Anthony Joshua Falls to 7th in Latest Heavyweight Rankings After Dubois Defeat
Anthony Joshua, once regarded as one of boxing’s premier heavyweights, has plummeted to 7th place in the latest Ring Magazine heavyweight rankings following a devastating fifth-round knockout defeat to Daniel Dubois on September 21, 2024.
The loss, which is considered one of the most significant setbacks in Joshua’s career, has led to his lowest ranking in years.
The new rankings are led by current champion Oleksandr Usyk, with Tyson Fury in 1st and Dubois skyrocketing to 3rd place after his victory over Joshua. Joseph Parker, Zhilei Zhang, and Agit Kabayel fill the 4th, 5th, and 6th positions, respectively. Joshua now trails behind the likes of Filip Hrgovic (8th) and Efe Ajagba (9th), highlighting a major shift in the heavyweight hierarchy.
Joshua’s sudden drop in the rankings has ignited discussions among fans and analysts regarding his future. Some have speculated whether this loss signals the beginning of the end for the former two-time heavyweight champion.
However, Joshua remains determined to continue his career, with talks of potential rematches against Dubois or other high-profile matchups that could help him regain his footing.
Despite his fall, the current state of the heavyweight division is seen as dynamic, with many potential matchups that could shake up the rankings further.
Joshua, however, will need a significant win to climb back to the top of the division.
