India’s professional boxing star Vijender Singh will battle Russia’s Arishta Lopsan in a return to the ring after being hampered by COVID-19, during which he relies on his amateur contemporary and former Commonwealth Games bronze-medalist Jai Bhagwan for training assistance. Were. Vijender and Losan will take part in the rooftop Super Middle-Weight (76 kg) showcase of the Majestic Pride Casino Ship in Panaji, Goa on 19 March. Lopson’s name was revealed at a press conference here.
“It was not the easiest year and it took a little time for the body to respond initially. But the last two months were fantastic for me. Jai Bhagwan (2010 CWG Bronze-medalist) helped me in my training in Gurgaon.” Vijender told PTI how he prepared for his comeback.
“I was also in touch with (Manchester-based British trainer) Lee Beard for some online help,” he said.
The 26-year-old Losan recorded four wins, including two, claiming four wins. His last competition was against compatriot Yusup Magomedbekov in December 2020, which he won via technical knockout.
On the other hand, Vijender is unbeaten throughout his professional career. His record of 12–0 includes eight knockouts. The 2008 Beijing Olympics bronze medalist registered a 12th consecutive victory in November 2019, defeating former Commonwealth champion Charles Adamu of Ghana.
Vijendra said of his long-time friend, “I could not go here because of COVID restrictions, but he has been helpful and is online whenever I need advice.” CWG in 2010 in Delhi.
Lee has been Vijender’s trainer ever since he achieved a professional career in 2015.
Jai is a serving police officer in Haryana and took leave to assist Vijender. He is a two-time Asian Championship bronze-winner and has competed in several international and national amateur competitions with Vijender.
Vijender said the lockdown posed some challenges in terms of finding partners, but over the last few months, they have found what they needed to be ready to make a comeback. He is eyeing another knockout against the less experienced Russian.
The 35-year-old said, “I had no trouble finding a quarrelsome partner to prepare myself. The facilities were also very accessible to my promoters (iOS Boxing Promotion). So I’m in a good shape and looking to move forward. Excited for. ” Older, who plans to compete in at least two more fights this year.
Lopson, on the other hand, aims to end the Indian’s unbeaten run, during which he won the WBO Asia Pacific and Oriental Super Middleweight titles.
“Vijender is a good fighter, but I am here to end his unbeaten streak. What better way to end his streak than to give him a knee in front of his audience. I worked hard for this fight And I’m going on this run. ” ” They said.
Also, veteran Indian boxer Neeraj Goyat will face Sandeep Kumar (Super Welterweight) during the same night’s fight.
The iOS Boxing promotion stated, “(This) will be a co-main event after Vijender’s much-awaited comeback for the night.”
There will also be six under-card battles.
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“It’s going to be a big fight in Goa. Vijender has experience and an unbeaten streak while Lopson also has a good record under his belt. I hope to have a really good fight between the two and the fans doing something incredible.” “,” Said iOS boxing promotions’ Nirav Tomar.
Due to social distancing guidelines, only 50 percent of normal tickets and a limited 150 high-end tickets have been put on sale.
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