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Olympic welterweight champion Daniyar Yeleussinov says his next fight will open a new chapter in his pro career, with plans pointing to a card linked to Turki Al‑Sheikh and UFC president Dana White — a high‑profile platform for the 34‑year‑old.

This was reported by the Infohub.kz news agency.

A champion at 34: accolades and milestones

Yeleussinov is a 2013 world amateur champion and the Rio 2016 Olympic gold medalist. He also held an IBO world title during his professional run.

He remains the most recent Kazakh boxer to win Olympic gold, underscoring his status in the country’s boxing lineage.

Next bout: a new phase with major promoters

Describing the upcoming fight as the start of a new phase, Yeleussinov said his team has begun preparations while the date is still to be finalized.

He indicated the event is expected to be staged under a promotion involving Turki Al‑Sheikh and Dana White, signaling an elevated stage for his return.

On influencer boxing

Addressing the rise of blogger and influencer bouts, the Kazakh star acknowledged their audience appeal and ratings potential but stressed that sporting integrity and professionalism must remain paramount.

The toughest stretch of his career

Yeleussinov spoke candidly about the psychological toll of injury layoffs and time away from the ring. In those periods, he said, discipline and patience become decisive.

On the Janibek Alimkhanuly case

Weighing in on the situation around Janibek Alimkhanuly, Yeleussinov urged against rushing to judgment. He emphasized waiting for official conclusions, fair investigation, and transparent communication.

Where to watch the full interview

The full conversation was published on January 5, 2026, on the SauBall YouTube channel.