Fight results

For Daniel, this fight will present the most aggressive and physically challenging opponent of his career. For Dylan, it’s a matchup against the most technically skilled fighter he’s ever faced.

Colin, a former kickboxer, carries traits typical of that background. Such fighters often rely on firm footing, limited mobility, but substantial punching power. However, Colin doesn’t fully fit this mold. He moves well, maneuvers opponents effectively in close quarters, and excels in clinches, where he ties up his opponents' hands and attacks from tight angles.

Lapin, on the other hand, has a refined style suited to long-range boxing. He breaks opponents down with combinations and disrupts their attacks with his precise jab. This fight will test how well those skills hold up against a physical, pressuring opponent like Colin.

The Frenchman is 31, while the Ukrainian is 27, but their professional boxing experience is relatively equal. For both, this is a step up in competition and a test of their respective skill sets.

Colin’s background in professional kickboxing gives him an edge in terms of general combat experience. However, this will be his first appearance on a stage as grand as Usyk-Fury 2, unlike Lapin, who has already fought on major cards.

Lapin is undeniably the busier fighter. He combines well from distance, keeping opponents at bay and breaking them down as they try to close the gap.

Colin prefers to rely on power shots, thriving at mid-range and close quarters. It’s in these spaces that he creates the most problems for his opponents.

Lapin has a clear edge in activity. This will be his third fight in 2024, whereas Colin is stepping into the ring for the first time this year. Lapin is fresh, well-prepared, and free of ring rust, while Colin will have to shake off the cobwebs during the fight itself.

Both fighters have four stoppage wins to their names. However, Lapin’s precision and power combination sets him apart.

In his first six fights, Daniel didn’t score any knockouts—likely due to strategic decisions rather than a lack of ability. Now, he’s riding a streak of four consecutive stoppage victories. He has shown he can finish opponents with head or body shots, making him a well-rounded threat.

It’s difficult to assess the durability of either fighter given their limited track record against elite opposition. Neither has been truly tested.

That could change in this fight. Colin will face a new level of precision and power from Lapin, while Daniel will take on the most physically imposing opponent of his career.

This will be Lapin’s third fight in Saudi Arabia, having previously competed in Jeddah and Riyadh. While the venues aren’t “home turf,” they’re familiar ground for him.

For Dylan Colin, this marks his first professional fight outside of France. Despite his experience in kickboxing, boxing on such a massive stage as Usyk-Fury 2, in a foreign country, could add an extra layer of pressure.

Lapin is in excellent form, riding a streak of four consecutive stoppage wins and having already fought twice in 2024. He’s returning to Riyadh with confidence, benefiting from a training camp alongside Oleksandr Usyk.

Colin, while experienced in combat sports, hasn’t fought since 2023. His first fight outside of France comes on a massive card, and the pressure of the occasion could test his mental fortitude.

While Colin poses a tough challenge with his size, strength, and dual-discipline experience, Lapin’s current form and preparation suggest he is well-equipped for a confident victory.