Ivan Nikolov

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Ivan Nikolov
"Pit Fighter"

3

Wins

19

Losses

2

Draws

None

KO%

Boxing is a sport that can bring out a wide array of emotions from fans and fighters alike. For some, it is a way to earn a living, while for others, it is a way of life. Ivan Nikolov, a Bulgarian heavyweight boxer, falls into the former category. With a professional career spanning over four years, Nikolov has been in the ring for a total of 23 fights, with a record of 3 wins, 18 losses, 2 draws, and 0 no-contests. Although his record may not be the best, it doesn't take away from the hard work, dedication, and determination that he has shown throughout his career.

Nikolov made his professional boxing debut against Ivo Krastev at the age of 38 on September 23, 2017, defeating Krastev via 4 round unanimous decision. From there, he went on to have a total of 18 losses, all of them in non-title bouts. He suffered his first loss against Borislav Ivanov via 4 round unanimous decision on December 2, 2017. He has been stopped 11 times and lost seven times via decision. Despite the setbacks, Nikolov has continued to push forward and has shown what it truly means to be a fighter by always getting back in the ring and fighting once again.

Some of Nikolov's best fights and notable victories include wins over Ianis Iassin and Ivo Krastev. While these victories may not have been enough to secure him any titles, they still stand as a testament to both his skill and his resilience. It takes strength and courage to step into the ring and fight, no matter the outcome, and Nikolov has shown time and time again that he possesses both of these qualities in abundance.

One of the challenges that Nikolov has faced throughout his career is his susceptibility to knockouts. Of his 23 fights, he has not won any by knockout and has instead suffered 11 losses via KO. This is a problem that many boxers face and can be attributed to a variety of factors such as agility, timing, and overall skill level. Despite this, Nikolov has continued to train and work hard in the hopes of improving his technique and avoiding future knockouts.

The most recent fight for Nikolov was a non-title bout against Konstantinos Petropoulos on October 16, 2022. Nikolov lost the fight via 2nd round KO. It has been 5 months and 15 days since this fight, and there is currently no news on when or if Nikolov will be stepping back into the ring again.

Throughout his professional career, Nikolov has shown a commitment to hard work and perseverance. As a fighter, he has faced many challenges, from losses to knockouts, but he has never let any of these setbacks stop him from getting back into the ring and giving it his all. While he may not have any titles to his name, he remains a true inspiration to both aspiring and seasoned boxers alike.

As Nikolov's career continues, it will be interesting to see how he continues to grow and evolve as a fighter. With dedication and hard work, there is no doubt that he will continue to push his limits and strive for greatness – both inside and outside of the ring. We can only wait and watch to see what the future holds for this talented heavyweight boxer.

Ivan Nikolov Fight Record

# Date Age Opponent Result Via
23 Oct 16, 2022 43 Konstantinos Petropoulos Loss KO2
22 Sep 4, 2022 43 Veselin Markov Loss TKO3
21 Jul 8, 2022 43 Petar Draganov Loss KO2
20 May 20, 2022 43 Martin Ivanov Loss RTD1
19 Apr 23, 2022 43 Gregory Trenel Loss TKO6
18 Apr 3, 2022 43 Borislav Ivanov Loss UD
17 Nov 12, 2021 42 Vladimir Georgiev Loss UD
16 Jun 19, 2021 42 Leonardo Mosquea Loss TKO1
15 Apr 24, 2021 42 Daniel Blenda Dos Santos Loss KO1
14 Apr 18, 2021 42 Borislav Zankov Loss MD
13 Jan 16, 2021 41 Konstantin Aleksandrov Draw PTS
12 Aug 10, 2019 40 Tsvetozar Iliev Loss UD
11 May 3, 2019 40 Yosif Panov Loss TKO6
10 Feb 2, 2019 39 Ianis Iassin Win UD
9 Jan 19, 2019 39 Adam Bashanov Loss UD
8 Dec 8, 2018 39 Callum Hancock Loss PTS
7 Nov 3, 2018 39 Hristo Yonev Draw SD
6 Oct 14, 2018 39 Zheko Zhekov Loss RTD3
5 Aug 31, 2018 39 Milen Paunov Loss RTD2
4 Apr 6, 2018 39 Borislav Zankov Loss TKO2
3 Feb 17, 2018 38 Ivo Krastev Win SD
2 Dec 2, 2017 38 Borislav Ivanov Loss UD
1 Sep 23, 2017 38 Ivo Krastev Win UD