ASTANA, KAZAKHSTAN (March 14th, 2025) — Get ready for a night to remember as heavyweight powerhouse Bakhodir Jalolov joins the ‘Battle of the Brave’ lineup. On Saturday, April 5, Kazakhstan’s Barys Arena in Astana will host this thrilling event, and tickets are flying off the shelves at Nomad-Promotions.com, with prices starting at 20,000 Tenge and capping at 255,000 Tenge.
Bakhodir Jalolov, Uzbekistan’s pride and two-time Olympic gold medalist, enters the ring with a spotless record of 14 wins, all by knockout, set to take on a yet-to-be-announced opponent in a heated 10-round showdown.
Headlining the night is the undefeated Janibek Alimkhanuly, boasting a 16-0 record with 11 knockouts. The IBF & WBO middleweight world champ will defend his titles on his home turf for the first time ever, squaring off against the also unbeaten Anauel Ngamissengue, who stands at 14-0 with nine KOs. This evening, brought to life by Nomad Promotions in collaboration with Top Rank, is a game-changer for boxing in Kazakhstan.
Jalolov shared his excitement, stating, “It’s been a long time coming, and I can’t wait to step into the ring in Astana. My goal hasn’t changed—I want to make a big impression and keep moving up the rankings. This fight is crucial for me, and I’m training intensely to deliver a knockout for the fans.”
Nomad Promotions’ Founder, Rustam Kuanshaliyev, commented, “Our event is stacked with talent, and Jalolov is certainly among the brightest stars. Fans can hardly contain their excitement to see him in action. Jalolov enjoys immense popularity not just in Uzbekistan but across the region. We’re thrilled to welcome him and his fans to Astana.”
Bob Arum, Chairman of Top Rank, added, “Jalolov joining us makes this spectacle in Astana even more special. He’s destined to be a heavyweight champion, and I’m sure he’ll deliver an unforgettable performance.”
In the co-main event, Sultan Zaurbek, with an impeccable 19-0 (13 KOs), will lock horns with South African challenger Azinga Fuzile, who carries an 18-2 (12 KOs) record. This fight’s stakes are high as they clash for the IBF Intercontinental and WBA Continental junior lightweight titles. Aspiring world champion Zaurbek aims to make a significant impact in front of his home supporters.
Also on the card, we’ve got Batyrzhan Jukembayev, a formidable Kazakh contender sporting a 23-1 (17 KOs) record, battling Kane Gardner, who comes in at 17-4 (7 KOs), for the WBA Continental junior welterweight title.
Fans can also catch former world title contender Otabek Kholmatov (12-1, 11 KOs) as he makes a much-anticipated return against the unpredictable Filipino fighter Jason Canoy Manigos (30-12-2, 20 KOs) in an eight-round featherweight bout.
Finally, Kazakh knockout sensation Balaussa Muzdiman looks to maintain her undefeated streak at 6-0 (5 KOs) as she takes on Rosalinda Rodriguez, an up-and-comer from America, who is 14-0 (3 KOs), in an eight-round bantamweight clash.
This unprecedented event set in Kazakhstan promises to showcase not only national pride but also global boxing excellence. With Nomad Promotions at the helm, they’re ensuring Kazakh talent can shine brightly before their fans, right in their homeland.
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