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

Super Middleweight Boxing Rankings - May 2001

Super Middleweight 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
🏆Byron Mitchell
World Champion
Joe Calzaghe
Champion
1
Vacant
Freeman BarrJoe Calzaghe+1
2Dana RosenblattJames ButlerSven Ottke-1
3Andrei ShkalikovOmar SheikaBruno Girard
4Manuel SiacaDana RosenblattByron Mitchell
5Mads LarsenRichie WoodhallCharles Brewer
6David StarieMiguel JimenezThomas Tate
7Omar Sheika+1Danilo Haussler+1Dingaan Thobela+1
8Thomas Tate+1Antwun EcholsNEWJames Butler+1
9Rudy Markussen+2Charles Brewer-2Glenn Catley+1
10Mikkel KesslerNEWMads Larsen-1Mads LarsenNEW
11Danilo HausslerNEWMario Veit-1
12Charles Brewer-5Andrei Schalikov-1
13Richie Woodhall-3Guillermo Jones-1
14Mario Veit-2Jose M. Guerrero-1
15Nordin Ben SalahVitali Kopitko

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 April 2001

WBAMay 2001 vs April 2001

Entered the top 10

  • Rudy MarkussenUp from #11 - now #9
  • Mikkel KesslerInto the top 10 at #10

Dropped out of the top 10

  • Charles BrewerDown to #12
  • Richie WoodhallFell to #13

Biggest risers

  • Rudy MarkussenNow ranked #9 (was #11)
    +2
  • Omar SheikaFrom #8 to #7
    +1
  • Thomas TateFrom #9 to #8
    +1

Biggest fallers

  • Charles BrewerDropped from #7 to #12
    -5
  • Richie WoodhallNow #13 after being #10 last month
    -3
  • Mario VeitSlipped from #12 to #14
    -2

WBOMay 2001 vs April 2001

Entered the top 10

  • Antwun EcholsInto the top 10 at #8

Dropped out of the top 10

  • Mario VeitDropped to #11

Biggest risers

  • Danilo HausslerClimbed a place to #7
    +1

Biggest fallers

  • Charles BrewerDown to #9 from #7
    -2
  • Mads LarsenFrom #9 to #10
    -1
  • Mario VeitFrom #10 to #11
    -1

RINGMay 2001 vs April 2001

Entered the top 10

  • Mads LarsenInto the top 10 at #10

Dropped out of the top 10

  • Davey HiltonWas #7 last month

Biggest risers

  • Joe CalzagheClimbed a place to #1
    +1
  • Dingaan ThobelaFrom #8 to #7
    +1
  • James ButlerFrom #9 to #8
    +1

Biggest fallers

  • Sven OttkeFrom #1 to #2
    -1

About the Super Middleweight Division

Weight Limit: 160-168 lbs (72.6-76.2 kg)

Super Middleweight, established in 1984, is a relatively modern division that has become one of boxing's most competitive weight classes. The division features fighters who combine middleweight speed with near-light heavyweight power.

Division Characteristics

Super Middleweights are known for their versatility - they can box technically, brawl, and everything in between. The division often produces exciting, competitive fights.

Notable Facts

The Super Middleweight division gained significant attention with the Super Six World Boxing Classic tournament, which brought together the best fighters in the division for a round-robin competition.

Historical Context

Created to bridge the gap between Middleweight and Light Heavyweight, Super Middleweight has evolved into a highly respected division with a strong talent pool.

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