Oleksandr Usyk - Leader of the Boxing Rankings
The sports portal The Ring has published an updated ranking of the best boxers in the world, where Ukrainian boxer Oleksandr Usyk has taken first place. This means that Usyk has become the leader among professional boxers, pushing down the previous holder of this status, Terence Crawford, who has ended his sports career.
Oleksandr Usyk last entered the ring in May 2025, when he fought Daniel Dubois to win the title of absolute world champion. However, despite his successes, Usyk refused the WBO title and lost the status of absolute champion.
Top-3 Boxers According to The Ring
In the ranking of the best boxers in the world according to The Ring, besides Oleksandr Usyk, the top 3 include:
- Naoya Inoue (Japan)
- Jesse Rodriguez (USA)
Usyk, commenting on his desire to continue his career, stated:
“I will continue to box. I want to fight Deontay Wilder.” - Oleksandr Usyk
As the number one in the world of boxing, Oleksandr Usyk demonstrates not only his sporting achievements but also his desire to continue competing at the highest level. His intentions to fight Deontay Wilder could become an important event in the world of boxing, as this confrontation promises to be exciting for fans. Such encounters could significantly impact Usyk’s career development and his place in the history of boxing.