Boxing Minimumweight Rankings
Pedro Taduran, Siyakholwa Kuse, Oscar Collazo on top, 4 ranked contenders chasing — division limit 105 lb (47.6 kg).
Oscar Collazo
WBO Champion
Pedro Taduran
IBF Champion
Siyakholwa Kuse
WBC Champion
Melvin Jerusalem
Philippines
Ryūsei Matsumoto
Japan
Joey Canoy
Philippines
Vic Saludar
Philippines
Boxing Minimumweight — Division Guide
Boxing's minimumweight division (limit 105 lb (47.6 kg)) is split across 3 champions: Pedro Taduran (20-4-1) holds the IBF title; Siyakholwa Kuse (10-3-1) holds the WBC title; Oscar Collazo (15-0) holds the WBO title. The Ring's top 4 below them decides who gets the next shot.
The chase is led by Melvin Jerusalem (25-4), Ryūsei Matsumoto (8-0), Joey Canoy (25-5-2) — the names most likely to appear in the next title fight announcement. Across the division's ranked fighters, 60% 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 minimumweight boxing champions?
Pedro Taduran (IBF, 20-4-1); Siyakholwa Kuse (WBC, 10-3-1); Oscar Collazo (WBO, 15-0).
Who is the #1 minimumweight contender?
Melvin Jerusalem is ranked #1 at minimumweight with a record of 25-4.
What is the minimumweight weight limit in boxing?
The professional boxing minimumweight limit is 105 lb (47.6 kg).