After winning the WBA title of champion of Europe, Puhalo returned to the world boxing elite, once again confirming his status as one of the most successful athletes that Bosnia and Herzegovina currently has on the international scene. Entering the Top 15, in the competition of more than 1,600 professional boxers in this category, is an exceptional result and a great recognition for Bosnia and Herzegovina. sports.
This success is given special weight by the fact that Puki is the only boxer from the Balkans who is currently among the WBA challengers in the cruiserweight category, one of the most demanding and competitive in professional boxing. This further confirmed his status as a serious contender for the very top of the world.
The WBA is considered one of the oldest and most respected boxing organizations, and entering the top 15 implies long-term continuity, top results and exceptional performances in the ring.
“This is proof that I’m on the right track and that I’m back in the game for the top of the world. It’s the goal and dream of every professional boxer. I have quality, I have a huge desire and motivation, and I’m ready to work even harder than before in order to attack the world title again,” said Puki.
He added that behind his success is the strong support of people who have been with him throughout his career.
“Dear God is with me and thanks to him I am where I am. I owe a lot of gratitude to my team, my promoter Đorđe Arsenić, as well as to all my sponsors and partners. This is not only my success – this is the joint success of all of us,” said Puhalo.
At the end, he sent congratulations to all citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina on the occasion of the New Year, with wishes for a happy and successful 2026.
(Vijesti.ba)




