Another sorry situation arose from the weekend’s boxing action as Kubrat Pulev declared himself to be Bulgaria’s first-ever heavyweight champion. Pulev announced his achievement after defeating Mahmoud Charr on December 7 in Bulgaria. According to his…

It’s the battle of the veteran heavyweights on DAZN live from Sofia, Bulgaria. Mahmoud Charr (34-4, 20 KOs) will face Kubrat Pulev (31-3, 14 KOs) as the main event streaming live on DAZN this Saturday. Charr hasn’t fought in two years, and that was against Nuri Seferi, and Charr scored a second-round TKO. Pulev has been a little busier and scored a unanimous decision victory when he fought in March against Ihor Shevadzutskyi.

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Two-time world heavyweight title challenger Kubrat Pulev (32-3, 14 KOs) finally won his first major title with a 12-round unanimous decision win over WBA 'regular' champion Mahmoud Char (34-5, 20 KOs) on Saturday night in Areni Sofia in Sofia, Bulgaria. A one-sided affair The 43-year-old Pulev showed his excellent amateur pedigree, using his jab and wide jabs to batter the rusty Charr in every round of the fight.

Otra situación lamentable surgió de la acción de boxeo del fin de semana cuando Kubrat Pulev se declaró a sí mismo como el primer campeón de peso pesado de Bulgaria.

44-year-old Kubrat Pulev is officially set to defend his secondary WBA heavyweight title against former cruiserweight champion Murat Gassiev atop a December 12th IBA show in Dubai. Pulev (32-3, 14 KO) recently got the order to face ultra-prospect Moses Itauma, but per Dan Rafael, “The Cobra” had already signed to meet Gassiev (32-2, 25 KO) […]

The “championship” fight of the century is upon us, featuring none other than Mahmoud Charr, ... read more Charr vs. Pulev live on DAZN this Saturday in Sofia, Bulgaria @ Boxing News 24

Kubrat Pulev will face Murat Gassiev in a 12-round heavyweight main event from Dubai, with four more bouts of note set for the main card. The 44-year-old Pulev is defending his secondary WBA “world” title against Gassiev, a 32-year-old former cruiserweight titlist who has gone 6-1 since moving up to the heavyweight division in 2020. […]

Murat Gassiev made history as Russia’s first world heavyweight champion in thirteen years after delivering a sixth-round stoppage of Kubrat Pulev at IBA Pro 13, held at Dubai’s iconic Duty Free Tennis Stadium on Friday, December 12. The 32-year-old former unified cruiserweight titleholder approached the bout cautiously before unleashing a powerful left hook that floored Pulev, marking Gassiev’s twenty-sixth stoppage victory and Pulev’s fourth career defeat. In the end, Gassiev rendered the WBN Live Scorecard obsolete. Gassiev reflects on victory “It was a tough fight,” Gassiev said post-fight. “I have a lot of respect for Kubrat [Pulev]. He’s a great champion and a great person. This is boxing, and I hope he is healthy and uninjured. “Winning feels good, but it was a challenging fight because of his experience and size. “At the press conference and weigh-in, I didn’t sense his size, but during the fight, when he started moving and throwing combinations, I felt his strength. “He is a big man with a big heart. He is a true warrior.” Pulev takes defeat in stride Pulev, 44, remained philosophical following the knockout. “In boxing, one punch can decide everything. I thought I could win and feel good physically, but it is upsetting because the fans are disappointed. “Now, I need to rest, and we’ll see what happens next,” he said. What’s next for Gassiev? With the WBA heavyweight title secured, Gassiev is mandated to defend against rising contender Moses Itauma. While fans may hope for a rematch with Oleksandr Usyk, it appears unlikely. The pair previously met in the World Boxing Super Series Final in July 2018 in Moscow, where the Ukrainian outboxed Gassiev in every round. The focus is now expected to shift toward defending the title against Itauma, particularly if Tyson Fury faces Fabio Wardley in April, setting the stage for exciting potential matchups. The Ossetia-born fighter, nicknamed ‘Iron,’ has expressed ambitions to fight at London’s Wembley Stadium, signaling significant opportunities on the horizon. Gassiev’s emphatic knockout sends a clear warning across the division, establishing him as a formidable presence at heavyweight. The upcoming mandatory defenses and potential blockbuster contests will define his reign. World Boxing News will continue to closely track Murat Gassiev’s title reign and upcoming bouts. About the Author Phil Jay is the Editor-in-Chief of World Boxing News (WBN), a veteran boxing reporter with 15+ years of experience. He has interviewed dozens of world champions, broken international exclusives, and reported ringside since founding WBN in 2010. Read full bio.

