As a result of this fight, the Russian became a contender for the IBA welterweight championship belt (up to 67 kg).
“Today I boxed with a very experienced fighter, he is Mexican and preaches the classic style of Mexican boxing, a very strong and striking opponent,” the press service of the Russian Boxing Federation quotes Agrba. – I chose the boxing tactic as number two, so as not to take risks. He constantly kept his distance. We faced each other for all 10 rounds, so there was no way I could beat him ahead of schedule. Of course, my coaches and I are working to fight the strongest and most experienced boxers and defeat them ahead of schedule. I am satisfied with myself. We did a great job, my team coped with all the difficulties during the preparation for the fight.
In the co-main event of the night, the vacant IBA European champion belt in the weight category up to 63.5 kg was won by Russian Gabil Mamedov, who defeated Belarusian Dmitry Asanov by unanimous decision.
