Arsen Goulamirian

Arsen Goulamirian, known by his moniker "Feroz," is an Armenian-born French professional boxer who has carved a niche for himself in the cruiserweight division. Born on October 4, 1987, Goulamirian has risen through the ranks to hold the prestigious World Boxing Association (WBA) Super Cruiserweight title since 2019, a testament to his prowess and dominance in the ring.

Goulamirian's journey to the top began in earnest in 2011, quickly amassing a winning streak that saw him capture the WBA Continental (Europe) cruiserweight title. His relentless pursuit of greatness led him to an opportunity for the vacant Regular WBA cruiserweight title against Ryad Merhy in 2018, where he emerged victorious via an 11th-round stoppage, initially claiming the interim WBA cruiserweight championship. His status was later elevated from Regular to Interim champion, further solidifying his position in the cruiserweight hierarchy.

The French-Armenian boxer's career is highlighted by significant bouts, including a technical knockout victory over Mark Flanagan and a unanimous decision win against Aleksey Egorov, defending his WBA Super title. Goulamirian's ability to adapt and overcome challenges in the ring is evident in his victories and his elevation to WBA Super Cruiserweight champion following Denis Lebedev's retirement. His defense against Kane Watts and Constantin Bejenaru further demonstrated his dominance, with Goulamirian stopping both challengers in impressive fashion.

Goulamirian's most known defense was against the formidable Yuniel Dorticos, showcasing his skill to remain at the top of the cruiserweight division.

Arsen Goulamirian brings an imposing presence into the ring, using his size and strength to dominate the center and make the ring feel smaller for his opponents. He wields his jab not only as a range-finder but as a constant pressure tactic, creating a shield that forces his opponent to react and stay on the back foot. Goulamirian’s jab is disruptive yet calculated; he applies it in a steady rhythm, gauging distance and controlling pace, throwing his opponent off balance and maintaining an ever-present threat of follow-up punches. This use of the jab sets up Goulamirian’s heavier combinations, creating openings for his power shots that he delivers with precision. He has a habit of extending the jab to disrupt his opponent's vision, and by the time they adjust, he’s already transitioning to his next move. Goulamirian’s footwork is grounded and deliberate, designed to maintain his position at the center of the ring. Rather than expending energy on unnecessary movement, he keeps his steps short and precise, cutting off the ring and keeping his opponent from finding comfortable angles. He doesn’t chase his opponent aimlessly; instead, he positions himself like a fortress, shifting weight with small adjustments that keep him balanced and ready to capitalize on any missteps. Even when Goulamirian finds himself near the ropes, he avoids being cornered by making slight pivots to evade punches, conserving energy and ensuring his opponent carries the weight of each exchange. His weight distribution is impeccable, giving him the ability to maintain his stance and continue delivering forceful punches even when moving backward or sideways. Goulamirian’s ring awareness and balance allow him to stay on the offensive without sacrificing defense, applying constant, exhausting pressure.

Strategically, Goulamirian uses his physical presence to exhaust opponents both physically and mentally. His wide guard baits his opponent into taking shots, and he’s quick to counter with powerful returns, often aiming for the head or body to wear down stamina. His style relies on subtle traps, drawing opponents in only to punish them with a sequence of well-timed hooks and uppercuts. He understands the nuances of timing, absorbing initial blows to shift momentum back in his favor, creating opportunities to launch his own attacks. His ability to take control in clinch situations is another layer of his strategy; he frequently pins his opponent’s hands, cutting off their offense and creating a chance for himself to catch a breather while maintaining control of the exchange.

In the later rounds, Goulamirian’s conditioning and mental toughness come to the forefront as he methodically breaks down his opponent’s resolve. His tactical patience enables him to keep up a relentless pace, and even if his opponent attempts to push back, Goulamirian smothers them with his weight and aggressive counterattacks, gradually imposing his will. His arsenal includes short hooks that come from unexpected angles, targeting his opponent’s equilibrium to disorient them. Goulamirian is skilled at catching his opponent’s head off the centerline, only to follow up with a barrage that pushes them back. Each movement is calculated, with the ultimate goal of forcing his opponent into a corner - both physically and mentally - where they have little choice but to absorb his offense. By the later rounds, his opponent’s punches often lose their snap and become arm punches, unable to pierce through Goulamirian’s defenses. His technical precision, ring awareness, and sheer resilience wear down his opposition, allowing him to emerge as the dominant force in most exchanges, a walking tank ready to overwhelm at any moment.