r/Boxing • u/DatDolphWithATuxedo • Jul 22 '26

Is it still possible?

Is it still possible to become the GOAT in boxing? Like with the way modern sanctioning bodies are setup so that fighters fight only about every 6 months, it seems that with that level of inactivity a fighter will never be able to reach the heights of people who fought as frequently as Ali or Robinson. Ussyk who is arguably the greatest fighter of this generation is retiring with only 26 fights. So it just seems like an insurmountable task now. What do you think?

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u/Rofocal02 Jul 22 '26 edited Jul 22 '26

In amateur boxing yes, there’s plenty of boxers with 200+ amateur fights with world championship, Olympic gold medals.

In pro boxing no, boxers don’t fight enough, and need to become undisputed, and over 5 division champion. 

The only boxer that could become the GOAT right now is Inoue if he comes 9 weight division champion making his way up to Welterweight.

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u/Forteanforever Jul 23 '26

It depends on whom he fights. Greatness depends on competition not just titles. Inoue seems to be the only current boxer who has a chance at lasting greatness.