Xhoxhaj new WBC International Silver Heavyweight Champion

The Universum Gym in Hamburg, Germany, witnessed Labinot Xhoxhaj defeat Mourad Aliev in 12 rounds by UD.

In addition to winning the WBC International Silver title, he successfully defended the EBU European Heavyweight title for the first time. 

The fight was scored 115-113, 114-113, and 115-112 in favor of Xhoxhaj. 

Following his victory, Labinot issued the following press release: 

“After 12 hard-fought rounds, I remain undefeated in the EBU version and am now the new WBC International Silver Champion. This is not only my victory, but that of everyone who believed in me from day one. Thank you to my family, who has supported me every step of the way, both on difficult days and in the most beautiful moments.

“Thank you to my team, coaches, and close staff who worked day and night for this moment. A huge thank you to the sponsors who supported me and believed in my journey. To my compatriots around the world: I felt your hearts in every second of this fight! And above all, to my Albanian nation: this victory carries with it the pride, strength, and spirit of an entire people who never give up! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything. Together we have so much to achieve. This is just the beginning.”

 Labinot Xhoxhaj has an undefeated record of 21 wins, 16 of them by knockout.