WBA Announces Charr vs. Pulev Heavyweight Bout on DAZN

The World Boxing Association (WBA) has officially announced a heavyweight clash between Mahmoud Charr and Kubrat Pulev, scheduled for December 7 at the Arena Sofia in Bulgaria. The bout, featuring Charr’s WBA “regular” heavyweight title defense, will be broadcast on DAZN—though not in Germany, Bulgaria, Austria, Switzerland, or Poland.

Fighter Profiles

Mahmoud Charr (34-4, 20 KOs), a Syrian-born fighter now based in Dubai, has faced a turbulent career marked by inactivity and legal hurdles. Despite winning the WBA “world” title against Alexander Ustinov in 2017, Charr has only fought three times in seven years. His last outing was a second-round victory over Nuri Seferi in December 2022. At 39 years old, Charr looks to shake off ring rust and make a successful defense of his title.

Kubrat Pulev (31-3, 14 KOs), a 43-year-old Bulgarian veteran, enters the bout with recent wins over Andrzej Wawrzyk and Ihor Shevadzutskyi. Pulev, ranked No. 7 by the WBA, is no stranger to high-profile fights, though his most notable recent performance was a narrow split-decision loss to Derek Chisora in 2022. Known for his resilience and boxing IQ, Pulev is seen as a strong challenger for Charr’s title.

The Stakes

This fight represents a pivotal moment for both fighters. For Charr, it’s a chance to reestablish his credibility as a titleholder after years of sporadic activity. For Pulev, it’s an opportunity to claim a heavyweight title on home soil in what could be one of the final chapters of his career.

Broadcasting Details

Fans with a DAZN subscription can catch this intriguing matchup live. However, regional restrictions will apply, leaving viewers in several countries—including Germany and Bulgaria—unable to tune in via the platform. With Bulgaria’s time zone favoring European audiences, DAZN plans to follow this bout with the Liam Paro vs. Richardson Hitchins card, making December 7 an action-packed day for fight fans.

Final Thoughts

While the heavyweight division has seen more significant matchups in recent years, Charr vs. Pulev promises an intriguing blend of narrative, experience, and stakes. For those able to watch, it could serve as a compelling appetizer for a busy day of boxing action.