Yaqubov’s Quick Entries Carried Him Past Foster in Plant
Muhammadkhuja Yaqubov defeated William Foster III by majority decision on August 15, 2025, at the ProBox Events Center in Plant City, Florida. Their ten-round junior lightweight contest ended with two 98–92 cards for Yaqubov and a third score of 95–95.
The shorter fighter worked carefully into range
Yaqubov had to negotiate Foster’s height and reach, using his southpaw jab and changing direction rather than charging forward. Foster also spent time advancing, looking to connect with straight punches as the distance shifted.
The resulting contest featured contrasting routes to offense. Yaqubov tried to enter quickly and attack the body, while Foster looked to make his longer punches count before the exchanges moved inside.
Movement and body work supported the winning rounds
Yaqubov repeatedly moved into and out of punching distance, making it difficult for Foster to time a consistent reply. His body attacks helped sustain the pressure as the fight moved through its later stages.
Foster increased his activity and had stronger moments during the second half, but Yaqubov continued responding with bursts of offense. The final round brought open exchanges before the verdict went to the judges.
The majority verdict extended a rebuilding run
Yaqubov improved to twenty-three wins and one defeat, recording his fifth consecutive victory since losing to O’Shaquie Foster in 2022. William Foster’s two-fight winning streak ended with the decision.
The judges differed substantially on the margin, but two favored Yaqubov clearly enough to secure the result. His movement and ability to close distance supplied the central features of a successful ten-round assignment.
Sources
- 15Rounds: official scores and post-fight record
- Eric Armit: southpaw pressure, body attacks and closing rounds
- Notifight: fifth consecutive victory and Foster’s preceding streak
- BoxingScene: August 15 Plant City event
