Shahzod Muzaffarov in the final: 5:0 victory in Yerevan
Uzbek boxers have achieved significant results at the international "Yerevan Mayor Cup" tournament currently being held in Yerevan. Shahzod Muzaffarov convincingly defeated the host representative in the semi-finals, earning the right to fight for the gold medal.
Iqboljon Xoldarov lost by a split decision in an extremely close contest. Now, fans' attention is focused on our two other representatives who will enter the ring tomorrow.
Muzaffarov left his opponent no chance
Competing in the -55 kg weight category, Shahzod Muzaffarov faced Armenian representative Suren Rubinyan in the semi-finals.
The Uzbek boxer took control from the very first minutes of the bout. By maintaining the right distance and landing precise punches with active movement, he left a better impression on the judges.
In the end, all judges recognized Muzaffarov's victory — 5:0.
With this result, Shahzod advanced to the tournament final and will now step into the ring for the "Yerevan Mayor Cup" gold medal.
One vote short for Xoldarov
In the -70 kg weight category, Iqboljon Xoldarov held his semi-final bout against Armenian representative Harutyun Hakobkokhyan.
The fight was even and uncompromising. Both boxers fought actively to reach the final, but the split decision of the judges went in favor of the host athlete — 2:3.
Thus, Iqboljon Xoldarov concluded his "Yerevan Mayor Cup" campaign with a bronze medal.
Two more Uzbek boxers to fight tomorrow
On the next day of the tournament, two more representatives of Uzbekistan will enter the ring.
In the -60 kg weight class, Samandar Olimov will clash with Armenian representative Artur Bazeyan. In the -90 kg category, Torabek Khabibullaev will fight against Iran's Hadi Mohammadnejad.
Fight Schedule
Weight Category | Bout | Time |
|---|---|---|
-60 kg | Samandar Olimov — Artur Bazeyan | 14:45 |
-90 kg | Torabek Khabibullaev — Hadi Mohammadnejad | 16:30 |
Serious tests await the Uzbek boxers in both bouts. Olimov will face the host representative, while Khabibullaev will test his strength against a representative of the Iranian boxing school.
Uzbek delegation continues to fight for medals
Shahzod Muzaffarov's advancement to the final and Iqboljon Xoldarov's bronze medal continued the successful performance of the Uzbekistan delegation at the tournament.
Now the main intrigue is: can Muzaffarov win the gold medal in the final, and will our boxers entering the ring tomorrow continue the fight for prizes?
In your opinion, which of our boxers will return from Yerevan with a gold medal? Leave your thoughts in the comments and send the fight schedule to boxing fans.
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