It’s that time of the year when the boxing ring’s heroes and strategists are put under the spotlight. The WBC has rolled out its prestigious list of nominees for 2023. Categories lighting up the stage include Trainer of the Year, Men’s Fight of the Year, Men’s Fighter of the Year, and Women’s Fighter of the Year.

Imagine trainers who’ve turned sweat into legacy, fights that have echoed beyond the ropes, and boxers whose fists have scripted history. It’s not just about the punches thrown; it’s about the stories they tell. Who are you gonna vote for?

The contenders for ‘Trainer of the Year 2023’

In the realm of boxing, a trainer is often the unsung hero behind a champion’s glory. The WBC recognizes this pivotal role with its Trainer of the Year 2023 nominations. First in the lineup is Ross Enamait, the mastermind behind Katie Taylor’s win against Chantelle Cameron. Then, we have Brian McIntyre, celebrated for honing the skills of the formidable Terence Crawford.

Jose Benavidez Sr. follows, credited with sculpting the career of David Benavidez into a success story and helping him defeat Caleb Plant. Eddy Reynoso, not just a trainer but a strategist, has guided Julio César Martinez and helped Canelo Alvarez return to his best.

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Bobby Benton, the force behind O’Shaquie Foster’s rise, makes a noteworthy entry. Lastly, Shingo Inoue, who has masterfully trained his son Naoya Inoue, completes this esteemed list. Each of these trainers has not only sharpened techniques but also instilled resilience and tactical acumen in their fighters, making them deserving contenders for this prestigious accolade.

Now let’s see who are the nominees for Men’s Fight of the Year 2023

Nominees for ‘Men’s Fight of the Year 2023’

The ring in 2023 witnessed battles that will be etched in boxing history, and the WBC’s Men’s Fight of the Year nominations capture these unforgettable moments. Kicking off the list is the electrifying clash between O’Shaquie Foster and Eduardo Hernandez, a fight that ended in a last-round TKO by Foster. Following closely is the tactical duel between Vasyl Lomachenko and Devin Haney, a matchup that had controversies floating around after Haney was given the win.

The intensity escalates with David Benavidez taking on Demetrius Andrade. A bout that was stopped by Andrade’s corner in the 6th round. Next, Luis Nery versus Azat Hovhannisyan was brutal. After battling for 11 rounds, Nery forced the stoppage on Azat.

The list wouldn’t be complete without mentioning the thrilling encounter of Julio César Martinez against Ronal Batista. A fight that ended with an 11th-round TKO by Martinez. Lastly, the powerful showdown between Artur Beterbiev and Anthony Yarde concludes the nominations, a fight that Artur ended in the 8th round by TKO.

Let’s now look at the nominees for Men’s and Women’s Fighter of the Year.

WBC’s best of 2023 – Men’s and women’s fighter of the year

In the men’s division, Terence Crawford leads the pack, renowned for his win against Errol Spence Jr. Following him is Naoya Inoue, who has broken numerous records this year. David Benavidez also earns his spot by beating Plant and Andrade.

Next, the legendary Canelo Alvarez, who has returned to his best this year. Kenshiro Teraji, with his remarkable agility and precision, joins this elite group. Rounding off the men’s category is Devin Haney.

In the women’s category, the competition is equally fierce. Chantelle Cameron starts the list, having demonstrated her dominance in numerous bouts. She’s followed by the iconic Katie Taylor, who beat Cameron. Dina Thorslund makes her mark as well and stays unbeaten.

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Who among these remarkable talents will rise to claim the ultimate honor in their respective categories? So, who do you think will be crowned as the best in their category for 2023, and why?

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