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Noel Mikaelian cruiserweight title disputes

Overview

Cruiserweight contender Noel Mikaelian has been involved in a dispute with promoter Don King, which he claims violated the Muhammad Ali Act regarding transparency and purse money. This dispute contributed to a period of inactivity for the fighter.

As Mikaelian prepares to fight Jai Opetaia in Las Vegas, the World Boxing Council (WBC) has indicated he may be stripped of his cruiserweight title if he does not face David Benavidez. Mikaelian has expressed indifference toward losing the title, stating he is focused on defeating Opetaia first. While Benavidez is currently scheduled to face Michal Cieslak in December, Mikaelian has challenged Benavidez’s standing in the division, citing his limited experience at the cruiserweight weight class.

Entities

David Benavidez · Jai Opetaia · Noel Mikaelian · Don King · World Boxing Council

Timeline

9 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Noel Mikaelian challenges David Benavidez and Jai Opetaia
WBC cruiserweight champion Noel Mikaelian vows to fight David Benavidez after his September 12 title defense against Jai Opetaia, despite potential sanctions from the WBC.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Noel Mikaelian addresses promotional disputes with Don King
Noel Mikaelian has broken silence on promotional disputes with Don King that caused career inactivity, as he prepares to fight Jai Opetaia amid potential WBC title stripping.

Sources

boxingnewsonline.net · nosmokeboxing.com