Chinese boxing star Xu Can is gearing up for a high-stakes title defense against France's Jaouad Belmehdi in Beijing on August 15! The M23 boxing club confirmed the International Boxing Organization (IBO) super featherweight clash this week, setting the stage for a 🔥 must-watch summer sports moment.
Xu, known as 'The Monster' for his relentless style, told fans: "Defending a title is tougher than winning it. Belmehdi’s 23-1 record doesn’t scare me – but it keeps me sharp." The 29-year-old became China’s third major world champion in 2019 when he claimed the WBA featherweight belt, joining legends like Zou Shiming.
After losing his WBA title in 2021, Xu roared back last December with a TKO victory to snatch the IBO belt. Now he’s training like a Marvel hero pre-battle: "My fans’ support fuels me – this fight’s for everyone who’s stuck with me through wins and losses."
Belmehdi, ranked #2 in France’s super feather category, brings 11 KOs to the ring. Will Xu’s home-court advantage in Beijing make the difference? Mark your calendars 🗓️ – this is the boxing event of August!
