Eddie Hearn, Tyson Fury, and Anthony Joshua have all been included on the shortlist for the 2025 British Boxing Awards.

With new stars like Daniel Dubois emerging and old favorites like Fury and Joshua being knocked off their pedestals, it’s been an interesting year.

Anthony Joshua (left) and Tyson Fury (right) lead the nominees for 2025 British Boxing Awards

Joshua, commonly known as AJ, defeated competitor Dubois in September after beginning the year with a decisive victory over Francis Ngannou.

Fury will face the Ukrainian again on December 21st, but he has only faced him once so far, losing to Oleksandr Usyk via split decision.

Both British heavyweights are on the shortlist for the ‘Boxer of the Year’ award ahead of the first event, despite their defeats.

In addition to the pair, other nominees include Chris Billam Smith, Josh Kelly, Lawrence Okolie, Joshua Buatsi, Dennis McCann, Fabio Wardley, Nick Ball, and Dubois.

Meanwhile, Eddie Hearn is up for the Outstanding Contribution to the Sport of Boxing award

Numerous prizes are available, including Coach/Trainer of the Year, Business of the Year, Boxing Journalist/Pundit of the Year, and Out of the Ring Award.

In addition, Katie Taylor and Savannah Marshall are the front-runners for the Female Boxer of the Year title.

Natasha Jonas, Charley Davison, Lauren Price, Terri Harper, Sandy Ryan, Caroline Dubois, and Ellie Scotney are all present alongside Taylor and Marshall.

Eddie Hearn and Saudi leader Turki Alalshikh are among the nominees for the Outstanding Contribution to the Sport of Boxing award.

Despite suffering defeat to Daniel Dubois (top), Joshua has been nominated for the award

The first event will take place on Friday, March 28, 2025, at the renowned Langham Hotel.

The best and the best in boxing are expected to attend the British Boxing Awards, which are sponsored by Applied Nutrition and will be presented by boxing legends Ricky Hatton and Nicola Adams.

“This is an incredible shortlist,” Adams stated in reference to the occasion. The British Boxing Awards will highlight the individuals and groups that have contributed to the sport’s extraordinary rise.

“Boxing champions will receive recognition and appreciation for their contributions to the sport, both inside and outside the ring.”

Former British boxers Ricky Hatton and Nicola Adams will be hosting the inaugural event

Hatton, meanwhile, stated: This is a historic occasion for boxing in the United Kingdom, showcasing the extraordinary s𝓀𝒾𝓁𝓁 and diligence that are propelling the sport forward.

The British Boxing Awards shortlist highlights the finest that our sport has to offer, from elite trainers and promoters to individuals truly influencing communities.

It’s a significant accomplishment, and each nominee ought to feel immensely gratified. I can’t wait to see everyone on March 28th; it’s going to be an amazing occasion.

The event intends to be the first time the boxing business is acknowledged as a single flagship event, honoring not just those who have succeeded in and out of the ring but also the organizations that have helped the sport flourish.