Hamzah Sheeraz gets world title shot on Daniel Dubois fight card
Renowned boxing promoter Frank Warren has announced that Hamzah Sheeraz will compete for a world title on February 22. The news was
Despite the high expectations, Frank Warren did not confirm whether Sheeraz will face current champion Janibek Alimkhanuly or another contender. In the middleweight division, there are currently three main champions, and the promoter left open the possibility that Sheeraz could face any of them. Alimkhanuly, with an undefeated record of 16 wins and 0 losses, stands as a likely option. However, Carlos Adames, with a record of 24 wins and one loss, is also a possible candidate for this anticipated fight.Hamzah Sheeraz enters this challenge with a flawless record of 21 wins, 0 losses, and 0 draws.
Over his 21 fights, he has demonstrated great power, with 17 wins by knockout, establishing himself as a highly effective fighter. His last appearance in the ring was on September 21, 2024, when he faced Tyler Denny in London, UK. In that fight, Sheeraz dominated, winning by technical knockout in the second round and reaffirming his undefeated status in the division.
Other potential opponents include Chris Eubank Jr., with a record of 34 wins and 3 losses, and Denzel Bentley, with 20 wins, 3 losses, and one draw. However, the opportunity to face an established champion like Alimkhanuly or Adames could solidify Hamzah Sheeraz’s standing in the global boxing landscape.Told by Frank Warren that Hamzah Sheeraz’s next fight will be for a world title on the same card as Daniel Dubois’ return on Feb 22nd in Riyadh, though he did not confirm whether or not this will be vs Janibek Alimkhanuly or another champion.
