RING MAGAZINE have released their latest lightweight rankings ahead of the mouthwatering fight taking place in the division this weekend.
All eyes will be on Las Vegas on Saturday night when surging superstars Gervonta Davis and Ryan Garcia collide in the biggest fight of the year at the T-Mobile Arena.
Ryan Garcia and Gervonta Davis clash in a mouthwatering lightweight showdown this weekend
The pair are both considered to be top-ten lightweights by Ring Magazine
Ring Magazine’s top ten lightweights
And both men feature highly in Ring’s 135lb rankings ahead of what promises to be an iconic showdown.
Here, SunSport examines Ring Magazine’s latest top ten in full.
Champion – Devin Haney
Undisputed champion Devin Haney – who is set to make the second defence of his belts next month – sits atop the list.
Haney unified the division last June with a masterclass over George Kambosos Jr – a feat he repeated the following October.
Devin Haney is the undisputed king of the lightweights
No.1 – Vasyl Lomachenko
Haney’s upcoming opponent Vasyl Lomachenko is the sanctioning body’s No.1-ranked lightweight.
The Ukranian was the man at 135lbs before he ran into Teofimo Lopez in 2020, losing his grip on the WBA (Super), WBO, and The Ring lightweight titles to the American.
Vasyl Lomachenko is the number-one ranked lightweight in the world
No.2 – Gervonta Davis
Baltimore bruiser Davis is the current owner of the WBA (regular) lightweight title – which he’s defended four times since claiming it in 2019.
Davis has yet to taste defeat in his professional career, which he began a decade ago as a fresh-faced 18-year-old.
Ring Magazine rank Gervonta Davis as the number-two lightweight in the world
No.3 – Ryan Garcia
Like Davis, Garcia is also undefeated – although he has a slightly lower knockout percentage than ‘Tank’.
‘The Flash’ has won 23 of his professional fights via knockout – the last of which came against former two-time world champion Javier Fortuna last July.
Ryan Garcia comes in as the number-three ranked 135er in the world
No.4 – Issac Cruz
Mexio’s Issac Cruz is ranked No.4 in The Ring rankings following consecutive wins over Yuriorkis Gamboa and Eduardo Ramirez, which saw him bounce back from a decision defeat to Davis in December 2021.
No.5 – Shakur Stevenson
Former super-featherweight champion Shakur Stevenson comes in at No.5 – despite having only competed in the weight class once.
Stevenson lost the WBC and WBO 130lbs on the scales last September after failing to make weight for his clash with Robson Conceicao.
And he made a successful 135lb bow earlier this month, stopping Japan’s Shuichiro Yoshino in six rounds.
Shakur Stevenson was successful in his lightweight debut earlier this month
No.6 – Frank Martin
Detroit destroyer Frank Martin sits at number six following 12 knockouts in his 17 professional outings.
No.7 – George Kambosos Jr
Former unified champion Kambosos Jr occupies seventh spot following back-to-back schooling by Haney last year.
The Aussie currently doesn’t have a fight booked but is likely to return action in the coming months.
Georges Kambosos Jr comes in at number seven
No.8 – William Zepeda
Slick southpaw William Zepeda has earned his number eight spot due to his perfect 27-0 record, which is filled with a whopping 23 knockouts.
No.9 – Maxi Hughes
Despite being the owner of the IBO lightweight title, Brit Maxi Hughes only comes in at number nine on the stacked list.
Hughes claimed the belt in September 2021 and has made successful defences against Ryan Walsh and Kid Galahad.
Maxi Hughes is the No.9-ranked lightweight in the world, in the eyes of Ring Magazine
Keyshawn Davis rounds out the top ten list
No.10 – Keyshawn Davis
Lightweight prospect Keyshawn Davis, 24, rounds off the list at number ten – despite only having eight professional fights to his name.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can a beginner get started in boxing?
Boxing is one of the oldest sports known to man. Boxing was initially developed by ancient warriors to defeat enemies. Today, boxing is still widely practiced around the world. Boxing is not something you need to do in a gym. To box, all you need are a pair gloves and punching bags.
Amateur boxing clubs can be found in your area where you can get trained by professionals. Once you master basic punches & combinations, you will be ready for competition in tournaments.
How long does boxers train for a day?
Boxing trainers often train at least 4 hours per day. They learn new moves and practice their punches. Boxers can spar up to 10 times per week.
What can I do to improve my punching?
Boxing is all about good punch form. You must develop good punch technique if you want to become a better boxer. Here are some tips for improving your punching ability.
- Keep your head up. When you are throwing punches, your head should be raised.
- Punch from the shoulder. If you are going to throw a punch, aim for the shoulder and not your chin.
- Your feet are your focus. Focus on your feet when punching.
- Give short, fast punches. Your body will be tired faster if you are throwing longer punches.
