The highly anticipated Christian Mbilli vs. Sergiy Derevyanchenko showdown is set to electrify the Centre Videotron in Quebec, Canada, this Saturday. This 10-round super middleweight clash is shaping up to be one of the most captivating non-title bouts of the year.
Mbilli has been on a relentless knockout streak since turning pro in 2017. He dispatched his first thirteen opponents with decisive knockouts and took down formidable challengers like Nadjib Mohammedi and Demond Nicholson. 'Solide' is coming off a stunning 40-second stoppage of Mark Heffron this past May.
The 29-year-old French-born Canadian captured the vacant WBC Continental Americas super middleweight title with a third-round TKO against Ronny Landaeta in September 2021 and has successfully defended it six times since then.
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Meanwhile, Derevyanchenko, a seasoned former three-time world title challenger, is fresh off a unanimous decision victory against Vaughn Alexander this past April. 'The Technician' has fought valiantly in narrow defeats against top-tier opponents such as Danny Jacobs and Gennadiy Golovkin. Following his loss to Jaime Munguia in June 2023, Derevyanchenko successfully moved up to the super middleweight division,
Christian Mbilli vs. Sergiy Derevyanchenko: Which songs have both boxers walked out to?
The boxers' entrances are watershed moments that amplify the grandeur of a high-stakes fight, transforming the arena into a stage brimming with anticipation. These elaborate walkouts mesmerize the audience, creating an electric atmosphere that sets the stage for the epic battle about to commence.
While the walkout songs for the Christian Mbilli vs. Sergiy Derevyanchenko showdown remain shrouded in mystery, we can look through the tracks they've selected for their past entrances.
With an undefeated professional record of 27-0 with a staggering 23 victories by knockout, Mbilli is determined to extend his flawless streak as he faces the toughest test of his career yet.
'300 Violin Orchestra' by Jorge Quintero appears to be a personal anthem for 'Solide,' who has repeatedly chosen this instrumental track for his ring walkouts, most recently using it for his bout against Rohan Murdock in January.
On the other hand, Derevyanchenko, boasting a professional record of 15-5 with 10 knockout victories, is eager to build on the momentum from his last triumph. Notably, the Ukrainian has never been finished in the ring—his five defeats have all come by decision.
'The Technician' appears to have a strong affinity for heavy metal and rock anthems when making his grand entrances. On multiple occasions, he's chosen 'Seven Nation Army' by The White Stripes to set the tone for his battles in the squared circle.