Isn't the point to be at the pinnacle? I can't believe we are rationalizing the alphabets to subsidize a mid tier boxer's salary. I don't really understand the logic anyway. How does having four world champions help the mid-level fighter's bottom line? Once again if you can't make a living playing a sport then don't and find a real job. I also don't necessarily agree with the premise that the alphabets increase salaries. Currently top 10 fighters are more likely to not fight one another so they can wait for a title shot. If there was only one belt holder and one set of rankings then more top fighters would meet in the ring to move up the rankings for a shot at the title. Champions would more regularly fight the top contender in their division. Fans would consistently get the top fights they want to see and in a timely manner. Better fights, higher frequency which leads to more fans hence more money for the fighters. The alphabets are self serving orgs meant only to fill their own wallets. They don't care about the sport and don't care about the fighter. Maybe the Ring isn't the best option but their rankings and title policies are far more objective than any of the alphabets.