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German boxing is experiencing a resurgence, and heavyweight Agit Kabayel is leading the charge. The Bochum native electrified a packed arena in his bout against Poland’s Damian Knyba, securing another victory and fueling dreams of a world championship.
Oberhausen – A swift knockout victory ignited the energy of 13,000 fans in the sold-out arena. “I think we’re ready to fight for the world championship now – or what do you say?!” kabayel exclaimed into the microphone, prompting a roaring response from the crowd.
In his first fight in nearly three years, the undefeated professional boxer took a significant step toward a potential world championship fight. “It’s about the big crown for me,” Kabayel stated, after defeating Poland’s Damian Knyba by technical knockout in the third round in front of his home audience in Oberhausen. The 33-year-old also successfully defended his interim World Championship belt from the WBC Association, marking his 27th professional win.
Kabayel’s Goal: A Second German Heavyweight World Champion
Kabayel’s recent success includes three knockout victories in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, against formidable opponents. He aspires to become the second German heavyweight to claim a world title, a feat last accomplished by Max Schmeling over 95 years ago.
The atmosphere in Oberhausen was remarkable, drawing the largest boxing crowd sence Wladimir Klitschko’s defeat to Tyson Fury over a decade ago, when approximately 50,000 spectators gathered in Düsseldorf. “That fills you with pride,” Kabayel told the German Press Agency, noting the arena sold out within five days.
Potential matchup with Usyk?
Boxing analysts are speculating about a potential bout between Kabayel and Ukrainian three-division champion oleksandr Usyk later this year. However, the WBC has granted Usyk the opportunity to defend his title voluntarily, likely against
