Cutman Excellence Shines in Dubai: Denis Kolesnir and Jose Mohan Lead Groundbreaking Cutman Seminar
By Carlos Costa
PhilBoxing.com
Tue, 07 Oct 2025
In a landmark event that underscored the critical role of cutmen in modern boxing, Middle East Boxing delivered a highly successful 2-day professional cutman certification seminar at the prestigious Donatello Hotel in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Held on October 4-5, the seminar drew a remarkable turnout of boxing professionals eager to elevate their expertise in managing fight-day injuries.
👉 Expert Faculty Delivers Cutting-Edge Insights:
Led by the renowned Denis Kolesnir, a globally acclaimed Cutman instructor affiliated with the International Boxing Association (IBA), and ably supported by Middle East Boxing Commissioner José Mohan, the seminar boasted an impressive faculty comprising seasoned doctors from the British Boxing Board of Control (BBBofC) and veteran cutmen.
Together, they dissected pivotal topics including the perils of lacerations, strategic interventions for controlling bleeding, and advanced wound management protocols – equipping attendees with indispensable skills to safeguard fighters’ well-being.
👉 Comprehensive Agenda for Diverse Stakeholders:
Crafted to cater to a broad spectrum of boxing stakeholders, the seminar welcomed coaches, cornermen, assistant coaches, promoters, commissioners, and representatives from sanctioning bodies.
Excited participants gained nuanced insights into optimizing care techniques and bolstering proficiency in handling acute injuries such as hematomas and severe cuts, thereby fortifying the sport’s safety infrastructure.
👉 Denis Kolesnir: A Trailblazer in Cutman Education:
A distinguished figure in global cutman training, Denis Kolesnir has previously imparted his expertise in pivotal locations like Bangkok, Thailand, and Nis, Serbia.
His contributions underscore an unwavering commitment to professionalizing cutman roles worldwide, amplifying fighters safety through evidence-based practices.
👉 Collaborative Effort Garners Praise:
Jose Mohan, the driving force behind the seminar’s organization, expressed gratification at the event’s resonance among participants.
Ultimatum Boxing and 227 Cutman extended vital sponsorship, cementing the initiative’s stature within the boxing fraternity.
👉 Elevating Safety Standards in Boxing
By addressing pressing concerns like hemorrhage control and cut prevention, the Dubai seminar catalyzed a renewed focus on injury mitigation – a testament to boxing’s evolving embrace of comprehensive medical preparedness.
As cutmen emerge as unsung heroes pivotal to fighter welfare, events like this one in Dubai underscore their indispensable contribution to the noble sport’s integrity and safety.
In conclusion, the Dubai cutman certification seminar, steered expertly by Denis Kolesnir and José Mohan, not only heightened regional proficiency, but also reinforced boxing’s global trajectory toward enhanced safety paradigms – leaving an indelible mark on practitioners and athletes alike.
The author is senior boxing writer Carlos Costa. Carlos can be reached at carlos512@hotmail.com and WhatsApp +639184538152.
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