International Boxing Federation (IBF) No. 3 minimumweight contender Dianxing Zhu of China has expressed strong confidence that he will knock out Filipino boxer Ian Abne in their upcoming IBF world minimumweight title eliminator bout. The fight serves as the main event of the "Fist of Fury 10 - The Eliminator" boxing event scheduled for May 9, 2026, at the historic New Cebu Coliseum in Cebu City, Philippines.
Zhu's Confidence and Promise
In an interview, Zhu stated that he is 100 percent confident of securing a victory in his much-anticipated clash with Abne at the iconic Cebu venue. Zhu acknowledged that Filipino boxing fans expect a genuine slugfest, and he is ready to deliver precisely that. He expressed no doubt whatsoever that he will win by knockout.
Zhu's manager, Robin Wong, emphasized his fighter's immense potential to become a world champion and stressed that they will not waste this golden opportunity. The winner of the Zhu-Abne bout will become the mandatory contender for IBF minimumweight champion Pedro Taduran, who will personally attend the fight to scout his next opponent.
Manager's Statement
Wong elaborated that aside from his skills, Zhu possesses extraordinary determination, which they consistently witness in training. "I believe, barring any surprises, Zhu Dianxing will finish his opponent by knockout, no matter what fighting style the opponent uses," Wong declared.
Fighters' Records
Zhu holds a professional record of 16 wins, 1 loss, and 14 knockouts. Meanwhile, Abne, who is affiliated with the Cebu-based ARQ Boxing Stable and ranked IBF No. 4, boasts an undefeated record of 12 wins, 0 losses, 2 draws, and 4 knockouts.
