Top 10 richest boxers in the world

• Boxing is not just about knockouts and championships – it’s also one of the most lucrative sports to venture in
• Legends of the ring such as Floyd Mayweatheer, Mike Tyson, Manny Pacquiao and Anthony Joshua have made fortunes that make them rank among the wealthiest athletes
• Floyd Mayweather Jr. tops the list of the richest boxers in the world

Who are the top 10 richest boxers in the world? Boxing is not just about knockouts and championships – it’s also one of the most lucrative sports to venture in. Legends of the ring such as Floyd Mayweatheer Jr., Mike Tyson, Manny Pacquiao and Anthony Joshua have made fortunes that make them rank among the wealthiest athletes.

Besides the prize money they earn after every fight, these boxers have also managed to make millions through endorsements and their own business ventures. Here, we take a look at the boxers who have built multi-million dollar empires.

10. Vitali Klitschko – $80 Million

Ranking 10th on the list of richest boxers is the legendary Ukrainian boxer Vitali Klitschko. Klitschko had a long boxing career spanning from 1996 to 2013, during which he held several belts in the respected heavyweight division.

The 54-year-old fully ventured into politics after his retirement and is the current mayor of Kyiv. According to the website Wealthy Gorilla, Klitscho has an estimated net worth of $80 million.

9. Anthony Joshua – $80 Million

Anthony Joshua is one of the few active fighters on the list of richest boxers in the world. The Briton, who has roots in Nigeria, began his career in 2007 and since recorded major victories and fought with the best fighters of his generation.

Joshua was at one point the highest-paid boxer and made $96 million within three years (from 2018 to 2020). His net worth is currently estimated to be $80 million.

8. Wladimir Klitschko – $90 Million

Wladimir Klitschko is the younger brother of Vitali Klitschko. Wladimir first competed at the Olympics and then made then switched to professional boxing where he made headlines in the heavyweight division, winning several titles. He ended his career in 2017 and has an estimated net worth of $90 million.

7.  Sugar Ray Leonard – $120 Million

Sugar Ray Leonard is often ranked among the greatest boxers of all time. The American legend had a career spanning more than two decades and won multiple titles across various weight divisions.

Leonard, who is also recognized for his roles in movies, has a spot in the Boxing Hall of Fame. He was the first boxer to earn $100 million and currently has a net worth of $120 million.

6. Lennox Lewis – $140 Million

Lennox Lewis is best remembered for his performances in the ring against the top names in boxing such as Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield. Lewis retired from the sport in 2003 after defeating Vitali Klitschko and has since been living life with a big spoon considering his massive net worth of $140 million.

5. Saul Canelo Alvarez – $180 Million

Next on the list of the richest boxers in the world is Saul Alvarez. Also known as Canelo, the Mexican is undoubtedly one of the best boxers of his generation. He has held several world championships in four different weight classes, including unified titles in three classes.

The 35-year-old is expected to return to the ring tonight when he faces Terence Crawford in another title match. According to credible sources on the web, Saul Alvarez has a net worth of $180 million.

4. Oscar De La Hoya – $200 Million

Oscar De La Hoya has the nickname ‘The Golden Boy’ for his string of victories during his days in the ring. The American fought for seventeen years and won eleven world titles across six divisions. He was also the lineal championship in three weight classes.

Following his retirement from boxing, De La Hoya turned into promotion and is one of the most recognized boxing promoters.

3. Manny Pacquiao – 200 Million

Manny Pacquiao, the only boxer to achieve the level of eight-division world champion, is widely regarded as one of the greatest boxers of all time. The Filipino had a significant following at the peak of his career and his pay-per-view bouts revenue adds up to over $1 billion. He is one of the richest boxers with a net worth of $200 million.

Outside boxing, Pacquiao is a politician, singer and actor. He vied to be the President of Philippines in 2021 but lost to Bongbong Marcos.

2. George Foreman – $300 Million

The legendary George Foreman is one of the true icons of boxing. The American great, who passed away earlier this year, boasts winning an Olympic gold medal and the World Heavyweight Boxing Champion on two occasions.He left behind a fortune worth $300 million.

1. Floyd Mayweather Jr. – $450 Million

Floyd Mayweather Jr. tops the list of the richest boxers in the world. The American competed between 1997 and 2017, and retired with an undefeated record. He held a total of 15 major world championships across various weight classes, including the super featherweight and light middleweight.

Mayweather has an estimated net worth of $450 million. The 48-year-old earned $300 million from his fight with mixed martial arts star Connor McGregor in 2017.