Noel Mikaelyan: record, next fight and profile →
After an unfortunate 2025 that may have been even worse than his 2024, Ryan Rozicki is entering the second month of 2026 in a better position – as the WBC’s first-ranked cruiserweight
The bruising over his left eye still prominent, Noel Mikaelian didn’t blink when told fellow cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia was calling him out.
Jai Opetaia has responded to Norair “Noel” Mikaeljan’s victory over Badou Jack by demanding a unification contest with the new WBC cruiserweight champion in 2026
Noel Mikaelian responded to a narrow cruiserweight title loss in May by reclaiming his WBC belt Saturday night in Los Angeles, defeating Badou Jack by unanimous decision.
Varied experiences and clean living are just some of the reasons Badou Jack, 42, believes he has an edge in his rematch with Noel Mikaelian in his Saturday cruiserweight title defense.
Norair “Noel” Mikaeljan will gain revenge over Badou Jack after having had a full training camp to prepare for him, according to his new training partner Tim Tszyu
Ballo will face Darel Harris on the undercard of the Badou Jack-Noel Mikaelyan rematch.
Badou Jack has a point to prove in the final stretch of his career as he makes his case for the Hall of Fame.
With just three weeks to prepare for his first fight with Badou Jack, there was always a nagging doubt in the back of Noel Mikaelian’s mind that he did not have enough time.
The rematch between Badou Jack and Noel Mikaelyan now carries a good cause along with a major belt at stake.