The Middleweight division remains one of boxing's most historic weight classes. Led by a dominant force from Kazakhstan, the current Top 20 is a diverse mix of Caribbean power, European technique, and American prospects.
|
Fighter Name |
Country |
Continent |
|
|---|---|---|---|
|
👑 |
Zhanibek Alimkhanuly |
Kazakhstan |
Asia |
|
#2 |
Erislandy Lara |
USA (Cuba-born) |
North America |
|
#3 |
Carlos Adames |
Dominican Rep. |
North America (Caribbean) |
|
#4 |
Conor Benn |
United Kingdom |
Europe |
|
#5 |
Callum Walsh |
Ireland |
Europe |
|
#6 |
Aaron McKenna |
Ireland |
Europe |
|
#7 |
Chris Eubank Jr. |
United Kingdom |
Europe |
|
#8 |
Jesus Alejandro Ramos Jr. |
USA |
North America |
|
#9 |
Serhii Bohachuk |
Ukraine |
Europe |
|
#10 |
Michael Zerafa |
Australia |
Oceania |
|
#11 |
Michel Soro |
France |
Europe |
|
#12 |
Austin Williams |
USA |
North America |
|
#13 |
Vito Mielnicki Jr. |
USA |
North America |
|
#14 |
Etinosa Oliha |
Italy |
Europe |
|
#15 |
Vadim Tukov |
Russia |
Europe/Asia |
|
#16 |
Yoenli Hernandez |
Cuba |
North America (Caribbean) |
|
#17 |
Anauel Ngamissengue |
France |
Europe |
|
#18 |
Riku Kunimoto |
Japan |
Asia |
|
#19 |
Fiodor Czerkaszyn |
Poland |
Europe |
|
#20 |
Radzhab Butaev |
Russia |
Europe/Asia |
Division Highlights
Central Asian Dominance: Zhanibek Alimkhanuly sits atop the throne, continuing the long-standing tradition of elite middleweights coming out of Kazakhstan.
The Irish Wave: The division is currently seeing a surge in Irish talent, with Callum Walsh and Aaron McKenna both securing spots in the global Top 10.
Caribbean Presence: High-ranking fighters like Carlos Adames (Dominican Republic) and veteran Erislandy Lara ensure the Caribbean remains a major factor in the title conversation.
Global Contenders: From Japan's Riku Kunimoto to Australia's Michael Zerafa, the 160-pound limit is a truly international battleground.
