On Saturday, February 22, 2025, at the Scharrena in Stuttgart, Germany, Kosovo’s Altin Zogaj put on a masterclass performance to defeat Alexander Rigas by unanimous decision (96-94, 96-94, 97-93), capturing the WBA Continental Europe light heavyweight title.

From the opening bell, Zogaj established control, using his reach and pinpoint accuracy to keep Rigas at bay. His jab was sharp, his footwork fluid, and he dictated the pace early on.

Rigas, to his credit, pressed forward, looking to close the distance and land heavy shots, but Zogaj remained composed, sticking to his game plan and making Rigas pay for every mistake.

The strategy was clear—Zogaj relied on lateral movement, crisp counters, and a disciplined jab to neutralize Rigas’ aggression. As the rounds progressed, Zogaj’s calculated approach took its toll, wearing down his opponent with well-timed combinations.

By the tenth and final round, Zogaj left no doubt, finishing strong with a series of clean, unanswered shots that sealed the victory.

With this win, Zogaj remains undefeated, improving to 16-0 (8 KOs) and securing his first major regional title. The light heavyweight division has a new contender on the rise, and after this statement performance, the boxing world will be watching what’s next for the Kosovar standout.