Madrimov Faces Ortiz Jr. in a Legacy defining Showdown

Former WBA light middleweight champion Israil Madrimov is preparing for a crucial fight. He will take on fan favorite Vergil Ortiz Jr. in a highly anticipated bout. Madrimov, an Indio-based Uzbek fighter trained by Joel Diaz, narrowly lost to top-rated Terence Crawford in his last fight. Now, he aims to rebound against Ortiz Jr., known for his explosive power. The fight is set for Saturday, February 22nd, in Saudi Arabia, marking Madrimov’s second top-five opponent in seven months. A win would catapult him up the super-welterweight rankings and put him in position for a shot at full fledged championship at 154.