Agit Kabayel: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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The biggest weekend in German boxing history will kick off on November 27. Agit Kabayel will defend his WBC world heavyweight title against unbeaten Albanian Nelson Hysa in Düsseldorf on November 28.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 26

Bellew Makes Dubois Favorite In Kabayel Unification

Tony Bellew says a Daniel Dubois vs. Agit Kabayel unification would be one of the most interesting fights at heavyweight. Kabayel beat Arslanbek Makhmudov, Frank Sanchez and Zhilei Zhang to become interim WBC champion, then was upgraded to full champion when Oleksandr Usyk vacated rather than face him as mandatory.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 19

Agit Kabayel Predicts Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua Winner

WBC heavyweight champion Agit Kabayel is no longer just an observer on the periphery as the division moves. Instead, the undefeated boxer is a direct threat to the division's marquee fighters.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / September 28

Kabayel Confirms Hysa Fight After Pullout Claim

WBC heavyweight champion Agit Kabayel will defend his title against undefeated Nelson Hysa on November 28th at Merkur Spiel-Arena in Dusseldorf, Germany, according to multiple reports.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 1

Agit Kabayel open to defending WBC heavyweight title against all comers

Agit Kabayel says he will defend his newly elevated WBC heavyweight title against any top contender willing to step up. The German fighter, who became champion after Oleksandr Usyk relinquished his belts, told Sky Sports he wants to fight this fall and has no shortage of names in mind.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 27

Agit Kabayel promoted to WBC heavyweight champion after Usyk vacates

Agit Kabayel has been elevated to full WBC heavyweight champion after Oleksandr Usyk vacated the belt rather than defend against him. Usyk was ordered to make a mandatory defense against the 33-year-old Kabayel, according to Bad Left Hook, with the two sides facing a June 30 deadline to agree terms before the fight went to purse bids.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 25

Usyk team weighs Kabayel fight, retirement as WBC deadline looms

Oleksandr Usyk's team director says the former undisputed heavyweight champion could walk away from boxing entirely rather than accept an unviable offer to fight WBC interim titleholder Agit Kabayel.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 23

Itauma eyes Kabayel fight if Usyk vacates heavyweight title

Moses Itauma says he would fight Agit Kabayel for a vacant world heavyweight title if Oleksandr Usyk relinquishes the belt. The 19-year-old prospect first faces Filip Hrgovic before any world title shot.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 19

Tyson Fury names Kabayel, Dubois as backup options to Joshua

Tyson Fury has identified Agit Kabayel and Daniel Dubois as potential opponents if his planned mega-fight with Anthony Joshua falls apart. Fury told iFL TV that he would accept a WBC title fight against Kabayel, whom he previously called a "brother" and refused to fight for any sum, per a Bad Left Hook story.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 19

Usyk vs Kabayel purse bid deadline set for June 30

Oleksandr Usyk and Agit Kabayel have eleven days to strike a deal for their WBC-ordered heavyweight title fight before the matter goes to purse bid on June 30.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 10

Usyk's Next Fight: Kabayel Mandatory or Verhoeven Rematch

Oleksandr Usyk stands at a crossroads where his next fight will shape how history remembers the final act of his heavyweight reign. The Ukrainian champion has two clear paths forward: defend against mandatory challenger Agit Kabayel or pursue a rematch with kickboxing champion Rico Verhoeven, whose first bout ended in controversy last year.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / May 29

Oleksandr Usyk Does Not Have to Fight Agit Kabayel, Says Eddie Hearn

Fresh off a victory against Rico Verhoeven (1-1, 1 KOs), Oleksandr Usyk (25-0, 16 KOs) has been ordered by the WBC to fight mandatory challenger Agit Kabayel (27-0, 19 KOs).

