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ESPN has unveiled its new ranking of the best boxers in the world: where does Usyk stand

Usyk in the new ESPN ranking
Нещодавно ESPN представила оновлений рейтинг кращих боксерів світу: яке місце посідає Усик? Photo: glavcom.ua

According to glavcom.ua: The most popular American portal ESPN has published its update of the rankings of the best boxers in the world, regardless of weight categories. The leader remains 38-year-old Ukrainian champion Oleksandr Usyk, who continues to hold the top spot after an impressive knockout victory in the rematch against Daniel Dubois.

ESPN's ranking of the best boxers in the world:

  1. Oleksandr Usyk
  2. Naoya Inoue
  3. Terence Crawford
  4. Dmitry Bivol
  5. Jesse Rodriguez
  6. Artur Beterbiev
  7. Shakur Stevenson
  8. Canelo Alvarez
  9. David Benavidez
  10. Junto Nakatani

In the fight at the legendary Wembley Stadium in London, Usyk successfully defended his WBA, WBO, and WBC titles, while Dubois represented the IBF belt. The bout was filled with active footwork and precise punches. Usyk landed several hits to his opponent's jaw, and in the fifth round, he achieved a knockout, securing his status as the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world.

After the victory, Usyk expressed his gratitude to the Ukrainian defenders. 'I want to thank all the guys who are defending Ukraine. Glory to Ukraine!', said the boxer.

Ukrainian boxer Oleksandr Usyk remains the leader in the ranking of the best boxers in the world according to ESPN after his victory over Daniel Dubois, by which he became the undisputed champion of the world in the heavyweight division. Usyk continues his successful path in professional boxing and accelerates his popularity both in Ukraine and abroad.

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