Fight Nights promoter Kamil Gadzhiev has announced that Vladimir Mineyev and Magomed Ismailov will meet again within the next 6 to 12 months. This upcoming bout will be their second boxing match and their fourth fight overall in their ongoing rivalry. Gadzhiev expressed confidence that fans will remain interested, stating he believes the matchup is "more interesting than not." The two fighters have a well-documented history, and this continuation of their series suggests that the promotion sees commercial value in extending the rivalry. Further details about the fight's exact date and location have not yet been disclosed.
Fight Nights promoter Kamil Gadzhiev has announced that Vladimir Mineyev and Magomed Ismailov will collide for a fourth time, with the bout expected to take place within the next six to twelve months.
The upcoming contest will mark the second time the two rivals have met under boxing rules, adding another chapter to one of Russian combat sports' most compelling ongoing feuds. Gadzhiev publicly expressed his confidence in the matchup's appeal, stating his belief that the pairing remains more interesting than not — a sign that Fight Nights views the rivalry as a continued commercial draw.
Why it matters
- A fourth meeting between the same two fighters is rare in any combat sport, underlining the genuine bad blood and competitive balance between the pair.
- The boxing format distinguishes this bout from their earlier mixed martial arts encounters, giving the series a fresh dimension.
- Fight Nights is betting that fan investment built across three previous fights will translate into strong interest for the rematch on the boxing side.
No date or location has been confirmed for the fight. Gadzhiev's announcement establishes the window but leaves the specific details to be revealed at a later stage.
