The latest WBC heavyweight rankings have caused quite a stir in the boxing world, especially for former champion Tyson Fury. Despite only losing his title to Oleksandr Usyk in their recent unification showdown, Fury has been demoted to the No-2 position. Many fans believe that Fury should rightfully be ranked as the WBC No-1 contender, considering that his only loss was to Usyk, who is now at the top of the rankings.
One of the most surprising aspects of the new WBC Top-10 rankings is the placement of Efe Ajagba at No-5. Ajagba, who is still seen as a prospect by many, is ranked ahead of more-established fighters such as Joe Joyce and Frank Sanchez, who even holds a win over Ajagba. This unexpected ranking has raised eyebrows and led to questions about the selection process.
The current WBC heavyweight rankings list Oleksandr Usyk as the champion, followed by Anthony Joshua at No-1 and Tyson Fury at No-2. However, the decision to place Joshua above Fury has sparked controversy, especially since Joshua’s recent opponent was an inexperienced heavyweight with only one fight under his belt. This has raised doubts about the criteria used by the WBC to determine the rankings.
Interestingly, two of the heavyweights in the new WBC Top-10 rankings, Jared Anderson and Martin Bakole, are scheduled to fight each other in August. This matchup adds an exciting element to the rankings, as it provides an opportunity for both fighters to prove themselves against fellow contenders. However, as of now, none of the other fighters in the Top-10 are set to face off against one another, leaving fans eager for more competitive matchups.
The latest WBC heavyweight rankings have sparked debate and controversy within the boxing community. The unexpected placement of fighters like Efe Ajagba and the questionable ranking of Tyson Fury compared to Anthony Joshua have left many fans scratching their heads. As the boxing world awaits more clarity on the decision-making process behind the rankings, the upcoming matchups between ranked fighters provide an opportunity for the rankings to be put to the test on the canvas.