Janibek Alimkhanuly Begins Training Camp in New York
The undefeated boxer is preparing to face Jacob Bank for the vacant WBO super middleweight world title.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Boxing
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Undefeated contender Janibek Alimkhanuly has officially opened his training camp in New York. He is preparing for a world title match scheduled for early next year.
Why it matters
This camp marks Alimkhanuly's debut in the super middleweight division. His performance during this preparation is crucial as he aims to secure the vacant WBO championship.
Alimkhanuly holds a professional record of 17-0 with 12 knockouts and is currently ranked second in the WBO super middleweight division. The division enforces a strict weight limit of 76.2 kg for all competitors.
The players
Janibek Alimkhanuly
He is an undefeated professional boxer currently ranked second in the WBO super middleweight standings.
Jacob Bank
He is a professional boxer scheduled to compete for the vacant WBO super middleweight world title.
The details
Alimkhanuly is working with his team to finalize his sparring sessions while acclimating to the weight class requirements. He is set to challenge Jacob Bank for the vacant title at Forum Horsens in Denmark.
Timeline
October 27, 2026: Janibek Alimkhanuly began training camp in New York.
January 23, 2027: The title fight against Jacob Bank is scheduled to take place.
Season Trajectory
The transition to the super middleweight division shifts Alimkhanuly's standing within the broader landscape of the 168-pound class. Winning this vacant title would drastically alter the division's competitive balance and the trajectory of his professional career.
Alimkhanuly's move to the 76.2 kg weight class effectively narrows his pool of potential future opponents to those within the super middleweight division. His ranking of second ensures he is in a prime position to challenge for the belt and influence future divisional rankings.
The takeaway
Alimkhanuly's disciplined shift to a new weight class highlights the intense preparation required to compete for world titles in elite boxing. Fans should track his development during this camp to see if he can successfully maintain his knockout power at a heavier weight.
What happens next
Janibek Alimkhanuly is scheduled to fight Jacob Bank for the WBO super middleweight title on January 23, 2027, at Forum Horsens in Denmark.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Qazinform.
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