Boxing Match Preview: Christian Mbilli (28-0-0, 23 KOs) vs. Maciej Sulecki (33-3-0, 13 KOs)
Event: Eye of the Tiger Promotions – Mbilli vs. Sulecki
Division: Super Middleweight (168 lbs)
Title on the Line: WBC Interim Super Middleweight Title
Scheduled Rounds: 12
Broadcast: ESPN+ (6:00 PM ET start)
Ring Walks (Approx.): 11:00 PM ET
This is a high-stakes bout with world title implications. The winner could be in line for a shot at the undisputed champion, potentially facing the winner of Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford in September.
Fighter Breakdown
Christian “Solide” Mbilli
Nationality: France (based in Montreal, Canada)
Age: 30
Height/Reach: 5’8½” / 72″
Stance: Orthodox
Strengths:
Relentless pressure fighter with elite conditioning
Devastating body attack and high-volume combinations
82% KO rate and unbeaten in 28 fights
Recent Form:
Mbilli is coming off a dominant decision win over Sergiy Derevyanchenko and previously scored stoppages over Rohan Murdock and Mark Heffron.
Path to Victory: Mbilli will look to overwhelm Sulecki with pressure, break him down to the body, and force a late stoppage or wide decision.
Maciej Sulecki
Nationality: Poland
Age: 36
Height/Reach: 6’1″ / 73″
Stance: Orthodox
Strengths:
Experienced veteran with solid fundamentals
Durable and battle-tested against elite opposition
Recently stopped Ali Akhmedov in Kazakhstan
Concerns:
Has been stopped before (notably by Diego Pacheco)
May struggle with Mbilli’s pace and power
Path to Victory: Sulecki must use his reach, lateral movement, and counterpunching to frustrate Mbilli and avoid prolonged exchanges.
X-Factors
Momentum: Mbilli is undefeated and surging; Sulecki is trying to extend his career resurgence.
Venue Advantage: Mbilli is a fan favorite in Quebec City and will have the crowd behind him.
Title Stakes: The WBC interim belt could lead to a shot at the undisputed crown in 2026.
FIGHT ODDS
Christian Mbilli – 2500
Maciej Sulecki + 1100
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, June 26, 2025