Efe Ajagba Nigerian fighter ranks No. 10 globally, becoming the only African in The Ring’s top 10 heavyweight boxer list
Efe Ajagba Ranked Among World’s Top 10 Heavyweights
Nigerian boxing sensation Efe Ajagba has officially entered the global spotlight, earning a spot in The Ring magazine’s top 10 heavyweight boxer rankings. The 30-year-old was ranked No. 10 in the magazine’s latest update released on Thursday, marking a significant milestone in his professional career.
Ajagba, celebrated for his strength and toughness, boasts a professional record of 20 victories, 1 defeat, and 1 draw, including an impressive 14 knockouts. His latest performances have sparked a revival of his aspirations for a world title and have garnered him acknowledgment from one of the most esteemed ranking organizations in boxing.
Elite Company in Heavyweight Boxing
The current The Ring rankings are topped by Oleksandr Usyk (24-0, 15 KOs), who holds the world champion status. The top contenders include:
Tyson Fury – 34-2-1 (24 KOs)
Joseph Parker – 36-3-0 (24 KOs)
Agit Kabayel – 26-0-0 (17 KOs)
Daniel Dubois, Filip Hrgovic, Fabio Wardley, Zhilei Zhang, Martin Bakole, Moses Itauma, and
Efe Ajagba – 20-1-1 (14 KOs)
Ajagba’s inclusion places him among the elite fighters from the UK, Ukraine, Germany, New Zealand, and China making him the only Nigerian and the only African boxer in the current top 10 heavyweight rankings.
Efe Ajagba Gain Global Recognition for Nigerian Boxing
The Ring magazine, founded in 1922, is widely regarded as the most prestigious independent voice in boxing. Its monthly rankings are based on a combination of recent performances, opponent quality, and consistency with contributions from top boxing journalists and historians worldwide.
Ajagba’s rise into The Ring’s top 10 heavyweight boxer rankings signals not just a personal victory, but a proud moment for Nigerian and African boxing. With momentum on his side, the Nigerian powerhouse is now firmly in the conversation for future world title contention.
