From the time I started as the boxing writer at USA Today in early 2000 until leaving ESPN in April 2020, I was responsible for the divisional rankings for each outlet. At USA Today, I updated them once a month until leaving in early 2005. At some point during my time at ESPN they became weekly, but I had not done any divisional rankings until I recently did an updated top 10 heavyweights and a couple of other divisions. Reader reaction was overwhelming, which I appreciate. So, why not keep it going? Here are updated rankings for the junior welterweight division, which crowned an undisputed champion on Saturday.
Thanks so much Dan, used to read the weekend scorecard and the divisional rankings update every week. Made it very easy to keep up with the sport. I've missed them!
Thanks so much Dan, used to read the weekend scorecard and the divisional rankings update every week. Made it very easy to keep up with the sport. I've missed them!
Subriel Matias needs to be in this list. His aggressive fighting style is sure entertaining.
Great work Dan, so much talent in every division and hopefully more fights like that one can be made.
Solid top 3.
Great division
Great to see u doing this for another great division. I think Shohjahon Ergashev could be here as well.