Murat Gassiev facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Murat GassievМурат Гассиев Гасситы Мурат |
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Gassiev in 2017
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| Real name | Murat Georgievich Gassiev |
| Nickname(s) | Iron |
| Rated at | Cruiserweight Heavyweight |
| Height | 1.92 m |
| Reach | 193 cm |
| Born | 12 October 1993 Vladikavkaz, North Ossetia-Alania, Russia |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 34 |
| Wins | 31 |
| Wins by KO | 24 |
| Losses | 2 |
| No contests | 1 |
Murat Georgievich Gassiev (born October 12, 1993) is a Russian boxer. He used to be a world champion in the cruiserweight division. He held the IBF title from 2016 to 2018. He also won the WBA (Unified) title in 2018.
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About Murat Gassiev
Murat Gassiev comes from Vladikavkaz, a city in North Ossetia-Alania, Russia. His family is from the Ossetian people. Before becoming a professional, he had a short career as an amateur boxer, with 25 fights.
Murat's Boxing Journey
Starting His Professional Career
Murat Gassiev began his professional boxing career when he was 17 years old. His first fight was on September 21, 2011, in his hometown. He won his first fight against Roman Mirzoev. He kept winning, and in the next 18 months, he had 11 wins. Seven of these wins were by knockout.
In 2013, Murat won his first major title. He defeated Levan Jomardashvili to become the WBC Youth world cruiserweight champion. He defended this title later that year.
In 2014, Murat fought Ismail Abdoul in his first 12-round fight. He won and also claimed the vacant IBF East/West Europe cruiserweight title. He continued to win, stopping Leon Harth and Engin Karakaplan. Around this time, he started training with famous coach Abel Sanchez.
Moving Up the Ranks
The year 2015 was busy for Murat, as he fought four times. He made his debut in the United States. He successfully defended his IBF Inter-Continental title against Felix Cora Jr.
In December 2015, Murat fought Isiah Thomas in a special fight called an "eliminator." This fight helps decide who gets to challenge for a world title. The fight ended in a "no contest" because Isiah Thomas was accidentally hit after the bell and could not continue.
In May 2016, Murat got another chance in an eliminator fight. He knocked out Jordan Shimmell in the first round. This win made him the official challenger for the IBF cruiserweight title.
Becoming a World Champion
Gassiev vs. Lebedev
In December 2016, Murat Gassiev fought Denis Lebedev, who was the unified IBF and WBA cruiserweight world champion. The fight was held in Moscow, Russia. Murat won the fight by a split decision, meaning two judges scored it for him, and one for Lebedev. With this win, Murat became the new IBF cruiserweight champion.
The World Boxing Super Series
Murat Gassiev joined the World Boxing Super Series tournament. This was a big competition with eight top cruiserweight boxers. The winner would be known as the best in the division.
Gassiev vs. Włodarczyk
In October 2017, Murat fought Krzysztof Włodarczyk in the quarter-finals of the tournament. Murat won by knockout in the third round. He landed a strong uppercut and a body shot that sent Włodarczyk to the canvas. This win allowed Murat to keep his IBF title and move to the semi-finals.
Gassiev vs. Dorticos
In February 2018, Murat faced Yuniel Dorticos in the semi-finals. Dorticos was the WBA 'Regular' champion, so this fight was to unify the IBF and WBA titles. The fight took place in Sochi, Russia. Murat won dramatically in the 12th round, knocking Dorticos down three times. The last knockdown sent Dorticos through the ropes, and the referee stopped the fight. Murat kept his IBF title and also won the WBA (Unified) title.
Gassiev vs. Usyk
After beating Dorticos, Murat was set to fight Oleksandr Usyk in the final of the tournament. Usyk held the WBO and WBC cruiserweight titles. This meant the winner would become the undisputed cruiserweight champion, holding all four major titles. The fight happened on July 21, 2018, in Moscow, Russia.
Usyk was very skilled and controlled the fight with his quick movements and jabs. Murat found it hard to land his powerful punches. Usyk won the fight by a unanimous decision, meaning all judges scored it for him. After the fight, both boxers showed great sportsmanship. Usyk became the first boxer to hold all four major cruiserweight titles at once.
After this fight, Murat had a shoulder injury that needed surgery.
Moving to Heavyweight
After recovering from his shoulder surgery, Murat Gassiev decided to move up to the heavyweight division. This is a higher weight class in boxing.
In October 2020, Murat made his heavyweight debut against Nuri Seferi. He won the fight by knockout in the first round.
In July 2021, Murat fought Michael Wallisch for the vacant WBA Asia heavyweight title. Murat won by technical knockout in the fourth round.
In August 2022, Murat faced Carlouse Welch for the vacant EBP heavyweight title. He won this fight quickly, knocking out his opponent in just 87 seconds of the first round.
Murat Gassiev continues to compete in the heavyweight division, aiming for more titles.
See also
In Spanish: Murat Gassiev para niños
- List of cruiserweight boxing champions
