Arslanbek Makhmudov faces undefeated Ricardo Brown on June 27 in Quebec City, a critical heavyweight showdown with career implications for both.

Now at 35, Makhmudov faces the possibility of transitioning from a title contender to a gatekeeper role in the division.

The key moment in the fight came when Vianello landed a perfectly timed inside uppercut that visibly stunned Makhmudov.