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The controversial P4P list: Usyk at 12, novel crowned queen

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The latest BoxRec rankings for pounds raised their eyebrows in all sport after delivering one of the most misleading 20 best lists in the latest memory.

According to the system based on points, the undisputed heavyweight king Olkesandr Usyk stands only on issue 12. At the same time, fighters like Raymond Muratalla, Hamzah Sheeraz, Nick BallAND Brian Norman Jr. They are around him when he is the head and shoulders over anyone.

Even more shocking, Terenca CrawfordConsidered by many to be the best warrior in the world, it is completely average medium average after submitting due to inaction.

It seems that BoxRec has a one -year policy of abandoning fighters who do not fight, like WBN. World boxing news changed policy when a collection of vast generations began to fight less than their generational counterparts.

On the women’s side, dishes Your Thorslund Somehow it was placed on the first pound of the pound, ahead of the proven pounds for pounds Clearsa Shields, Katie Taylor, Amanda Serrano and Gambriel Pound.

Shields, the three undisputed champion and the most furnished living boxer, is absurd on six.

Nayya Inoue He runs a ten men. It rightly ranks the highest place, but only in a scorching debate from Usyk. From there, the system begins to develop.

Canelo Alvarez AND Junto dug Take second and third positions, with undefeated American stars Shakur Stevenson AND Jaron Ennis It also takes up many places higher than the tub.

BoxRec P4P August 2025 (2)

For context:

Usyk defeated Tyson Fury twice to become the first unquestioned heavyweight champion for 25 years.

Crawford dominated Errola Spence Jr. In 2023, widely hailed as a master class and became a champion of four validity in 2024.

However, in the BoxRec computer system, no man has a position reflecting their status in world boxing.

Defective formula?

The problem lies in the inflexible BoxRec algorithm. The system awards points based on the activity, assessment of opponents and the latest form, but does not capture the size, historical wins or the right level of opposition.

As a result, activity is rewarded for real achievements, which leads to strange situations in which solid pretenders assess primarily elite masters.

Reaction of fans and the media

Fans on social media marked the letters with “unfathomable” and “insult to boxing”. Critics say that pound lists for pounds should reflect dominance, skills and heritage, not just a mathematical equation that removes the context.

When fighters such as Usyk, Shields and Crawford are underestimated, while the names with circumscribed CV climb the elite, it adds another layer of controversy to the already broken boxing landscape.

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Phil Jay is an experienced boxing journalist with over 15 years of experience covering the global fight scene. How The editor -in -chief of World Boxing News since 2010Jay has An interview with dozens of world champions was conducted AND Ring reported On the largest boxing nights. [View all articles by Phil Jay] And find out more about his work in combat sports journalism.

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Manny Pacquiao Says Floyd Mayweather Should Have Been Defeated: ‘Watch This Fight’

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Manny Pacquiao says Floyd Mayweather should have a loss on his record: “Watch that fight back”

Ahead of reports of a rematch, Manny Pacquiao is unconvinced by Floyd Mayweather’s claims that he is the greatest fighter of all time and even questions his celebrated 50-0 record.

In 2015, Pacquiao became the 48th name on Mayweather’s resume, losing by unanimous decision in Las Vegas on a night when the main event didn’t produce the expected results but finances skyrocketed.

It’s for this reason Netflix supported the rematch between the pairscheduled for later this year but under increased scrutiny since Mayweather changed his original statement.

I’m talking to VibrationPacquiao said the fight was contractually agreed upon. He then dismissed Mayweather’s claim as the best ever, saying others had retired undefeated before him and would do it again. In fact, the Filipino icon doesn’t even believe this should be the case with his rival, claiming that he lost to Oscar De La Hoya in 2007.

“I think he lost the Oscar De La Hoya fight. Look it up. I know what boxing is, and if you go through it and watch the fight, Floyd lost it. Very clear, so watch it.”

Mayweather faced Oscar De La Hoya in Las Vegas. It was the biggest fight in sports at the time.

The fight was tight early on, with De La Hoya using his jab and size, but Mayweather adjusted as the match went on, providing cleaner and more precise work down the stretch. He took a split decision to win the title and thus replaced the “Golden Boy” as boxing’s leading commercial fortune.

De La Hoya has long criticized Mayweather for not accepting a rematch clause in his contract, accusing him of retiring at the right time and coming back to avoid it.

If that were the case, the American icon could face similar accusations in 2026, as it increasingly looks like Pacquiao’s rematch – despite his comments – is in jeopardy.

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Canelo Alvarez will compete on the Las Vegas Card, and David Benavidez will headline Cinco De Mayo weekend

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Image: Canelo Alvarez Surgery Recovery Delays Return Until Mid-2026 After Crawford Loss

Alvarez, 35, had elbow surgery last year and will miss the weekend in which he has always been the main character. He has wrestled on Cinco de Mayo weekend every year since 2015, except for 2018 and 2020.

Saturday’s event will be hosted by David Benavidez, who will move up to cruiserweight to face unified champion Gilberto Ramirez. Benavidez previously had mandatory super middleweight status during Alvarez’s undisputed title fight.

Alvarez last fought in September during Mexican Independence Weekend, losing a unanimous decision to Terence Crawford. It is expected to return in mid-September on the same holiday weekend.

His presence on Saturday drew attention because the co-main event will be a fight for the WBA 168-pound title. Munguia vs. Winner Resendiz will hold the belt in Alvarez’s division, which will make the outcome crucial to his next opponent’s options. No direct link has been confirmed, but a different name has been added to the current title image as a result.

If Resendiz wins, he becomes a huge high reward and manageable risk target should Saul return home. Resendiz is tough and has that unrelenting “Toro” style, but he’s technically the type of aggressive fighter that Saul has long timed and countered with ease.

The event will be broadcast on Prime Video and DAZN. Former promoter Oscar De La Hoya is also expected to be in attendance to support his fighters, including Ramirez and Oscar Duarte. In recent years, De La Hoya has publicly criticized Alvarez.

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David Benavidez’s hopes for a fight with Dmitry Bivol after Ramirez faces one major obstacle

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David Benavidez’s hopes of fighting Dmitry Bivol after Ramirez face one major obstacle

A major obstacle has been revealed that could derail plans for a potential fight between David Benavidez and Dmitry Bivol.

After reigning supreme at super middleweight and lightweight heavyweight, reigning WBC 175-pound world champion Benavidez begins his toughest test yet with a monumental 25-pound jump to the cruiserweight division. on Saturday evening, a clash with unified champion Gilberto Ramirez.

However, even if he is successful against Ramirez, the “Mexican Monster” has vowed to return to lightweight heavyweight in pursuit of a chance to claim the undisputed crown against WBA, WBO and IBF titleholder Bivol.

Although there is a lot of interest in this fight, Eddie Hearn said Fighting the noise that Bivol has a “loose obligation” to take part in the trilogy with Artur Beterbiev.

“I think Benavidez-Bivol is a great fight, but we have some loose commitments with the Beterbiev III fight, which if called upon, we have to take.

“But if that’s not the case, Benavidez is absolutely the right fight. I think it’s a great fight, it’s two guys pound for pound.

“I really think Benavidez will beat Ramirez, and if that happens, if Dmitry comes through on May 30, which is what we expect him to do, why not fight Benavidez?”

Bivol will defend two of his three titles against German Michael Eifert next month, while Beterbiev considers his own “fine-tuning” in preparation for a third meeting with his rival.

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