Agit Kabayel Claims WBC Interim Heavyweight Title with Sixth-Round KO of Zhilei Zhang

The 32-year-old German fighter overcame a fifth-round knockdown to secure a decisive victory in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Agit Kabayel defeated Zhilei Zhang via a sixth-round knockout to win the WBC Interim World Heavyweight Title in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Despite being knocked down in the fifth round, Kabayel rallied with relentless pressure and body shots to secure the victory.
Zhilei Zhang, 41, struggled to maintain pace and showed signs of fatigue and resignation during the bout, raising questions about his future in the sport.
Kabayel’s win is expected to elevate his standing in the heavyweight division, potentially setting him up for a major fight against top contenders like Anthony Joshua or Oleksandr Usyk.
The victory adds to Kabayel’s growing accolades, further cementing his reputation as a rising force in heavyweight boxing.