Light Heavyweight Boxing Rankings
(March 2025)
Official Light Heavyweight rankings for March 2025 from the WBA, WBC, IBF and WBO, presented as a historical snapshot for that month.
Use the weight-class arrows to move up or down divisions, the month controls to jump between updates, and click any fighter's name to see their ranking history across the four organisations.
Month-over-month changes since February 2025
WBC
There is a new Champion: 
Dmitry Bivol (previously Artur Beterbiev).
Entered the top 10: 
Joshua Buatsi.
Dropped out of the top 10: Dmitry Bivol and 
Richard Rivera.
Biggest risers: Craig Richards (#30 → #19), 
Juan Carrillo (#29 → #24), Zach Parker (#15 → #13).
Biggest fallers: 
Yunior Menendez (#27 → #32), Jerome Pampellone (#18 → #21), 
Pawel Stepien (#19 → #22).
IBF
Biggest risers: 
Imam Khataev (#7 → #6).
Biggest fallers: 
Malik Zinad (#6 → #7).
WBO
Entered the top 10: David Morrell.
Dropped out of the top 10: 
Nick Hannig.
Biggest fallers: 
Jean Pascal (#6 → #8), Willy Hutchinson (#8 → #10), 
Albert Ramirez (#3 → #4).
About the Light Heavyweight Division
Light Heavyweight is one of boxing's classic divisions, featuring fighters who combine speed, power, and technical skill. The division has a rich history dating back to the early 20th century.
Division Characteristics
Light Heavyweights are known for their balance of speed and power. Fighters in this division are typically athletic and skilled, capable of both technical boxing and explosive knockouts.
Notable Facts
The Light Heavyweight division has been home to many legendary fighters, including Archie Moore, Bob Foster, and more recently, fighters like Bernard Hopkins and Sergey Kovalev.
Historical Context
Light Heavyweight has long been considered one of boxing's premier divisions, consistently producing competitive matchups and memorable fights throughout boxing history.
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