The heavyweight boxing division has been thrown into fresh debate after The Ring magazine released its latest rankings, sparking major shifts among the sport’s elite.
At the top, Oleksandr Usyk remains unshaken as champion, his technical brilliance and historic victories keeping him firmly on the throne.
Close behind, Tyson Fury stays at No. 1, widely regarded as the biggest challenger to Usyk following their unforgettable clash.
Perhaps the most surprising change comes with Joseph Parker climbing to No. 2. Parker, once counted out, has stormed back into contention, proving his resurgence is no fluke.
Moreover, Germany’s Agit Kabayel has broken into the top three, disrupting the long-standing order of heavyweight dominance.
Young contenders Daniel Dubois and Filip Hrgovic occupy the fourth and fifth positions respectively.
Their rise signals that the new generation of heavyweights is pressing forward with hunger and determination.
Further down the ladder, Britain’s Fabio Wardley holds steady at No. 6, continuing his solid run.
Meanwhile, Chinese powerhouse Zhilei Zhang follows at No. 7, bringing danger with every punch.
Congo’s Martin Bakole has secured the No. 8 slot, while teenage sensation Moses Itauma makes headlines by breaking into the top ten at just No. 9.
Itauma’s rise shows how youth is beginning to shape the future of the division.
Nigeria’s Efe Ajagba has re-entered the rankings at No. 10, marking a proud moment for African boxing.
His comeback signals that Africa still has a strong and rising voice in the heavyweight scene.
Perhaps the most unexpected development is the fall of Anthony Joshua, who has dropped out of the rankings entirely.
Once a dominant force and global superstar, Joshua has been inactive for over a year, costing him his place in the top ten.
