The World Boxing Affiliation (WBA) has launched its official rankings for the month of July, together with its month-to-month awards. Stealing the highlight this time is Oleksandr Usyk, who was named Fighter of the Month, whereas Ricardo Rafael Sandoval earned an Honorable Point out for his breakout efficiency.
July noticed a flurry of motion throughout the worldwide boxing panorama, however no efficiency resonated louder than Usyk’s. On July 19, the Ukrainian grasp technician delivered a sensational fifth-round knockout over Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium, reclaiming his standing because the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world. It was classic Usyk—tactical, exact, and devastating when the second known as for it.
In the meantime, Sandoval pulled off one of many month’s greatest upsets. The Californian of Mexican descent traveled to Yokohama to tackle the formidable Kenshiro Teraji and walked away with the WBA flyweight title after a grueling 12-round warfare. Regardless of being knocked down, Sandoval rallied to edge out the hometown hero by break up determination—proving he has the grit and coronary heart to compete on the highest stage.
The WBA’s newest rankings additionally replicate modifications within the welterweight division, the place Rolando “Rolly” Romero now stands as the only titleholder following Jaron Ennis’ transfer as much as the 154-pound division, which leaves the welterweight crown vacant.
The complete rankings are actually reside on the WBA’s official web site, open to the press and followers worldwide.
