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Heavyweight boxing rankings- February 1980

Heavyweight boxing rankings archive for February 1980 across organizations. This page is the combined heavyweight boxing rankings list, not fight records. Open a single-org list for Ring, or view the latest Heavyweight rankings.

Division
Period
OrgAllWBAWBCIBFWBORING
WBAViewingWBCIBFWBORING
Note: The IBF and WBO did not exist. The WBA and WBC February 1980 rankings are not available.
RankRINGFebruary 1980
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Vacant
1United States flagLarry Holmes
2United States flagJohn Tate
3United States flagMike Weaver+1
4South Africa flagGerrie Coetzee-1
5United States flagEarnie Shavers
6United States flagLeroy Jones
7United States flagLeon Spinks
8United States flagGerry Cooney+1
9United States flagMichael Dokes-1
10United States flagJimmy YoungNEW

Source: WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, RING

Month-over-month changes since February 1980

RINGFebruary 1980 vs January 1980

Entered the top 10

  • US flag
    Jimmy YoungInto the top 10 at #10

Dropped out of the top 10

  • US flag
    Scott LedouxLast ranked #10

Biggest risers

  • US flag
    Mike WeaverFrom #4 to #3
    +1
  • US flag
    Gerry CooneyUp one spot to #8
    +1

Biggest fallers

  • ZA flag
    Gerrie CoetzeeDown one place to #4
    -1
  • US flag
    Michael DokesSlipped a spot to #9
    -1

About the Heavyweight Division

Weight Limit: No upper limit (typically 200+ lbs / 90.7+ kg)

The Heavyweight division is boxing's most prestigious weight class, featuring the largest fighters in the sport. Historically, heavyweight champions have been among the most famous athletes in the world, with legendary figures like Muhammad Ali, Joe Louis, and Mike Tyson defining eras of boxing history.

Division Characteristics

Heavyweight boxers rely on power and size, with knockouts being more common than in lighter divisions. The division has no upper weight limit, allowing for a wide range of body types and fighting styles.

Notable Facts

The Heavyweight division has produced some of boxing's most iconic moments and biggest pay-per-view events. Modern heavyweights combine size, power, and athleticism in ways that previous generations couldn't match.

Historical Context

Heavyweight boxing has been a cornerstone of professional boxing since the sport's early days. The division has evolved significantly, with modern heavyweights being faster and more athletic than their predecessors while maintaining devastating power.

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