Floyd Mayweather Recognized as Top Boxer
Floyd Mayweather recently expressed his gratitude after being recognized by ESPN as the top boxer of the past 25 years, a title awarded to him on a prestigious list of 25 elite fighters. The undefeated champion, who boasts a perfect record of 50 wins, took to social media to share his appreciation with his vast following. In his message, he thanked ESPN for the recognition and acknowledged the support of significant figures in his life, including his father, mother, and late uncle Roger.
Accolades and Achievements
This accolade adds to Mayweather’s impressive resume, which includes his induction into the Hall of Fame in 2021. Remarkably, this recognition positions him above renowned fighters such as Manny Pacquiao, Bernard Hopkins, and Roy Jones Jr. In the same list, heavyweight sensation Oleksandr Usyk is ranked higher than Canelo Alvarez, underlining the incredible talent present in the sport today.
Complete List of Top Boxers
The complete list showcases the remarkable careers and achievements of these boxers:
- Floyd Mayweather – A five-division champion known for his incredible boxing intellect and defensive skills, remaining unbeaten throughout his career.
- Manny Pacquiao – The only boxer to claim titles across eight weight classes, renowned for his aggressive fighting style.
- Bernard Hopkins – Achieved the remarkable feat of becoming the oldest world champion at the age of 49, earning him the nickname “The Executioner.”
- Oleksandr Usyk – Notable for being the undisputed cruiserweight and heavyweight champion, with notable victories over Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury.
- Canelo Alvarez – A four-weight champion and a major figure in boxing today, currently active at super middleweight.
- Andre Ward – Retired undefeated after dominating in the super middleweight and light heavyweight divisions.
- Terence Crawford – Made history as the first fighter to become undisputed in two weight classes in the modern era.
- Juan Manuel Marquez – Best remembered for his knockout of Pacquiao, he is a four-weight champion.
- Roy Jones Jr. – A generational boxing talent with a heavyweight title to his name, known for his skill and style.
- Naoya Inoue – Renowned for his knockout power, he has unified multiple divisions, earning the nickname “The Monster.”
Notable Mentions
Other notable mentions include Gennadiy Golovkin, Joe Calzaghe, and motivational figures in women’s boxing such as Katie Taylor.
For Mayweather, his successful encounters with five individuals from this list only further solidify his impeccable legacy in the sport.
