Five Things Boxing Fans Are Hoping for in 2025

2024 has been a memorable year for boxing with dream match-ups such as two historic bouts between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury and the brilliant undisputed clash between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol, and their rematch set for February 22. As fans discuss their hopes for 2025, Shiba Casino remains a popular choice for those looking to combine their love of boxing with gaming excitement. 2025 is just around the corner, and Big Fight Weekend are bringing you five things boxing fans are hoping for in 2025.

Boxing 2025: Five Things Fans Want Next Year

Boxing 2025: Anthony Joshua vs. Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua vs. Tyson Fury has been speculated for many years, but could we finally see this super fight in 2025? If they meet next year, there will be no world titles on the line, but I’m sure we can all picture a sold-out Wembley Stadium for AJ against “The Gypsy King.” Eddie Hearn against his new best friend, Frank Warren and Britain divided by who they are backing.

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There will be plenty of questions for both to answer. They would be coming into the fight after defeats, with Fury falling to Usyk again and Joshua suffering a brutal stoppage defeat against Daniel Dubois. Despite losses for both, it would be a huge spectacle for the boxing world, especially those in the UK.

Boxing 2025: The Next Fight for Canelo Álvarez

One question that always reverberates around the boxing world is: Who is next for Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez? The Mexican legend is now at a stage in his career where titles seem secondary. Canelo seems to have the freedom to face who he deems suitable.

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The Mexican legend has been linked with intriguing fights against David Benavidez and huge fights with pound-for-pound stars such as Terence Crawford. Fans will undoubtedly be locked in whoever Canelo faces next.

Less Interference from Governing Bodies

The next thing boxing fans hope for in 2025 is less interference from the governing bodies. A perfect example of this was following Usyk defeating Fury in their first fight. The pressure from the IBF seemingly forced the Ukrainian to vacate his title, elevating Daniel Dubois to full champion. This decision ensured Usyk-Fury 2 would be a unified and not undisputed fight.

A similar situation involving the IBF saw Canelo vacate after pressure to face his mandatory, the relatively unknown William Scull. It’s not just the IBF that frustrates boxing fans – as other governing bodies have made odd decisions over the years. It’s commendable to make sure fighters are receiving fair and equal opportunities, but boxing fans want to see the biggest fights possible.

What’s Next for Terence Crawford?

Terence “Bud” Crawford continues to be one of the most talked about fighters on the planet and since his historic win over Israil Madrimov, the boxing world has waited to see what is next for the Omaha native. “Bud” has made it clear he wants the Canelo fight as does Turki Alalshikh.

Whether the Canelo fight happens remains to be seen, but whoever Crawford faces next, boxing fans globally will be tuned in to see the pound-for-pound great test himself against the very best.

Boxing 2025: More Riyadh Season Super Cards

Some have criticised it, but it’s impossible to deny that Riyadh Season has transformed boxing and provided fight fans with many bouts they would have only dreamed of. 2025 looks set to continue with these impressive cards, and if the Feb. 22 fight card is a sign of things to come, next year looks set to be a brilliant year.

Aside from the loaded Feb. 22 card, His Excellency has already spoken about another Riyadh Season event in March, and that leaves a lot of room for more stacked events in the coming 12 months.