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Former Russian heavyweight Magomed “Mago” Abdusalamov returned to ringside boxing in Dubai at the Gassiev vs Pulev WBA World Heavyweight clash, attending at the personal invitation of IBA President Umar Kremlev. Abdusalamov, whose career ended in 2013 following a severe brain injury in a fight against Mike Perez in New York that left him in a coma with strokes and partial paralysis, sat among boxing’s elite. Once an undefeated heavyweight puncher, “Mago” now lives with permanent disabilities, and his presence in Dubai highlighted resilience, recovery, and the ongoing human side of boxing. High-Profile Attendance The Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium hosted a star-studded audience, including Terence Crawford, Deontay Wilder, Manny Pacquiao, Denis Lebedev, and Sergey Kovalev. For fans, seeing Abdusalamov looking well and composed after years of uncertainty was a moment of reassurance alongside the fight itself. Kremlev Comments on Abdusalamov’s Presence “Tonight was not only a fight, but a celebration of cultures – and a historic sporting moment for our wonderful hosts in the United Arab Emirates,” said Kremlev. Gassiev Captures WBA Heavyweight Title In the ring, Russian star Murat Gassiev claimed the WBA World Heavyweight title with a sixth-round stoppage of Kubrat Pulev. The 32-year-old, a former unified cruiserweight champion, began cautiously before landing a left hook that ended the contest and thrilled fans in attendance. Legacy and Advocacy Abdusalamov’s appearance comes years after his family’s advocacy, which led to settlements and the creation of ‘Mago’s Law,’ aimed at improving fighter safety globally. His presence served as a reminder of the sport’s risks but also of the courage and determination displayed by boxers outside the ring. For fans following his journey, seeing “Mago” at a major event once again was an emotional and reassuring sight, showing that despite injuries that ended his career, he remains a symbol of hope and perseverance in boxing. About the Author Phil Jay is the Editor-in-Chief of World Boxing News (WBN), a veteran boxing reporter with 15+ years of experience. He has interviewed dozens of world champions, broken international exclusives, and reported ringside since founding WBN in 2010. Read full bio.

Mahmoud Charr owns the WBA “world” heavyweight title Those with DAZN subscriptions will soon get to enjoy the fifth-hottest heavyweight fight of 2013, as the network announced that they’ll carry Mahmoud Charr vs Kubrat Pulev on December 7th. At least, those subscribers not in Germany, Bulgaria, Austria, Switzerland, or Poland. Thanks to a long and extremely funny legal battle, Charr (34-4, 20 KO) is one of the relatively few remaining secondary WBA titlists, owning the “world” title since winning it against Alexander Ustinov in 2017. Various trials and tribulations, most engineered by Don King, have held him to just three fights since, though the latest setback came due to injury. Pulev (31-3, 14 KO) is 43 years old and his highest-profile fight in the last four years was a questionable split decision loss to Derek Chisora in their rematch. He is the perfect WBA title challenger. With the time zone in Bulgaria, there’ll be plenty of time for DAZN to broadcast both this and Liam Paro vs Richardson Hitchins. What an electric day of boxing.

Don King stuns boxing by announcing a new date for Michael Hunter vs Kubrat Pulev, a move that appears to scupper Turki Alalshikh's plans.