Leon Shahbazyan vs Levan Chokheli — Fight recap

Levan Chokheli defeated Leon Shahbazyan via KO/TKO in the first round at 0:23, delivering a devastating finish that left little doubt about the outcome. Shahbazyan managed just one significant strike attempt at zero percent accuracy, while Chokheli landed six of eleven significant strikes (54%) with clinical precision, including three head strikes and both leg kicks he threw.

The Georgian striker recorded one knockdown en route to the quick victory, controlling the fight's opening moments before Hatley waved off the contest. Shahbazyan's inability to generate offense or establish any defensive structure—recording zero control time and zero takedown attempts—underscored the mismatch in execution.

This emphatic performance marks a significant statement win for Chokheli in the middleweight division.