They offered everything: heart, hate, history and heroics. These ring battles have shaped boxing over the last five years – with brutal knockdowns, historic moments and champions who risked everything.
#5 Dmitry Bivol vs. Artur Beterbiev II
In the rematch between the two light heavyweight dominators, Dmitry Bivol was able to make up for his defeat in the first duel. The 34-year-old put in a masterful tactical performance and secured victory by majority decision, taking the Undisputed light heavyweight title from Beterbiev. The duel was an incomparable tactical masterpiece and a highlight for boxing purists.
#4 Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury I
Ukrainian Oleksandr Usyk and Briton Tyson Fury met in one of the most important heavyweight fights of recent decades in Riyadh in 2024. Usyk secured victory with a split decision, becoming the first undisputed heavyweight world champion since Lennox Lewis in 1999. While the fight was initially characterized by tactical brilliance, there were numerous scenes that made every boxing fan’s heart beat faster – from open exchanges to arrogant antics.
#3 Chris Eubank Jr. vs. Conor Benn
What was originally a scandalous fight turned into one of the most electrifying showdowns of the decade months later. In the packed O2 Arena, Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn were not just two irreconcilable rivals – it was also the continuation of a father feud from the 90s. The atmosphere was heated, the hatred palpable, and the fight delivered what it promised: twelve rounds of pure ring brutality, wild exchanges of blows, angry looks after every round. Eubank Jr. ultimately secured a clear points victory.
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