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Light Heavyweight Boxing Rankings - May 2000

Light Heavyweight rankings for May 2000. 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 2000 rankings are not available.
RankWBAMay 2000WBOMay 2000RINGMay 2000
🏆Roy Jones Jr
World Champion
Dariusz Michalczewski
Champion
1Lou Del Valle+1Thomas UlrichRoy Jones
2Frank Liles+1Lincoln CarterDariusz Michalczewski
3Derrick Harmon+1Billy LewisReggie Johnson
4David Telesco+2Antonio TarverMichael Nunn+1
5Glenn Kelly+2Chris Johnson+1Eric Harding+1
6Richard Hall-5Glen Kelly-1Antonio Tarver+1
7Eric Harding-2Julian LetterloughDavid Telesco+1
8Reggie JohnsonNEWJorge Castro+3Montell Griffin+1
9Michael NunnClinton Woods-1Greg WrightNEW
10Clinton Woods+2Montell Griffin-1Derrick HarmonNEW
11Billy LewisTimo MasuaNEW
12Jorge Castro-2Muslin Biarslanov
13Julio Gonzalez
14Robert Koon
15Lincoln Carter

Source: WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, RING

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Month-over-month changes since March 2000

WBAMay 2000 vs March 2000

Entered the top 10

  • Reggie JohnsonInto the top 10 at #8
  • Clinton WoodsUp from #12 to #10

Dropped out of the top 10

  • Timo MasuaLast ranked #8
  • Jorge CastroDown to #12

Biggest risers

  • David TelescoNow ranked #4 (was #6)
    +2
  • Glenn KellyClimbed from #7 to #5
    +2
  • Clinton WoodsFrom #12 to #10
    +2

Biggest fallers

  • Richard HallDropped from #1 to #6
    -5
  • Eric HardingNow ranked #7 (was #5)
    -2
  • Jorge CastroSlipped from #10 to #12
    -2

WBOMay 2000 vs April 2000

Entered the top 10

  • Jorge CastroPreviously #11, enters at #8

Dropped out of the top 10

  • Carlos CruzatOut of the top 10 after being #10

Biggest risers

  • Jorge CastroJumped from #11 to #8
    +3
  • Chris JohnsonFrom #6 to #5
    +1

Biggest fallers

  • Glen KellyFrom #5 to #6
    -1
  • Clinton WoodsDown one place to #9
    -1
  • Montell GriffinSlipped a spot to #10
    -1

RINGMay 2000 vs April 2000

Entered the top 10

  • Greg WrightInto the top 10 at #9
  • Derrick HarmonNow in the top 10 at #10

Dropped out of the top 10

  • Graciano RocchigianiOut of the top 10 after being #4
  • Richard HallPreviously held #10

Biggest risers

  • Michael NunnFrom #5 to #4
    +1
  • Eric HardingUp one spot to #5
    +1
  • Antonio TarverUp one spot to #6
    +1

About the Light Heavyweight Division

Weight Limit: 168-175 lbs (76.2-79.4 kg)

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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