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Who threw the hardest punch in boxing?

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Rachel Newton

Updated on May 16, 2026

Who threw the hardest punch in boxing?

In 2017, Francis Ngannou paid a visit to UFC Performance Institute where he created the world record for the hardest punch ever measured. The Cameroon-born fighter recorded a punch of 129,161 units, which surpassed the previous record held by kickboxer Tyrone Spong.

What was the worst knockout in boxing history?

13. Buster Douglas vs. Mike Tyson. One of the biggest upsets in boxing history took place at the Tokyo Dome in Tokyo, Japan on Febuary 11, 1990, when Buster Douglas—a 42-1 underdog—knocked out the previously unbeaten ( 37-0, 33 KO’s) “Iron” Mike Tyson in the 10th round of the heavyweight championship fight.

What is the best knockout in boxing?

These are the 10 most incredible knockouts in boxing history.

  • Juan Manuel Marquez KO 6 Manny Pacquiao.
  • George Foreman KO 10 Michael Moorer.
  • Antonio Taver KO 2 Roy Jones Jr.
  • Sergio Martinez KO 2 Paul Williams.
  • Julian Jackson KO 4 Herol Graham.
  • Thomas Hearns KO 2 Roberto Duran.
  • Samuel Peter KO 2 Jeremy Williams.

Who has the highest KO percentage in boxing?

10: Highest knockout ratios

  • Edwin Valero: 100 percent (24 fights-24 KOs)
  • Marcos Maidana: 92 percent (26-24)
  • Vitali Klitschko: 92 percent (38-35)
  • Juan Manuel Lopez: 92 percent (24-22)
  • Roman Gonzalez: 91 percent (22-20)
  • Breidis Prescott 90 percent (20-18)
  • James Kirkland: 88 percent (24-21)
  • Kelly Pavlik: 86 percent (35-30)

Who is the current hardest puncher?

Here are the 10 hardest hitters in boxing today.

  • Randall Bailey. 8 of 10.
  • Wladimir Klitschko. 7 of 10.
  • Adonis Stevenson. 6 of 10.
  • Roman Gonzalez. 5 of 10.
  • Deontay Wilder. 4 of 10.
  • Keith Thurman. 3 of 10. Thurman has a tremendous right hand.
  • Artur Beterbiev. 2 of 10. Beterbiev is legit.
  • Andy Lee. 1 of 10. Lee’s right hook is special.

Who hit Ali the hardest?

Earnie Shavers is the man Ali has called the strongest puncher he ever faced. Ali beat him by unanimous decision, with the judges scoring 9-6 twice and 9-5 once.

Who has the most KO?

Top 10 boxers by most KOs

  • Billy Bird (138)
  • Archie Moore (132)
  • Young Stribling (129)
  • Sam Langford (128)
  • Buck Smith (120)
  • Kid Azteca (114)
  • George Odwell (111)
  • Sugar Ray Robinson, Alabama Kid (108)

Who has the most wins by KO?

Most knockouts (Billy Bird) Billy Bird holds the record for the most knockouts with a whopping 138 wins by KO. He fought 356 times in his career, something unheard of nowadays.

What was Mike Tyson’s knockout percentage?

around 78%
As ESPN reports, Tyson had a 50-6 record with 44 knockouts, giving him a knockout percentage of around 78%.

What is Deontay Wilder’s KO percentage?

Wilder is known for his exceptional punching power, having knocked out every opponent he has defeated. His knockout-to-win percentage stands at 97.61% (69.23% in world heavyweight title fights, the fifth-highest in heavyweight history), with 20 knockouts in the first round.

Who has more punch power?

The current record for punching power, 129,161 units, is held by MMA fighter Francis Ngannou, who is also the reigning Heavyweight Champion in UFC.

Is Wilder the hardest puncher?

Deontay Wilder is once again at the top of the boxing tree when it comes to harboring the most brutal punch in the sport’s history. “The Bronze Bomber” is always mentioned in the shake-up, alongside the likes of Mike Tyson and George Foreman.