There are still two weeks left of the year, but ESPN journalists have already presented awards for the 2022 season. Boxer of the Year was named Dmitry Bivol (21-0, 11 KOs). The WBA light heavyweight champion defeated Saul Alvarez and Gilberto Ramirez this year.
Boxer of the Year:
Dmitry Bivol
Female Boxer of the Year:
Claressa Shields
Male Fight of the Year:
Lee Wood TKO 12 Michael Conlan
Women's Fight of the Year:
Kathy Taylor SD Amanda Serrano
Prospect of the Year:
Keyshawn Davis
Coach of the year:
Derrick James
Surprise of the year:
Dmitry Bivol UD Saul Alvarez
Knockout of the Year:
Lee Wood TKO 12 Michael Conlan