Lausanne, Switzerland (July 15, 2023) – Patong Boxing Stadium witnessed IBA Champions’ Night thrilling boxing bouts that became history with its crème de la crème rivals from around the globe. In the exhibition warm-up fight of the day, two Thai boxers Khamron Klaphaisan and Adeison Boonvichit showed their skills in a 3-round format, where Klaphaisan celebrated […]
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EUBC Congress welcomes address from IBA President Umar Kremlev
Lausanne, Switzerland (July 14, 2023) – President of the International Boxing Association (IBA) Umar Kremlev addressed the Congress of the European Boxing Confederation (EUBC), held yesterday in Istanbul, Türkiye. The President greeted the delegates and voiced his encouragement for the member nations. The Extraordinary EUBC Congress was attended by 34 European countries. President of the International […]
IBA delivers extensive development modules for Oceania Boxing Confederation
Lausanne, Switzerland (July 6, 2023) – IBA’s development program for Oceania has started with a series of Educational Courses for the Oceania National Federations personnel. This includes IBA 1-Star R&J and ITO Courses that brought together more than 25 participants from Oceania region within OCBC Junior and Youth Boxing Championships in the capital city of […]
IBA Champions’ Night to take place in Phuket featuring La Cruz, Dusmatov, and Lopez
Lausanne, Switzerland (July 5, 2023) – – The next edition of IBA Champions’ Night will take place in Phuket, Thailand on 15 July 2023 featuring our top boxers fighting to become the Champion of Champions. An exciting fight card of seven bouts are awaiting both a local and international crowd that remain passionate about the […]
Less than 60 days left before the worldwide celebration of International Boxing Day
Lausanne, Switzerland – (June 30, 2023) As we have just hit the 60-day mark to International Boxing Day, the global boxing community is gearing up to celebrate together the sport that has captivated fans and athletes alike for many years. Set to take place on 27 August, the annual celebration brings together a boxing community […]
IBA President’s open letter to the Confederations and National Federations about the future
June 29, 2023 Dear Confederations, Dear National Federations, Today we would like to kindly address you all to deliver some important information about the future of IBA, albeit the initial thoughts and likely questions will not be addressed in this correspondence, but we have been working extremely hard on your behalf to shape the way […]
Open Letter to IBA National Federations and Boxing Family on behalf of President Kremlev
23 June 2023 Dear National Federations, I address you today following the IOC Session decision to withdraw the Olympic recognition of the International Boxing Association (IBA). It feels unjust that our efforts were not considered properly and that there was not enough time for them to make themselves familiar with IBA’s governance progress report. The […]
Official communication to the Leadership and Members of the IOC from the IBA
Lausanne, Switzerland (22 June 2023) – Today, on 22 June 2023, the IOC has made a tremendous error by withdrawing its recognition of the IBA, revealing its true politicized nature. It is noteworthy that on this very day, 82 years ago, fascist Germany launched an attack on the peaceful citizens of the Soviet Union, resulting […]
IBA announces Chris Roberts OBE as Interim Secretary General and CEO
Lausanne, Switzerland (19 June 2023) – The International Boxing Association (IBA) has announced significant organizational changes to its Lausanne based Head Office, including the departure of Mr George Yerolimpos from his position as Secretary General and CEO. The IBA extends its appreciation to Mr Yerolimpos for his dedication and tireless efforts during his tenure and wishes […]
IBA President Umar Kremlev welcomed by President of Venezuela Nicolas Maduro Moros in Caracas
Lausanne, Switzerland (17 June 2023) – IBA President Umar Kremlev arrived with an official visit to Venezuela to meet with the highest national authorities and to discuss support of boxing in the country. President of Venezuela Nicolas Maduro Moros welcomed Mr. Kremlev in his residency, The Miraflores Palace in Caracas. Leaders discussed the promotion of boxing […]