One of the world’s most dangerous welterweights, Ukrainian Karen Chukhadzhian, will step into the ring on October 11 at the Xiaomi Arena in Riga, headlining the KOK 127 & DreamBoxing event. On the line will be two major titles – the IBF International and WBO International welterweight belts – making this one of the biggest boxing nights in the region this year.

Chukhadzhian has built his reputation by facing strong opposition and proving he belongs among the elite. He owns victories over experienced contenders such as Pietro Rossetti, whom he stopped to claim the IBF Inter-Continental title, and Harry Scarff, whom he outboxed over 12 rounds to secure his position as a world title challenger. Perhaps his most notable appearances came against American star Jaron “Boots” Ennis, where Chukhadzhian went the distance twice with the IBF world champion, showing resilience and skill that earned respect from boxing fans worldwide.

Standing across the ring in Riga will be Argentina’s Joel Marcos “El Tren” Mafauad, a rising force in the welterweight division. Mafauad has already made waves in South America, capturing the WBA Fedelatin and WBO Latino titles with wins over respected opponents like Alberto Palmetta and Cristian Reggiardo.

On October 11, the Xiaomi Arena will host a true clash of styles and ambitions, with fans around the world watching as Chukhadzhian and Mafauad battle for international supremacy in the welterweight division.