Carlos Takam faces another daunting contender as the former world title challenger takes on a heavyweight brute with a perfect KO.
First division boxing takes center stage in Montreal, Canada, this Friday, September 16; Takam of Henderson, NV, [39-6-1 28KO’s] challenges the six-time defending NABF champion.
Undefeated Arslanbek Makhmudov, a native of Montreal, Canada, from Russia, puts his record of 14-0 and 14 KOs on the line.
Makhmudov vs. Takam takes place at the Montreal Casino [Casino de Montréal] for both the vacant NABF and NABA heavyweight titles.
Takam enters the ten-round main event looking for the 40th victory of his career. He returns to Montreal for the second time in his career.
heavyweight experience
In 2014, Takam fought undefeated WBC Silver Heavyweight Champion Mike Perez. [who was then 20-0 12 KO’s]. Takam held Perez to a controversial majority draw, with a judge giving Takam the fight.
Takam’s resume speaks for itself. It includes former unified heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua. Also, current #15 ranked worldwide [WBC] Dereck Chisora and all four organizations rated Joseph Parker.
Sharing the ring with former world champion Alexander Povetkin and former world title contenders Tony Thompson, Michael Grant and Frans Botha, Takam is a seasoned veteran.
In July 2021, Takam traveled to the UK to take on local favorite and former Olympian, Joe Joyce.
Takam gave Joyce all he could handle before a highly controversial sixth-round knockout. At the time of stoppage, Takam was leading on all three judges’ scorecards.
Takam is ready to take on the heavy-handed Makhmudov. He is hoping to prove he has enough left in the tank to position himself for one more world heavyweight championship challenge.
Makhmudov vs. Takam
Facing the daunting fight, Takam said, “I am excited for the opportunity to fight in Montreal once again.
“Canada is great to visit, and the fans know their boxing.
“I am healthy, fit and ready to give my fans around the world what they have been asking for. It’s time to get back into action and achieve my goals.”
Makhmudov stands at a staggering 6’5″, typically weighing north of 260 lbs. He has never gone beyond the seventh round of a fight.
During his career, he has knocked out all those who have tried to challenge him.
Makhmudov looks to defend his NABF title for the seventh time in a row. His most recent victory was over Mariusz Wach by KO in the sixth round.
The great punching contender seeks to raise his level again by adding a name with the merit and experience of Carlos Takam to his resume.
Warrior
“Carlos is a true veteran and is always willing to push himself to fight the best,” said Joe DeGuardia, CEO of Star Boxing.
“Whether it’s world champions like Anthony Joshua eight days in advance or top contenders like Joe Joyce in Joyce’s backyard in the UK.
“Now, he is a powerful prospect on the rise in Makhmudov. Takam is always looking for the biggest fights and puts on entertaining performances for the fans.
“We expect the same on September 16.”
Eye of the Tiger Management and Joe DeGuardia’s Star Boxing promote Makhmudov vs. Takam.
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