Adam Azim’s Road to 2025: Three-Fight Plan Begins with Sergey Lipinets
Adam Azim, one of boxing’s brightest young talents, has laid out a clear and ambitious path for 2025. After a year of personal growth and development in 2024, the 22-year-old boxer is now set to take on his most formidable opponent yet — former world champion Sergey Lipinets. This fight is the first of a three-fight plan that Azim believes will solidify his status as one of the top fighters in the super-lightweight division.
A Year of Growth: Personal Development and Boxing Dedication
Azim’s 2024 was marked by a series of challenges, including an ankle injury that kept him out of the ring for several months. However, he has embraced the setbacks and used them to fuel his personal and professional growth. “I had to learn how to handle frustration, but everything happens for a reason,” Azim told Boxing News. Despite limited action, with only two fights in 2024, Azim views the year as a positive chapter in his career, learning crucial lessons in resilience and maturity.
Aside from refining his skills in the gym with coach Shane McGuigan, Azim has also focused on improving his outside-the-ring persona. “I’m working on my media stuff, too,” he said, highlighting his efforts to enhance his communication skills. One of the unique aspects of Azim’s training regimen involved reading the Harry Potter series, which he believes will help him improve his English and interview skills. This commitment to growth, both as a fighter and a public figure, shows Azim’s dedication to becoming not just a great boxer, but a complete boxing brand.
The Next Step: Sergey Lipinets
Azim’s first major test of 2025 comes in the form of Sergey Lipinets, a former world champion who has faced elite fighters such as Jaron Ennis, Mikey Garcia, and Lamont Peterson. Azim sees Lipinets as his toughest opponent to date and knows that this fight will be a defining moment in his career. “I’ve got to be on my game, and hopefully, I get the knockout victory that I want,” Azim said, adding that a statement victory against Lipinets will help him establish himself as a serious title contender.
Azim’s goal for 2025 is clear: win the IBO title by defeating Lipinets, then move on to other high-profile fights. “My first goal is to win the IBO title by beating Lipinets,” he stated. “Then, I want the Harlem Eubank fight, and maybe this year, I get the Dalton Smith fight and knock him out cold.”
A Strong Support System
Azim is not alone on his journey to success. He trains alongside rising stars like Ellie Scotney and Caroline Dubois, both of whom are also eyeing world title fights. The camaraderie and competition within the gym motivate Azim to push himself harder each day. “If I have a great training camp and stay dedicated, I will win,” Azim said confidently. With his new mindset and a laser-focused training camp, Azim is poised to make 2025 his breakthrough year.
As Azim prepares for his showdown with Lipinets on February 1, all eyes will be on the young talent to see if he can deliver on his promise of world championship glory. With the right mix of dedication, skill, and mental growth, Adam Azim might just be on the cusp of a legendary career.
