British boxing authorities evaluate new light cruiserweight division
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 7:13 PM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
The British Boxing Board of Control is considering a new men's light cruiserweight division with an 185-pound weight limit. This division would fill a notable gap between the current 175-pound light heavyweight and 200-pound cruiserweight classes. The proposal aims to enhance health and safety standards, as the 25-pound gap is the largest among boxing divisions. Feedback from licensed boxers is currently being solicited. This discussion follows the WBC's bridgerweight division, which has attracted minimal participation and interest, leading to the discontinuation of the WBA's 'super cruiserweight' class earlier this year.
- •Proposed weight limit is 185 pounds for the light cruiserweight division.
- •Current gap between light heavyweight and cruiserweight classes is 25 pounds.
- •BBBofC seeks input from licensed boxers on the proposal.
- •WBC's bridgerweight class has struggled for relevance and participation.
- •WBA recently discontinued its super cruiserweight division.
- 7:13 PMYahoo Sports — British boxing authorities considering introduction of new weight class
"The proposed new division, men’s light cruiserweight, would carry an 185-pound weight limit, bridging the largest gap between weight classes in the sport.
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