Boxing fans are in for a spectacular year in 2025 as the fight calendar is stacked with big-name clashes, championship bouts, and long-awaited rematches. From heavyweight titans Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois to the much-anticipated trilogy between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano, the ring is buzzing with action.
This year, boxing offers a mix of legacy fights, rising stars, and title unifications that promise knockouts, drama, and unforgettable moments. Here’s your complete guide to the biggest fights confirmed in 2025, including schedules, results, and what fans should be watching closely.
Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois 2 – July 19, Wembley Stadium, London
One of the most anticipated bouts of 2025 is the rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois. Their first meeting in 2023 ended with a ninth-round stoppage in favor of Usyk, who showed his superior footwork, precision, and composure under pressure. Now, Dubois returns with the IBF title in hand and a score to settle.
Usyk, the unified WBA, WBO, and WBC heavyweight champion, is known for his brilliant ring IQ and tactical genius. Dubois, on the other hand, will be eager to prove his growth since the loss.
Katie Taylor vs Amanda Serrano 3 – July 12, Madison Square Garden, New York
Women’s boxing reaches new heights as Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano square off in a trilogy bout that has already made history.
Their first fight in 2022 was dubbed the greatest women’s boxing match of all time. The rematch followed with just as much heat. Now, they meet for a third time with all four belts, WBC, WBA, IBF, and WBO, on the line at super-lightweight.
Taylor, fighting with the heart of a champion, remains Ireland’s pride. Serrano, the Puerto Rican powerhouse, wants to settle the score. This bout is more than a title fight—it’s a legacy-defining moment for both fighters and for women’s boxing globally.
Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford – September 12, Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas
In a historic crossover bout, pound-for-pound stars Canelo Alvarez (61-2-2, 39 KOs) and Terence Crawford (41-0, 31 KOs) collide at 168 lbs. Crawford, moving up three weight classes, looks to become a five-division champion, while Canelo aims to prove he’s still the king of super-middleweight.
Other Key Fights to Watch
May 11 – Emanuel Navarrete vs Charly Suarez
Location: Pechanga Arena, San Diego
Title at stake: WBO Super-Featherweight
Navarrete defends his title against Suarez in what many expect to be a fast-paced, action-packed contest. Navarrete’s unorthodox style and volume punching will test Suarez’s technical abilities.
June 7 – Callum Simpson vs Ivan Zucco
Location: Oakwell Stadium, Barnsley
Title at stake: European Super-Middleweight
Rising star Callum Simpson headlines in his hometown as he takes on Ivan Zucco. Simpson has eyes on world honors and a strong win here puts him in the conversation for a global title shot.
June 7 – Fabio Wardley vs Justis Huni
Location: Portman Road, Ipswich
Fabio Wardley faces Australia’s Justis Huni in a heavyweight showdown that could produce a new contender. With Dillian Whyte also slated to fight on the same card, the British heavyweight scene is heating up.
June 8 – Keyshawn Davis vs Edwin De Los Santos
Location: Scope Arena, Norfolk, Virginia
Title at stake: WBO Lightweight (Vacant)
Rising star Keyshawn Davis (11-0, 7 KOs) faces power-puncher Edwin De Los Santos (17-2, 14 KOs) in a WBO lightweight title eliminator. A win here could set up a future shot at Shakur Stevenson or Vasiliy Lomachenko.
June 27 – Deontay Wilder vs Tyrrell Herndon
Location: Kansas, USA
Deontay Wilder returns to the ring looking for redemption and relevance. His power is still feared across the division. Facing Tyrrell Herndon, Wilder hopes to reignite his campaign for another title run.
June 28 – Jake Paul vs Julio Cesar Chavez Jr
Location: California, USA
Weight class: Cruiserweight
Internet sensation-turned-boxer Jake Paul continues to chase credibility, this time against former champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. It’s a fight that will grab headlines and possibly surprise fans if Chavez shows up motivated.
July 11 – Ellie Scotney vs Yamileth Mercado
Location: New York, USA
Titles at stake: IBF, WBC & WBO Super-Bantamweight
Ellie Scotney defends multiple belts against seasoned champion Yamileth Mercado in what is shaping up to be a tough test for the British fighter. Expect fireworks and heavy exchanges.
May 24 – Josh Taylor vs Ekow Essuman
Location: Glasgow, UK
Weight class: Welterweight
Former unified champion Josh Taylor looks to bounce back at home against Ekow Essuman. With the welterweight division stacked, this win could line Taylor up for a bigger opportunity later in the year.
May 24 – Moses Itauma vs Mike Balogun
Location: Glasgow, UK
Weight class: Heavyweight
Young heavyweight Moses Itauma continues his steady rise. His clash with Mike Balogun will show if he’s ready for top-tier competition. Fans and promoters are closely watching.
