Malik Scott’s Top-5 Pound-for-Pound Boxers

Malik Scott, trainer of former heavyweight world champion Deontay Wilder, revealed his list of the top five pound-for-pound boxers in the world right now in an interview with Ready to Fight.

Oleksandr Usyk

"Usyk transitioned from cruiserweight as an undisputed champion to become the undisputed heavyweight champion. He possesses several key attributes: underrated power, exceptional boxing skills, and an incredible boxing IQ. He relied on more than just power to achieve undisputed status in the heavyweight division."

Terence Crawford

"A high boxing IQ and skills that I’ve never seen up close before. Crawford is a true technician in the ring."

Gervonta Davis

"He scores knockouts because of his skills. He hits so hard that people forget how high a level of skill is required to produce knockouts like that. He’s precise in the ring, intelligently changes angles, and has incredible punching technique."

Zurdo Ramirez

"He’s moved up from super middleweight to cruiserweight, winning titles along the way. In cruiserweight, he’s unified the championship belts."

Canelo Alvarez

"He has the best high guard in the history of the sport. His confidence in his style is unmatched. And his body shots are extremely powerful."

Malik Scott also recently shared his top three fights he’d like to see in 2025.