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Open Letter to the World Boxing Community
By: Mauricio Sulaiman, WBC President JANUARY 22, 2026 – Mexico City, Mexico. Everything is going to be all right. Unfortunately, our sport is currently in the headlines all over the world, but for the wrong reasons. A powerful entity worth billions of dollars is shouting in an attempt to make itself heard regarding its intent […]
WBC Boxing Grand Prix Finals: Tournament Winners
On December 20 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the final bouts of the WBC Boxing Grand Prix took place — a major international tournament held under the auspices of the World Boxing Council, which became the culmination of a long-term vision aimed at developing a new generation of professional boxers. The final night concluded months of […]
WBC Ukraine presented the Women’s Champion of Ukraine title at the 63rd WBC Convention in Bangkok
The WBC Ukraine team took part in the 63rd Convention of the World Boxing Council (WBC), held in Bangkok, Thailand, where it officially presented the Women’s WBC Ukraine Champion title. This step became an important confirmation of the systematic development of boxing in Ukraine — not only in the men’s division, but also in women’s […]
Oleksandr Hrytsiv Defends WBC Francophone Bridgerweight Title
Bridgerweight champion Oleksandr Hrytsiv (12-0, 8 KO) successfully retained his WBC Francophone title after securing a technical knockout (TKO) victory over challenger Serhiy Radchenko (11-9, 5 KO) in their bout held in Lviv, Ukraine. The contest, expected to be competitive, quickly became one-sided. Hrytsiv showcased his superiority and punching power, effectively working with short-range hooks that consistently […]
WBC Official Mandatory Status As Ruled By The WBC Board Of Governors – 63rd Annual Convention
On December 3, 2025, in Bangkok (Thailand), the WBC Board of Governors approved updated mandatory statuses for champions and contenders, as well as ordered final elimination bouts across all weight divisions. Below is a structured overview of the main decisions. Key Decisions: Usyk, Kabayel, Lerena, Jack, Matias & Others In the heavyweight division, champion Oleksandr Usyk was […]
WBC December Ratings Update: Ukraine’s Position in the Global Rankings
The December update of the World Boxing Council (WBC) rankings confirmed the stable presence of Ukrainian fighters across multiple weight divisions. Some athletes climbed higher thanks to their recent victories and title wins, others dropped due to the increased activity of global contenders. A number of boxers also entered the ratings following their championship bouts […]
WBC CISBB Rebranding: The Creation of WBC Eurasia Marks a New Era in Professional Boxing
The latest meeting of the WBC Board of Directors took place during the 63rd Annual Convention of the World Boxing Council, held in Bangkok, Thailand. This gathering became one of the most significant events of the year, marking an important milestone in the development of global professional boxing. CISBB Receives a New Name — WBC […]
WBC Francophone – November 2025: Ukrainian Boxers Continue to Dominate the Updated Rankings
The World Boxing Council has released the updated WBC Francophone men’s rankings for November 2025.Ukrainian fighters maintain strong leadership in the Francophone region — with three reigning champions, former titleholders, and more than ten boxers holding top positions across multiple divisions. Heavyweight Bohdan Myronets holds 9th place in the WBC Francophone rankings.A former titleholder of this organization, Myronets remains one […]
Yaroslav Mykhalushko and Maksym Molodan Claim WBC Titles in Belgium
Ukrainian professional boxing once again demonstrated its strength on the international stage. On October 25 in Herstal, Belgium, the Knockout Boxing Night event featured two impressive title victories for Ukraine — as Yaroslav Mykhalushko and Maksym Molodan captured their respective WBC belts. Yaroslav Mykhalushko — WBC Francophone and WBC International Champion In the main event, Yaroslav Mykhalushko (12–0, 9 KOs) earned a dominant unanimous decision […]
Mykhalushko and Molodan Successfully Make Weight Ahead of Their WBC Title Fights in Belgium
On the eve of a major boxing night in Herstal, Belgium, the official weigh-in took place for the upcoming WBC International and WBC Francophone title bouts.Ukrainian fighters Yaroslav Mykhalushko and Maksym Molodan confirmed their excellent form and readiness for two of the most important fights of their careers. Yaroslav Mykhalushko (Ukraine) vs Alexis Rios Munguia (Mexico) In the main event, Yaroslav Mykhalushko will face Alexis Rios Munguia for […]
WBC October Rankings: Ukrainian Boxers Maintain Their Standing Among the World’s Elite
Ukrainian boxers once again proved their consistency and international class. The October update of the World Boxing Council (WBC) rankings confirmed that most Ukrainian fighters remain among the world’s elite, while several continue to move closer to title contention. Despite injuries, cancelled bouts and fierce competition, Ukraine’s representatives remain a notable force in nearly every division. HEAVYWEIGHT […]
Exciting Semifinals of the WBC Boxing Grand Prix in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
The WBC Boxing Grand Prix held a successful semi-final with exciting bouts at the Global Theater in Boulevard City, Riyadh. SUPER LIGHTWEIGHT Mujibillo Tursunov (Uzbekistan) 9-0 (2 KOs) vs Danylo Lozan (Ukraine) 15-1 (9 KOs) Judges: Omar Mintun, Adrian Aguillon, Guido Cavalleri, Rey Danseco, and Craig Metcalfe Referee: Joel Scobie In one of the most […]
