The 2025 World Boxing Championship among adults is taking place in Liverpool, England. Eight final bouts have been determined, and important clashes await representatives of Uzbekistan.
It is noteworthy that two athletes from Kazakhstan — Aibek Oralbay (over 90 kg) and Aida Abikeeva (65 kg) — will fight against Uzbek opponents for a spot in the finals. These matchups are expected to be major highlights for the Central Asian region.
The main men’s confrontations are as follows:
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60 kg. Abdumalik Khalokov (Uzbekistan) – Luis Gabriel de Oliveira (Brazil)
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75 kg. Rami Kivan (Bulgaria) – Fazliddin Erkinboev (Uzbekistan)
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90 kg. Isaiyah Santos Ribeiro Filho (Brazil) – Turabek Habibullaev (Uzbekistan)
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90+ kg. Aybek Oralbay (Kazakhstan) – Jahongir Zokirov (Uzbekistan)
Women’s bouts:
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57 kg. Yulia Sheremeta (Poland) – Yasemin (India)
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60 kg. Rebeka de Lima Santos (Brazil) – Aneta Rygielska (Poland)
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65 kg. Aida Abikeeva (Kazakhstan) – Navbahor Khamidova (Uzbekistan)
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80+ kg. Nupur (India) – Agata Kaczmarska (Poland)
Thus, Uzbek boxers face serious challenges on their way to the finals. These fights will not only determine the medal winners but also shape the course of future major tournaments.