Overview
- The rematch went the full distance in Magdeburg on May 30, 2026 and was officially scored a draw by the ring judges.
- The three judges returned 112:114, 113:113 and 116:111, a variance that prompted public criticism from experts including former world champion Regina Halmich.
- Armend Xhoxhaj knocked Roman Fress down twice in the third round, a decisive swing that shaped the scoring but did not lead to a stoppage.
- Both fighters reacted to the verdict by signalling interest in a third bout and promoters warned the draw could complicate WBO ranking and title chances.
- The SES event also showcased Denis Radovan’s unanimous‑decision comeback after an 18‑month layoff, Michel Dobler’s third‑round stoppage and several local knockout wins that kept the card lively.