Josh Kelly and Bakhram Murtazaliev Make Weight Without Issue

Josh Kelly and Bakhram Murtazaliev Make Weight Without Issue

As the anticipation builds for the IBF junior middleweight title fight, Josh Kelly and Bakhram Murtazaliev successfully made weight at the Glasshouse International Centre in Newcastle. Both fighters will compete for the prestigious title in a match scheduled for tomorrow evening at the Utilita Arena.

Weigh-In Details

Josh Kelly weighed in at 153.65 lbs, slightly heavier than Murtazaliev, who came in at 152.2 lbs, well below the 154 lb limit. The successful weigh-in sets the stage for a significant showdown in Kelly’s professional career.

Fighter Profiles

  • Josh Kelly
    • Record: 17 wins, 1 loss, 1 draw
    • Recent Fight: Knockout victory against Flavius Biea
    • Confident in winning the title by stoppage
  • Bakhram Murtazaliev
    • Current Champion
    • Undefeated fighter

Event Overview

Tomorrow night’s boxing card includes two world title fights, featuring a packed undercard. Fans can look forward to:

  • Josh Padley vs. Jaouad Belmehdi for the European junior lightweight title
  • Leo Atang competing as a promising heavyweight prospect
  • Elif Nur Turhan facing Taylah Gentzen for the women’s IBF lightweight title

Fight Night Information

The event kicks off at 5 PM, bringing an electrifying atmosphere to Newcastle. With a sell-out crowd expected, the excitement surrounding Kelly’s title challenge against Murtazaliev is palpable.

Full Weigh-In Results

Fight Fighter Weight
IBF junior middleweight title Bakhram Murtazaliev (Champion) 152.2 lbs
Josh Kelly 153.65 lbs
European junior lightweight title Josh Padley 129.7 lbs
Jaouad Belmehdi 128.5 lbs
IBF lightweight title Elif Nur Turhan 134.55 lbs
Taylah Gentzen 134.15 lbs
Four rounds – heavyweight Leo Atang 236 lbs
Amine Boucetta 241.25 lbs
10 rounds – Northern Area lightweight title Josh Blenkiron 134.8 lbs
Robbie Coleman 134.7 lbs

Tomorrow night promises to deliver an adrenaline-filled evening for boxing fans. The excitement builds as athletes prepare to enter the ring, each vying for glory.