IBF-Purse Bid for Martin Bakole vs. Agit Kabayel Ordered for November 5th

IBF Orders Purse Bid

The International Boxing Federation (IBF) has ordered a purse bid for the IBF heavyweight title eliminator between Martin Bakole and Agit Kabayel. The purse bid will take place on November 5th, 2023, at the IBF headquarters in Springfield, New Jersey.

IBO Title Implications

The winner of the Bakole vs. Kabayel fight will become the mandatory challenger for the IBF heavyweight title, currently held by Oleksandr Usyk. Usyk is set to face Tyson Fury in a unification bout in early 2023.

Background Information

Martin Bakole is a 29-year-old Congolese boxer with a record of 19-1 (13 KOs). He is currently ranked number 3 by the IBF.

Agit Kabayel is a 30-year-old Turkish boxer with a record of 21-0 (14 KOs). He is currently ranked number 6 by the IBF.

Highly Anticipated Bout

The Bakole vs. Kabayel fight is expected to be a competitive and exciting matchup. Both fighters are undefeated and possess knockout power.

The winner of this fight will be in prime position to challenge for the IBF heavyweight title and become the next champion in the division.