Bektemir Melikuziev favored over Sena Agbeko in super middleweight bout

Uzbekistan's Melikuziev looks to extend winning streak against Ghana's Agbeko on Feb. 21 in Las Vegas

Published on Feb. 19, 2026

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Bektemir Melikuziev of Uzbekistan takes on Sena Agbeko of Accra, Ghana in a 10-round super middleweight bout on February 21st in Las Vegas. Melikuziev, a southpaw with a 16-1 record and 10 knockouts, is the heavy favorite at -3300 against the 34-year-old Agbeko, who has a 29-4 record with 23 KOs. Melikuziev, who now fights out of Indio, California, is on a nine-fight winning streak since his lone loss to Gabriel Rosado in 2023.

Why it matters

This fight features a rising star in Melikuziev against a veteran in Agbeko, who is looking to pull off the upset. Melikuziev has impressed with his aggressive, pressure-fighting style, while Agbeko has shown power but has struggled against top-level opponents in recent years. The outcome could determine Melikuziev's future trajectory in the super middleweight division.

The details

Melikuziev, 29, stands 5'9" with a 70.5" reach and has an impressive amateur pedigree, including a silver medal at the 2016 Olympics. He has won 10 of his 16 pro fights by knockout. Agbeko, 34, is 6' tall with a 74.5" reach, and has 23 KOs in his 29 wins, but has lost two of his last three fights, including stoppage losses to David Morrell and Osleys Iglesias.

  • Melikuziev last fought in May 2025, beating Darius Fulghum by unanimous decision.
  • Agbeko was last in action in November 2024, stopping Pierre Williams in 29 seconds.

The players

Bektemir Melikuziev

A 29-year-old southpaw from Uzbekistan who now fights out of Indio, California. He has a 16-1 record with 10 knockouts and is on a nine-fight winning streak since his lone loss to Gabriel Rosado in 2023.

Sena Agbeko

A 34-year-old fighter from Accra, Ghana who now fights out of Nashville, Tennessee. He has a 29-4 record with 23 knockouts, but has lost two of his last three fights, including stoppage losses to David Morrell and Osleys Iglesias.

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What they’re saying

“Melikuziev's natural aggression should result in a stoppage.”

— Ian Palmer, Author (sportsbetlistings.com)

The takeaway

This fight features a rising star in Melikuziev against a veteran in Agbeko who is looking to pull off the upset. Melikuziev's aggressive, pressure-fighting style and impressive amateur pedigree make him the heavy favorite, but Agbeko has shown power and could have a puncher's chance if he can land a big shot.