Neeraj Goyat debuts on the MVP card against Whindersson Nunes

India’s top boxer and WBC Asia title holder Neeraj Goyat is set to make his Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) debut against Brazilian sensation Whindersson Nunes. The exciting confrontation is part of the undercard of the Paul x Tyson and Taylor x Serrano 2 event, scheduled for Saturday, July 20th. The fight between Neeraj Goyat and Whindersson Nunes is a six-round professional bout at super middleweight at 165 pounds.

This clash is part of an action-packed undercard which also features Sylve against Schofield and Chavez Jr. The main event features an 8-round heavyweight clash between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson, alongside the highly anticipated women’s boxing rematch between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano for the undisputed super lightweight world title, contested over 10 rounds. The event will take place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, home of the Dallas Cowboys.

Neeraj Goyat, with a record of 18-4-2 (8 KOs), is one of the most prominent figures in boxing. Born in Begampur, Karnal, Haryana, India, Goyat began his boxing career in 2006 and quickly rose to prominence. He won gold at the National Youth Tournament in 2008 and is a three-time WBC Asia titleholder (2015, 2016 and 2017). He was named “Honorary Boxer of the Year” in 2017 by WBC Asia and became the first Indian boxer to enter the WBC World Rankings.

Goyat faced a setback in 2019 due to a car accident, which postponed a big fight against Amir Khan. However, he made a strong comeback and gained worldwide attention in the spring of 2024 through a viral social media campaign challenging MVP co-founder Jake Paul. This campaign led to a showdown in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and Goyat ultimately signed for MVP. His social media campaign garnered over 150 million views, making him a viral sensation.

“I couldn’t be more excited to make my MVP debut in what promises to be the biggest boxing event in history,” said Neeraj Goyat. “With millions of fans in India watching my every move, I’m not just fighting for myself; I’m fighting to make history and make my country proud. Thank you to Nakisa and the entire MVP team, and of course Netflix for this opportunity to shine on the biggest stage imaginable, I hope every Indian around the world tunes in to this historic event.”

Whindersson Nunes, Brazilian icon and social media superstar, has a boxing record of 2-2-1 (1 KO). Known for his charismatic presence, Nunes faced legendary world champion Acelino “Popo” Freitas in 2022, resulting in a draw. With more than 100 million followers across social platforms, including 59.5 million on Instagram and 44.6 million on YouTube, Nunes is a significant figure in both the digital and boxing worlds. He trains with coaches Diego Rodrigues and Caio Franco, alongside Olympic medalist Esquiva Falcão, for his next fight.

“I grew up watching big names in boxing, so having the opportunity to be part of this card and challenge myself in this sport is an honor. As I’ve said before, boxing is more than a fight: it’s an art that requires a lot of technique, timing and strategy. I have been preparing myself daily with my coaches to present my best version of a fighter in Texas and, once again, defend and make my country proud.” said Whindersson Nunes.

Nakisa Bidarian and Jake Paul, co-founders of Most Valuable Promotions, are excited about the global appeal of this event. “By featuring two more international stars, Neeraj Goyat and Whindersson Nunes, along with the rest of our historic card, we are strategically complementing Paul vs. Tyson and Taylor versus Serrano 2 to boost patriotic engagement with the event from two of the biggest countries in the world. the world,” they said.

“Neeraj Goyat is arguably the greatest Indian boxer of all time and will now have the opportunity to represent India in one of the biggest boxing events of all time. Whindersson Nunes is returning to the ring against a much more experienced boxer and it shows what a tough Brazilian he is, ready to take on the challenge – you have to respect that.”

These clashes are not just about exciting fights, but also unite fans from all over the world for an unforgettable experience and promote boxing around the world.

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