Ido Amiaz loses TKO match to Shimon Smotritsky in Tel Aviv
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 9:01 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Ido Amiaz faced Shimon Smotritsky in an unofficial boxing match in Tel Aviv on August 18, 2026. The bout ended in a technical knockout after Amiaz was knocked down three times in approximately 40 seconds. Amiaz, known for his anti-Zionist views, had issued a challenge to Zionists ten days prior. Smotritsky accepted this challenge, motivated by a desire to confront Amiaz's beliefs. Following the fight, Smotritsky acknowledged Amiaz's bravery in showing up, despite their differing views.
- •Ido Amiaz challenged Zionists to fight in Tel Aviv.
- •Amiaz lost to Shimon Smotritsky by TKO in 40 seconds.
- •Smotritsky expressed surprise that Amiaz participated.
- •Both fighters voiced their opposing opinions after the match.
- •The fight followed a series of public confrontations online.
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"“So, this is an open invitation. Write me a DM, and we meet here in Tel Aviv.
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