The second international professional tournament organized by Saikou X Lush Boxing Promotions took place in Bishkek, gathering the strongest boxers from Asia, Latin America, and Africa. This event became one of the most significant in the sports life of Kyrgyzstan and was held at the Bishkek Arena.
Video authors: Kasyet Kanybekova, Amanda Ibraimova
One of the key bouts of the tournament was the fight in the under 74 kg category, where Kyrgyzstani Samat Abdyrahmanov, known by the nickname Samat Kyrgyz, faced off against the fighter from Zimbabwe, Brandon Denes.
After six rounds, the judges unanimously awarded victory to Samat, with scores of 58–54, 60–53, 60–53. The boxer confidently controlled the match, demonstrating excellent technique and precise punches, which thrilled the audience and became the highlight of the evening.
The tournament gathered participants from various countries, including Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Japan, Argentina, the Philippines, Thailand, Mexico, Uganda, and Zimbabwe.
The boxers showcased spectacular fights, including title bouts under the WBA Asia, WBA, and IBF versions.
Video authors: Santen Maksatova, Emilia Kenjegazieva.
Fight results:
• Jenishbek Ulpatov (Kyrgyz Republic) won against Rikito Irita (Japan) — 58–56, 57–57, 58–56;
• Ryspek Bektenov (Kyrgyz Republic) defeated Ken Danila (Philippines) — 58–55, 58–56, 58–55;
• Ikboljon Holdarov (Uzbekistan) won against Argen Kadyrbek uulu (Kyrgyz Republic) by technical knockout;
• Rema Morimoto (Japan) defeated Nurzhigit Duyshebaev (Kyrgyz Republic) — 57–56, 57–56, 56–57;
• Syrgak Abdyjapar uulu (Kyrgyz Republic) won against Abasi Sseguyah (Uganda) by technical knockout;
• Saken Bibosynov (Kazakhstan) defeated Adilet Kachkinbekov (Kyrgyz Republic) — 60–53, 60–53, 58–55;
• Kenneth Llover (Philippines) won against Luciano Baldor (Argentina) by technical knockout;
• Luis Nery (Mexico) defeated Sataporn Saarta (Thailand).
