Sultan Mobalik Departs, Leaving on July 12th
Buckle up, fight fans! Filipino contender Jonas Sultan squares off against Katsuma Akitsugi on July 12, 2025, at the Save Mart Arena in Fresno, California, marking Sultan's highly-anticipated return to the ring after a lengthy hiatus.
** fmtly-aging-33, Sultan had a rocky past with a 19-7, 11KOs record, leaving him looking to reclaim his former glory. In stark contrast, Akitsugi, with a clean 12-0, 3KOs slate, seeks to cement his rising reputation as a formidable opponent.**
** Back in February 2024, Sultan suffered a crushing 1st round knockout defeat to Riku Masuda in Japan. To prepare for this upcoming battle, Akitsugi is one of Sultan's sparring partners, providing him invaluable practice.**
** Known for his impressive skills, Sultan has previously faced World Champion Johnriel Casimero and narrowly lost by unanimous decision. However, he also managed to defeat Jerwin Ancajas, another world champion, again by unanimous decision.**
** With the world championship title within his sights, Sultan aims to reestablish himself as a force to be reckoned with in the boxing world. Let the games begin!**
[1] Diigo: https://www.diigo.com/bookmark/https://www.google.com/search?q=Jonas+Sultan+Katsuma+Akitsugi+boxing+match[2] ESPN: https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/33323954/jonas-sultan-katsuma-akitsugi-boxing-match-set-july-12[3] BoxingScene: https://www.boxingscene.com/jonas-sultan-set-square-off-katsuma-akitsugi-on-july-12--154096
Jonas Sultan, with a aim to reestablish his former glory in sports, will step back into the boxing ring against Katsuma Akitsugi on July 12, 2025, marking his highly-anticipated return after a lengthy hiatus. Preparing for this battle, Akitsugi, seeking to cement his rising reputation as a formidable opponent, is one of Sultan's sparring partners, providing him invaluable practice.
