Nigerian heavyweight boxer Efe Ajagba has been ranked among the world’s top 10 heavyweights by The Ring magazine, one of boxing’s most respected independent rating bodies.
In the latest rankings released on Thursday, the 30-year-old secured the No. 10 spot, becoming the only Nigerian currently listed in the prestigious top 10.
Ajagba, who boasts a professional record of 20 wins, one loss, and one draw with 14 knockouts, joins an elite group led by Ukraine’s Oleksandr Usyk, the reigning champion. Britain’s Tyson Fury holds the top contender’s spot, with Joseph Parker of New Zealand and Germany’s Agit Kabayel rounding out the top three.
The Nigerian’s rise follows a series of impressive performances that have reignited his ambition for a world title shot. His latest victory further strengthened his credentials as one of Africa’s leading contenders in the heavyweight division.
Founded in 1922, The Ring magazine compiles its monthly rankings based on results, performance, and track records, with contributions from leading boxing journalists and historians worldwide.
Below is The Ring’s updated heavyweight top 10:
- Champion: Oleksandr Usyk (24-0, 15 KOs)
- Tyson Fury (34-2-1, 24 KOs)
- Joseph Parker (36-3, 24 KOs)
- Agit Kabayel (26-0, 17 KOs)
- Daniel Dubois (22-3, 21 KOs)
- Filip Hrgovic (19-1, 14 KOs)
- Fabio Wardley (19-0-1, 18 KOs)
- Zhilei Zhang (27-3-1, 22 KOs)
- Martin Bakole (21-2-1, 16 KOs)
- Moses Itauma (13-0, 11 KOs)
- Efe Ajagba (20-1-1, 14 KOs)
Ajagba’s inclusion underlines his growing reputation as one of the most dangerous punchers in the heavyweight class.