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / May 27

Agit Kabayel demands Usyk fight after WBC sanctions Verhoeven bout

WBC interim heavyweight champion Agit Kabayel says he should be fighting Oleksandr Usyk instead of Rico Verhoeven. The unbeaten German was reportedly stunned when the WBC greenlit Usyk's Saturday showcase against the kickboxing star at the Pyramids of Giza, according to BoxingScene.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / May 26

Warren Pushes Kabayel For Usyk Shot, Rejects Verhoeven Rematch

Frank Warren is demanding his fighter Agit Kabayel get the next shot at Oleksandr Usyk and says he will oppose any Verhoeven rematch. Kabayel, who holds the WBC interim heavyweight belt and sits at No.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / May 25

Warren demands Kabayel shot at Usyk, rules out Verhoeven rematch

Frank Warren says Agit Kabayel has waited long enough for his heavyweight title shot and will not stand aside for an Oleksandr Usyk-Rico Verhoeven rematch.

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Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / May 24

Turki Alalshikh calls Usyk-Verhoeven stoppage bad, wants Kabayel next

Saudi boxing powerbroker Turki Alalshikh has called the 11th-round stoppage of Oleksandr Usyk's win over Rico Verhoeven a poor decision and wants to book the unified heavyweight champion against Agit Kabayel next in Germany.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / May 24

Turki Alalshikh wants Usyk-Kabayel in Germany after Verhoeven stoppage

Turki Alalshikh wants Oleksandr Usyk to face Agit Kabayel in Germany next, then grant Rico Verhoeven a rematch after what the Saudi boxing advisor called a premature stoppage at Glory in Giza on Saturday.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / May 24

Warren blocks Usyk-Verhoeven rematch, demands Kabayel defence

Frank Warren has shut down talk of an Oleksandr Usyk rematch with Rico Verhoeven, warning the heavyweight champion will be stripped of his WBC title if he does not defend against mandatory challenger Agit Kabayel instead.

Boxing News / KO on SI / January 10

Agit Kabayel vs Damian Knyba: Preview, Start Time, Undercard

Interim WBC World Heavyweight champion Agit Kabayel (26-0, 18 KOs) returns to action in the hopes of improving his unbeaten record. Fighting out of Bochum, Germany, the 33-year-old will return to his home country to compete for the first time since 2023.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / January 9

Agit Kabayel vs. Damian Knyba: When It Starts and Ring Walk Times

Boxing is already moving at full speed in 2026, and the heavyweight division is wasting no time getting some solid fights on the calendar. While this card isn’t built around global superstars, it does feature undefeated contenders, an interim title, and real positioning stakes early in the year.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / January 7

Agit Kabayel vs. Damian Knyba: Preview, storylines

Boxing wasted absolutely no time making noise in 2026. If the first few weeks are any indication, this year is shaping up to be a busy one for the heavyweight division—where undefeated records, interim belts, and future title implications are already colliding.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / January 5

Agit Kabayel vs Damian Knyba: Preview & Betting Tips

The heavyweight division rarely deals in subtleties, and the upcoming clash between Agit Kabayel and Damian Knyba is a perfect example of why betting on big men can be intriguing.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / October 28, 2025

Agit Kabayel Eyes a Daniel Dubois Showdown

Unbeaten WBC interim heavyweight champion Agit Kabayel says his January homecoming won’t be a tune-up—and he’s openly targeting fellow Queensberry fighter Daniel Dubois as the dance partner.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / August 15, 2025

Agit Kabayel targeted by heavy hitter who’s adamant he can beat the boxing star… ‘I see what I believe I could do’

Agit Kabayel could have a huge challenge on his hands. In recent times, the Turkish-German has emerged as a real force in the heavyweight division, destroying every fighter in his path.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / February 22, 2025

Zhilei Zhang vs Agit Kabayel Fight Results: Kabayel Scores 6th Rd TKO

In what was a great heavyweight battle as Agit Kabayel (26-0, 18 KOs) scored a sixth-round TKO over Zhilei Zhang (27-3-1, 22 KOs) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, which has instantly elevated his status within the division.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / February 20, 2025

Heavyweight Feature: Zhilei Zhang vs Agit Kabayel ‘In Focus’

A few more strokes will be painted onto the current heavyweight canvas in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Saturday, February 22. Two contenders hoping to push themselves towards the front of the line for a world title challenge will meet in a 12-round contest at the Kingdom Arena.