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Josh Kelly makes his first world title challenge tonight against destructive champion Bahram Murtazaliyev at Newcastle Arena.
The 2016 Olympian moved up to super welterweight in 2022 after a tough loss to David Avanesyan, but has yet to face a world-class opponent in that division. However, he had wins over Troy Williamson and Ishmael Davis on the big stage.
An undeniable improvement is Russia’s Murtazaliyev, best known to boxing fans for his three-round victory over Tim Zizou in his last fight in October 2024. Could a long break, coupled with Kelly’s slick style and home-field advantage, spell trouble for the champion? or will Murtazhaliev’s steely composure and raw power See him remaining undefeated and firmly holding the IBF belt?
After the preliminaries, heavyweight star Leo Atang will be looking to win in what could be his fourth fight, Turkey’s Elif Nur Turhan looks to continue his knockout record and defend his lightweight belt, and Josh Padley challenges for the vacant 130-pound European title.
Boxing News brings you undercard results, summaries and live scorecards Main events.
trump card result
Leo Atang vs Amin Busceta – Heavyweight
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Elif Nur Turhan VS Taylah Gentzen — IBF World Lightweight World Champion
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Josh Padley vs. Jaouad Belmehdi — EBU European Super Featherweight Championship
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Bahram Murtazaliyev vs Josh Kelly Scorecard and Results
This is a live scorecard from Boxing News, not the official scores from the judges.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | all | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murtazaliyev | 0 | ||||||||||||
| Kelly | 0 |
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