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Zhilei Zhang Wants To ‘See That Contract’

Zhilei ‘Big Bang’ Zhang (27-3-1, 22 KOs) was last seen in February when he faced Agit Kabayel for the vacant WBC interim heavyweight title, albeit unsuccessfully.

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Is Derek Chisora Vs. Zhilei Zhang Next?

Zhilei Zhang wants to take on Derek Chisora, with the Chinese heavyweight’s team saying the ball is in the Brit’s court. Zhang’s team has confirmed that they are now waiting on Chisora’s camp to say whether they want to go ahead with a December 13 Manchester, England, fight.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / October 7

Is Derek Chisora vs Zhilei Zhang Happening In December?

As the hunt continues to find an opponent for heavyweight Derek ‘War’ Chisora, one name has surfaced, and it’s a fighter that was linked to a Chisora fight a year ago: Zhilei Zhang.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / April 23

The Bronze Bomber Is Back With Sights On Undisputed Championship Status

After his disappointing loss to Zhilei Zhang (27-3-1, 22 KOs) via TKO in round 5 of a match set to go to 12 rounds back in June, at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Wilder has not been in the ring since.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 23

Zhilei Zhang vs Agit Kabayel Ends in Stunning Stoppage on February 22

Zhilei Zhang vs Agit Kabayel – On February 22, at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, a loaded Riyadh Season event took place. On this stacked card, Zhilei Zhang (27-3-1, 22 KOs) faced the dangerous, undefeated German Agit Kabayel (26-0, 18 KOs) for the WBC interim heavyweight title.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / February 20

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.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 18

Zhilei Zhang Warns Agit Kabayel While Eyeing China Homecoming

On the Feb. 22 loaded Riyadh Season card at the Kingdom Arena headlined by Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2, Zhilei Zhang (27-2-1, 22 KOs) will collide with undefeated heavyweight contender Agit Kabayel (25-0, 17 KOs).

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 17

Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol 2 Odds and Best Prop Bets

Artur Beterbiev (21-0, 20 KOs) and Dmitry Bivol (23-1, 12 KOs) will meet again at the Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, on February 22 as the main event on a loaded card for Riyadh Season.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 16

Zhilei Zhang vs Agit Kabayel: Full Breakdown and Fight Details

On Saturday, February 22, Zhilei Zhang (27-2-1, 22 KOs) will face undefeated heavyweight contender Agit Kabayel (25-0, 17 KOs). This fascinating heavyweight contest will take place on the loaded Riyadh Season card headlined by Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / February 12

What’s Next For The Heavyweight Divison?

The heavyweight division could open up once Oleksandr Usyk retires from the sport, so what could happen? Usyk is the current Unified Heavyweight Champion after beating Tyson Fury for the second time to retain his titles.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 14

Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2: Tony Bellew Predicts Outcome and Teases Massive Fight

Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2 will headline the loaded February 22 card in Riyadh. The first undisputed fight was fascinating, with plenty of intrigue throughout the contest, with Beterbiev prevailing by majority decision, with one judge scoring it 114-114, while the other two scored it 116-112 and 115-113 for Beterbiev.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 4

Anthony Joshua’s Next Fight: Career-Defining Choices Ahead

Anthony Joshua was once the shining star of British boxing, but now he faces a pivotal moment in his career following a devastating knockout loss to Daniel Dubois.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / October 10, 2024

Zhilei Zhang & His Team Deny Claims That Martin Bakole Fight Was Turned Down

The heavyweight division brings excitement to boxing, mainly when they deliver big knockouts or stoppages. This is the case for 32-year-old Martin Bakole (21-1, 16 KOs), who shocked the world when he stopped the young, up-and-coming contender Jared Anderson (17-1, 15 KOs) in August.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / August 28, 2024

Zhilei Zhang Vs Martin Bakole?

Zhilei Zhang has arguably had the best year as a boxer by putting himself in a position for a title shot. Entering the year, Zhilei Zhang wasn’t view as a possible title contender.

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Martin Bakole Identifies Heavyweight Hit List Following Jared Anderson Demolition

On Saturday, August 3 on the undercard of Terence Crawford vs. Israil Madrimov at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, CA, we saw Martin Bakole (21-1, 16 KOs) defeat Jared Anderson by fifth-round knockout.

Tennessee Titans News / BoxingNews.com / July 26, 2024

Zhilei Zhang Wants To Activate Joseph Parker Rematch Clause: ‘Hopefully, It Will Happen Next’

Heavyweight contender Zhilei Zhang has said he wants to activate a rematch clause to fight Joseph Parker again, believing the clause is still active following their bout in March.

Boxing News / Ringside Intel / July 25, 2024

Heavyweight Star Zhilei Zhang Is Open To A Fight Against Jake Paul? ‘I Would Try It, Why Not’

Jake Paul is set to face heavyweight legend Mike Tyson later this year. But surprisingly, current division star Zhilei Zhang is not at all against a scrap with the YouTuber turned pugilist.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 23, 2024

Joe Joyce and Derek Chisora Hope to Outlast Each Other and Father Time

Joe Joyce isn’t getting any younger. None of us are. But when you are in the heavyweight division in boxing, there is a ticking clock involved in how to accomplish your hopes and dreams.

Boxing News / Ringside Intel / June 2, 2024

Zhilei Zhang Destroys Deontay Wilder In Key Heavyweight Boxing Matchup

Zhilei Zhang took out Deontay Wilder to keep his place in the boxing heavyweight landscape alive. Zhang floored the former champion in the main event Saturday.

Boxing News / Ringside Intel / May 30, 2024

Queensberry vs. Matchroom: Deontay Wilder vs. Zhilei Zhang predictions

Promotional powerhouses Queensberry and Matchroom are pitting some of their best talent against one another in a rare event consistent with the spectacle we’ve come to expect from Saudi Arabian fight influencer Turki Alalshikh.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / May 22, 2024

Deontay Wilder promises his best against Zhilei Zhang: 'The Bronze Bomber is coming'

Deontay Wilder says he will return to his old fighting style when he faces Zhilei Zhang on June 1. Wilder is known for being a knockout artist. His record stands at 43–3-1.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / April 16, 2024

Looking at Deontay Wilder vs. Zhilei Zhang

Deontay Wilder has had a terrific career. The former heavyweight champion won a bronze medal at the 2008 Olympic Games and held the World Boxing Council heavyweight title for five years.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / March 8, 2024

Joseph Parker Continues Winning Streak at ‘Knockout Chaos’

Joseph Parker (35-3, 23 KOs) had to overcome two knockdowns in order to get a majority decision win over Zhilei Zhang (26-2-1, 21 KOs). The two fighters clashed at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / March 7, 2024

Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang Meet in Intriguing Clash

Joseph Parker (34-3, 23 KOs) and Zhilei Zhang (26-1-1, 21 KOs) meet in an intriguing heavyweight bout with significant implications for both of their careers.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / March 5, 2024

Zhilei Zhang vs. Joseph Parker By The Numbers

On Friday, March 8, Joseph Parker (34-3, 23 KOs) and Zhilei Zhang (26-1-1, 21 KOs) will collide as the chief support act on the stacked “Knockout Chaos” card, broadcasting globally on DAZN.

Tennessee Titans News / FanNation Boxing / January 24, 2024

Zhilei Zhang And Joseph Parker To Clash In Riyadh Co-Feature

Zhilei Zhang and Joseph Parker will square off in the co-feature of Anthony Joshua vs. Francis Ngannou on March 8 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Parker (34-3, 33 KOs) is fresh off a stunning shock victory in Riyadh last month against Deontay Wilder via unanimous decision.