The boxing scene in 2023 was absolutely incredible.
It’s hard to put into words just how amazing it was. Fans at the boxing betting sites awaited matchups like Terence Crawford vs. Errol Spence Jr., Gervonta Davis vs. Ryan Garcia, and many others. They were not disappointed when these fights finally took place.
Looking ahead to 2024, the anticipation is even higher, as we have already scheduled bouts like Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk.
This particular fight will determine the first undisputed heavyweight champion in over twenty years since Lennox Lewis achieved that remarkable feat. However, apart from this anticipated heavyweight showdown, 2024 promises to be another huge year for the sport of boxing.
Join me today as we examine five boxing fights you must watch in 2024.
Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk
When: February 17, 2024
Let’s first dive into the world of heavyweight boxing, where Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk are on the verge of impacting the division and the history books.
The upcoming bout scheduled for February 17th in Riyadh is not simply another fight. It’s a moment in the history of heavyweight boxing that’s yet to be written. Fury, the WBC champion, and Usyk, who holds the WBA, WBO, and IBF titles, both have records without a single loss.
This clash goes beyond championship belts; it represents a battle for historical significance and the coveted title of being universally recognized as the undisputed champion.
These two legendary heavyweights have been caught up in a whirlwind while trying to arrange a bout. However, thanks to the help of Saudi Arabia, they were able to come to an agreement.
Even though the fight was pushed back from December to February, the wait will definitely be worthwhile. Winning this bout will solidify their status as the greatest heavyweight of their era and a dominant force in the sport’s history.
Terrence Crawford vs. Errol Spence Jr. II
When: TBC, 2024
The welterweight division is excitedly buzzing as the intense rivalry between Terence Crawford and Errol Spence Jr. heats up again.
Fans were left craving more after their showdown last summer, and now, a highly anticipated rematch is in the works after Spence’s rematch clause has been cashed in.
Errol Spence Jr. exercised the rematch clause for a return bout with Terence Crawford and said afterward he’d like the fight at 154 pounds, but it remains to be seen what weight they meet at.
Contractually, the winner of the first fight picks the weight for the rematch. If… pic.twitter.com/KubUGiCddD
— Mike Coppinger (@MikeCoppinger) September 13, 2023
Spence Jr., known for his skills in the ring, and Crawford, widely regarded as the pound-for-pound king, are set to face off in a fight that could redefine welterweight supremacy. The stakes have never been higher, as the boxing community eagerly awaits this sequel.
Considering Crawford’s victory over The Truth in their clash last July, where Bud emerged triumphant with a ninth-round TKO, it’s expected that facing Spence Jr. but now with a mental advantage would help him deliver back-to-back dominant performances against the fighter from Long Island.
While the rematch between these welterweight greats will draw the attention of boxing enthusiasts far and wide, the winner could face Canelo Alvarez in a super fight that can evolve into the biggest cross-weight battle of 2024.
Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol
When: TBC, 2024
A paramount confrontation in the realm of light heavyweight pugilism is imminent: the unification match between Dmitry Bivol and Artur Beterbiev.
The defending IBF/WBC/WBO champion Beterbiev and the WBA champion Bivol are positioned for a bout that combines technical prowess with ferocious strength. This bout holds significance beyond the sheer unification of titles; it presents an occasion for these combatants to establish their legacies in the esteemed annals of light heavyweight history.
At the time of writing, there isn’t an official date. Still, Bivol committed to the bout back in December, and again, with thanks to Saudi Arabia, one of the most demanded light heavyweight battles in the last decade is currently in the works.
Devin Haney vs. Ryan Garcia
When: TBC, 2024 (Potentially April 20)
Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney are currently competing at super lightweight, and we know what that means.
Despite hints that they would face each other previously, a fight failed to surface. However, after their recent in-ring victories, both fighters have shown a renewed interest in making this bout happen.
Oscar come with a real offer.. or quit wasting my time @RyanGarcia talk to your boy @OscarDeLaHoya
— Devin Haney (@Realdevinhaney) February 2, 2024
The possibility of this fight occurring in 2024 remains uncertain as there are still details to be worked out. Despite some setbacks, Garcia’s promoter, Oscar De La Hoya, is determined to make this anticipated showdown a reality.
We know that Golden Boy Promotions are negotiating with Haney and his team – first reported by FightHype.com – and Garcia (24-1, 20 KOs) has an April 20 DAZN PPV date reserved on his schedule, so here’s hoping.
Vasily Lomachenko vs. George Kambosos Jr.
When: May 11, 2024
It will be an unexpectedly entertaining bout in the summer of 2024 when Vasyl Lomachenko and George Kambosos Jr., both lightweight champions, face off. Fight enthusiasts are in for a treat as both men seek to reclaim the championship gold.
Critics might be surprised by how close the fight will be.
Lomachenkos’s recent performance against Haney seemed like a setback. It could have been his chance to defeat one of the rising stars of the new generation.
While Lomachenko is expected to have an edge over Kambosos Jr., we shouldn’t underestimate the underdog, who has potential and needs to prove himself consistently.
