St. Petersburg, October 27, 2024 — The Lakhta Hall multifunctional sports and entertainment complex hosted an international professional boxing and kickboxing tournament for the heavyweight champion belt. The organizers and general sponsors of the event were PKRF Group of Companies and the international B2B platform AKTAWA.

The tournament has become not only a vibrant sporting event, but also an important step in promoting brands on the international stage, strengthening the position of companies as socially responsible players supporting the development of sports and a healthy lifestyle.

Tournament status and geography

The event attracted the attention of viewers from Russia, Europe and other countries, confirming the status of one of the most prestigious competitions of the year. The program included 10 exciting fights with the participation of the best fighters, each of whom demonstrated skill, endurance and fighting spirit. The tournament has become a platform for strengthening international sports ties and popularizing martial arts.

The main events of the evening

The tournament culminated in a title fight for the heavyweight champion belt, in which Russian boxer Maxim Konoplyanikov (founder of PKRF Group and AKTAWA) defeated an experienced opponent, Kevin Rodrigo, representing France and Cameroon, by knockout. This fight became a real highlight of the evening and caused a storm of emotions among the audience.

Another highlight was the final kickboxing bout, which was won by Mansur Vaduyev (Chechen Republic). He demonstrated great technique and the will to win, confirming his status as one of the best fighters of the tournament and winning the hearts of the audience.

Organization and atmosphere

The tournament was organized at the highest level. The presenter was the famous Alexander Zagorsky, whose voice added solemnity and dynamics to each entry of the fighters into the ring. The commentators were Konstantin Osipov and world kickboxing champion Vladimir Tyurin, who professionally covered the course of the fights. A special atmosphere was created by the live music of the popular cover band "Kryukov Band", which accompanied the entire program of the tournament.

Live broadcasts and media coverage

The fights were broadcast live by the National Satellite Company Tricolor, which allowed thousands of viewers around the world to watch the event in real time. Recordings of the broadcasts became available in the online cinema Kinopoisk, significantly expanding the audience and contributing to the popularization of boxing and kickboxing among the general public.

The role of the PKRF and AKTAWA as organizers

PKRF Group and AKTAWA acted not only as organizers, but also as general sponsors of the tournament. The support of such a large-scale event underlines the companies' commitment to the development of sports, the promotion of a healthy lifestyle and the strengthening of the international image of Russian business.

Artyom Kharkov, representative of the PKRF Group of Companies:

"We are proud that we were able to organize such a large-scale event. The tournament has become not only a sporting event, but also a platform for strengthening business ties and promoting our values. Sports and business can successfully interact, creating unique opportunities for development and promotion."

The strategic importance of the event

Organizing an international boxing and kickboxing tournament is not only a contribution to the development of sports, but also an effective business tool that allows you to make yourself known on the world stage. The PKRF and AKTAWA have proven that sports and business can successfully interact, creating unique opportunities to strengthen business ties, promote brands and create a positive image of Russian companies abroad.

Future plans

The next major international boxing tournament is planned to be held in 2025, which will continue the tradition and become a new step in supporting talented athletes and popularizing the sport. The PKRF and AKTAWA confirm their readiness to further support sports projects, develop international cooperation and strengthen their positions on the global stage.

The PKRF and AKTAWA continue to work systematically to develop sports, education, and quality of life, making Russia a better place in sports, business, and technology.