Petr Yan was filmed sparring with a young boxer named Misha Semyonov in an informal street setting. Teammate Ilyas Khamzin was also present and invited onlookers to earn a photo by going through a sparring round.
Petr Yan was caught on camera taking part in an impromptu sparring session with a young boxer named Misha Semyonov in an informal street setting, footage circulating online shows. The bantamweight champion's teammate Ilyas Khamzin was also on hand, adding a light-hearted element by inviting onlookers to earn a photo by stepping in for a sparring round themselves.
Yan, nicknamed "No Mercy," holds a 20-5-0 professional record and currently sits atop the bantamweight division at 33 years old. The Russian fighter, who represents the Archangel Michael Club and competes out of a switch stance, stands five-foot-seven with a 67-inch reach. His statistical profile reflects a relentless offensive output — he lands 5.12 significant strikes per minute at a striking accuracy of 54 percent, while also mixing in 1.58 takedowns per 15 minutes to keep opponents guessing.
Why it matters
- Yan's willingness to spar outside a formal gym setting underlines the hands-on training culture around the Archangel Michael Club.
- Khamzin's presence and the open invitation to onlookers suggests a relaxed camp atmosphere around the reigning champion.
- The clip adds to the public's view of how one of bantamweight's most technically refined strikers keeps his skills sharp between scheduled bouts.
