Noel Mikaelian

3 stories covering Noel Mikaelian — news, results and analysis.

Boxing

Benavidez's Undisputed Plan Hits a Wall as Mikaelian Bails

The 32-0 WBO/WBC champ eyed a December 12 unification. Now Noel Mikaelian's gone to fight Jai Opetaia instead, and Benavidez needs a new dance partner.

Aug 5, 2026

Boxing

Opetaia vs Mikaelian Lands on Garcia-Benn Card — If Don King Allows It

Unbeaten cruiserweight king Jai Opetaia (30-0, 23 KO) meets Noel Mikaelian on September 12, but a Don King lawsuit could blow the whole thing up.

Aug 4, 2026

Boxing

Benavidez Eyes Mikaelian in November as Cruiserweight Plans Firm Up

Fresh off stopping Gilberto Ramírez in six, the unbeaten 32-0 'Mexican Monster' is closing in on a WBC title unification against Noel Mikaelian.

Jul 29, 2026