Ilunga Makabu vs Badou Jack
On February 26, 2023, Ilunga Makabu (29-2, 25 KOs), the cruiserweight WBC champion, defends his title against the reigning WBC cruiserweight champion Badou Jack (27-3-3, 16 KOs).
Makabu vs Jack Stats
Ilunga Makabu is coming in to the fight on a 10-fight win streak with a 80% KO rate; his last fight was a split decision win over Thabiso Mchunu, 1 year and 28 days ago. Badou Jack is on a 5-fight win streak with a 48% KO rate, with his last fight being a split decision win over Richard Rivera, 6 months and 6 days ago.
Makabu vs Jack Prediction & Odds
The winning odds are at 65.9-34.1 in favor of Badou Jack, but it is going to be a hard-earned victory. Ilunga Makabu is going to put on an exceptional fight, Jack better be prepared for one of the toughest fights of his life.
Makabu vs Jack Result
Badou Jack stopped the champion via TKO in the final round of the 12-round world-title fight, and is crowned the new WBC cruiserweight champion. Jack improves his record to 28-3-3 (17 KOs), while Makabu adds a loss to his record at 29-3.