Boxing Match Preview: Muhammadkhuja Yaqubov (22-1-0, 12 KOs) vs William Foster III (19-2-0, 11 KOs)

Fighter Profiles

Muhammadkhuja Yaqubov

Record: 22-1-0 (12 KOs)

Age: 30

Height: 5’5″

Reach: 69.7″

Stance: Orthodox

Hometown: Isfara, Tajikistan

Trainer/Gym: RCC Academy

Ranking: WBC #5 at 130 lbs

Style & Strengths:
Yaqubov is a technically sound boxer with excellent footwork and timing. He’s patient, accurate, and rarely wastes punches. His lone loss came via UD to current WBC champ O’Shaquie Foster in 2022, but he’s since won four straight, including a TKO of Zafar Parpiev in Russia.

William “The Silent Assassin” Foster III

Record: 19-2-0 (11 KOs)

Age: 31

Height: 5’10”

Reach: 69.5″

Stance: Southpaw

Hometown: New Haven, Connecticut

Ranking: WBA #7 at 130 lbs

Style & Strengths:
Foster is a rangy, cerebral southpaw with deceptive power and slick defense. He’s coming off a dominant UD win over Brandon Benitez and has shown steady improvement since a split decision loss in 2023. His height and reach give him a natural advantage in controlling distance.

Tale of the Tape

Attribute	Yaqubov	Foster III
Record	22-1-0 (12 KOs)	19-2-0 (11 KOs)
Age	30	31
Height	5’5″	5’10”
Reach	69.7″	69.5″
Stance	Orthodox	Southpaw
KO %	55%	58%
Pro Rounds	143	120
Rankings	WBC #5	WBA #7

Fight Analysis & Prediction

Yaqubov’s Edge: Experience, ring IQ, and composure under pressure. He’s fought more rounds and has faced elite competition.

Foster’s Threat: Height, southpaw stance, and recent momentum. His ability to box from range could frustrate Yaqubov.

X-Factor: Yaqubov’s ability to close distance and land clean counters. If Foster can’t keep him outside, the fight tilts toward the Tajik.