(July 23rd) The International Boxing Association (IBA) will celebrate a milestone on 14 August as IBA PRO 20 comes to the Ice Sports Palace in Naberezhnye Chelny, showcasing an evening of elite professional boxing headlined by one of the most compelling matchups in the European super middleweight division.

The main event features two undefeated former international amateur stars as Dzhambulat "Dzhambo" Bizhamov meets Vladimir Mironchikov in a scheduled 10-round bout for the vacant IBF European Super Middleweight Championship. The contest pits two accomplished boxers with contrasting styles, both seeking to capture the first significant professional title of their careers.

Bizhamov, enters the bout following one of the most successful amateur careers of his generation. The 25-year-old Dagestan native captured gold at the 2025 IBA Men's World Boxing Championships in Dubai after defeating Uzbekistan's Javokhir Ummataliev in the light heavyweight (80 kg) final. Earlier in his amateur career, Bizhamov claimed silver at the 2021 AIBA World Championships and continued to establish himself among the world's elite with medal-winning performances on the international stage.

Since turning professional under RCC Boxing Promotions, Bizhamov has compiled a perfect 3-0 record, relying on the same qualities that made him an amateur world champion. Known for exceptional footwork, disciplined defense, accurate punching and outstanding ring intelligence, the Russian technician consistently controls range, dictates tempo and frustrates opponents with his tactical precision. His most recent professional victory came via unanimous decision over Ulugbek Sobirov, positioning him for his first professional championship opportunity.

Opposing Bizhamov is fellow unbeaten contender Vladimir Mironchikov, 8-0, 6Ko's, an accomplished former international amateur standout whose aggressive, power-oriented style offers a compelling contrast to Bizhamov's technical precision. The 27-year-old, originally from Serpukhov, Russia, earned a bronze medal at the 2021 AIBA World Championships and captured gold at the 2022 Mediterranean Games before transitioning to the professional ranks. Now based in Belgrade, Mironchikov has rapidly established himself as one of the division's most dangerous punchers, stopping six of his eight professional opponents while building an undefeated record through relentless pressure, physical strength, and explosive combinations.

Mironchikov combines physical strength, relentless pressure and effective inside fighting with heavy-handed combinations that have produced a 75 percent knockout ratio. His latest victory, a unanimous decision over Ulugbek Sobirov at IBA PRO 15 in St. Petersburg, extended his unbeaten record and secured the biggest opportunity of his professional career.

The championship clash presents a classic matchup between elite boxing IQ and calculated technical precision against relentless offensive pressure and knockout power. With both fighters unbeaten and carrying world-class amateur pedigrees into the professional ranks, the vacant IBF European Super Middleweight Championship adds even greater significance to what promises to be a high-level tactical battle.

Beyond the headline bout, IBA PRO 20 continues the organization's mission of providing a pathway for decorated amateur boxers into world-class professional competition. The series has become a showcase for Olympic and World Championship medalists transitioning into the paid ranks while maintaining elite competitive standards and international production quality.

Additional bouts are expected to feature rising professional talent from Russia and neighboring boxing nations. The complete fight card, broadcast schedule and ticket information will be announced by the IBA and local organizers closer to the event.

IBA PRO 20 marks the twentieth installment of the International Boxing Association's flagship professional boxing series, reflecting the organization's continued investment in expanding professional opportunities for elite amateur athletes while delivering championship-caliber events for boxing fans worldwide.

The event is being staged with the support of the International Boxing Association, the Boxing Federation of Russia, and title sponsor WINLINE, continuing the successful growth of the IBA PRO series across Europe and Eurasia.

Event Details

Event: IBA PRO 20

Date: August 14th

Venue: Ice Sports Palace

Location: Naberezhnye Chelny, Republic of Tatarstan, Russia

Main Event

Vacant IBF European Super Middleweight Championship (10 Rounds)

Dzhambulat "Dzhambo" Bizhamov (3-0, 0 KOs)

vs.

Vladimir Mironchikov (8-0, 6 KOs)

About IBA PRO

IBA PRO is the International Boxing Association's premier professional boxing platform, showcasing world-ranked contenders, championship fights and elite amateur stars transitioning into the professional ranks. Through high-quality international events, IBA PRO continues to elevate professional boxing while providing opportunities for the sport's next generation of champions.