Tyson Fury returned to London on Saturday, dispatching Arslanbek Makhmudov by unanimous decision. The win pushed his record to 35‑2‑1 with 24 knockouts and kept him at ESPN’s No. 2 heavyweight, but it wasn’t enough to crack the pound‑for‑pound top ten. Analysts say a victory over a higher‑rated foe, such as a prospective Anthony Joshua showdown, is required for re‑entry.

Oleksandr Usyk ascended to the pole position after Terence Crawford’s retirement, entering the list with a flawless 24‑0 record and a recent KO of Daniel Dubois. At nearly 39, the Ukrainian remains dominant, having bested Joshua, Fury and Dubois twice each. His next test arrives on May 23, when he will defend the WBC heavyweight crown against kick‑boxer Rico Verhoeven in Egypt.

Jai Opetaia earned a debut top‑ten slot after a unanimous decision over Brandon Glanton in his Zuffa Boxing debut. The Australian’s 30‑0 record and 23 knockouts signal a rapid rise, joining a slate that also features rising stars like Jesse Rodriguez and Shakur Stevenson. Opetaia’s placement underscores the growing depth of talent across multiple weight classes in the sport today.