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IBA president announces ‘boxing festival’ next month.
Under the visionary leadership of IBA President Umar Kremlev, the IBA has transformed the Men’s World Boxing Championships into the most inclusive, limpid and rewarding tournament in the history of the sport. Unlike other international federations, the IBA removed political barriers and ensured that the best boxers from each country could compete, regardless of nationality or external goals.
“In December, we will set a modern benchmark in boxing history,” said IBA President Umar Kremlev.
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – November 14, 2025 – International Boxing Association (IBA) is proud to confirm that the hosts of the world’s most decorated elite amateur boxers have confirmed their presence at the upcoming 2025 IBA Men’s World Boxing Championships, taking place from December 2-13 in Dubai, further cementing this landmark event as the pinnacle of elite amateur boxing.
Below is a list of eminent athletes who will present their skills on the international arena, vying for a share of the record prize pool of $8.32 million:
- Hasanboy Dusmatov (UZB) – two-time Olympic champion and current IBA world champion
- Abdumalik Khalokov (UZB) – Olympic and current IBA world champion
- Loren Alfonso Dominguez (AZE) – Paris 2024 Olympic finalist and IBA world champion
- Saidjamshid Jafarov (AZE) – finalist of the IBA World Championships
- Nurbek Oralbay (KAZ) – finalist of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games and IBA world champion
- Aibek Oralbay (KAZ) – Two-time Asian Champion
- Julio La Cruz (Cuba) – two-time Olympic champion and five-time IBA world champion
This unwavering commitment to athletes is reflected in an unprecedented $8.32 million prize pool – the largest ever offered at an amateur world championship – with significant cash prizes reaching all the way to the quarterfinalists, directly supporting the development of grassroots boxing around the world.
“The Elite Men’s World Championships in Dubai will not simply be a competition, it will be a global boxing festival; unparalleled in scale, talent and spirit. With over 95 national federations to date and world-class athletes such as Hasanboy Dustmatov and the legendary Julio La Cruz of Cuba, this event will be one of the sport’s greatest showcases ever.”
“The IBA is not just an organizer; we are the world authority in boxing. We understand our audience because we are the sport, we live it, shape it and uplift it. Our subject matter knowledge goes beyond what others know, and this championship will be a testament to the IBA’s leadership, vision and legacy.”
IBA Chief Executive, Chris Roberts OBE, said: “Some of the world’s top boxers will take part in the Elite Men’s World Championships in Dubai in December.
“Among them are Hasanboy Dusmatov and Abdumalik Khalokov from Uzbekistan, Loren Alfonso Dominguez and Saidjamshid Jafarov representing Azerbaijan, Nurbek and Aibek Oralbay from Kazakhstan and the legendary Julio La Cruz from Cuba. These outstanding athletes will honor us with their technical skills, showmanship and true class – true ambassadors of this sport. More than 95 national federations registered, the momentum is building and we will witness a truly fantastic event in Dubai.”
Over its nearly eighty-year history, the IBA has overseen the evolution of the sport, hosted a multitude of elite boxing competitions, and advocated for athlete-centric reforms that have placed fairness, financial equality and accessibility at the forefront of combat sports discussions.
The 2025 IBA Men’s World Boxing Championships will continue this legacy, serving as the centerpiece of the inaugural IBA “Boxing Festival”, a spectacular 12-day celebration of the sport taking place from December 2 to 13 in the global entertainment center of Dubai.
The festival will kick off with a star-studded opening ceremony at the iconic Dubai Tennis Stadium; promising world-class entertainment, cultural performances and a dazzling display of global boxing unity before the opening bell for championship fights.
With 94 national federations already confirmed to take part in the event, the 2025 IBA Men’s World Boxing Championships are the largest and most prestigious combat sports event of the year. The tournament will provide unforgettable drama, groundbreaking prize money distribution and a platform for the next generation of boxing legends to emerge on the world stage.
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Jaron Ennis is the bookmakers’ main favorite to defeat Xander Zayas in their highly anticipated world title clash on Saturday in Brooklyn.
Ennis challenges Zayas for the WBO and WBA super welterweight belts at the Barclays Center live on DAZN pay-per-view.
