Ukrainian Boxer Arnold Hegai to Compete for World Championship Title in Mexico
Ukrainian professional boxer Arnold Hegai is set to become the star of an upcoming boxing event in Mexico.
The 33-year-old athlete has ambitious plans to claim the world title in the super featherweight division.
The organizing promotional company, Top Rank, officially announced the bout, scheduled for November 15 in San Luis Potosi.
This fight marks Hegai’s first opportunity to win a world championship.
On the ring, he will face the Mexican champion Rafael Espinoza, who has held the WBO title since 2023.
In his last fight on September 25 in Berlin, Hegai secured a unanimous decision victory over Venezuelan Liborio Solis.
Throughout his professional career, Hegai has amassed 23 wins, with 2 losses and 1 draw.
Born in Odesa, he turned professional in 2015, aiming to reach the heights of global boxing.
His opponent, Rafael Espinoza, has 27 wins—23 by knockout—and has been reigning champion since 2023.
This event is a significant milestone for Ukrainian boxing, and a potential step towards international recognition for Hegai.
As he prepares for this historic opportunity, fans around the world are watching closely, eager to see if he can conquer the world title and establish himself among the top fighters in his weight class.