Boxing pound-for-pound rankings (Nov. 2026): Canelo Alvarez storms back into top 10 after Mbilli masterclass
Saul "Canelo" Alvarez is back among boxing's pound-for-pound best.
Naoya Inoue remains the undisputed super bantamweight champion, with talks underway for a high-profile matchup against Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez in March 2027 in Japan. If this fight does not come to fruition, Inoue may seek to challenge for a world title at featherweight and become the seventh fighter in men's boxing history to hold titles in five weight classes.
Meanwhile, Oleksandr Usyk, the former undisputed cruiserweight and heavyweight champion, has not retired from competition despite his achievements. He has opted for a novelty fight against Rico Verhoeven, followed by a return to cruiserweight where he aims to once again secure the undisputed title. David Benavidez, who has risen to prominence by becoming a unified cruiserweight champion, is now focused on adding a third belt at cruiserweight.
He is scheduled to face WBC champion Michal Cieslak on December 5 in Arizona, which would bring him one step closer to an undisputed championship. Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez, who has earned the title of WBA bantamweight champion, is also targeting a showdown with Inoue in March 2027, potentially solidifying his place among boxing's elite.
Shakur Stevenson, after dominating Teofimo Lopez in January 2026 to become a four-division world champion, has faced challenges securing his next promotional move due to his association with Zuffa. However, he is set to defend his WBO super lightweight title soon.
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