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Young heavyweight guns on the horizon.
Right now aside from Usyk the division is rather poor at the top. Usyk is going to retire in 1-2 more fights and become a first ballot hall of fame enshrinee. Such is rare in boxing
After Usyk retires, boxing is lucky to have grade A prospects who are young professionals or top amateurs . This is the best top 4 prospects since the early 2000's in heavyweight prospects and possibly better than they were. All of the four men are under 24
The four men in no particular order are
Aleksei Dronov
Moses Itauma
David Suvor
Jakhongir Zokirov
These four—mixing explosive amateurs turning pro and precocious professionals—bring diverse styles: raw power, slick footwork, and international pedigree. They knockout potential and 3 of the 4 star amateur pedigrees.Here's a breakdown of each, based on their records, achievements, and trajectories as of September 2025. I've prioritized verified pro/amateur stats and recent developments.
| Moses Itauma | 20 | British (born in Slovakia to Nigerian-Slovak parents) | Professional (Queensberry Promotions) | - WBO Intercontinental & Commonwealth heavyweight champion. - 2nd-round TKOs over Ilja Mezencev (May 2024) and Mariusz Wach (July 2024). - 1st-round TKO over Dillian Whyte (Aug 2025) for Commonwealth title. - Ranked WBA #1 contender; next fight vs. Derek Chisora (Dec 13, 2025). | Explosive power puncher with Tyson-like aggression and speed; 85% KO rate. Balances family roots with UK polish. He is a tad small by today's standards. UK backed. | 13-0 (11 KOs) |
| Jakhongir Zokirov | 22 | Uzbekistani | Amateur (Elite/U22 level; 1 pro fight) | - 2021 AIBA Youth World gold (+91kg).- Multiple ASBC Asian U22/Youth golds (2022, 2023, 2025). - Uzbekistan Elite National champion (2022). - Best U22 Male Boxer at 2025 World amteur Championships. - | A huge man 6'8" 83 "+ plus reach. Technical southpaw with heavy very hands and ring IQ. Has shown a top chin when he's hit. Son of 1990s Uzbek pro Lazizbek Zokirov. Family dynasty (sister Aziza on national team). Expected pro debut soon. | 1-0 1 KO |
| Aleksei Dronov | ~23 (born ~2002) | Russian (training in US) | Professional (recently turned pro) | - 2018 Youth Olympic gold (super heavyweight). - 2018 Youth World & European Youth golds. - Pro wins: 1st-round KO over Phoenix Erwin (2024); TKO over Lemir Isom-Riley (Sept 2024). - IBA-ranked; competes in Team Combat League. | Athletic finisher with knockout power; transitioning from amateur dominance to pro scene. A 6'5" Russian tank with a polished inside game. His father was a decent amatuer. Faces some scrutiny over Russian military ties amid Ukraine conflict. | 8-0 6 KOs/TKOs) |
| David Suvor | ~22 (born ~2003) | Russian | Amateur (top youth prospect) | - Emerging super heavyweight talent dominant in Russian youth circuits. Potential 2026 Olympic qualifier path. - Strong showings in Russian national youth tournaments. The best natural since -- Ali he has excellent mobiltiy and fast hands. Gifted he can land a blow and either doge, or use his footwork to get out of range after he lands. He ability is so good he is very hard to counter.. |
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