1) Tyson Fury, 34-0-1 (24)
After that peculiar encounter with a mixed martial artist in October, Fury’s recent performances have been nearly flawless. His victories over Dillian Whyte and Deontay Wilder showcased his peak form, solidifying his position as not only the finest heavyweight in Britain but also the finest heavyweight globally.
Tyson Fury (Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)
2) Anthony Joshua, 28-3 (25)
While Joshua’s chances of defeating Oleksandr Usyk in a boxing ring may be slim, it is highly likely that he could emerge victorious against any other heavyweight opponent. Undoubtedly, Joshua’s most notable triumph remains his spectacular knockout victory over Wladimir Klitschko in 2017. Nevertheless, he has also secured commendable wins against Joseph Parker, Alexander Povetkin, Dillian Whyte, and Andy Ruiz, among others.
Richard Pelham/Getty Images captures the moment when Anthony Joshua connects with a massive right hand on Francis Ngannou.
3) Joe Joyce, 16-2 (15)
Even though Joyce encountered his limitations when facing the cunning Zhilei Zhang, he has still achieved victories against notable opponents such as Joseph Parker, Carlos Takam, Daniel Dubois, and Bryant Jennings. This is an impressive record for any heavyweight contender, especially considering Joyce’s limited professional boxing experience of only 18 fights.
Joe Joyce (James Chance/Getty Images)
4) Dillian Whyte, 30-3 (20)
After his most recent struggle with drugs, Whyte has made a comeback and continues to prove himself as one of the top heavyweight contenders in the UK. This claim is supported by his victories over Joseph Parker, which have aged well over time, Alexander Povetkin, and two triumphs against Derek Chisora.
Dillian Whyte (Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)
5) Daniel Dubois, 20-2 (19)
At the age of 26, Dubois is edging closer to reaching his physical peak as a heavyweight. Additionally, he now possesses the valuable experience that contributes to his growth. While he has faced defeats against Joe Joyce and Oleksandr Usyk, his recent victory over Jarrell Miller demonstrates that Dubois has learned from those setbacks and is incorporating those lessons to enhance his skills.
Dubois appears ready and composed for action.
6) Fabio Wardley, 17-0 (16)
Wardley, the current holder of the British heavyweight title, has an immaculate record of 17 victories. Despite being a late bloomer in the boxing world, his remarkable stoppage wins against Nathan Gorman and David Adeleye have truly distinguished him from his domestic counterparts.
Adeleye is targeted by Wardley in a fierce assault. (Photo credit: Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
7) Frazer Clarke, 8-0 (6)
With only eight professional fights under his belt, Clarke is set to face Wardley for the British and Commonwealth title this weekend. Although Clarke has achieved notable victories against Dave Allen, Mariusz Wach, and Bogdan Dinu, this matchup against Wardley signifies a significant advancement in terms of opponent caliber.
Frazer Clarke (Getty Images)
8) Derek Chisora, 34-13 (23)
Chisora, a beloved fan favorite, is now 40 years old and is likely either nearing the end of his career or has already retired. Nevertheless, his impressive record of 34 wins and 13 losses includes encounters with numerous prominent heavyweights from the last decade. Notably, he achieved victories over notable opponents such as Kubrat Pulev, David Price, and Carlos Takam.
Mark Robinson, a representative from Matchroom Boxing, captures Dereck Chisora successfully hitting Kubrat Pulev.
9) Solomon Dacres, 8-0 (2)
Dacres, the reigning English heavyweight champion, has emerged as a fresh force in the domestic heavyweight division. With an unblemished record of eight professional fights, he is making waves in the boxing world. In March, he secured the English belt by defeating Robert Ismay via stoppage. Dacres further solidified his position by successfully defending his title against Michael Webster, eight months after his initial victory.
Solomon Dacres (Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing)
10) David Adeleye, 12-1 (11)
Despite his disappointment over losing his grudge match against Wardley in October, Adeleye, who is 27 years old, has ample time to develop and enhance his skills. Referred to as “Big D,” his impressive victories over Emir Ahmatovic and Dmytro Bezus at York Hall showcased his promising talent.
David Adeleye and Dmytro Bezus
