Boxing world champions: A Complete Guide to Titleholders in Every Weight Class (May 2025)
keeping track of all the world titles, it’s easy to lose count. This guide provides an up-to-date reference to who holds each title as of May 2025.
current Boxing title Holders by Weight Class
Here’s a breakdown of the current champions in each weight division, offering clarity for boxing enthusiasts around the globe.
Heavyweight (Unlimited)
- WBO: Oleksandr Usyk
- IBF: Daniel Dubois
- WBA: Oleksandr Usyk
- WBC: Oleksandr Usyk
Joseph Parker is the WBO heavyweight interim champion
Kubrat Pulev is the WBA “regular” heavyweight champion
Agit Kabayel is the WBC heavyweight interim champion
Cruiserweight (200 lbs.)
- WBO: Gilberto Ramirez
- IBF: Jai opetaia
- WBA: Gilberto Ramirez
- WBC: Badou Jack
Light Heavyweight (175 lbs.)
- WBO: Dmitry Bivol
- IBF: Dmitry Bivol
- WBA: Dmitry Bivol
- WBC: David Benavidez
Callum Smith is the WBO light heavyweight interim champion
David Benavidez is the WBA “regular” light heavyweight champion
Super middleweight (168 lbs.)
- WBO: Canelo Alvarez
- IBF: Canelo Alvarez
- WBA: Canelo Alvarez
- WBC: Canelo alvarez
Caleb Plant is the WBA super middleweight interim champion
Middleweight (160 lbs.)
- WBO: Janibek Alimkhanuly
- IBF: Janibek Alimkhanuly
- WBA: Erislandy Lara
- WBC: carlos Adames
Junior Middleweight (154 lbs.)
- WBO: Sebastian Fundora
- IBF: Bakhram Murtazaliev
- WBA: Terence Crawford
- WBC: Sebastian Fundora
Terence Crawford is the WBO junior middleweight interim champion
Jermell Charlo is the WBA junior middleweight champion in recess. Yoenis Tellez is the WBA junior middleweight interim champion
Vergil Ortiz Jr. is the WBC junior middleweight interim champion
Welterweight (147 lbs.)
- WBO: Brian norman Jr.
- IBF: jaron Ennis
- WBA: Jaron Ennis
- WBC: Mario Barrios
Terence Crawford is the WBC welterweight champion in recess.
Junior Welterweight (140 lbs.)
- WBO: Teofimo Lopez Jr.
- IBF: Richardson Hitchins
- WBA: Gary Antuanne Russell
- WBC: Alberto Puello
Devin Haney is the WBC junior welterweight champion in recess
Lightweight (135 lbs.)
- WBO: Keyshawn Davis
- IBF: Vasiliy Lomachenko
- WBA: Gervonta Davis
- WBC: Shakur Stevenson
Raymond Muratalla is the IBF lightweight interim champion
william Zepeda is the WBC lightweight interim champion
Junior Lightweight (130 lbs.)
- WBO: Emanuel Navarrete
- IBF: Eduardo Nunez
- WBA: Lamont Roach
- WBC: O’Shaquie Foster
Albert batyrgaziev is the WBA junior lightweight interim champion
Featherweight (126 lbs.)
- WBO: Rafael Espinoza
- IBF: Angelo Leo
- WBA: Nick Ball
- WBC: Stephen Fulton
Rey Vargas is the WBC featherweight champion in recess
Junior Featherweight (122 lbs.)
- WBO: Naoya Inoue
- IBF: Naoya Inoue
- WBA: Naoya Inoue
- WBC: Naoya inoue
Bantamweight (118 lbs.)
- WBO: Yoshiki Takei
- IBF: Ryosuke Nishida
- WBA: Seiya Tsutsumi
- WBC: Junto Nakatani
Antonio Vargas is the WBA bantamweight interim champion
Junior Bantamweight (115 lbs.)
- WBO: Phumelele Cafu
- IBF: Willibaldo Garcia Perez
- WBA: Fernando Martinez
- WBC: Jesse Rodriguez
David Jimenez is the WBA junior bantamweight interim champion
Flyweight (112 lbs.)
- WBO: Anthony Olascuaga
- IBF: Masamichi Yabuki
- WBA: Kenshiro Teraji
- WBC: Kenshiro teraji
*Galal Yafai is the WBC flyweight interim champion
Junior Flyweight (108 lbs.)
- WBO: Rene Santiago
- IBF: Masamichi Yabuki
- WBA: Vacant
- WBC: Petchmanee CP freshmart
Strawweight (105 lbs.)
- WBO: Oscar Collazo
- IBF: Pedro Taduran
- WBA: Oscar Collazo
- WBC: Melvin Jerusalem
Boxing World Champions: A Historical Perspective
The landscape of World Boxing Association (WBA), established in 1921 as the National boxing Association, is the oldest of the major sanctioning bodies.
Understanding the lineage of champions can add depth to your appreciation of the sport. Follow the careers and trajectories of these athletes as they defend their titles and vie for undisputed status.
The Impact of Interim Titles
Interim titles add another layer of complexity. They are typically awarded when a champion is unable to defend their title due to injury or other reasons. The interim champion is then frequently enough given the opportunity to fight the reigning champion upon their return.
Pro Tip: Keep an eye on interim title fights. These bouts often showcase rising stars and can be a prelude to significant shifts in the championship landscape.
Future of Boxing Championships
What does the future hold for boxing? With new talent emerging and established champions facing fresh challenges, the title landscape is poised for change. How do you think the heavyweight division will evolve over the next year? Which weight class features the most exciting matchups?
Key Statistics and Facts About Boxing Championships
Here’s a table summarizing the number of champions per sanctioning body:
| Sanctioning Body | Number of Champions |
|---|---|
| WBO | 17 |
| IBF | 16 |
| WBA | 16 |
| WBC | 17 |
This snapshot provides a clear overview of current championship distribution as of May 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions About Boxing Champions
- How many weight classes are there in professional boxing? There are currently 17 recognized weight classes in professional boxing, ranging from Strawweight to heavyweight.
- What are the major boxing sanctioning bodies? The four major boxing sanctioning bodies are the World Boxing Organization (WBO), International Boxing Federation (IBF), World Boxing Association (WBA), and World boxing Council (WBC).
- What is an interim boxing title? An interim boxing title is awarded when a champion is unable to defend their title. The interim champion typically gets the first shot at the reigning champion when they return.
- Who is the current heavyweight champion? As of May 2025, Oleksandr Usyk holds the WBO, WBA, and WBC heavyweight titles, while Daniel Dubois holds the IBF title.
- How often do boxing titleholders change? Boxing titleholders can change frequently due to upsets, fighters moving weight classes, and decisions from the sanctioning bodies.
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