For those looking back at the partnership, it is generally viewed through two lenses:
Reviews of recent Top Rank shows on their new platforms have been mixed. While the promotion continues to develop elite talent like Keyshawn Davis and Xander Zayas , the lack of a major linear TV reach has led some critics to call it a "ghost promotion" compared to its peak. Review of the "ESPN Era" Legacy ESPN Top Rank Boxing
While Top Rank is no longer the primary boxing partner, ESPN continues to air select events from other promotions. For instance, Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), led by Jake Paul, signed a multi-year deal in March 2026 to air women's boxing (MVPW) on the network. For those looking back at the partnership, it
It brought world-class fighters like Naoya Inoue , Tyson Fury , and Terence Crawford into millions of homes without a pay-per-view cost. For instance, Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), led by
ESPN utilized its standard sports broadcast polish, including the "State of Boxing" studio shows and expert commentary from figures like Joe Tessitore and Teddy Atlas . Cons (Broadcast Quality Issues):