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The IBF and WBO World Middleweight title bout between Andrei Mikhailovich and Zhanibek Alimkhanuly will take place at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada. Two unbeaten middleweights will square off, protecting their perfect records. After turning pro in 2016, Alimkhanuly has successfully defended his titles in 15 fights, finishing 10 opponents by knockout. His most recent TKO victory over Vincenzo Gualtieri has increased his reputation as a rising star in the middleweight division. Younger but just as tough, Mikhailovich started his career in 2018 and has won 21 fights with 13 knockouts, most recently defeating Les Sherrington. Their recent fights underscore a trajectory of increasing challenges and successes. Zhanibek Alimkhanuly is the heavy favorite with odds of 1.1 (-1600), indicating a high chance of winning. Andrei Mikhailovich is the obvious underdog, with longshot odds of 11.8 (+1080). Alimkhanuly’s chances of winning by KO/TKO/DQ are high, valued at 1.2 (-500). On the other hand, Mikhailovich’s chances of winning by knockout are far lower, at 18.0 (+1700). Decisions or points victory also lean heavily in favor of Alimkhanuly with odds of 8.0 (+700), compared to Mikhailovich’s slim chance of 27.0 (+2600). Betting trends indicate confidence in Alimkhanuly’s ability to deliver a strong finish.