Agit Kabayel is set to make his long-awaited comeback to the boxing ring this weekend. After nearly a year away from competition, he will be fighting in his hometown of Oberhausen, Germany. Kabayel’s opponent will be Poland’s Damian Knyba, marking a significant clash between two unbeaten heavyweights.
Fight Details and Predictions
The matchup is not only critical for Kabayel but also for his future prospects in the heavyweight division. The 33-year-old’s last victory, a notable knockout against Zhilei Zhang, occurred 11 months ago. With three consecutive wins since late 2023, including fights against Arslanbek Mahmudov and Frank Sanchez, Kabayel is under pressure to maintain his momentum.
- Date: Saturday, January 10
- Location: Rudolf Weber Arena, Oberhausen, Germany
- Main Card Start Time: 7 PM GMT (11 AM PT / 1 PM CT / 2 PM ET)
- Main Event Ring Walks: Around 9:45 PM GMT (1:45 PM PT / 3:45 PM CT / 4:45 PM ET)
Viewing Information
Fans can catch the fight live on DAZN, with the exception of Germany, where it will be available as a pay-per-view option. Subscription plans start at £14.99 monthly, allowing viewers to access this thrilling event and more.
Betting Odds
The latest odds from Betway are as follows:
- Kabayel: 1/16
- Knyba: 9/1
- Draw: 16/1
Fight Card Overview
The fight card for the event includes several exciting matchups:
- Agit Kabayel vs. Damian Knyba (heavyweight)
- Granit Shala vs. Petar Milas (heavyweight)
- Jadier Herrera vs. Ricardo Nunez (WBC interim lightweight title)
- David Adeleye vs. TBA (heavyweight)
- Roman Fury vs. Steffan Hughes (heavyweight)
- Oronzo Birardi vs. Milosav Savic (cruiserweight)
- Gleb Bakshi vs. Juan Jose Rodriguez Duran (middleweight)
- Nelvie Tiafack vs. Piotr Cwik (heavyweight)
This event is crucial for Kabayel’s ambitions, specifically his aspirations for a shot at the heavyweight title. As he prepares to face Knyba, all eyes will be on his performance to see if he can inch closer to that coveted opportunity.
