"High-Stakes Showdown: Zhilei Zhang and Agit Kabayal Set to Battle for WBC Interim Heavyweight Title"
Get ready for an epic showdown in Saudi Arabia on February 22 as heavyweight warriors Zhilei Zhang and Agit Kabayel gear up for a colossal 12-round battle with the prestigious WBC interim strap on the line.
While some may question the need for an interim champion with Oleksandr Usyk holding the heavyweight crown and set to face Tyson Fury in a blockbuster rematch, Mauricio Sulaiman, the head of the WBC, is adamant that this clash will ensure the division stays active and delivers top-tier fights.
Sulaiman expressed, "We have worked tirelessly to bring the best matchups to every weight class, especially in the heavyweight division. We are committed to crowning the ultimate undisputed champion by allowing the best fighters to face off. The Usyk-Fury fight is a testament to that, and by sanctioning the Zhang-Kabayel bout for the interim title, we are setting the stage for more thrilling fights in the future."
Agit Kabayel, a rising star at 32 years old with an impressive 25-0 record and 17 knockouts, has made waves with notable wins over Arslanbek Makhmudov and Frank Sanchez. Meanwhile, the seasoned 41-year-old Zhilei Zhang made a triumphant comeback in June by knocking out Deontay Wilder, following a tough loss to Joseph Parker. Excitement is brewing as these heavyweight giants prepare to clash in a high-stakes battle that promises fireworks in the ring.
