Previous two-time heavyweight titleholder Anthony Joshua has been nominated for the ‘Boxer of the Year’ accolade at the first-ever British Boxing Awards scheduled for March 28, 2025, according to PUNCH Sports Extra. Joshua commenced 2024 with a spectacular win over Francis Ngannou but faced an unexpected loss to Daniel Dubois in September. He shares the […]
Previous two-time heavyweight titleholder Anthony Joshua has been nominated for the ‘Boxer of the Year’ accolade at the first-ever British Boxing Awards scheduled for March 28, 2025, according to PUNCH Sports Extra.
Joshua commenced 2024 with a spectacular win over Francis Ngannou but faced an unexpected loss to Daniel Dubois in September. He shares the distinguished shortlist with another British heavyweight, Tyson Fury.
The impressive nominees also feature Josh Kelly, Lawrence Okolie, Joshua Buatsi, Chris Billam-Smith, Dennis McCann, Fabio Wardley, Nick Ball, and Dubois.
In the women’s category, Ireland’s Katie Taylor, recently acclaimed for her thrilling defense of the undisputed super-lightweight title against Amanda Serrano in November, leads the nominations alongside Savannah Marshall.
Other female nominees include Natasha Jonas, Charley Davison, Lauren Price, Terri Harper, Sandy Ryan, Caroline Dubois, and Ellie Scotney.
The awards event, backed by Applied Nutrition, will celebrate excellence in various categories, such as Business of the Year, Boxing Journalist/Pundit of the Year, Out of the Ring Award, and Coach/Trainer of the Year.
Boxing icons Ricky Hatton and Nicola Adams will co-host the evening, which will also present the Outstanding Contribution to the Sport of Boxing award. Notable nominees in this category include promoter Eddie Hearn and Turki Alalshikh, the chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority.
“This is an amazing shortlist. The British Boxing Awards will highlight the individuals and organizations that are vital to the remarkable growth of the sport,” remarked Adams.
Hatton stated, “This represents a significant moment for UK boxing, showcasing the extraordinary talent and dedication that propel the sport forward. It promises to be a fantastic event.”
The ceremony signifies the inaugural occasion that the boxing industry will be honored at a single prominent event, celebrating achievements both within and outside the ring.
