The IBA will host a major press conference in Istanbul dedicated to the organisation’s key initiatives and the future of global boxing.

Key topics on the agenda will include preparations for the forthcoming Elective Congress and the inaugural IBA President’s Cup. During the event, the IBA will present an official report on its recent activities and outline the strategic vision for the organisation’s development in the coming years.

The press conference will feature IBA President Umar Kremlev and Secretary General and CEO Chris Roberts OBE.

Date: 6 October 2026

Time: 15:00 local time

Location: Çırağan Palace Kempinski, Istanbul, Türkiye

Media representatives are kindly requested to confirm their attendance by sending an accreditation request by email to press@iba.sport.