"With four months left on the 2025 boxing schedule, there is no clear-cut frontrunner for fighter of the year. From Oleksandr Usyk's one-sided thumping of Daniel Dubois to Dmitry Bivol avenging his loss against Artur Beterbiev for the undisputed light heavyweight championship, there have been some great performances throughout the year. However, there has yet to be that performance that creates enough distance to set one fighter apart from the pack."
"There are still a few major fights on this year's schedule that can yield performances to enter the conversation. Terence Crawford challenging Canelo Alvarez for the undisputed super middleweight championship is the one that stands out. However, several other fighters also have the opportunity to close the year strongly and make their case. We take a look at some of the fights that have already been announced, as well as fighters we expect to compete again before the end of the year."
With four months remaining in the 2025 boxing calendar, there is no clear frontrunner for fighter of the year despite several standout performances. Oleksandr Usyk delivered a one-sided thumping of Daniel Dubois, and Dmitry Bivol avenged his loss to Artur Beterbiev to reclaim undisputed light heavyweight supremacy. No single performance has created enough separation to cement the honor. Several major fights still on the schedule can produce game-changing showings. The most notable potential moment is Terence Crawford moving up two weight classes to challenge Canelo Alvarez for the undisputed super middleweight championship; such a victory and a three-division undisputed title would carry exceptional weight.
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