Kabayel brutally knocks Sanchez unconscious in the ring
In a major boxing event held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Wattenscheid's heavyweight boxer, Agit Kabayel, delivers a powerful performance against Cuban Frank Sanchez. This victory marks his 25th professional win without any losses.
The much-anticipated match brought Kabayel back to the spotlight, following his successful match against the Russian heavyweight Arslanbek Makhmudov late last year. With the crowd that included former world champion Anthony Joshua and soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, Kabayel secured his place as a potential contender for the world championship.
The young fighter managed to overcome two highly challenging opponents who were not favored among heavyweights, making him a formidable opponent. "We did it! I'm so happy. We worked very hard for this.
Our focus has been on setting a strategy to avoid engaging in a potentially dangerous fight," shared Kabayel, sharing his thoughts with DAZN. He managed to maintain confidence while resisting the temptation to predict future encounters with potential opponents such as Tyson Fury or Oleksandr Usyk.
Unlike in many other fights, the first round began somewhat slowly, with Kabayel following a pragmatic approach. His coach Sükru Aksu shared with ntv.de a few days before the fight his concerns about the Cuban opponents and their potential unpredictability. "They are like the Brazilians in soccer - anything can happen."
His words echoed true as the boxer became more aggressive but methodical about his blows, targeting his opponent's body. Sanchez, ranked in the world's top five, was quickly outmatched by Kabayel's impressive display of force, precision, and vigor.
Agit Kabayel's stunning win contrasted with boxing expert Martin Armbruster's positive comments on how the Wattenscheid boxer stuck to his "game plan." The trainer had shared some insights on controlling the pace of the match. "Don't run into an open knife," he warned. The young contender with a total of 25 victories made short work of his opponent with an uppercut to the liver, defeating the Cuban fighter in the seventh round.
Following Kabayel's victory, the spotlight shifted to the match between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk. Aksu opined, "He is a boxer who can handle anything. He was well-prepared for this fight by his coach. He knew how to control the fight with Frank Sanchez, who is among the best fighters of the Cuban boxing scene."
As the challenger, Kabayel is now on the list of prospects for the heavyweight world championship. This opportunity, however, is not immediate. The rematch between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk is scheduled for October of this year. Therefore, he has some time before his next possible world championship fight in 2025. According to ntv.de boxing expert Martin Armbruster, his strategy must evolve to secure a coveted spot when the opportunity arises. "Staying active is key. Continue to box against top fighters, remain active and hone your style."
For now, Wattenscheid's Kabayel returns home to his family. "The fight is over, time to go back to Wattenscheid."
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In the world of professional boxing, Kabayel's victory over Sanchez further cemented his reputation as a formidable boxer, showcasing his skills in boxing matches, particularly in the ring. With his 25th win, Kabayel continues to train and prepare for potential future matches in the boxing arena, such as potential encounters with Tyson Fury or Oleksandr Usyk.
Source: www.ntv.de
