Lausanne, Switzerland — The International Boxing Association (IBA) has officially announced its continued partnership with the Global Boxing Series (GBS), as Asia’s premier professional boxing championship returns on April 26 at Nexus Seawoods, Navi Mumbai. 

The highly anticipated event marks another strategic step in IBA’s mission to expand professional boxing across key growth markets, with India emerging as a central pillar in the organization’s global development roadmap.

Organized in collaboration with GBS founder Devraj Das, the event will showcase a dynamic mix of international and domestic talent, providing a global platform for both rising prospects and established fighters. The fight night will be headlined by a bout between the United Kingdom’s Callum Dan and India’s Suresh Pasham, alongside the boxing debut of Muay Thai standout Ashish Sethi against Sanjay Raj. 

The card will also feature a strong lineup of Indian professional and amateur boxers, including a women’s division headlined by Gazal Maria vs Anamika Yadav and Maithreyi vs Shwetha, reflecting IBA’s ongoing commitment to inclusivity and talent development across all levels of the sport. 

Adding further prestige to the event, six-time world champion Mary Kom will attend as Guest of Honour, underlining the significance of the initiative for the Indian boxing ecosystem.

IBA views the Global Boxing Series as a key vehicle for strengthening professional pathways in emerging markets, combining elite-level competition with modern sports entertainment formats.

Chris Roberts OBE, CEO and Secretary General of IBA, commented:

“India represents one of the most exciting frontiers for the global growth of boxing. Through our partnership with Global Boxing Series, we are not only delivering world-class events but also building a sustainable ecosystem where fighters can develop, compete, and thrive professionally. This initiative reflects IBA’s long-term vision to expand the sport’s global footprint while creating new opportunities for the next generation of athletes.”

With growing international participation and increasing production standards, the Global Boxing Series continues to position itself as a leading platform for professional boxing in Asia. The upcoming event in Navi Mumbai is expected to further elevate the sport’s profile in the region while reinforcing IBA’s role as a driving force behind boxing’s global evolution.

Devraj Das, founder and owner of Global Boxing Series, added:

“We are excited to bring the Global Boxing Series back to my hometown Navi Mumbai after our previous Bangkok tour, which featured over 14 participating countries. Our vision has always been to create a world-class platform for Indian boxers while delivering an unmatched experience for fans. This edition promises to be bigger, better and more intense than ever before.