Boxing Flyweight Rankings
Masamichi Yabuki, Ricardo Sandoval, Anthony Olascuaga on top, 4 ranked contenders chasing — division limit 112 lb (50.8 kg).
Anthony Olascuaga
WBO Champion
Masamichi Yabuki
IBF Champion
Ricardo Sandoval
WBA / WBC Champion
Seigo Yuri Akui
Japan
Galal Yafai
United Kingdom
Ángel Ayala
Mexico
Felix Alvarado
Nicaragua
Boxing Flyweight — Division Guide
Boxing's flyweight division (limit 112 lb (50.8 kg)) is split across 3 champions: Masamichi Yabuki (20-4) holds the IBF title; Ricardo Sandoval (27-2) holds the WBA / WBC title; Anthony Olascuaga (12-1) holds the WBO title. The Ring's top 4 below them decides who gets the next shot.
The chase is led by Seigo Yuri Akui (23-3-1), Galal Yafai (9-0), Ángel Ayala (19-1) — the names most likely to appear in the next title fight announcement. Across the division's ranked fighters, 72% of all wins have come inside the distance — a good measure of how dangerous this weight class is right now.
Rankings follow The Ring magazine's independent ratings — widely treated as boxing's most credible list — refreshed after every major card. Every fighter links to a full profile with punch stats, championship history and their last five bouts with dates and venues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the current world flyweight boxing champions?
Masamichi Yabuki (IBF, 20-4); Ricardo Sandoval (WBA / WBC, 27-2); Anthony Olascuaga (WBO, 12-1).
Who is the #1 flyweight contender?
Seigo Yuri Akui is ranked #1 at flyweight with a record of 23-3-1.
What is the flyweight weight limit in boxing?
The professional boxing flyweight limit is 112 lb (50.8 kg).