A pulsating day of action at the IBA 2025 World Boxing Championships delivered world-class performances across all weight divisions, with favourites showing their pedigree, rising stars making bold statements, and several nations securing crucial spots in the medal rounds.

Mutsolgov Too Strong for Scotland’s Perrie

Russia’s Ismail Mutsolgov, the number two seed at 75kg, produced a commanding display to eliminate Scotland’s Alan Perrie by unanimous 5-0 decision. Mutsolgov set the tone early with sharp southpaw body shots, sweeping the first round 10-9. His second-round accuracy earned him a pair of 10-8 scores, and despite Perrie’s grit, experience prevailed as the Scot took a standing count in the third.

Azerbaijan’s Mamedov Edges Past Melikuziev

The Ring B session opened with a close 48kg contest where Azerbaijan’s Subhan Mamedov outpointed Uzbekistan’s Shodierzhon Melikuziev 4-1. Melikuziev stormed the second round to keep himself alive, but Mamedov’s height, sharp counters, and composure saw him home.

Bibossinov, Ubaidov, Alakhverdovi, Thapa and More Advance

Saken Bibossinov (Kazakhstan) overcame Zambia’s Mwengo Mwale 5-0 at 54kg with cleaner, more efficient punching.

Akmal Ubaidov (Tajikistan) delivered a standout performance to shut out Kazakhstan’s Serik Temirzhanov 5-0.

Sakhil Alakhverdovi (Georgia) beat Armenia’s Baregam Harutyunyan 5-2 at 48kg.

Chandra Bahadur Thapa (Nepal) impressed in a 5-0 win over Iran’s Mehdi Kazemi.

Russian talents Vsevolod Shumkov (60kg) and Evgenii Kool (67kg) registered dominant unanimous victories.

Veteran Armenian star Hovhannes Bachkov looked sharp in a 5-0 sweep of Belarus’ Vadim Vauchok, while Mali’s Djibril Traore and Armenia’s Rafael Hovhannisyan also moved forward with convincing wins.

Heavyweights and Super-Heavyweights Deliver Power and Precision

Azerbaijan’s Mukhammed Abdullaev and Russia’s David Surov recorded comfortable 5-0 wins in the +92kg division. Belarus’ Alisakei Alfiorau shut out Congo’s Peter Pita Kabeiji, while Mali, Armenia and Moldova all picked up important wins in the heavier categories.

Zhussupov’s Veteran Class on Display

Kazakhstan’s 37-year-old Temirtas Zhussupov schooled Nepal’s younger opponent Lal Prasad Upreti in a clean 5-0 victory at 48kg. His trademark laser right hand controlled the bout from start to finish.

Uzbekistan Continue Their Winning Surge

Asylbek Zhalilov (UZB) outpointed Artur Nagapetyan (SRB) 4-1 in a tactical contest.

Abdumalek Khalokov (UZB) dominated Mahammadali Ashiraliyev (AZE) 5-0 at 60kg, punctuating his win with a celebratory backflip.

In a thrilling 67kg duel between regional rivals, Asadkhuja Muydinkhujaev (UZB) edged Kazakhstan’s Sanatili Toltayev by a close split decision.

Super-heavyweight Uzbek Arman Makhanov survived a late knockdown scare from Cuba’s Fernando Arzola to secure a 5-0 win.

Akkalakov Stops Kapuler-Ishchenko Early

Kazakhstan’s Sabyrzhan Akkalakov scored a first-round stoppage over Israel’s Miroslav Kapuler-Ishchenko, whose pre-existing facial damage worsened quickly, forcing the referee and doctor to intervene.

Cuban and Armenian Stars Advance

Armenia’s Davit Chaloyan breezed to a 5-0 win over Nurlan Saparbay (KAZ), while two-time Olympic gold medallist Arlen Lopez (CUB) won a razor-close 4-3 bout review against Tajikistan’s Nekruz Salimov at 80kg.

Cuba’s promising Salfran Mejias Giovis saw his momentum halted by Armenia’s Rudolf Garboyan, who claimed a smart 5-0 victory.

High-Level Contests Highlight Evening Session

Kazakhstan’s Orazbek Assylkulov produced a 30-27 clean sweep against Spain’s Carlos Bernad Martinez, combining speed and psychological control.

The 92kg blockbuster between Uzbekistan’s Turabek Khabibullaev and Cuba’s legendary Julio Cesar La Cruz lived up to expectations. Khabibullaev’s disciplined body work secured a 4-1 win, despite La Cruz’s spirited third-round rally.

Russia’s Sergei Koldenkov neutralised Mozambique’s Tiago Muxanga, punctuating his 5-0 victory with a final-round knockdown.

More Results Across Divisions

Javokhir Ummataliev (UZB) defeated Serbia’s Agejev Artjom 5-0.

Andrey Peglivanian (RUS) beat Armando Sigauque (MOZ) 5-0.

Zambia’s Emmanuel Katema forced a first-round stoppage at 63.5kg against Pavel Fedorov (SRB).

Omar Livaza (KGZ) outboxed Azerbaijan’s Mahsud Khasmetov 4-1.

Turkmenistan’s Nurmukhammedov Bayramdurdy edged Spain’s Frank Bernad Martinez 4-1.

Azerbaijan’s accomplished Alfonso Dominguez outclassed Moldova’s Andrei Zaplitni 5-0.

Zambia’s Chinyemba Continues to Impress

Two-time Olympian Patrick Chinyemba showcased slick counterpunching to beat Kazakhstan’s Daniyal Sabit 5-2, cementing his status as one of the tournament’s most exciting fighters.

Further Progress for Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Russia

Kazakhstan’s Yertugan Zeinulinov eliminated Israeli boxer Ahmad Shtiwi 5-0.

Uzbekistan’s Khujanazar Nortojiev clinched a 4-1 win over Armenia’s Zhirayr Sargsyan, securing at least $75,000 in prize money.

Reflex specialist Ablaikhan Zhussupov (KAZ) coasted to a 5-0 victory over Azerbaijan’s Sarkhan Aliyev.

Russia continued its run of excellent results, with wins for Bair Batlaev, Ilia Popov, Dzambulát Bizhamov, and two-time world champion Muslim Gadzhimagomedov, who outworked Greece’s Vagkan Nanitzanian at 92kg.

Final Highlights of the Evening Program

Armenia’s Artush Hovhannisyan fell short against Spain’s Gafurova Jalidov at 80kg, while heavyweight Enmanuel Reyes Pla (ESP) took a 5-2 win over Narek Manasyan (ARM).
Kyrgyzstan’s Ikhtiar Nishonov advanced after a tense 4-3 bout review victory, and Russia’s Edmond Khudoyan stopped Australia’s Kobe Hunt in round two after three standing counts.

A Day of Skill, Drama and Championship Intent

The IBA 2025 World Championships continue to deliver elite-level drama, national pride, and relentless action. As the tournament heads deeper into the medal stages, expectations are rising—and the world’s best are rising with them.