Boxing Match Preview: Sergey Kuzmin (19-2-0, 14 KOs) vs. Murad Khalidov (10-0-0, 5 KOs)

Venue & Event Details

Event: IBA Pro 10

Time: 12:00 p.m. ET / 9:00 a.m. PT / 5:00 p.m. BST / 3:00 a.m. AEST

Venue: KSK Arena, Saint Petersburg, Russia

Broadcast: Match TV (Russia), international streaming available ^1][^2]

Injury Report

Sergey Kuzmin (19‑2, 14 KOs): No reported injuries; enters healthy after a 10‑month layoff.

Murad Khalidov (10‑0, 5 KOs): No reported injuries; unbeaten prospect in prime condition.

Both fighters are cleared and expected at full strength.

Recent Form

Sergey Kuzmin

Last 5: W‑W‑L‑W‑L

Notable Wins: David Price (TKO), LaRon Mitchell (TKO)

Losses: Michael Hunter (UD), Martin Bakole (UD)

Style: Durable, heavy‑handed, but slower at 38.

Murad Khalidov

Last 5: W‑W‑W‑W‑W (undefeated)

Notable Wins: Regional opposition, steadily climbing competition level.

Style: Younger, fresher, more mobile; still untested at elite level.

Fight History & Context

Kuzmin is a seasoned heavyweight who has fought internationally (UK, USA, Poland). He’s known for toughness and power but has struggled against top‑15 contenders.

Khalidov is a rising Russian prospect, undefeated in 10 fights, now stepping up against his most experienced opponent to date.

This fight is a classic crossroads matchup: veteran gatekeeper vs. unbeaten prospect.

Betting Trends

Kuzmin has gone the distance in 3 of his last 5 fights.

Khalidov has stopped 3 of his last 5 opponents inside 6 rounds.

Kuzmin is 1‑2 in his last 3 fights against undefeated opponents.

Khalidov has never fought past 8 rounds — stamina is untested.

FIGHT ODDS

Sergey Kuzmin                  + 140

Murad Khalidov               – 165

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, October 5, 2025