2025 Fighter of the Year Candidates: Analysis and Perspectives
As we approach the final four months of the 2025 boxing calendar, the race for Fighter of the Year remains open. The current landscape presents outstanding performances, but none that clearly stand out above the rest. At Alofoke Deportes, we analyze the main contenders and their chances of securing this prestigious recognition.
Among the most anticipated fights, the clash between Terence Crawford and Canelo Álvarez for the undisputed super middleweight championship stands out. However, several other boxers have the opportunity to finish the year strong and consolidate their candidacy.
Terence Crawford
If Crawford manages to defeat Canelo Álvarez, the impact would be considerable. Moving up two weight classes to defeat a pound-for-pound icon like Canelo and becoming undisputed champion in three divisions would be invaluable. At 38 years old, Crawford would be seeking a victory that could redefine his legacy.
Rolando “Rolly” Romero
After a surprising victory over Ryan García, Romero could face Manny Pacquiao. If he manages to beat Pacquiao, Romero could enter the discussion for the prize. Romero demonstrated significant punching power and showed new skills in his fight against García. If he is successful against Pacquiao, his candidacy would be strengthened.
Katie Taylor
After defeating Amanda Serrano, Taylor could face Chantelle Cameron in a rematch. A convincing victory over Cameron could put her in the conversation for Fighter of the Year.
Naoya Inoue
Inoue, known as “The Monster”, is scheduled to face Murodjon Akhmadaliev. If he achieves a fourth victory in 2025, with four knockouts, he would undoubtedly position himself as a strong contender.
Moses Itauma
At 20 years old, Itauma has shown amazing potential. A victory over a top 10 heavyweight boxer would catapult him into the conversation. A fight against Filip Hrgovic or Zhilei Zhang could be key.
Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez
Rodriguez will face Fernando Martinez. If he manages to defeat Martinez, he could get closer to being the undisputed champion at 115 pounds. Rodriguez’s performance keeps him in the conversation.
Shakur Stevenson
Stevenson is looking for a high-profile fight. He could face Floyd “Kid Austin” Schofield, Richardson Hitchins, or in a unification bout against Raymond Muratalla. A standout performance could boost him in the race for the prize.
