Updated 25 May 2025, 09:00 BST
Who are the best British heavyweight boxing prospects in 2025? Britain’s next generation is led by Moses Itauma, Fabio Wardley, Frazer Clarke, Johnny Fisher, David Adeleye, Solomon Dacres and Delicious Orie – fighters combining unbeaten streaks, knockout power and soaring rankings to headline the list of top boxing prospects in the UK this year.
Why 2025 matters for rising UK boxing stars
With Tyson Fury insisting he is retired and Anthony Joshua recovering from elbow surgery and being within his last couple years of fighting at his best. The British heavyweight scene is wide open and will need a new champion. Promoters are fast-tracking fresh talent into televised slots and the British boxing rankings are already reflecting the shift toward new names at national and world level.
Best British Heavyweight Boxing Prospects:
1. Moses Itauma –
Still only 20, Itauma extended his perfect record to 12-0 (10 KOs) by flattening Mike Balogun in two rounds on 24 May in Glasgow. The WBO now lists him at No. 1, positioning the southpaw for a mandatory shot after Joseph Parker. He also has the most potential out of everyone on this list, due to his southpaw stance, his speed, power and age.
2. Fabio Wardley –
Wardley vacated the British title in March after being named WBA mandatory and meets Justis Huni for the interim belt on 7 June. His blend of athleticism and 17 stoppages in 18 wins makes him one of the strongest British heavyweights outside the championship circle. However, he hasn’t fought anyone inside the top 10 rankings, his notable opponents are both frazer clarke and David Adeleye, also on this list.
3. Frazer Clarke –
The 2020 Olympic bronze medallist crushed Ebenezer Tetteh inside one round last month to move to 9-1 (7 KOs). Clarke remains a fixture in any British champions list conversation thanks to his amateur résumé and improving professional resume. He is currently recovering from a brutal 1st round knock-out from Fabio Wardley.
4. Johnny Fisher –
Fisher’s fan base sells arenas and his 13-1 (11 KOs) slate shows genuine punching menace. Once his regulatory suspension ends in June, expect talk of a showdown with fellow Londoner David Adeleye. Fisher is already 26 and struggled with a 33 yr old Dave Allen. This will put a slow down on his plans and will need to work on his speed and fight IQ to become one of Britain’s best.
5. David Adeleye –
Adeleye, 24, rebounded from his 2023 loss to Wardley with two confident wins and has called out Dave Allen and Nathan Gorman. A summer domestic clash could propel him back into the top boxing prospects UK debate.
6. Solomon Dacres –
Dacres dropped the English title to Adeleye in December yet still owns a 9-1 record and valuable rounds against rugged opposition. A return to form could revive earlier whispers about a meeting with Wardley down the line. He is already 31 and doesn’t have another fight lined up after his first round loss to Adeleye in December.
7. Delicious Orie –
Paris 2024 Olympian Orie signed with Frank Warren in February and won his pro debut against Milos Veletic, however this did go all the way to points, so maybe he lacks the power needed to be one of the best? At 6 ft 6 in with elite amateur pedigree, he is a long-term threat in heavyweight boxing history discussions, he is also 27, meaning he has the age and experience, so expect to see him fly through the ranks in the next 5 years if he has what it takes.
Where these prospects fit in the British boxing rankings
- National level: Itauma is set for a belt; Fisher and Clarke are closing on British title shots.
- Continental stage: Wardley and Adeleye own WBO and WBA regional straps.
- World picture: Wardley is ranked in the top ten by three sanctioning bodies, while Itauma enters the WBO top one position.
The influx of young power hitters ensures the United Kingdom will remain central to heavyweight boxing history for years to come as they always have.
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