RCC Boxing general director German Titov says a boxing match between Ivan Shtyrkov and Mikhail Belaz is a realistic and appealing prospect for a major card, though the promotion has limited venues capable of hosting such an event. Titov noted that Shtyrkov himself regularly asks about a boxing bout and has already competed in the sport once before. The fight could potentially be planned for next year.
RCC Boxing general director German Titov has confirmed that a boxing crossover bout between Ivan Shtyrkov and Mikhail Belaz is a genuine possibility for a major card in 2027, though logistical challenges around venue capacity remain a hurdle for the promotion.
Shtyrkov, known as the Ural Hulk, is an unbeaten MMA fighter from Russia with a record of 15 wins, zero losses, and one draw. The 38-year-old orthodox striker stands six feet tall with a 74-inch reach and competes out of the Archangel Michael Club. Titov noted that Shtyrkov himself has been vocal about wanting a boxing contest, regularly raising the subject with the promotion, and has previous experience in the sport from an earlier bout.
Belaz's verified data was not included in the available fighter information for this report.
Why it matters
- Shtyrkov's unbeaten MMA record and existing boxing experience give the crossover concept credibility beyond a novelty matchup
- RCC Boxing's acknowledgment of limited suitable venues signals the event would need to be positioned as a headline attraction to justify the infrastructure
- The 2027 timeline gives both sides room to plan around existing MMA and boxing commitments
Titov described the pairing as both realistic and appealing from a commercial standpoint, suggesting the promotion views it as a marquee-level event rather than a preliminary experiment. No official date or location has been announced.
