Boxing P4P Ranking: Usyk King, Ennis and Ortiz Enter the Top 10

Ranking of the Best Pound-for-Pound Boxers

A year after Dmitry Bivol and Artur Beterbiev were to face each other in a rematch, with Bivol taking the victory and the undisputed light heavyweight championship, the pound-for-pound boxing landscape has undergone significant changes. Both boxers have been inactive, which has opened the doors to new faces in the rankings. Jaron “Boots” Ennis, undefeated and recent interim WBA super welterweight champion after a first-round knockout of Uisma Lima, is ranked eighth. Vergil Ortiz Jr., another interim champion at 154 pounds, secures the tenth spot after his technical knockout victory in the second round against Erickson Lubin. Ryan Garcia, who dethroned Mario Barrios and obtained the WBC title, did not garner enough support to enter the top 10 despite his outstanding performance. The Alofoke Deportes expert panel, made up of prominent analysts, shared their votes to determine the ranking.

Note: The results are valid until February 25, 2026.

The Ranking

OLEKSANDR USYK

Previous ranking: 1

RECORD: 24-0, 15 KOs DIVISION: Heavyweight (unified champion) LAST FIGHT: W (KO5) Daniel Dubois, July 19, 2025 NEXT FIGHT: To be determined Terence Crawford’s retirement puts Usyk at the top of the pound-for-pound ranking. At almost 39 years old, Usyk continues to demonstrate his elite status, as evidenced by his knockout victory against Dubois last July. He has defeated Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury, and Daniel Dubois on multiple occasions and is looking for a new opponent. Although a match against Deontay Wilder was expected, Wilder will face Derek Chisora, leaving Usyk in search of a rival, possibly Andy Ruiz Jr. or a defense against Agit Kabayel.

NAOYA INOUE

Previous ranking: 2

RECORD: 32-0, 27 KOs DIVISION: Super featherweight (undisputed champion) LAST FIGHT: W (UD12) David Picasso, December 27, 2025 NEXT FIGHT: May 2 vs. Junto Nakatani Inoue closed out 2025 with his fourth victory of the year, a unanimous decision over Picasso. After a frenetic pace, Inoue will take a break before his expected fight with fellow Japanese champion Junto Nakatani, scheduled for May 2nd at the Tokyo Dome.

JESSE RODRIGUEZ

Previous ranking: 3

RECORD: 23-0, 16 KOs
DIVISION: Super flyweight (unified champion)
LAST FIGHT: W (KO10) Fernando Martinez, November 22, 2025
NEXT FIGHT: To be determined “Bam” Rodriguez dominated Martinez, adding the WBA title to his collection at super flyweight. Rodriguez, at 25 years old, is the youngest boxer in the rankings and has plenty of time to reach the top. He is one of the most exciting boxers to watch.

SHAKUR STEVENSON

Previous ranking: 4

RECORD: 25-0, 11 KOs DIVISION: Super Lightweight (champion) LAST FIGHT: W (UD12) Teofimo Lopez Jr., January 31st NEXT FIGHT: To be determined Stevenson rises in the rankings after defeating Teofimo Lopez Jr. and winning a world title in a fourth weight class. At 28 years old, Stevenson dominates his opponents and has several options, including unifying at 140 or moving up to 147 pounds. He is near the top.

DAVID BENAVIDEZ

Previous ranking: 7

RECORD: 31-0, 25 KOs
DIVISION: Light Heavyweight (champion)
LAST FIGHT: W (TKO7) Anthony Yarde, November 22, 2025
NEXT FIGHT: May 2 vs. Gilberto Ramirez After defeating Yarde, Benavidez announced his move to cruiserweight to face “Zurdo” Ramirez. The fight will be in Las Vegas during Cinco de Mayo weekend, with Benavidez looking to become a three-division champion. If he wins, he could return to light heavyweight for important fights.

JUNTO NAKATANI

Previous ranking: 8

RECORD: 32-0, 24 KOs
DIVISION: Bantamweight (unified champion)
LAST FIGHT: W (UD12) Sebastian Hernandez, December 27, 2025
NEXT FIGHT: May 2 vs. Naoya Inoue Despite a controversial victory over Hernandez, Nakatani secured his place in the expected fight with Naoya Inoue, scheduled for May 2nd at the Tokyo Dome. Although his performance was not the best, he will have the opportunity to prove his worth against Inoue.

DEVIN HANEY

Previous ranking: 9

RECORD: 33-0, 1 NC, 15 KOs
DIVISION: Welterweight (champion)
LAST FIGHT: W (UD12) Brian Norman Jr., November 22, 2025
NEXT FIGHT: To be determined Haney, after dominating Norman and becoming WBO champion, demonstrated his skill and talent. At 27 years old, Haney consolidates his position in the ranking.

JARON “BOOTS” ENNIS

Previous ranking: NR RECORD: 35-0, 31 KOs DIVISION: Interim Super Welterweight Champion LAST FIGHT: W (TKO1) Uisma Lima, October 11, 2025 NEXT FIGHT: To be determined Ennis’ talent is undeniable. His ability to switch stances and his intelligence in the ring position him in the rankings. A highly anticipated match against Vergil Ortiz Jr. is expected, but legal issues have delayed the fight.

CANELO ALVAREZ

Previous ranking: 8

RECORD: 63-3-2, 39 KOs DIVISION: Super Middleweight LAST FIGHT: L (UD12) Terence Crawford, September 13, 2025 NEXT FIGHT: To be determined Canelo returns to the ranking after losing to Terence Crawford. His return is expected after an elbow surgery in September. The super middleweight division is open and Canelo could seek to regain his titles.

VERGIL ORTIZ JR.

Previous ranking: NR RECORD: 24-0, 22 KOs DIVISION: Interim Super Welterweight Champion LAST FIGHT: W (KO2) Erickson Lubin, November 8, 2025 NEXT FIGHT: To be determined Ortiz has won the majority of his fights by knockout. His match against Jaron “Boots” Ennis would be one of the most important fights of the year, but Ortiz’s legal problems have delayed the fight.

Ranking Methodology

The rankings are based on a descending points system, awarding 10 points to first place, 9 to second, and so on. In case of a tie, the boxer with the highest ranking is prioritized, and then the one with the most votes in that position. Other boxers who received votes include Jai Opetaia, Oscar Collazo, Rafael Espinoza, Gervonta Davis, Abdullah Mason, Osleys Iglesias, Teofimo Lopez Jr., Ryan Garcia, Raymond Muratalla, O’Shaquie Foster, and Sebastian Fundora.