Hutchinson Rises In Light Heavyweight Rankings After Big WinHutchinson Rises In Light Heavyweight Rankings After Big Win
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Hutchinson Rises In Light Heavyweight Rankings After Big Win

James Wright
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Willy Hutchinson has moved into the top five at heavyweight/" class="internal-link text-bone underline decoration-ash/30 hover:decoration-gold underline-offset-2">light heavyweight in ESPN's latest divisional rankings following a significant victory.

The Scottish contender's climb reflects his growing status at 175 pounds, where he now sits among the division's elite. ESPN credited Hutchinson's recent performance as the catalyst for his upward movement in the rankings.

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  • ESPN Boxing — Boxing divisional rankings: Hutchinson rises, Billam-Smith falls
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