International Boxing Organization

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International Boxing Organization
File:Logo of IBO.jpg
Abbreviation IBO
Formation 1988; 37 years ago (1988)
Type Private
Purpose Boxing sanctioning organization
Headquarters Coral Gables, Florida, U.S.
Region served
 Worldwide
President
 Ed Levine
Main organ
 Board of Directors
Website iboboxing.com

The International Boxing Organization (IBO) is a US based corporation that sanctions professional boxing matches and awards world and regional championships.[1][2]

It is an independent organization not recognized by the "big four" governing bodies (WBA, WBC, IBF and WBO), who only recognize each other in their rankings and title unification rules. Despite this, as of 2023, IBO titles have been unified with titles of the other bodies in several weight divisions.[2] The WBC website highlights the importance of title recognition and the implications of multiple governing bodies in boxing. While the IBO operates independently, its titles being unified with the WBA, IBF, and WBO in certain divisions demonstrates how these organizations work together despite initial rivalries.[3] Template:Shallow reference inline

History

The IBO was founded in 1988 and incorporated in Illinois in 1992 by John W. Daddono. The organization was later moved to Florida in 1997 and incorporated in Florida at that time. Ed Levine, who continues to serve as the organization's President became a partner and President of the IBO at that time.

The organization implemented a computerized system 'The Independent World Boxing Rankings' in the late 1990s that removed subjective elements from the ratings in an effort to bring more credibility to the sport. From 2014 the organization now employs Boxrec, the independent boxing records keeper and computerized rankings website to produce IBO's rankings.[4]

The IBO permits only one world champion per weight division.[5] "We have never had more than one champion per weight division nor will we", according to its president Ed Levine.[6]

In addition to world champions, IBO recognizes regional champions, including the Inter-Continental champion.[5] If an IBO Inter-Continental champion successfully defends his title three times, he may receive a mandatory opportunity for the world title.[7]

Characteristics

Championship format

One of the biggest differences between organizations is the IBO's policy to recognize only one world champion in each weight division. In contrast, other organizations like the WBA have been criticized for having multiple championship titles in the same division, confusing fans and fighters alike. For example, the WBA often has "super" champions and regular champions, which muddies the waters of title recognition.[8]

Regional titles

The IBO recognizes regional champions, including the Inter-Continental champion, and provides a clear pathway for these fighters to challenge for the world title after successful defenses.

Credibility and transparency

IBO claims their use of technology in rankings improves transparency and credibility in boxing.[9] The other sanctioning bodies, such as the WBC and WBA, have long and storied histories, but both have come under fire for some of their rankings, which many argue are more reflective of promoters' and political influences than fighters' actual abilities. [10]

Notable past IBO champions

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Current IBO world title holders

As of October 19, 2024

Male

Weight class: Champion: Reign began: Days
Minimumweight Katsunari Takayama 18 December 2024 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Light flyweight Mpumelelo Tshabalala September 14, 2024 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Flyweight Ricardo Malajika March 1, 2025 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Super flyweight Ricardo Malajika September 2, 2023 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Bantamweight vacant
Super bantamweight Shabaz Masoud November 2, 2024 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Featherweight Dayan Gonzalez December 6, 2024 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Super featherweight Anthony Cacace September 24, 2022 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Lightweight vacant
Super lightweight Adam Azim February 2, 2025 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Welterweight Tulani Mbenge October 19, 2024 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Super welterweight Uisma Lima December 12, 2024 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Middleweight Chris Eubank Jr October 12, 2024 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Super middleweight Osleys Iglesias December 9, 2022 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Light heavyweight Dmitry Bivol February 23, 2025 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Cruiserweight Yves Ngabu September 9, 2023 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Heavyweight Oleksandr Usyk September 25, 2021 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).

Female

Weight class: Champion: Reign began: Days
Minimumweight Sarah Bormann May 21, 2022 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Light flyweight Nina Radovanović March 23, 2024 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Flyweight Marie Connan April 27, 2024 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Super flyweight Angelica Lukas 5 October 2024 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Bantamweight Amanda Galle December 10, 2023 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Super bantamweight Ellie Scotney January 25, 2025 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Featherweight Amanda Serrano March 25, 2021 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Super featherweight Alycia Baumgardner November 13, 2021 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Lightweight Caroline Dubois September 30, 2023 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Super lightweight Katie Taylor May 20, 2023 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Welterweight Lauren Price May 11, 2024 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Super welterweight Oshae Jones November 22, 2024 Lua error in Module:Age at line 846: attempt to call method 'subtract' (a nil value).
Middleweight vacant
Super middleweight vacant
Light heavyweight vacant
Cruiserweight vacant
Heavyweight vacant

See also

References

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External links

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