On November 6, the Russian metropolis of Samara will host a global conflict for the vacant WBA East Asia tremendous middleweight title (168 lbs), as Moldova’s Edgard Moscviciov (19-2-2, 9 KOs) takes on Uzbekistan’s Ulugbek “Courageous Coronary heart” Sobirov (16-5, 10 KOs). For each males, it’s a pivotal alternative to punch their ticket into the continental image.
Moscviciov, 27, enters the bout with 4 wins in his final 5 outings. An orthodox fighter with regular stress, late-round energy, and a knack for closing the present, he goals to assert gold on Russian soil and cement himself as a rising drive within the area. His résumé features a victory over seasoned Damian Bonelli, and this marks his first shot at a WBA title.
Throughout the ring, Sobirov is trying to spoil the celebration. At 26, he’s examined himself in opposition to high opposition, together with Pavel Silyagin, and brings professional firepower—10 knockouts and a 60% KO price—paired with slick mobility. Regardless of 5 losses, he has by no means been stopped, a testomony to his toughness and ring IQ. The 1.80m orthodox boxer is at his greatest working mid-range, the place he mixes timing and leverage successfully.
The WBA East Asia tremendous middleweight crown is a direct springboard towards the World Boxing Affiliation’s continental rankings. The winner positions himself for a shot on the WBA Asia full title—and even entry into the WBA Worldwide dialog.
