July 18, 2026 – Next step to the top
For Willy, the objective was clear: win convincingly and prove that he is ready for the next step
towards the global elite. A victory over an opponent of the calibre of Tomas Šálek, the multiple
Czech heavyweight champion, once again makes a powerful statement in this regard.
And that is exactly what happened.
Whereas emotions got the better of him last time, things were handled professionally this time.
With discipline, patience, and a flawlessly executed battle plan, he secured a convincing victory
via knockout in the third round.
From the first bell, Willy took the initiative. He remained calm under pressure, dictated the pace
of the match, and worked disciplined toward his moment. That moment came at the end of the
second round, when his opponent went to the canvas for the first time. In the third round, Willy
increased the pressure further. After Salek went down again, the referee intervened and ended
the fight.
Another knockout victory, the result of excellent tactical discipline. This victory feels like more
than just a sporting success; it was confirmation that Willy is ready for a new chapter in his
career.
Willy now stands at an unbeaten record of 14 – 0 games, 13 of which were by (T)KO.
New ranking on Boxrec, position 41. Moved up to 51st on the IBO rankings and to 10th on the
WBC bridge rankings.
March 7, 2026 - What a fight.
This match was against Semir Dautovic, a German boxer of Bosnian descent. A tough and
resilient boxer with experience in international boxing matches, both as a cruiser and a
heavyweight. Which was evident from the course of the fight.
As usual, Willy remained true to his style, and after the first two rounds, it seemed a matter
of time before Willy would decide the match. The third round, however, showed just how
dangerous and unpredictable the heavyweight division can sometimes be.
One moment of inattention and the momentum of the match seemed to shift.
In a true rain of punches, both boxers gave everything to force a decision. Ultimately, Willy
proved to be the better, stronger man. Another knockout victory, hard-fought, but with a fighter's heart. Another lesson learned, against a boxer with high-level experience.
Compliments to his opponent, Semir Dautovic, who made it quite difficult for Willy.
He also now has an undefeated record of 13-0 fights, 12 of which by knockout. New ranking
on Boxrec, position 39. Moved up in the IBO rankings to 56 and in the WBC bridger ranking
to 14.
NEWS
October 20, 2025 – In a fantastic atmosphere at the Ben Bril Memorial in Carré, Amsterdam,
Willy impressively defended his WBF world title against challenger Renke Wittke from
Germany.
This fight between the two undefeated boxers was highly anticipated. Boxing fans had been
looking forward to this match for weeks and were treated to a spectacle, even if it was short-
lived.
Before anyone could even settle down, they were back on the benches.
Willy opened sharply and pressed on immediately. With fantastic combinations and a final,
thunderous left hook, he abruptly ended the fight.
Clinical and impressive, just like in previous fights.
According to experts, Willy not only defended a title but also gave a boost to Dutch
professional boxing.
He also now has an undefeated record of 12-0 fights, 11 of which by knockout. New ranking
on Boxrec, position 52. And moved up in the IBO rankings from 81 to 58.
May 17, 2025 - As Willy had promised, it was fireworks. In front of a great home crowd in Leeuwarden (Netherlands), Willy conquered the vacant WBF world heavyweight title, after a resounding first-round victory over his Venezuelan opponent Wilmer Vasquez
It took a while for Willy to find his groove, but then it really took off.
The opponent was forced through the ring with varied blows and after a great combination of punches, finally hit the canvas with a great right hook and he stayed there for the full 10 seconds. Willy started the fight as the WBF International title holder and showed overwhelming power. With his punching power, he would certainly have defeated most opponents.
It was clinical and impressive, and the new WBF world champion is clearly ready for even tougher challenges in the future.
He now also has an undefeated record of 11 - 0 matches, 10 of which by (T)KO).
New ranking on boxrec, position 76
4 Mei 2025 - Watch interview Willy Kyakonye: "It's going to be war" :
December 7, 2024 – Utrecht: Next Generation Warriors High End Boxing
In a one-sided superior match, Willy defeated his Croatian opponent Marko Vucevic in the
first round by a TKO. With this victory, Willy has now entered the top 80 of the general ranking according to
boxrec. In addition, due to his current performances, he is now also placed on the EBU heavyweight
rating list as number 40. The next match that Willy will box is possibly on January 21 in the Circus theater in
Scheveningen and otherwise certainly on March 29 at the Evolution of Boxing 11 event in
Wilnis. Where it will be examined whether it is possible to box for an open title from the IBO.
21st of October 2024 – Amsterdam: Ben Bril Memorial in Carré
In an exciting atmosphere Willy boxed his best match so far against his German opponent Ali Kiydin.
After 3 rounds with good technical boxing and searching for openings in his opponent's defence, the pressure was increased in the 4th round. Willy finally decided the match in the 5th round with various punch combinations against which his opponent had no defence. After interrupting the match by the referee and throwing the towel by the corner of the opponent, this match was convincingly won with a TKO.
As a result of this victory Willy has now entered the top 100 on the general ranking list according to boxrec.
He is also now eligible for boxing matches with the larger professional boxing associations, of which he has already received confirmation from the IBO.
Willy continues his journey on the 7th of December in Utrecht during the event: Next Generation Warriors 2.
On March 30, 2024, during the event The Evolution of Boxing 10, Willy won the WBF
international boxing title, after defeating Giovanni Auriemma in the seventh round.
