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IBF Flyweight Boxing Rankings β€” May 2023

Official Flyweight rankings for May 2023 from the IBF.

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 with the IBF.

Division
Period
Org
RankIBFMay 2023
πŸ†United Kingdom flagSunny Edwards
Champion

1
Vacant
2
Vacant
3Nicaragua flagFelix Alvarado
4Japan flagSeigo Yuri Akui
5Philippines flagDave Apolinario
6Mexico flagAngel Ayala Lardizabalβ–²+7
7Philippines flagMiel Fajardoβ–²+2
8Japan flagTaku Kuwaharaβ–²+3
9Nicaragua flagCristofer RosalesNEW
10United Kingdom flagGalal Yafaiβ–²+2
11Mexico flagAdrian Curiel Dominguezβ–Ό-3
12Argentina flagTobias Jeremias Reyesβ–Ό-2
13Chile flagAndres Camposβ–Ό-6
14Japan flagAyumu Hanada
15Philippines flagVince Paras

Source: IBF

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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 GonzΓ‘lez. 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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Month-over-month changes since April 2023

Entered the top 10

  • MX flag
    Angel Ayala LardizabalPreviously ranked #13
  • JP flag
    Taku KuwaharaClimbed from #11 up to #8
  • NI flag
    Cristofer RosalesInto the top 10 at #9
  • GB flag
    Galal YafaiNow #10 (was #12)

Dropped out of the top 10

  • MX flag
    Joselito Velazquez AltamiranoLast ranked #6
  • CL flag
    Andres CamposNow ranked #13
  • MX flag
    Adrian Curiel DominguezJust outside at #11
  • AR flag
    Tobias Jeremias ReyesCurrently at #12

Biggest risers

  • MX flag
    Angel Ayala LardizabalJumped from #13 to #6
    β–²+7
  • JP flag
    Taku KuwaharaJumped from #11 to #8
    β–²+3
  • PH flag
    Miel FajardoUp to #7 from #9
    β–²+2

Biggest fallers

  • CL flag
    Andres CamposFell from #7 to #13
    β–Ό-6
  • MX flag
    Adrian Curiel DominguezDropped from #8 to #11
    β–Ό-3
  • AR flag
    Tobias Jeremias ReyesSlipped from #10 to #12
    β–Ό-2

IBF Flyweight Title History

Champions who have held each belt, from oldest to most recent. Title history only goes back as far as our earliest IBF monthly rankings (December 2005).

IBF Flyweight β€” Champion

Japan flagMasamichi Yabuki
March 2025 β€” Current
1 year 2 months
Mexico flagAngel Ayala Lardizabal
August 2024 β€” March 2025
8 months
United States flagJesse Rodriguez
December 2023 β€” March 2024
4 months
United Kingdom flagSunny Edwards
April 2021 β€” December 2023
2 years 9 months
South Africa flagMoruti Mthalane
July 2018 β€” April 2021
2 years 10 months
Philippines flagDonnie Nietes
April 2017 β€” April 2018
1 year 1 month
Philippines flagJohn Riel Casimero
May 2016 β€” December 2016
8 months
Thailand flagAmnat Ruenroeng
February 2014 β€” May 2016
2 years 4 months
South Africa flagMoruti Mthalane
December 2009 β€” January 2014
4 years 2 months
Philippines flagNonito Donaire
August 2007 β€” July 2009
2 years
Armenia flagVic Darchinyan
December 2005 β€” August 2007
1 year 9 months