Ivan Romanov, who holds a record of 10-2, has signed with French promotion ARES FC. He will face Zaurbek Sabanov, who has a record of 3-0, in a heavyweight bout. The fight is scheduled to take place on June 6 at ARES FC 41. Details about the venue or other fighters on the card were not provided in the announcement.
Russian heavyweight Ivan Romanov has signed with French promotion ARES FC and will make his debut for the organization against undefeated prospect Zaurbek Sabanov on June 6 at ARES FC 41.
Romanov enters the bout carrying a 10-2 professional record, bringing a notable level of experience to the heavyweight division under the ARES FC banner. Sabanov, meanwhile, remains unbeaten through three professional contests, giving the matchup a clear dynamic of established veteran against rising contender.
Why it matters
- Romanov's 10-2 record gives him a significant experience edge over the 3-0 Sabanov
- A win for Sabanov would represent a meaningful step up in competition for the undefeated prospect
- The heavyweight division at ARES FC gains a marquee matchup for the June 6 card
No venue details or additional bouts for ARES FC 41 were included in the announcement. Further card information is expected to be released closer to the event date.
