Boxing in 2025: Continued Saudi Arabian influence, next steps for American stars among biggest storylines

The new year has some lofty expectations after an incredible 2024 saw massive matchups

We're two weeks into 2025 and the boxing world is waiting for the schedule to break from the post-holiday slump.

Things begin to get interesting in February with fights such as David Benavidez vs. David Morrell and the rematch for the undisputed light heavyweight championship between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol. From there, big fights should continue to materialize and take place as boxing tries to top an exciting 2024 with an even bigger 2025.

Let's take a look at five things we're keeping an eye on in the new year.