Boxing Match Preview: Serhii Bohachuk (26-3-0, 24 KOs) vs. Radzhab Butaev (16-1-0, 12 KOs)
Serhii “El Flaco” Bohachuk (26-3-0, 24 KOs), the Ukrainian knockout artist and former WBC interim super welterweight champion, clashes with Radzhab “No Mercy” Butaev (16-1-0, 12 KOs), the Russian former WBA welterweight titleholder, in a 10-round non-title middleweight contest. This matchup serves as the co-main event on Zuffa Boxing 2, headlined by Oleksandr Gvozdyk vs. Radivoje Kalajdzic. Bohachuk, riding a mix of highs and lows from 2025, seeks to rebound and position himself for another title run, while Butaev ends a nearly four-year layoff with a step up in weight and aims to reassert his elite status. Expect a power-punching battle where Bohachuk’s volume and finishing instinct test Butaev’s durability and ring IQ, potentially leading to a mid-round stoppage if Bohachuk lands clean or a gritty decision if Butaev weathers the storm in this intriguing comeback fight.
Venue Location
The fight will be held at the Meta Apex (UFC Apex) in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. This 2,500-capacity facility, primarily known for UFC events, offers an intimate, state-of-the-art setting for Zuffa Boxing’s second promotional card, with modern amenities and a focus on high-production broadcasts.
Ring walks are scheduled for 5:00 PM local time (PST) / 8:00 PM ET / 1:00 AM GMT (February 2). Ring walks for Bohachuk vs. Butaev are expected around 7:00 PM PST / 10:00 PM ET / 3:00 AM GMT (February 2), broadcast live on Paramount+ in the US and available internationally via streaming platforms.
Injury Report
No injuries have been reported for either fighter leading into the bout. Both completed full training camps without disruptions. Bohachuk has emphasized his conditioning after a busy but inconsistent 2025, while Butaev’s long layoff was due to inactivity rather than health issues, and he enters cleared and motivated.
Fighter Matchups
This middleweight non-title fight contrasts Bohachuk’s aggressive knockout style with Butaev’s technical boxing and counterpunching.
Serhii Bohachuk (age 30, 6’0″, 72.8″ reach, orthodox): A volume puncher with elite power (92% KO rate), Bohachuk excels in mid-range exchanges, using his jab to set up heavy hooks and body shots. His relentless pressure breaks opponents down, but he can be vulnerable to precise counters if overextended.
Radzhab Butaev (age 32, 5’10”, 72″ reach, orthodox): A tactical fighter with strong fundamentals and durability, Butaev relies on footwork, jabs, and counters to outpoint aggressive foes. His 75% KO rate (in wins) shows finishing ability, but his layoff raises questions about ring rust and adapting to middleweight.
Key Stylistic Clash: Bohachuk’s forward pressure and power vs. Butaev’s distance control and counters. Bohachuk must close the gap without eating shots; Butaev needs to frustrate and capitalize on openings.
Strengths/Weaknesses: Bohachuk’s activity and KO threat give him an edge in firepower; Butaev’s experience (former WBA champ) and chin offer rebound potential if he shakes off rust.
X-Factor: Butaev’s layoff (nearly 4 years)—rust could hinder him against Bohachuk’s pace, but if sharp, his technique shines.
Recent Form
Bohachuk has mixed results with power wins and tough losses, while Butaev returns after a long absence.
Serhii Bohachuk (Last 5: W-L-W-L-W):
May 17, 2025: UD 10 win vs. Mykal Fox.
September 13, 2025: UD 10 loss vs. Brandon Adams (rematch setback).
December 21, 2024: UD 6 win vs. Ishmael Davis.
August 10, 2024: MD 12 loss vs. Vergil Ortiz Jr.
March 30, 2024: UD 12 win vs. Brian Mendoza.
Form Notes: Active with 3 wins in last 5, but 2 losses to top contenders; high volume and power persist.
Radzhab Butaev (Last 5: L-W-UD-W-TKO):
April 16, 2022: SD 12 loss vs. Eimantas Stanionis (last fight, long layoff).
October 30, 2021: TKO 9 win vs. Jamal James.
November 30, 2019: UD 12 loss vs. Alexander Besputin (disputed).
May 3, 2019: UD 6 win vs. Silverio Ortiz.
March 8, 2019: TKO 3 win vs. Lanardo Tyner.
Form Notes: Inactive since 2022; 3 wins in last 5 with 2 stoppages, but losses to elite boxers.
| Fighter | Last 5 Record | KO % (Career) | Avg. Rounds Last 5 | Key Stat |
| Serhii Bohachuk | W-L-W-L-W | 92% | 10 | High-volume KO artist |
| Radzhab Butaev | L-W-UD-W-TKO | 75% | 8.4 | Technical veteran |
Fight History
This is the first meeting between Bohachuk and Butaev, with no prior head-to-head encounters or shared opponents. Bohachuk’s aggressive path meets Butaev’s technical journey in a fresh matchup designed to test both post-setbacks.
FIGHT ODDS
Serhii Bohachuk – 200
Radzhab Butaev + 170
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, January 30, 2025
