Israil Madrimov, of Khiva, Uzbekistan, but based in Indio, California, is the former WBA “super” junior middleweight champion. He turned pro in November 2018 after a successful amateur career. Madrimov has notable KO victories over Alejandro Barrera, Magomed Kurbanov and Michel Soro, among others.
Next fight: TBA
Record: 10-1-1, 7 KOs
DOB: Feb. 16, 1995
Age: 29
Stance: Orthodox
Reach: 68½ inches
Height: 5-foot-8½
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Source: espn.com