The undefeated resident of Philadelphia enters the game as the favorite on February 11 Bet365 give the 23-year-old his first professional defeat and become world champion in two weight categories.
“Boots” has stopped 31 of his 35 opponents, including Uisma Lima in his 154-pound debut in October, and is expected to stop the Puerto Rican on 20/21.
The 28-year-old last covered this distance in 2024, and a decision victory is valued at 13/2.
Even though Zayas has taken over as unified champion, he is an underdog Bet365 at 15/04.
Man from San Juan defeated Abass Baraou by split decision will add the WBA belt to his WBO crown in January and his best chance of victory is rated at 13/2 by decision, while success in the shock break is rated at 14/1.
Full Bet365 odds
The result of the fight
- Xander Zayas will win the fight: 15/4
- Xander Zayas by KO/TKO/DQ: 14/1
- Xander Zayas by decision or technical decision: 13/2
- Jaron Ennis will win the fight: 11/02
- Jaron Ennis by KO/TKO/DQ: 20/21
- Jaron Ennis by decision or technical: 8/5
- Draw or technical draw: 14/1
Round bets
Xander Zayas
- Win in round 1: 100/1
- Win in round 2: 100/1
- Win in round 3: 100/1
- Win in round 4: 100/1
- Win in round 5: 100/1
- To win in round 6: 100/1
- To win in round 7: 80/1
- To win in round 8: 80/1
- To win round 9: 66/1
- To win in round 10: 66/1
- To win round 11: 66/1
- To win in round 12: 80/1
- To win by decision or technical decision: 6/1
Jaron Ennis
- To win round 1: 80/1
- Win in round 2: 50/1
- Win in round 3: 40/1
- To win in round 4: 28/1
- To win in round 5: 20/1
- To win in round 6: 16/1
- Win in round 7: 12/12
- To win in round 8: 1/11
- To win in round 9: 10/1
- To win in round 10: 10/1
- To win in round 11: 10/1
- To win in round 12: 1/11
- Win by Decision or Technical Decision: 7/4
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On Wednesday, Lewis Crocker heads to Australia to defend his IBF welterweight world title against Liam Paro for the first time.
Crocker will face Paro at the Pat Rafter Arena in Queensland, live on DAZN in the UK and Kayo Sports in Australia.
Crocker (22-0, 11 KO) became world champion in September, defeating Paddy Donovan twice before winning the rematch by split decision.
Man from Belfast recorded his second victory over Donovan after the first victory in March last year, and his rival was disqualified for hitting him after the bell.
Paro (27-1, 16 KO) is trying to become a world champion in two weight categories, having previously reigned in the super-lightweight division.
The 30-year-old won the title with a unanimous decision victory over Subriel Matias in Puerto Rico before winning the belt in his first defense against Richardson Hitchins.
The Australian has since won twice, overtaking David Papot in his last appearance in September.
McKean meets Taliva
Heavyweight Demsey McKean will look to continue his rebuild when he faces Liam Talivaa for the vacant IBF Pan Pacific title.
McKean (24-2, 16 KO) had his career cut miniature after a last-round loss to Filip Hrgovic, followed by a brutal first-round loss to Moses Itauma.
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The 35-year-old southpaw returned to winning ways with back-to-back stoppage victories.
Talivaa (8-2, 4 KO) last won the IBF Oceania-Orient title, defeating Faiga Opelu by first-round stoppage.
Undercard remaining
At cruiserweight, Luke Modini (13-0, 11 KO) will likely need distance to beat Peng Qu (17-2-1, 12 KO), while Riley Candy (8-1, 5 KO) could stop Nathan Watson (11-3, 3 KO) at super middleweight.
Vegas Larfield (13-1, 9 KO) can hand Shamal Ram Anuj (11-8, 8 KO) his fourth defeat in a row in a featherweight clash.
Heavyweight Nelson Asofa-Solomon (2-0, 2 KO) can secure a third straight knockout over debutant George Burgess, and Stevan Ivic (8-0-1, 2 KO) can do the same against Caleb Tialu (3-7, 3 KO), also a heavyweight.
Prospective super welterweight fighter Jack Javed (1-0) should overtake Lance McDonald (1-5-1, 1 KO).
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