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Zhanibek Alimkhanuly vs Andrey Mikhailovich: Fight Prediction
IBF middleweight champion Janibek Alimkhanuly will face Andrey Mikhailovich on October 4 in Sydney, Australia. The match is scheduled to begin around 15:00 MSK. Can the Kazakh boxer secure victory in this title bout against the New Zealand fighter, who hails from Saint Petersburg? What betting options should you consider? Read our predictions for insights.
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Zhanibek Alimkhanuly
KazakhstanCurrent Form
In May 2022, Janibek Alimkhanuly defeated British fighter Danny Dignum by knockout in the second round, securing the WBO championship belt. Six months later, he successfully defended his title against another British representative, Denzel Bentley, winning by unanimous decision. In May 2023, he triumphed over Canadian Stephen Butler with a second-round knockout, claiming the IBF title. Most recently, in October of last year, he defended both belts against German Vincenzo Gualtieri, winning by technical knockout in the sixth round.
The 31-year-old Alimkhanuly boasts an impressive record of 15 wins, including ten by knockout, and remains undefeated. He ranks fourth in the BoxRec division standings and sits at the top of the national rankings.
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Alimkhanuly is not considering a fight with Mikhailovich and has already reached out to WBC world champion Carlos Adames from the Dominican Republic.
Everyone knows what I will earn in Australia. For me, money isn’t the priority; the title matters! Boxing is not just business, it’s a sport! A champion should fight a champion! Carlos, I'm fighting in Australia on October 4. I look forward to your contract. Let’s make this happen in January or February. Send me the contract, said Alimkhanuly.
Interesting Betting Trends
Alimkhanuly's knockout victory rate stands at 67 percent.
Andrei Mikhailovich
New ZealandCurrent Form
Andrei Mikhailovich was born in Saint Petersburg but was adopted shortly after and moved to New Zealand. He became a champion in various local tournaments at the amateur level, transitioning to professional boxing in 2018. The 26-year-old boxer from Auckland boasts a record of 21 wins, including 13 by knockout, with no losses. Mikhailovich is ranked 22nd in the BoxRec division rankings and holds the top spot nationally. His collection includes the IBF Pan Pacific and WBO Global championship belts.
In his latest fight in April 2024, he secured a victory against 42-year-old Australian Les Sherrington by knockout in the first round. Prior to this, he won against Venezuela's Edison Saltarina by technical knockout in the fifth round, successfully defending his titles.
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Mikhailovich is aware of the weight issues facing Alimkhanuly. He questioned the fighter's judgment and the decision to arrive in Sydney just two days before the fight.
«I think that's foolish. If I were the IBF and WBO world champion and was cutting weight from 86 kilograms, I would strive for a unified title, because then there wouldn't be the IBF rule about gaining 10 pounds that needs to be adhered to the morning of the fight,« said Andrei. »The issue is that he arrives so late in Sydney, and I know how weight fluctuates; traveling always adds a couple of kilograms, and it takes a few days to shed them. There's no sense in worrying or thinking about that. The main thing is for him to step into the ring, and I have the chance to face him—that’s what truly concerns me.»
Interesting Betting Trends
Mikhailovich has a knockout victory rate of 62 percent.
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Bet Alimkhanuly wins by decision
Alimkhanuly has secured five victories by decision
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Bookmaker analysts view Alimkhanuly as the clear favorite in the upcoming matchup. They believe only a miracle can bring Mikhailovich success. However, they may be overestimating the chances of the Kazakh fighter. Andrey is no stranger to the ring, having tasted the thrill of championship victories. This clash is set to be intense, marked by plenty of grappling. In this scenario, it might be wise to bet on the fight going the full distance.
Our prediction is that the bout will go the distance at 3.95
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