The Flyweight division is a showcase of incredible speed and technical precision. Currently dominated by Japanese masters and elite Latin American contenders, here is the official Top 20 ranking.
|
Rank |
Fighter Name |
Country |
Continent |
|---|---|---|---|
|
👑 |
Masamichi Yabuki |
Japan |
Asia |
|
#2 |
Anthony Olascuaga |
USA |
North America |
|
#3 |
Ricardo Rafael Sandoval |
USA |
North America |
|
#4 |
Kenshiro Teraji |
Japan |
Asia |
|
#5 |
Seigo Yuri Akui |
Japan |
Asia |
|
#6 |
Galal Yafai |
United Kingdom |
Europe |
|
#7 |
Ndabezinhle Phiri |
Zimbabwe |
Africa |
|
#8 |
Yoali Mejia Mosqueda |
Mexico |
North America |
|
#9 |
Francisco Rodriguez Jr. |
Mexico |
North America |
|
#10 |
Felix Alvarado |
Nicaragua |
North America (Central) |
|
#11 |
Jonathan "Bomba" Gonzalez |
Puerto Rico |
North America (Caribbean) |
|
#12 |
Joselito Velazquez |
Mexico |
North America |
|
#13 |
Tobias Jeremias Reyes |
Argentina |
South America |
|
#14 |
Nkosingiphile Sibisi |
South Africa |
Africa |
|
#15 |
Thananchai Charunphak |
Thailand |
Asia |
|
#16 |
Sho Nogami |
Japan |
Asia |
|
#17 |
Lawrence Dumam-ag |
Philippines |
Asia |
|
#18 |
Jukiya Iimura |
Japan |
Asia |
|
#19 |
Mchanja Yohana |
Tanzania |
Africa |
|
#20 |
Kosuke Tomioka |
Japan |
Asia |
Division Highlights
The "Bomba" Representation: Puerto Rico’s own Jonathan "Bomba" Gonzalez remains a top-tier threat in the division, sitting at #11 and consistently proving that the island produces elite technicians.
Japan’s Stronghold: The Asian continent, specifically Japan, continues its historic dominance in the flyweight ranks with 6 fighters in the top 20, including the champion Masamichi Yabuki.
African Rising Talent: Fighters from Zimbabwe, South Africa, and Tanzania are making serious waves, showing the global expansion of the division.
North American Depth: Between the elite prospects from the USA and the seasoned warriors from Mexico and Nicaragua, North America remains the primary challenger to the Eastern powerhouses.
