Madrimov falls to Ortiz in Riyadh boxing night

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On the night of February 23, the latest professional boxing event under "Riyadh Season" took place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Among the highly anticipated bouts, Uzbek boxer Isroil Madrimov faced American Virgil Ortiz but fell short after 12 intense rounds.

After the final bell, the judges awarded Ortiz the victory, allowing him to retain the interim WBC welterweight title.

For 26-year-old Ortiz, this marked his 23rd consecutive professional win, while 30-year-old Madrimov recorded his second career loss.

Meanwhile, in the main event, Russian boxers Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol are set to clash for the undisputed world championship in the light heavyweight division.


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Isroil Madrimov Virjil Ortis

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