Skip to main content
Boxing Rankings LogoBoxing Rankings Logo
Home
Latest RankingsWho Moved?Archives
World ChampionsChampions by Nation
Boxers A–ZRanked by NationCountriesSearch
About UsOrganizationsHow Rankings WorkMethodologyFAQContactData correctionsTermsPrivacy Policy

About Box-Rank

Box-Rank compiles and presents the latest rankings from major sanctioning bodies and independent ratings sources in a clear and easy-to-navigate format. Learn more

Data on this site may be incomplete or inaccurate.

Organizations

  • All organizations
  • WBA
  • WBC
  • IBF
  • WBO
  • RING

Weight classes

  • Heavyweight
  • Light Heavyweight
  • Middleweight
  • Welterweight
  • Lightweight

Explore

  • Who Moved?
  • Monthly archive
  • Champions
  • Champions by nation
  • Ranked by nation
  • Boxers A–Z
  • Countries
  • Search

© 2026 Box-Rank. All Rights Reserved.

AboutHow Rankings WorkFAQContactCorrectionsFollow on XTermsPrivacy PolicyMethodology
🏠Home📊Rankings🔍Search🏆Champions

Heavyweight Boxing Rankings - March 2012

Heavyweight rankings for March 2012. Change division or month to compare rankings.

Division
Period
Org
Note: IBF archival data from this period duplicates the champion as Rank #1. Rankings shown here reflect the original contender order.
Note: The WBC March 2012 rankings are not available.
RankWBAMarch 2012IBFMarch 2012WBOMarch 2012RINGMarch 2012
🏆Wladimir Klitschko
Super Champion
Wladimir Klitschko
Champion
Wladimir Klitschko
Champion
Wladimir Klitschko
Champion
🏆Alexander Povetkin
World Champion
1Hasim Rahman
Vacant
Robert HeleniusVitali Klitschko
2Robert HeleniusTony Thompson+1Alexander DimitrenkoAlexander Povetkin
3Alexander UstinovChris Arreola+1Denis BoytsovTomasz Adamek
4Denis BoytsovRobert Helenius+1Chris ArreolaAlexander Dimitrenko
5Luis OrtizDenis Boytsov+1Alexander UstinovRobert Helenius
6David HayeAlexander Dimitrenko+2Seth Mitchell+1Denis Boytsov
7Alexander DimitrenkoTomasz Adamek+3Carlos Takam+1Ruslan Chagaev
8Ruslan ChagaevJohnathon Banks+3Chauncy Welliver+1Chris Arreola
9Chris ArreolaJoe HanksNEWMonte Barrett+3Kubrat Pulev
10Mahmoud CharrAlexander Ustinov+2Luis Ortiz+1Tyson Fury
11Andrzej WawrzykKubrat Pulev+2Konstantin AirichNEW
12Jovo PudarManuel Charr+2Kubrat Pulev+1
13Travis WalkerKonstantin Airich+2Francesco Pianeta+1
14Magomed AbdusalamovKevin JohnsonNEWJohnathon BanksNEW
15Kubrat PulevTyson Fury

Source: WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, RING

Keep exploring

World champions

Current titleholders in every division.

Who Moved?

The biggest jumps, drops, and disappearances this month.

Monthly archive

Historical rankings, month by month.

Boxers A–Z

Alphabetical directory of ranked fighters.

Countries

Browse fighters and stats by country.

Browse rankings

Choose any weight class and sanctioning body.

Organizations

WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, and Ring in one place.

Search boxers

Look up any fighter in the database.

Something look wrong? Report an error

Month-over-month changes since February 2012

IBFMarch 2012 vs February 2012

Entered the top 10

  • Joe HanksInto the top 10 at #9
  • Alexander UstinovClimbed from #11 up to #10

Dropped out of the top 10

  • Maurice HarrisWas #6 last month
  • Kali MeehanLast ranked #8

Biggest risers

  • Tomasz AdamekUp to #7 from #9
    +2
  • Johnathon BanksNow ranked #8 (was #10)
    +2
  • Alexander DimitrenkoFrom #7 to #6
    +1

WBOMarch 2012 vs February 2012

Entered the top 10

  • Monte BarrettPreviously ranked #12
  • Luis OrtizClimbed from #11 up to #10

Dropped out of the top 10

  • Ondrej PalaWas #6 last month
  • Jean Marc MormeckWas #10 last month

Biggest risers

  • Monte BarrettJumped from #12 to #9
    +3
  • Seth MitchellClimbed a place to #6
    +1
  • Carlos TakamClimbed a place to #7
    +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.

Learn more about how boxing rankings work or explore current world champions across all divisions.