Fight results

Zhengissov hasn’t yet fully showcased his offensive structure — in the first round, he ended the fight with a spectacular knockout in round two, arguably the best KO of the Grand Prix’s opening stage across all weight divisions. Nash, meanwhile, has already outpointed one Kazakh fighter — earning a decision victory in his opening bout.

Nash, just 20 years old, is six years younger than Zhengissov and only debuted professionally in spring 2024 following a solid amateur run. Zhengissov turned pro back in 2021, following the tradition of elite Kazakh boxers with strong amateur pedigrees — a clear advantage in high-level matchups.

Nash was busy in his first-round win, throwing 275 punches — over 40 per round on average. Zhengissov, on the other hand, didn’t need volume to get the job done — he scored an early knockout. Still, going six rounds shouldn't pose a problem for the Kazakh. Interestingly, both fighters recorded the same accuracy — 26% of their punches landed.

This will be Zhengissov’s third fight of the year — a significant uptick compared to his two bouts in 2024 and just one in 2023. For Nash, it’s his second fight of the year and only the second of his pro career. He’s still adapting to the professional ranks, so it’s too early to define trends in his career.

On paper, Zhengissov appears to have the heavier hands. He’s older, more seasoned, owns a higher knockout percentage, and delivered a clinical finish in round one. Nash’s power shouldn’t be dismissed, but it’s the Kazakh who seems to possess the greater threat in this category.

Both fighters display strong defensive fundamentals — excellent footwork, torso movement, and an overall commitment to avoiding damage. Their ability to limit clean shots is likely why they’ve both shown durability so far.

Neither fighter will have the home advantage — this is only the second time both will fight outside their respective countries. With a level playing field and no crowd or judging bias expected, it’s a pure test of skill and composure.

Zhengissov will be eager to extend his knockout streak to three. But landing on Nash won’t be easy. The American already overcame one Kazakh fighter in round one — and doing it again would be a serious statement at this stage of his young career. Taking down two representatives of such a respected boxing nation this early would be a major feather in his cap.