International Boxing Hall of Fame 2022 Kickoff
Experience the excitement of the 2022 International Boxing Hall of Fame at Turning Stone Resort Casino
Boxing's biggest event makes a historic return on Friday, June 10
The boxing world is buzzing as fans from across the country make plans to be in Upstate New York to mark an epic International Boxing Hall of Fame (IBHOF) Induction Weekend next month. The main event kicks off Friday, June 10, 2022, at Turning Stone Resort Casino in Verona, NY.
In the ring, two-time Olympian and 2020 Gold Medalist Bakhodir Jalolov of Uzbekistan - the "Big Uzbek" - (10-0, 10 KOs) will face off with the Belgian rising star "Big Jack" Mulowayi (11-2-1, 7 KOs) in a heavyweight battle for the ages. The fight marks the first time in SHOWTIME's SHOBOX: The New Generation®'s history that a heavyweight Olympic gold medalist will headline an event.
In the stands, 4350 lucky fans will get to watch this 8-round showdown live in person at Turning Stone's Event Center. Across the entire resort, the stage is set to celebrate the biggest event of the season. Tickets are on sale now.
Bakhodir Jalolov vs Jack Mulowayi both have their sights set on becoming boxing's world champion
See them up close with Turning Stone's seven ringside sections | Friday night boxing fight tickets: $39 - $129
"Go for the gold." It's a battle cry and mantra that resonates across pro sports and into the professional world as an iconic symbol of victory. After doing just that by winning Olympic gold in Tokoyo in 2020 in the Men's Super Heavy competition, Bakhodir Jalolov immediately set his sights on the next prize: becoming the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world.
But the "Big Uzbek", who has been boxing since age 12 and packs a wrecking ball southpaw punch, will have to make it past one of boxing's up-and-coming fighters first. "Big Jack" Mulowayi will enter the ring on a four-win streak and has promised to deliver an explosive performance.
Mulowayi, who fights professionally out of Belgium, is crossing the pond on a mission. He's excited to return to the U.S. and face a contender whose medals don't intimidate him.
Born in Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, boxing is not only in Mulowayi's blood, it's in the zeitgeist of his hometown. Kinshasa cemented its place in boxing's history books when two other Olympic gold medalists - Muhammad Ali and George Foreman - battled it out in boxing's legendary "Rumble in the Jungle" in 1974.
It was in Mulowayi's hometown in the Congo that Ali reclaimed his heavyweight title and earned his nickname: "The Greatest." Mulowayi intends to put Kinshasa back in the boxing world headlines as he makes his own move for a world championship.
June 10 New York Boxing Fight Night Details
BAKHODIR JALOLOV
Nickname: "Big Uzbek"
Hometown: Sariosiyo, Uzbekistan
Fighting out of Brooklyn, New York, USA
Age: 27
Height/Reach: 6' 7" (201 cm)
Division: Heavyweight
Turned Pro: 2018
Pro record: 10-0 (10 KOs)
Olympic Record: 2020 Tokyo Gold Men's Super Heavy, 2016 Rio #5 Super-Heavyweight
JACK MULOWAYI
Nickname: "Big Jack"
Hometown: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
Fighting out of Merksem, Antwerpen, Belgium
Age: 35
Height: 6' 5" (197 cm)
Division: Heavyweight
Turned Pro: 2015
Pro Record: (11-2-1, 7 KOs)
Q: How much are boxing fight tickets?
A: Tickets for Bakhodir Jalolov vs Jack Mulowayi on June 10 are $39 - $129. Purchase tickets online today.
Q: Where is the Boxing Hall of Fame 2022 weekend's opening fight?
A: Jalolov and Mulowayi will square off at Turning Stone Resort Casino, New York's most awarded resort located in Verona, NY about 30 east of Syracuse.
Q: What time is the fight between Jalolov and Mulowayi?
A: The fight is Friday night, June 10. The event starts 7:00pm EST, with doors opening at 6:00pm EST.
Q: How close are the seats to the ring?
A: Turning Stone's Event Center has played host to some of the most exciting boxing events in New York. It seats 4350 fans for pro boxing events and includes seven ringside sections.
Q: How much is parking at the Turning Stone Event Center?
A: Parking is free and includes several lots and a multistory parking garage next to the Event Center. There is also a free shuttle for lots farther out. Valet parking is complimentary for overnight guests of The Tower, The Hotel and The Lodge or only $6 for day guests at these same entrances.
Turning Stone is a favorite venue in New York for pro boxing
Mike Tyson, Marvin Hagler, Riddick Bowe and more helped put Turning Stone on the boxing map
Boxing is one of the world's most enduring sports - and one of the oldest, dating all the way back to the Bronze Age. As the fifth-largest attraction in New York, Turning Stone set out to make Central New York the premier boxing destination in the Northeast.
Ever since joining forces with the International Boxing Hall of Fame, Turning Stone's celebration weekends each June have become bigger and better. Past events include appearances by some of the biggest names in the sport including Vitali Klitschko, Mike Tyson, Miguel Cotto, Marvin Hagler, Riddick Bowe and more.
A once-in-a-lifetime Boxing Hall of Fame Trilogy
Honoring inductees for the Classes of 2020, 2021 and 2022
In addition to the Friday night fight on June 10, the annual Banquet of Champions dinner at the Event Center will welcome three years of inductees into the Hall of Fame: the class of 2022, as well as the classes of 2020 and 2021, whose induction ceremonies were postponed due to COVID-19.
Former U.S. Olympic light-heavyweight Gold Medalist Andre Ward will be among the inductees of the 2021 Hall of Fame class.
International Boxing Hall of Fame Class of 2020
The IBHOF Class of 2020 includes Bernard Hopkins, Juan Manuel Marquez, Shane Mosley, Christy Martin, Lucia Rijker, Barbara Buttrick, Frank Erne, Paddy Ryan, Lou DiBella, Kathy Duva, Dan Goosen, Bernard Fernandez and Thomas Hauser.
International Boxing Hall of Fame Class of 2021
IBHOF's Class of 2021 includes Wladimir Klitschko, Floyd Mayweather, Andre Ward, Laila Ali, Ann Wolfe, Marian Trimiar, Jackie Tonawanda, Davey Moore, Freddie Brown, Dr. Margaret Goodman, Jackie McCoy, George Kimball and Jay Larkin.
International Boxing Hall of Fame Class of 2022
For 2022, the Boxing Hall of Fame list of inductees includes living champions Miguel Cotto, Roy Jones Jr. and James Toney in the men's Modern category' champions Regina Halmich and Holly Holm in the women's Modern category; publicist Bill Caplan in the Non-Participant category; and journalist Ron Borges and historian.
Other Boxing Hall of Fame Weekend Events
Get Ready for the Ultimate Boxing After Party
As with previous years, Turning Stone will be hosting the Ultimate Boxing After Party. The weekend schedule of events includes live entertainment and specials across several of its Exit 33 entertainment venues.
Turn the event into a well-earned weekend getaway with one of Turning Stone's popular vacation packages, award-winning golf, live entertainment, two award-winning spas plus so much more. Book your stay at The Hotel or The Tower, and get in on the heart of the action. Or choose The Lodge for an all-suites, luxurious escape.
With boating season kicking off, June is the perfect time to discover The Cove at Sylvan Beach, week-long vacation cottages that include your own pontoon boat to play on Oneida Lake for the length of your stay.
Among the 20+ restaurants on property at Turning Stone, be sure to stop by the all-new 7 Kitchens, with seven unique artisan buffet stations celebrating elevated American, European and Asian favorites and reimagined cuisines for one set price.
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