Christian Mbilli is on the brink of a major breakthrough in his boxing career. At 29 and with an undefeated record of 27 wins (23 by knockout), he stands as a top contender in the super middleweight class, currently ranked #1 by the WBC, #2 by the WBA, and #3 by both the IBF and WBO. Despite his impressive credentials, he remains somewhat overshadowed by the popular Saul “Canelo” Alvarez, who has previously held all four major titles, complicating Mbilli’s path to a world championship opportunity.

To speed up his ascent, Mbilli has partnered with Top Rank, one of the premier promotions in boxing, which will provide him with greater visibility and access to high-profile fights, including his upcoming match against veteran Sergiy Derevyanchenko in Quebec.

The bout is crucial for Mbilli’s career advancement, especially since Derevyanchenko has faced prominent opponents such as Gennady Golovkin and Daniel Jacobs. A decisive victory over Derevyanchenko could significantly elevate Mbilli’s status in the sport, making world title fights a real possibility.

Leading up to this pivotal match, RMC Sport has released “La dernière marche,” a documentary detailing Mbilli’s journey from childhood to his current status in boxing, including interviews with Mbilli and his coaches. As Mbilli himself stated, “With Derevyanchenko, we’re stepping up a level. If I win spectacularly, everything becomes possible after this fight.” The French boxing community is eager for his success, as a championship title would greatly benefit the sport in France.