Nikolai Valuev 7 November 2009, billed as "'David vs. Goliath"', Valuev faced off against former unified and lineal cruiserweight champion David Haye (22-1, 21 KOs) at the Arena Nürnberger Versicherung in Nuremberg. Valuev lost on points (114–114, 116–112, 116–112). Valuev announced his retirement from boxing in a Russian newspaper three days after the loss to Haye on 10 November 2009. In 2010, Valuev's doctor went on record saying that he is treating Valuev for "serious bone and joint problems". Valuev underwent two operations that required at least six months on the sidelines. Valuev confirmed in 2013 that medical advice was one of
Maxim Vlasov (boxer) Baltic title at light heavyweight. Maxim Vlasov (boxer) Maxim Sergeyevich Vlasov (; born September 11, 1986) is a Russian professional boxer in the cruiserweight division. As of February 2018 he is ranked #3 in the world in the cruiserweight division by the WBA, WBC and WBO. On June 18, 2010 Vlasov beat veteran Jerson Ravelo by third round T.K.O. On February 25, 2011 Vlasov suffered his first loss against Isaac Chilemba. He knocked the Malawian down twice in the 8th round. Despite this Chilemba was able to win the fight on points. Vlasov has been ranked #10 by the WBC