Boxing is one of the most popular sports in the world. Over the past few years, the sport has seen a bit of resurgence when it comes to global presence thanks to influencer boxing and also the sport finally getting to see big names fight each other more frequently.

That said, in this piece we will take a look at 5 fights that need to be made in 2025 in boxing.

5 boxing matchups to make in 2025

Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury

It’s been talked about. It’s been written about. Moreover, it was even signed and scheduled at one point. Still, a fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua—who’ve always shared a home country and briefly shared the heavyweight championship—has never occurred.

But this is boxing and now that they’re both damaged competitive goods, maybe 2025 is the year to make it happen. Joshua’s career is down to its last strike after his shocking fifth-round KO loss to Daniel Dubois in September, and Fury is officially off the division’s top tier after dropping a pair of close but justifiable decisions to Oleksandr Usyk in May and December.

It won’t matter much in their native England, where fans will certainly turn out in big numbers to see the behemoths settle a longtime verbal beef, whether a title is on the line or not. 

READ MORE: Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury: Will It Be Their Final Bout In 2025?

Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford

Maybe it makes sense. Maybe it doesn’t. That depends largely on who you ask. But one thing’s for certain: A showdown between generational stars Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford would be a big event. As big as a calendar year could want.

Alvarez, for those somehow unaware, has been a pro since his teens, became a champion at age 20, and has spent the subsequent years—he’s 34 now, by the way—compiling a Hall of Fame resume with title belts at 154, 160, 168 and 175 pounds and a list of high-end pay-per-view appearances that rivals anyone’s in the sport’s recent history.

Meanwhile, Crawford, unbeaten in 41 bouts and also a four-division champion, is angling for a career-defining challenge that’ll surpass anything he’s done from 135 pounds to 154.

Amanda Serrano vs. Katie Taylor 3

Speaking of greedy, sometimes two isn’t even enough. The record shows that Amanda Serrano and Katie Taylor have faced each other twice—once in 2022 and once this past November—and have combined for 20 rounds of unforgettably compelling combat, complete with blood, sweat, and, for Serrano at least, tears.

That’s because the multi-division Puerto Rican champion has been on the short end of two highly debatable decisions (one split, one unanimous) though she landed more punches in 13 of those 20 rounds and both threw and landed more punches in each fight.

There’s no women’s fight that carries more competitive weight than a third go-round between the two, and, given their track record of titillation, probably no fan that wouldn’t stake out a spot by the TV to see them square off for another instant classic. They’ve been a hit in New York, a hit in Texas, and a hit on streaming devices, too.

Devin Haney vs. Ryan Garcia 2

The first fight delivered fireworks, but Ryan Garcia’s post-victory performance-enhancing drug scandal left a bitter aftertaste. A rematch is essential — not just to settle the score, but for both sides to reclaim credibility with one of boxing’s most heated rivalries.

While things definitely look uncertain at the moment, one would like to assume that Garcia steps back into the squared circle after having his ban lifted later this year. As far as Haney goes, he has been vocal about not wanting to fight Garcia. However, there’s nothing a fat cheque can’t change in the world of boxing. 

Oleksandr Usyk vs. Daniel Dubois 2

Daniel Dubois’ controversial low blow and Usyk’s subsequent victory left questions unanswered after their infamous August 2023 meeting. A rematch settles it all, with unified heavyweight champ Usyk aiming to regain undisputed status and IBF champ Dubois seeking vindication.

As of right now, Dubois is set to fight Joseph Parker later in February. it is safe to assume that a potential victory over Parker would put him right back in contention for a fight against Oleksandr Usyk. 

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