reality but is not a direct account of one specific person's story.