Five of the most exciting British boxers of 2025 so far

Daniel Dubois will walk out under the arch of Wembley Stadium later this month to face Oleksandr Usyk in a bid to become the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world.

It’s a rematch two years in the making—and one of the most anticipated fights of the year. Dubois enters as the underdog, with bookmakers heavily favouring the Ukrainian maestro. 

But this is heavyweight boxing, and if DDD can upset the Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois 2 odds, it would go down as one of the biggest shocks of the modern era. A British fighter dethroning one of the sport’s greats, in front of a packed Wembley crowd? It would be seismic.

But whether Dubois wins or not, his presence on that stage is a symbol of something bigger: British boxing is thriving.

What’s driving the momentum? For one, British boxing is being led by two of the sport’s most influential promoters—Eddie Hearn and Frank Warren—who continue to guide elite-level talent onto global stages. 

At the same time, the influx of Saudi investment into the sport has transformed the landscape, making major fights more frequent and giving British fighters bigger opportunities and more exposure than ever before.

But Dubois is just one part of a larger story. Across the country, the next generation of British boxers is making serious noise—fighting in big arenas, climbing the rankings, and building fanbases of their own.

Here are five of the most exciting British fighters of 2025 so far—excluding Dubois himself—who are helping lead this new era.

Hamzah Sheeraz

Undefeated and cruising through the middleweight ranks, Hamzah Sheeraz has looked increasingly like Britain’s next world champion in waiting. 

He combines size, slickness and a thudding jab, making him a nightmare stylistic matchup for most in the division. 

Standing 6’3″ with devastating power, Sheeraz brings the kind of size and athleticism that makes middleweights take notice. His 21-0-1 record includes 17 knockouts, showcasing the finishing ability that has made him a fan favourite.

Now world-ranked and eyeing a title shot later this year, Sheeraz has the tools—and temperament—to go all the way.

Chris Eubank Jr.

Brighton’s own Chris Eubank Jr. is having a year to remember. His blockbuster win over Conor Benn this spring was a career-defining night.