At the Bournemouth International Centre, rising knockout artist Aloys “The Animal” Youmbi faces British veteran Ellis Zorro in a 10-round cruiserweight bout on the undercard of Ryan Garner vs. Reece Bellotti. With a potential shot at Viddal Riley’s British title looming, this fight could determine the next domestic contender in the thriving 200-pound division.
Tale of the Tape
| Attribute | Aloys Youmbi | Ellis Zorro |
| Age | 22 | 32 |
| Height | 6′0″ | 6′4″ |
| Reach | 72″ | 75″ |
| Record | 10-1-0 (9 KOs) | 18-2-0 (7 KOs) |
| KO Rate | 90% | 39% |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| Titles Held | Commonwealth Cruiserweight | Former British Title Challenger |
Aloys Youmbi – The Wrecking Ball Prospect
Strengths:
Devastating power with 9 stoppages in 10 wins
Aggressive, seek-and-destroy style
Athleticism and explosiveness in close range
Recent Form:
TKO win over David Jamieson (May 2025)
KO win over Lewis Oakford (Dec 2024)
UD win over Oronzo Birardi (Aug 2024)
Style Notes:
Prefers early pressure and body-head combinations
Rarely lets opponents settle into rhythm
Youmbi has rebounded impressively from a debut loss at age 18, stringing together highlight-reel knockouts and capturing the Commonwealth title. His win over Jamieson featured knockdowns in every round, showcasing his finishing instincts.
Ellis Zorro – The Veteran Rebuilder
Strengths:
Height and reach advantage
Experience against world-level opposition
Tactical clinch work and mid-range counters
Recent Form:
KO losses to Jai Opetaia (Round 1) and Cheavon Clarke (Round 8)
Points win over journeyman Viktar Chvarkou (April 2025)
Style Notes:
Relies on movement and high guard to frustrate opponents
Struggles under sustained pressure
Zorro’s career has been turbulent since his brutal KO loss to Opetaia in Riyadh. While he’s shown flashes of resilience, his punch resistance and lack of power have raised concerns heading into this matchup.
Key Matchup Dynamics
Power vs. Experience: Youmbi’s raw explosiveness vs. Zorro’s ring savvy
Pressure vs. Movement: Youmbi’s aggression vs. Zorro’s defensive footwork
Momentum vs. Redemption: Youmbi’s rise vs. Zorro’s attempt to revive his career
FIGHT ODDS
Aloys Youmbi – 1800
Ellis Zorro + 1100
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 25, 2025
