Three Southpaws with Heavy Hands to Keep an Eye On

Boxing has enjoyed a memorable year with undisputed fights and world championship clashes with contenders trying to move up the rankings. Southpaw boxers are a key component of these fascinating bouts that we have seen with Gervonta Davis, Vasyl Lomachenko and Shakur Stevenson, to name just three who have won fights in 2024. For those following these fighters and their upcoming fights, use a BetMGM bonus code. 

Big Fight Weekend brings you five heavy-handed southpaw boxers to watch out for.

Heavy-Handed Southpaw Boxers to Watch Out for

Murodjon Akhmadaliev

Murodjon Akhmadaliev (12-1, 9 KOs) has operated at a high level since making his winning professional debut on March 10, 2018. He has suffered one defeat, a split-decision loss to Marlon Tapales. His most impressive wins have come against Kevin Gonzalez and Ronny Rios. The Uzbek fighter has been linked heavily with a fight against Naoya Inoue.

Akhmadaliev is an exciting fighter who puts his shots together well and carries plenty of power. His next fight will be on December 14 against Ricardo Espinoza Franco for the WBA interim super bantamweight title.

Albert Batyrgaziev

Albert Batyrgaziev (11-0, 8 KOs) has mixed at a good level – since turning professional against Armen Ataev in 2020. His best wins have come against Ender Luces, Francis Villar Frometa and recently Jono Carroll.

The Russian fighter is at his best when he lets his hands go. His accuracy is impressive and he punches with spite. He cuts the ring off well and is great at closing fights out. Whoever faces Batyrgaziev is in for a tough fight.

Andy Hiraoka

Andy Hiraoka (24-0, 19 KOs) is fast making a name for himself in the super lightweight division and will pose a problem for any current title holders. Last time out, he systematically beat up Ismael Barroso before stopping him in round nine of their WBA eliminator.

Hiraoka utilises his hand speed impressively alongside his excellent counterpunching. His ability to counterpunch impressively sees him decisively punish his opponents. If you miss any opening against “Da Blade” it’s likely you will be cut down to size.