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Former IBF junior middleweight champion Bakhram Murtazaliev and his team’s petition to the IBF for an immediate rematch against Josh Kelly was denied by the sanctioning body, according to his promoter Kathy Duva for Main Events.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / February 1

Josh Kelly Puts It All Together to Capture IBF Junior Middleweight Title

On the biggest night of his career, Josh Kelly finally delivered on the promise that has followed him for nearly a decade. The 31-year-old Sunderland native produced a composed, disciplined performance to earn a majority decision victory over Bakhram Murtazaliev, claiming the IBF junior middleweight championship live on DAZN.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / January 31

Kelly Secures First World Title After Upset Victory

Josh Kelly overcame a late crisis to dethrone Bakhram Murtazaliev and claim the IBF World Junior Middleweight Title. The Brit handed the Russian his first professional defeat, winning a majority decision at the Utilita Arena in Newcastle: 115-111, 114-113, and 113-113.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / January 31

Bakhram Murtazaliev vs Josh Kelly Fight Results: Kelly Scores A Decision Victory To Become IBF Champ

Junior middleweight Josh Kelly took the chance that most of the big names in the division refused to take and it worked out for him. Kelly (18-1-1, 9 KOs) scored a majority decision (113-113, 115-111 & 114-113) over Bakhram Murtazaliev (23-1, 17 KOs) to become the new IBF world champion.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 29

Bakhram Murtazaliev Vs. Josh Kelly – How Does It Play Out?

Bakhram Murtazaliev, the undefeated IBF Junior Middleweight Champion, is reportedly set to travel to box Josh Kelly in the UK in January. The dates being mentioned include the 24th or 31st of the month, as Murtazaliev seeks his first fight since October 2024 when he knocked out Tim Tszyu.

According To Eddie Hearn, Tim Tszyu is Not ‘Elite Level’

Luck has not been on Tim Tszyu’s (25-3, 18 KOs) side for the past year or so. Coming with an impressive unbeaten track record, the dawn of 2024 and 2025 saw Tszyu suffering a host of losses.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / May 14, 2025

Bakhram Murtazaliev Set To Enter Negotiations For Erickson Lubin Clash

The stage is set for what could be an exciting fight in the division as super welterweight contender Bakhram Murtazaliev gets ready to start talks for a possible bout with highly regarded American boxer Erickson Lubin.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / May 7, 2025

After Winning The IBF 154 lb Title, Bakhram Murtazaliev Can’t Seem To Get A Big Fight

It’s been about seven months since IBF junior middleweight champion Bakhram Murtazaliev viciously stopped Tim Tszyu to become a world champion, but he has yet to land the big fight he has been eagerly searching for.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / February 25, 2025

Bakhram Murtazaliev Medically Cleared & Kathy Duva Aims For A June Return

IBF junior middleweight champion Bakhram Murtazaliev has been medically cleared to resume training without limitations, and Kathy Duva of Main Events gives an update on what could be on the horizon.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / October 20, 2024

Bakhram Murtazaliev Crushes Tim Tsyzu

Tim Tsyzu was overwhelmed by undefeated champion Bakhram Murtazaliev. The former champion was knocked down four times during the fight. In the third round Tsyzu corner threw in the towel as Murtazaliev retains his IBF super welterweight belt Sunday in Orlando, FL.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 20, 2024