President of Kazakhstan Praises Boxer Janibek Alimkhanuly for Retaining IBF and WBO Championships
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ASTANA - Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev extended his congratulations to Janibek Alimkhanuly, who flawlessly defended his IBF and WBO middleweight titles after a knockout win against France's Anauel Ngamissengue on April 5 in the Kazakh capital.
Credit: Janibek Alimkhanuly's Instagram page
Tokayev expressed enthusiasm as the entire nation experienced a surge of pride for Alimkhanuly, who demonstrated sheer determination and a commendable skill set, said Ruslan Zheldibay, the press secretary of Kazakh President, as reported by Kazinform.
Alimkhanuly (17-0, 12 KOs) showcased his dominance over Ngamissengue (14-1, 9 KOs) in the fifth round at the Barys Arena, achieving his 17th professional victory in a much-anticipated event in Astana.
Post-fight, Alimkhanuly expressed gratitude towards his supporters and the people of Kazakhstan. He acknowledged the immense responsibility he carried, as the fight took place on his native land. "It was a great responsibility, because the fight was held on my own turf, in Astana. We wanted to deliver an exciting fight, and now you have witnessed the event. Once again, I thank everyone," he said.
Berik Sultan, Alimkhanuly's manager, also expressed pride in the victory, stressing its significance for Kazakhstan's boxing community, viewing it as a milestone. "This is a historic moment. We have defended two championship titles, and now our aim is to claim all four belts," he said.
The event featured additional triumphs for other Kazakhstan boxers, including Batyr Dzhukembayev, Balausa Muzdiman, Torehan Sabyrkhan, Makhmud Sabyrkhan, and Alisher Abdulalim.
Janibek Alimkhanuly, a rising star in boxing, has made an impressive impact in the boxing world, rooted in his strong amateur background that culminated in a world championship and Olympic appearance. He has been successful in crucial fights, dominating opponents, and unifying titles, including the WBO Middleweight Championship and later, the IBF Middleweight Title. His constant pursuit of excellence drives him to aim for the undisputed championship by claiming all four major belts, as he strives to solidify his position as one of the best middleweights of his generation.
In the historic event held in Astana, janibek Alimkhanuly, with a record of 17 wins and 12 knockouts, triumphed over France's Anauel Ngamissengue, winning both the IBF and WBO middleweight titles. Berik Sultan, Alimkhanuly's manager, hailed the victory as a significant milestone for Kazakhstan's boxing community, stating their aim to claim all four belts. Alimkhanuly, a rising star in sports, has made a lasting impact, rooted in his strong amateur background and success in crucial fights, including the unification of the WBO Middleweight Championship and later, the IBF Middleweight Title.
