In the arena of junior middleweights, Jordan Panthen, a fighter with a clean record of seven victories, no defeats, and a striking six by knockout, is stepping into the ring once more. This time, his opponent is the seasoned Ravshan Hudaynazarov from Uzbekistan, boasting nineteen wins, five losses, and fourteen knockouts to his name. The clash is scheduled for an eight-round headline event on April 4 at The Hangar in Costa Mesa, California, with live coverage on TrillerTV.
Fresh off a week of rigorous sparring with Tim Tszyu, the WBO 154lb World Champion in Las Vegas, Panthen is back in his groove, training under Julian Chua at the renowned Brickhouse Boxing Gym in North Hollywood. Panthen remarked on his sparring with Tszyu, noting it as a remarkable and reciprocal exchange of skill, but emphasized his focus on the upcoming fight.
Determined to maintain an active fighting schedule, Panthen jumped back into training immediately after his last triumph on February 15, where he delivered a stunning first-round knockout against Adam Diu Abdulhamid with a potent body shot.
Since his debut in the professional ring in August 2022, Panthen has been turning heads, garnering praise from elite trainers and champions alike for his compelling fights and sparring sessions with top-ranked contenders. Gilberto Ramirez, a former world champion, lauded Panthen’s talent and drive, predicting a world championship in his future if he stays the course.
Ronnie Shields, a trainer with a stable of world champions, coordinated a sparring trip to Houston for Panthen and came away impressed by his prowess and entertaining fighting style. Paulie Malignaggi, an ex-champion and commentator, described Panthen as a fighter with an old-school, aggressive approach, eager not just to win but to dominate his opponents.
Malik Scott, who has trained heavyweight world champion Deontay Wilder, praised Panthen’s relentless aggression and sharp boxing intellect, guided daily by Coach Julian.