Welcome to the official Split Decision Bantamweight Boxing Rankings for 2025 – updated monthly with the latest results, movement, and shifts in form.
These rankings are compiled by one of Split Decision’s analysts, using a consistent three-part evaluation model. While we reference recognised standards such as The Ring ratings, our monthly updates focus on recent form, meaningful opposition, and momentum – not promotional hype or title belts.
Bantamweight has a rich tradition of producing technically brilliant fighters who carry power in both hands.
| Rank | Name | Record | Knockouts | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Champion | Vacant | – | – | – |
| 1 | Junto Nakatani | 30-0-0 | 23 | Japan |
| 2 | Ryosuke Nishida | 10-0-0 | 1 | Japan |
| 3 | Seiya Tsutsumi | 12-0-3 | 8 | Japan |
| 4 | Yoshiki Takei | 10-0-0 | 8 | Japan |
| 5 | Takuma Inoue | 20-2-0 | 5 | Japan |
| 6 | Emmanuel Rodriguez | 22-3-0 | 13 | Puerto Rico |
| 7 | Daigo Higa | 21-2-2 | 19 | Japan |
| 8 | Tenshin Nasukawa | 6-0-0 | 2 | Japan |
| 9 | Jason Moloney | 27-4-0 | 19 | Australia |
| 10 | Jeyvier Cintrón | 13-1-0 | 6 | Puerto Rico |
Wins, losses, and draws form the foundation of each fighter’s position. Activity matters — boxers must stay active to remain ranked.
The manner of victory or defeat counts: dominance, ring control, and the quality of the performance are factored in.
We assess recent form and strength of opposition — fighters must beat relevant, ranked opponents to climb the list.