This time, his opponent will be Japanese fighter Mikura Asakura, who will face the Kyrgyz for the title in the under 66 kg category.
Shaidullaev won the championship belt on May 4, defeating Brazilian Kleber Koike by knockout. In his first defense, which took place on September 28, he once again showcased his skills by knocking out Russian Viktor Kolesnik in just 33 seconds.
Asakura, for his part, also has impressive victories under his belt: on May 4, he won against Chihiro Suzuki by technical knockout, and on July 27, he defeated Kleber Koike by split decision, earning him the right to fight for the championship title.
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