Ranking of the Most Powerful Arm Wrestlers Globally in 2025
Top Arm Wrestlers Shine in 2025
In the dynamic world of arm wrestling, 2025 has been a year of exhilarating competition and impressive performances. Here's a roundup of some of the top contenders and their achievements.
Levan Saginashvili, the "Georgian Hulk," reigns supreme
Known for his formidable strength and determination, Levan Saginashvili, affectionately called the "Georgian Hulk," has maintained his position as the world champion. His latest victory came at East vs. West 18, where he defeated Ermes Gasparini.
Georgian powerhouses challenge the status quo
Joining Saginashvili is Genadi Kvikvinia, another Georgian arm wrestler renowned for his powerful right arm and unique hook. Vitaly Laletin, another formidable figure, is widely regarded as one of the best heavyweights, particularly with regard to his left arm training.
U.S. rankings show strength in numbers
As of mid-2025, the current rankings and performance of the top arm wrestlers in the United States show that Jonathon Breda, Andrei Sharkevich, and Daniel Price are leading figures. Other notable names include Josh Eleton and Jerome Loud, who make up the top 10 in U.S. rankings.
Canada's Devon Larratt dominates heavyweight categories
Canadian arm wrestler Devon Larratt remains a prominent figure in heavyweight categories. Despite specific rankings for 2025 not being explicitly listed, Larratt has demonstrated exceptional performance in recent years, including convincing victories in prestigious matches like King of the Table in 2021.
Emerging talents rise to the challenge
Newcomers like Harkomal Singh Gill, a rising star from India, have shown remarkable strength and consistency at national levels, winning multiple gold medals and “Champion of Champions” trophies.
Global rankings: a complex puzzle
Precise comprehensive global top 10 rankings for 2025 are fragmented, with regional rankings providing some guidance but no single authoritative global list fully available in the given sources.
Notable mentions
- Kamil Jablonski, a Polish arm wrestler, is one of the top 10 strongest arm wrestlers in the world, having been defeated by Devon Larratt in 2024.
- Alexey Voyevoda, a former world champion and Olympic bobsledder, returned to arm wrestling in 2025 with a much-anticipated showdown against John Brzenk at King of the Table 8.
- Ermes Gasparini, an Italian heavyweight, is a rising star known for his remarkable wrist and hand power.
Legendary figures and upcoming battles
Denis Cyplenkov, also known as "The Hulk," is a legendary figure in arm wrestling known for his enormous hands and forearms. He is expected to return to the East vs. West stage in 2025 after a delay in his competition. Another towering figure, Vitaly Laletin, is renowned for his enormous height and reach, which he uses in his powerful top roll.
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As the world of arm wrestling continues to evolve, these top contenders and emerging talents promise an exciting future for the sport. Stay tuned for more updates!
[1] Source: Various arm wrestling rankings committees, including the Armfighter Rankings Committee and the World Armwrestling Rankings team. [2] Source: East vs West 18 video summary. [3] Source: King of the Table 2021 event coverage. [4] Source: National-level arm wrestling events in India. [5] Source: Various regional arm wrestling rankings.
- In the world of sports, the dominance of heavyweight arm wrestlers, such as Devon Larratt from Canada and Levan Saginashvili, affectionately known as the "Georgian Hulk," continues to shape the dynamic landscape of arm wrestling.
- Emerging talents, like Harkomal Singh Gill from India, are making a significant impact on the sport of arm wrestling, showcasing their impressive strength and winning multiple gold medals at national levels.
