Angelo Leo vs Ra’eese Aleem: Fight Card, Preview, Expert Predictions

Angelo Leo and Ra’eese Aleem will clash for the IBF World Featherweight title on May 09, 2026. This spectacular bout takes place at the Gateway Center Arena.

What is the Angelo Leo vs Ra’eese Aleem Fight All About?

Angelo Leo will be defending his IBF World Featherweight title against Ra’eese Aleem. Leo has successfully defended his title already; this is his second title defense against Aleem. Ra’eese Aleem, also known as “The Beast”, is having a shot at the IBF World title, being a top-ranked contender.

After winning the title in 2024 against Luis Alberto Lopez, he successfully retained it against Tomoki Kameda. Angelo Leo is one of the boxers to have a single-defeat record so far, having a six-fight winning streak. On the other hand, Ra’eese Aleem is prepared to face the reigning champion with his intimidating professional experience. Coming to the defense bout, Aleem is on a three-fight winning streak and aims to win his first major title. He looks out on Leo’s IBF World title to compete against, given his elite rank in the Featherweight class.

What to Expect in the Angelo Leo vs Ra’eese Aleem Clash?

Speaking of styles, both fighters have decent knockout potential and a calculated approach. Angelo Leo is an aggressive fighter who capitalizes on counter punches rather than striking first. He is a versatile pressure fighter who can switch between close-range exchanges and distant jabs.

Ra’eese Aleem, similarly, is an aggressive fighter who uses rapid combinations and relentless punches. His punches are often considered too fast for an opponent to comprehend and retaliate. Technically, he has a “punch and not get punched” style that makes him a strong opponent.

As both boxers have a similar fighting style, this fight will be extremely close. A stoppage is possible if either of the boxers gets knocked down mid-round. Otherwise, the fight will be decided by points. As a result, the clash will have peak moments, setting the stage for a thrilling experience.

Angelo Leo vs Ra’eese Aleem – Fight Details

Main Event: Angelo Leo vs Ra’eese Aleem

Date: May 09, 2026 (Saturday)

Time: 05:30 AM IST (Next day) | 08:00 PM ET | 05:00 PM PT

Venue: Gateway Center Arena

Angelo Leo vs Ra’eese Aleem – Fight Card

IBF World Featherweight Title (Main Event)

Angelo Leo (26-1) vs Ra’eese Aleem (23-1) – 12 x 3 Rounds

Co-Main Event

Atif Oberlton (15-0) vs Carlos Gongora (22-3)  – 10 x 3 Rounds

Main Card

Trakwon Pettis (7-1) vs Rameses Vargas (7-2)  – 6 x 3 Rounds

Casey Dixon (6-0) vs Matthew Nore (2-0)  – 6 x 3 Rounds

Hakim Lopez (15-1) vs Ashton Sykes (6-13)  – 6 x 3 Rounds

Julio Gomez (7-3-2) vs Gabriel Trimino (3-1)  – 6 x 3 Rounds

Jaquan McElroy (5-0) vs Rudy Reveles (2-2)  – 6 x 3 Rounds

Garrett Rice (3-0) vs Yesner Talavera (15-21-1)  – 4 x 3 Rounds

Ashleyann Lozada (3-0) vs Debora Dionicius (36-7)  – 8 x 2 Rounds

Pryce Taylor (11-0) vs Calvin Barnett (7-4)  – 10 x 3 Rounds

Angelo Leo vs Ra’eese Aleem – Streaming Options

DAZN officially has the streaming options for the upcoming IBF World Featherweight clash. You can watch the Angelo Leo vs Ra’eese Aleem clash on DAZN live.

Fighters Stats and Bio

Angelo Leo

Ra’eese Aleem

Angelo Leo vs Ra’eese Aleem – Fighters’ Overview

Angelo Leo’s Early Career

Angelo Leo is a prominent American boxer who has fought professionally since 2012. He had a solid amateur career in New Mexico. Leo has a solid amateur record, winning in most of his fights with an above-average winning rate. Like most boxers, Angelo Leo started to train early in his career. During his run, he has won multiple national championships and New Mexico State Golden Gloves titles. He decided to become a professional boxer as soon as he turned 18 and faced Jesus Xavier Pacheco. It was his very first appearance in professional fights, which he ultimately won, and he became a new icon.

Leo’s Professional Career Achievements

After his debut win against Jesus Xavier Pacheco, Angelo Leo continued to have an astonishing career, winning consecutively.  He got his first notable belt in 2019, beating Cesar Juarez for the vacant NABO junior featherweight title. After that, he won the vacant WBO junior featherweight title by beating Tramaine Williams. However, he lost the title in his very next fight against Stephen Fulton. He had a 20-match winning streak before losing to Fulton. This was his only loss after which he rebounded and kept a six-match winning streak. After losing his WBO junior featherweight title, Leo won the vacant WBA Continental (North America) Featherweight title. He fought Mike Plania and knocked him out in the third round. Later, he went on to win the IBF World Featherweight title and successfully defended it. He looks to defend it again in the upcoming Angelo Leo vs Ra’eese Aleem fight.

Angelo Leo’s Boxing Record

Ra’eese Aleem’s Early Career

Also known as “The Beast”, Ra’eese Aleem is a professional American boxer. Born in 1990, Aleem had a strong foundation in boxing. He debuted against Dewaun Bell in 2011 and won the fight with a technical knockout in the second round. It kick-started his boxing career at the professional level.

Ra’eese Aleem’s Notable Achievements

He fought DeWayne Wisdom the next year and won the fight by decision. Aleem continued to fight in several bouts, all of which he won. His first significant title came in 2021, fighting against Vic Pasillas. He won the WBA Interim Super Bantamweight title by a late technical knockout. Further in, he won the NABO Super Bantamweight title and defended it. But in his next match, he suffered his first loss to Sam Goodman by a split decision. But his next three fights were three straight wins.

Ra’eese Aleem’s Boxing Record

Angelo Leo vs Ra’eese Aleem Prediction

Angelo Leo comes as a strong boxer who relies on relentless body shots and ring control. He effectively switches the range, allowing him to easily nullify his opponents. He often corners his opponents and unleashes effective combinations. But compared to Ra’eese Aleem’s speed, Leo will struggle to catch up with him. Conversely, Ra’eese “The Beast” Aleem is a highly skilled boxer who is mindful inside the ring. His ring IQ is one of his notable traits, making him a strong opponent. Aleem’s work rate puts him above Angelo Leo in terms of endurance. As the rounds progress, we can expect Ra’eese Aleem to take control and dominate. So, Aleem is predicted to win in the Angelo Leo vs Ra’eese Aleem IBF world title bout.

The Pick: Ra’eese Aleem via Decision.