Bakhram Murtazaliev vs Josh Kelly

Josh Kelly has a tough task on his hands to try and win a Super Welterweight IBF world title. He does have home advantage in a fight at Newcastle and a smart trainer in Adam Booth so they must think they can win this.

The undefeated Murtazaliev will be making his 2nd defense of the IBF World Junior Middleweight Championship. He won this belt against Jack Culcay in April 2024.

Also on the undercard will be Josh Padley's and Jaouad Belmehdi's contest, and Elif Nur Turhan's and Taylah Gentzen's bout.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cp_Gs4oLxMI

i think josh gets murdered but i have an inkling of an upset

I am surprised that Murtazaliev has not fought since he annihilated Tszyu. If he carries that form into this fight he will wipe away Josh.

Very intriguing world title contest.

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Originally Posted by Master

I am surprised that Murtazaliev has not fought since he annihilated Tszyu. If he carries that form into this fight he will wipe away Josh.

Very intriguing world title contest.

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i think bakhram & jai are two of the most avoided fighters currently

boots could be in line for the winner

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Originally Posted by TIC

boots could be in line for the winner

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I don’t think Josh will take on Boots should he miraculously win this title.

Padley wins European title in 2 rounds looking devastating.

the french guy looked rubbish

First round was cautious from both but then both let loose with Kelly getting hit by a big right hand.

even after two rounds

Kelly may have sneaked round 2 getting some good shots in on Murtazaliev st the end of the round.

Murtazaliev lands left hook to win round 3.

josh gets a knockdown in the fourth

Josh lands a sneaky jab to knock down Murtazaliev in the 4th round.

even in rounds after four, josh has the knockdown as well