Results So Far in 2025
While some big fights are yet to take place, here are a few key results from this year’s action-packed calendar:
May 17 – London, UK
- Dave Allen stopped Johnny Fisher in Round 5 (Heavyweight)
May 10 – Nottingham, UK
- Anthony Cacace stopped Leigh Wood in Round 9 (Super-Featherweight)
May 5 – Las Vegas, USA
- Naoya Inoue stopped Ramon Cardenas in Round 8 (Undisputed Super-Bantamweight)
- Rafael Espinoza stopped Edward Vazquez (WBO Featherweight)
May 4 – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Canelo Alvarez beat William Scull by unanimous decision (Undisputed Super-Middleweight)
May 3 – New York, USA
- Teofimo Lopez beat Arnold Barboza by unanimous decision
- Devin Haney beat Jose Ramirez by unanimous decision
- Rolando Romero beat Ryan Garcia by unanimous decision
April 26 – London, UK
- Chris Eubank Jr beat Conor Benn by unanimous decision
- Aaron McKenna beat Liam Smith by unanimous decision
- Anthony Yarde beat Lyndon Arthur by unanimous decision
- Chris Billam-Smith beat Brandon Glanton by unanimous decision
- Viddal Riley beat Cheavon Clarke by unanimous decision
April 20 – Birmingham, UK
- Ben Whittaker knocked out Liam Cameron in Round 2
- Sam Eggington beat Liam Cutler by unanimous decision
- Frazer Clarke knocked out Ebenezer Tetteh in Round 1
- Tyler Denny beat Elvis Ahorgah on points
April 12 – Atlantic City, USA
- Jaron Ennis stopped Eimantas Stanionis in Round 6
April 5 – Manchester, UK
- Filip Hrgovic beat Joe Joyce by unanimous decision
April 5 – Astana, Kazakhstan
- Janibek Alimkhanuly stopped Anauel Ngamissengue in Round 5
March 30 – Las Vegas, USA
- Mikaela Mayer beat Sandy Ryan by unanimous decision
- Brian Norman stopped Derrieck Cuevas
March 22 – Las Vegas, USA
- Sebastian Fundora stopped Chordale Booker in Round 4
March 15 – Liverpool, UK
- Nick Ball stopped TJ Doheny in Round 10
- Andrew Cain beat Charlie Edwards by split decision
March 13 – Tokyo, Japan
- Kenshiro Teraji stopped Seigo Yuri Akui
- Anthony Olascuaga beat Hiroto Kyoguchi by unanimous decision
- Rene Santiago beat Shokichi Iwata by unanimous decision
March 7 – London, UK
- Natasha Jonas beat Lauren Price by unanimous decision
- Caroline Dubois beat Bo Mi Re Shin by majority decision
March 1 – New York, USA
- Gervonta Davis and Lamont Roach – Draw
- Gary Antuanne Russell beat Jose Valenzuela by unanimous decision
- Alberto Puello beat Sandor Martin by split decision
February 24 – Tokyo, Japan
- Junto Nakatani knocked out David Cuellar in Round 3
- Tenshin Nasukawa beat Jason Moloney by unanimous decision
February 22 – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Joseph Parker knocked out Martin Bakole in Round 2
- Dmitry Bivol beat Artur Beterbiev by majority decision
- Callum Smith beat Joshua Buatsi by unanimous decision
- Carlos Adames vs Hamzah Sheeraz – Draw
- Agit Kabayel knocked out Zhilei Zhang in Round 6
- Shakur Stevenson stopped Josh Padley in Round 9
- Vergil Ortiz beat Israil Madrimov by unanimous decision
February 15 – Manchester, UK
- Keyshawn Davis knocked out Denys Berinchyk in Round 4
- Xander Zayas stopped Slawa Spomer in Round 9
- Jared Anderson beat Marios Kollias by unanimous decision
- Arnold Barboza Jr beat Jack Catterall by split decision
- Reece Bellotti stopped Michael Gomez Jr in Round 10
February 8 – Manchester, UK
- Derek Chisora beat Otto Wallin by unanimous decision
February 2 – Michigan, USA
- Claressa Shields beat Danielle Perkins by unanimous decision
February 1 – London, UK
- Adam Azim stopped Sergey Lipinets
- Callum Simpson stopped Elvis Ahorgah
February 1 – Las Vegas, USA
- David Benavidez beat David Morrell by unanimous decision
- Brandon Figueroa beat Stephen Fulton by unanimous decision
January 25 – Nottingham, UK
- Ellie Scotney beat Mea Motu by unanimous decision
- Dalton Smith stopped Walid Ouizza in Round 1
January 25 – Las Vegas, USA
- Diego Pacheco beat Steven Nelson by unanimous decision
January 24 – Tokyo, Japan
- Naoya Inoue knocked out Ye Joon Kim (Undisputed Super-Bantamweight)
January 18 – Manchester, UK
- Darren Till stopped Anthony Taylor in Round 6
January 11 – Sheffield, UK
- Callum Simpson stopped Steed Woodall in Round 2
- Caroline Dubois vs Jessica Camara – Technical Draw (accidental head clash in Round 2)
January 8 – Australia
- Jai Opetaia stopped David Nyika in Round 4
What’s Next for Anthony Joshua?
One of the biggest names in boxing, Anthony Joshua, has yet to confirm his next fight. With the heavyweight division heating up, speculation surrounds his possible opponents.
Will he take on the winner of Usyk vs Dubois 2? Could we see a long-awaited clash with Deontay Wilder or even Tyson Fury?
Joshua remains a box office draw, and fans are hoping 2025 will include a defining fight in his career resurgence.
The Rise of Young Talent
2025 is not just about the veterans and established champions. Fighters like Keyshawn Davis, Callum Simpson, Ellie Scotney, and Moses Itauma are building serious momentum. The next generation is not waiting in the wings—they’re making noise now.
Simpson’s bout at Oakwell is particularly symbolic. Selling out a football stadium for a European title fight shows the sport’s growing appeal and his rising profile.