Boxing Match Preview: Sonny Abid (9-2-0, 4 KOs) vs. Max Reeves (11-1-1, 8 KOs)
The upcoming boxing event features a super middleweight (168 lbs) bout between Australian prospects Max “Mad Max” Reeves (11-1-1, 8 KOs) and Sonny “Alligator” Abid (9-2-0, 4 KOs) in a scheduled six-round contest on the undercard of No Limit Boxing’s “Tszyu vs. Zerafa: No Limit On PPV” card. This matchup pits Reeves’ knockout power and title experience against Abid’s technical skills and resilience, serving as a developmental fight for both in the competitive Australian scene. The card is stacked with domestic rivalries and heavyweight action, drawing significant local interest. Below is a comprehensive preview, including all requested elements.
Venue Location
The event is held at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
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This 11,000-capacity arena in the Boondall suburb is renowned for hosting major combat sports events, offering a vibrant atmosphere with strong support for home-country fighters like Reeves and Abid, both Australians.
Prelims starting at approximately 5:00 PM AEST local time (6:00 AM GMT / 1:00 AM ET).
As an early undercard bout, the Reeves-Abid ring walks are expected around 6:30 PM AEST (7:30 AM GMT / 2:30 AM ET), though this may vary based on prior fights. The event is broadcast via pay-per-view on No Limit Boxing platforms, with international access through services like Main Event in Australia.
Injury Report
No injuries have been reported for either fighter as of January 13, 2026.
Max Reeves has shown no lingering effects from his 2024 stoppage loss, appearing sharp in recent training footage and promotional appearances. Sonny Abid, similarly, enters without any publicized setbacks from his last outing or camp. Both are confirmed in full health, with no medical concerns noted in pre-fight updates. On the card, Rahim Mundine withdrew due to a calf strain, but this does not affect the super middleweight bout.
Fighter Matchups
This six-round super middleweight contest is part of a 10-fight card highlighting Australian boxing talent across multiple divisions.
Reeves, a 28-year-old orthodox fighter from Victoria, brings explosive power (73% KO rate). Abid, 31, also orthodox from New South Wales, focuses on precision and defense.
Recent Form
Max Reeves: Entering with momentum after a rebound, Reeves holds a 3-1-0 record in his last four outings (from 2023-2025), with two KOs.
His most recent fight was an August 2025 knockout win, firing back after a TKO6 loss to Tonga Tongotongo in June 2024 (for the IBO World Youth light heavyweight title). Prior: A successful defense of the Australian super middleweight title in April 2024 via decision, and earlier stoppages in regional bouts. Reeves has totaled 48 pro rounds, showing improved resilience post-loss.
Sonny Abid: On a one-fight losing streak but with solid experience, Abid is 3-2-0 in his last five (2019-2025), with two KOs.
His latest was a decision loss in 2025, following wins including a notable performance against international foes like Manuel Lagarcha (Panama) and Davide Tiberi (Italy) in earlier years. Abid has gone the distance in several bouts (48 pro rounds), highlighting durability but a lower 44% KO rate. He’s stepped up competition recently, aiming to rebound against higher-profile opponents.
Both fighters have been active in the Australian circuit, with Reeves holding edges in power and recent finishes.
Fight History
This is the first professional meeting between Reeves and Abid, with no prior sparring sessions or shared opponents documented.
Reeves has built his record through domestic title defenses and a youth world title shot, while Abid has competed in regional and international bouts, including against European and Latin American fighters. The stylistic matchup—Reeves’ aggressive knockouts vs. Abid’s tactical approach—could lead to an early feel-out turning competitive, but no bad blood adds to the prospect nature of the fight.
FIGHT ODDS
Sonny Abid + 700
Max Reeves – 1600
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, January 15, 2025