- Don’t forget about defense! Always block any incoming punches.
- Use your elbows. To defend yourself, your elbows are a good option.
- Learn to use your legs. Properly using your legs will help you avoid being knocked down.
- Always practice. Keep training even if it makes you tired. It takes practice to become proficient at anything.
- Have fun Enjoy what you’re doing.
- Keep your eyes open and take deep, slow breaths. Breathing correctly will make you stronger and give you energy.
- Relax. Don’t worry about making errors. Don’t worry about making mistakes. Instead, focus on learning new skills.
- Be patient. Boxing can be difficult. It takes time and practice to improve your skills.
- Never stop learning. As long as there’s room to improve, there’ll be more.
- Listen to music. Listening to music can help you relax during training.
- Check out these videos featuring professional boxers. It can inspire you to do better.
- Read books. Reading helps you to understand boxing techniques.
- It is important to take breaks. Sometimes it’s helpful to take a break when you are boxing. Play soccer or basketball outdoors.
- Find a coach. Boxing is a sport that requires a coach with a lot of experience. This will help you to improve quicker.
- Push-ups are a great exercise. Push-ups can be a great way to increase strength and endurance.
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- It is just like normal sparring with a partner, but you want to throw punches at 75% of your normal speed. (wikihow.com)
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How To
Here are the Essential Skills of Boxing
How to box efficiently
Boxing is the most loved sport in the world. Two opponents fight each other to the death. The rules of boxing vary from country to country. There are three types generally of boxing: Amateur (Professional) and Olympic (Olympic).
Amateur boxing is usually practiced at school, college or university. This type includes sparring sessions using padded gloves, but without protection. Amateur boxing competitions usually last three rounds and last five minutes each. There are many styles to amateur boxing like Kickboxing. Muay Thai. Taekwondo. Karate. Judo. Wrestling.
Boxing professionals are usually trained in clubs, gyms, or stadiums. They use protective equipment, such as mouthpieces, nose guards, shin protectors, elbow pads knee pads, waist belts and groin protectors. Six rounds of professional boxing last four minutes each. There are several different styles of professional boxing including Boxing, MMA (Mixed Martial Arts), Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Taekwondo and others.
Olympic boxing is performed at the Olympics. International standards require that boxers use special protective gear. The competition lasts eight rounds of three minutes each. Olympic boxing has only two styles, Light Flyweight vs Heavyweight.
These are the basic skills required to box.
- Punching techniques
- Techniques for protecting yourself
- Footwork
- Stance
- Movement of the body
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Sparring
Punching Techniques
There are seven types. Each punch has its own technique. Some punches require greater strength than others. An uppercut, for instance, requires tremendous strength. A straight punch, on the other hand requires less power and is quicker than other punches.
There are also various punching combinations. These are combinations that combine punches to accomplish a particular goal. A combination may contain several parts. For example, a combination of a left and right hook will result in damage to the opponent’s jaw.
Guard Techniques
A boxer uses his body to protect himself against attacks. He does so by using his arms, elbows and hands as well as his knees, knees and legs.
Legs
A boxer must use his legs to defend against kicks. After receiving a kick, he will raise his leg and move away from the attacker. To avoid being kicked on his side, he will bend his knees if the attack is from the front. If the attack comes from behind, however, he can stand straight up and block the kick by his foot.
Elbows
Because they inflict pain, elbow strikes can be very effective. An elbow strike may be delivered directly or in an indirect manner. Directly refers to hitting your opponent with the forearm, while indirect means you hit him using another part of your arms.
Hands
Boxers use their hands as a shield against incoming punches. To do this, they raise their fists higher than their heads and move their arms in the direction that the attack is coming. They then make contact with their attacker’s fist.
Knees
Boxers should bend their knees when receiving blows to the abdomen, stomach, or chest. For defense purposes, knee strikes are common.
Feet
A boxer should not be afraid to respond to an attack. This will allow him to gain distance from his opponent. Also, boxers must maintain their balance while delivering counter-attacks.
Stances
In order to box effectively, a boxer needs to establish a stance. The way he defends him will be dictated by his stance. It defines where he faces his opponent and how he positions his body. There are many positions that boxers can adopt. These are some of our most favorite:
- Low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
Body Movement
In order to win a fight, a boxer must move around his opponent. This means changing your speed, position and rhythm.
Rotation
To increase his punching power, a boxer rotates when he throws a punch. You can rotate at different speeds depending upon the punch.
Combinations
The timing of each punch will determine the effectiveness and efficiency of a combination. A combination of strong and weak punches will produce a good result.
Spares
Sparring, a boxing practice session, is designed to improve your boxing skills. Sparring allows a boxer to improve his mental and physical skills. The goal of sparring is to learn to fight, and not to get hurt.
Learning to box takes dedication and patience. To become a better boxer, you must train hard and for a long time.
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