The third friendly match between the Serbian and Russian men's boxing teams, originally scheduled for May 29, 2026, at the "Lagator" hall in Loznica, has been postponed to a later date in the calendar year due to injuries sustained by several Serbian representatives.

Currently, Rastko Simić, Jovan Nikolić, Dimitri Gorbenko, Artur Nagapetian, and Marko Pižurica are dealing with injuries, making it impossible for the Serbian team's coaching staff to field a complete roster for the upcoming duel.

The decision to postpone was made jointly, with the agreement of the organizers and representatives of both teams, prioritizing the health of the athletes and maintaining the quality of the event.

Previous Friendly Matches

The friendly matches between Serbia and Russia have garnered significant attention from boxing enthusiasts. A duel held in February in Sochi was particularly notable, praised for its success from both a sporting and organizational standpoint. The positive impact and the desire to continue cooperation have led the two teams to plan another event in Loznica as soon as conditions permit.

The Impact of Friendly Matches

Such matches play a crucial role in preparing boxers for major international competitions, assessing form, and affirming young talents. They also strengthen sports ties between the two countries.

According to the organizers, the public in Loznica will have the opportunity to enjoy top-tier boxing and the performances of the best young talents from Serbia and Russia in the new date. The public will be informed of the new match date in good time.

(Telegraf.rs)