Golovkin leaves IBF middleweight belt vacant

For the vacant trophy, the Brazilian will now face Michael Zerafa (31-4-1, 19 KOs). For both boxers, this will be the first title chance in their careers.

It is not yet known when and in what weight category Golovkin will return to the ring. GGG hasn't boxed since last year's loss to Saul Alvarez. After this performance, the boxer's contract with DAZN ended. Golovkin also holds the WBA middleweight belt, which he is also likely to leave vacant.