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Karen ChukhajyanUkrainian professional boxer of Armenian descent
Date of Birth: 23.04.1996
Country:  Ukraine |
Content:
- Early Life and Boxing Beginnings
- Amateur Career Highlights
- Professional Debut and Title Contentions
- WBC Youth Silver Champion
- WBO International Champion
- Accolades and Recognition
Early Life and Boxing Beginnings
Karen Chukhadzhian, an Armenian-Ukrainian professional boxer, was born on April 23, 1996, in Kyiv, Ukraine. Embarking on his boxing journey at the tender age of 11, he showcased his prowess by earning the title of Master of Sports of Ukraine in 2014.
Amateur Career Highlights
In 2015, Chukhadzhian made a remarkable appearance in the "Super 8" tournament, securing the second-place spot. This achievement propelled him into professional boxing.
Professional Debut and Title Contentions
Guided by former WBA world champion Vyacheslav Senchenko, Chukhadzhian made his professional debut under the wing of the Ukrainian promotion company Sparta Boxing Promotions. In 2017, he triumphed against Steve Suppan, claiming the WBO Youth World Champion belt. Continuing his momentum, he successfully defended his title against Enes Ciftci in 2018.
WBC Youth Silver Champion
In October 2018, at the 56th WBC Congress, Chukhadzhian defeated Dylan Loza, earning him the prestigious WBC Youth Silver title. He subsequently defended the belt against Carlos Mohammed Rodriguez in 2019.
WBO International Champion
On February 1, 2020, Chukhadzhian outboxed the undefeated Sergey Vorobyev in Kaliningrad, Russia, capturing the WBO International title.
Accolades and Recognition
Chukhadzhian has achieved a prominent position by consistently ranking among the top 15 WBO welterweight boxers.
