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Flyweight Boxing Rankings - May 2001

Flyweight rankings for May 2001. Change division or month to compare rankings.

Division
Period
Org
Note: Between September 1989 and November 2001 The Ring published contender rankings only (positions 1–10) and did not include a separate "champion" in its ratings.
Note: The WBC and IBF May 2001 rankings are not available.
RankWBAMay 2001WBOMay 2001RINGMay 2001
🏆Eric Morel
World Champion
Fernando Montiel
Champion
1Denkaosan Kaovichit+1Hussein HusseinEric Morel
2Mzukisi Sikali+2Alexander MakhmutovIrene Pacheco
3Isidro GarciaAlejandro MontielPongsaklek Wonjongkam
4Mike Trejo+1Jason BoothMasibulele Makepula
5Alejandro Montiel+2Damaen Kelly+1Medgoen Toyota Thailand
6Alexander Makhmutov+2Jair Jimenez+1Saen Sor Ploenchit
7Jose De Jesus LopezNEWIsidro Garcia+1Alejandro Montiel
8Masaki NakamunaNEWZoltan Lunka+1Fernando Montiel
9Gilberto Gonzalez+1David Guerault+2Malcolm Tunacao
10Damaen Kelly+2Ian NapaAlexander Munoz
11Peter Culshaw+2Juan Alfonso Keb Baas+1
12Hiroshi Nakano+2Juan Domingo Cordoba-7
13Alex Baba-4Mike Trejo
14Gerson GuerreroNEWAlexander Munoz
15David GueraultNEWAngel Priolo

Source: WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, RING

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Month-over-month changes since April 2001

WBAMay 2001 vs April 2001

Entered the top 10

  • Masaki NakamunaEnters at #8
  • Damaen KellyNow #10 (was #12)

Dropped out of the top 10

  • Panieng OkudaOut of the top 10 after being #6
  • Alex BabaFell to #13

Biggest risers

  • Mzukisi SikaliNow ranked #2 (was #4)
    +2
  • Alejandro MontielNow ranked #5 (was #7)
    +2
  • Alexander MakhmutovFrom #8 to #6
    +2

Biggest fallers

  • Jose De Jesus LopezDown 6 places to #7
    -6
  • Alex BabaNow #13 after being #9 last month
    -4

WBOMay 2001 vs April 2001

Entered the top 10

  • David GueraultPreviously #11, enters at #9

Dropped out of the top 10

  • Juan Domingo CordobaFell to #12

Biggest risers

  • David GueraultFrom #11 to #9
    +2
  • Damaen KellyUp one spot to #5
    +1
  • Jair JimenezClimbed a place to #6
    +1

Biggest fallers

  • Juan Domingo CordobaNow #12 after being #5 last month
    -7

About the Flyweight Division

Weight Limit: 108-112 lbs (49.0-50.8 kg)

Flyweight is one of boxing's classic divisions, with a history dating back to the early 20th century. The division features fast, skilled fighters known for their technical ability and speed.

Division Characteristics

Flyweights are known for their exceptional speed, technical skill, and ability to fight at a very high pace. Fighters in this division typically rely on skill and volume punching.

Notable Facts

The Flyweight division has been home to many legendary fighters, including Jimmy Wilde and more recently, fighters like Roman González. The division is known for producing exciting, fast-paced fights.

Historical Context

Flyweight has long been one of boxing's most respected divisions, with a rich history of competitive matchups and memorable championship fights.

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