In the lucrative realm of boxing, British-Nigerian heavyweight Anthony Joshua stands tall as the second-richest active boxer globally, boasting a staggering net worth of $80 million (N80 billion) at the age of 34. Joshua’s financial success parallels his dominance in the ring, with a record of 26 victories in 29 bouts, including 23 knockouts.
The wealthiest active boxer worldwide is Mexico’s Canelo Alvarez, 33, with an astronomical net worth of $180 million. Alvarez has achieved multiple world championships in four weight classes, showcasing his prowess from light middleweight to light heavyweight.
Tyson Fury, the British heavyweight maestro, ranks third on the list with a net worth of $65 million at 35 years old. Fury’s impressive record includes 33 victories in 34 bouts, with 24 knockouts. His notable showdowns against Deontay Wilder and Derek Chisora have contributed to his illustrious career.
Ukrainian sensation Oleksandr Usyk, 36, secures the fourth spot with a net worth of $50 million. Usyk is renowned for his speed and ring craft, holding multiple world championships in two weight classes, including the unified heavyweight titles since 2021.
Deontay Wilder, the Alabama-born boxer with a powerful right hand, commands a net worth of $30 million, earning him the fifth position. Wilder, 36, has fought against prominent names like Tyson Fury and Luis Ortiz, winning 42 of his 45 fights, with 41 by knockout.
Other notable figures on the list include Gennady Golovkin from Kazakhstan with a net worth of $30 million, Sonny Bill Williams at $25 million, and former world champion Andy Ruiz Jr. at $10 million. Ruiz gained fame by defeating Joshua in 2019 and claiming the world titles.
The list also features Argentine pugilist Sergio Martinez, 48, with a net worth of $10 million. Martinez has held multiple world championships in two weight classes, including the unified middleweight titles from 2010 to 2014.
The youngest boxer on the list is 25-year-old Ryan Garcia, with a net worth of $10 million. Garcia has won 22 of his 23 professional fights, including victories against notable opponents like Luke Campbell and Francisco Fonseca.