Arjon is widely recognised for his remarkable return from career-threatening injuries, including torn wrist ligaments and life-threatening lung blood clot.
Unbeaten lightweight prospect Arjon “The Bullet” Basi is set for the biggest night of his young professional career as he returns to the ring on a major London boxing card next month.
The 2-0 Ilford fighter will feature on Most Valuable Promotions’ UK debut Fight Night on Sunday 5th April at London’s iconic Olympia, stepping onto a significant platform as he looks to build momentum in one of boxing’s most fiercely competitive divisions.
Still in the early stages of his professional journey, Basi is already earning attention not just for his ability in the ring, but for the adversity he has overcome to get there.
A former amateur standout who grew up in a boxing family in Newham, Basi turned professional after committing fully to the sport and made an immediate impact on his debut at York Hall in May 2025.
Nicknamed “The Bullet”, the orthodox lightweight produced a composed and dominant display to beat the durable Angelo Dragone 40-36, instantly underlining the talent many around him had long recognised.
Now, with two wins from two and his profile steadily rising, Basi is ready for another step up.
The lightweight division is stacked with elite champions and unbeaten contenders, but Basi believes the professional ranks suit his style far more than the amateur game ever did.
“Amateur boxing is fast-paced, with a higher volume of punches due to shorter rounds,” he said.
“Professional boxing suits me more because it’s about being articulate, methodical, controlling the pace, and delivering higher-quality punches.”
Outside the ring, Basi’s faith remains central to his identity. A devoted Sikh, he regularly visits his local Gurdwara, crediting his spirituality with helping guide him through both life and boxing.
“I visit the Gurdwara nearly every day on my way home from training to pray. I believe in divine intervention and that faith helps guide me in both life and boxing.”
His upcoming appearance on the MVP card also carries wider significance. Basi praised the promotion’s role in changing the landscape of modern boxing – particularly for women in the sport.
“I am very excited to be part of the show,” he said.
“It’s fantastic what Most Valuable Promotions are doing, especially for women’s boxing. Where women were once placed on undercards, they are now headlining main events, and MVP have helped make that possible.”
In his corner is legendary trainer Mark Tibbs, one of British boxing’s most respected coaches, whose decorated career includes working with champions such as Frank Bruno, Barry McGuigan, Lloyd Honeyghan and Nigel Benn. With that calibre of guidance behind him, Basi has the experience around him to match his ambition.
But what makes his rise especially compelling is the road he has travelled to get here.
At just 15, Basi lost his father – a devastating blow that changed the course of his life. Boxing became both refuge and release.
Then came the setbacks that would have ended many careers before they began.
He suffered torn tendons in both wrists, with doctors warning he might never box again and could even face permanent disability.
Through relentless rehabilitation, discipline and sheer mental resilience, he fought his way back to full fitness and passed the British Boxing Board of Control medical tests needed to continue.
Then, just as he appeared to be moving forward, he was hit with another major health scare – a life-threatening blood clot on his lung.
After surgery and another lengthy spell of rehabilitation, Basi once again returned. Stronger. Sharper. More determined.
After four years of battling serious medical setbacks, his long-awaited comeback finally arrived – and now, with two professional wins already banked, his story is gathering real momentum.
Having spoken to Basi, what stands out is not just his talent, but his calm maturity. In an era where hype and hostility often dominate the sport, he cuts a different figure – focused, respectful and unshaken by the noise around him.
“I’m chasing titles, not boxers,” he said.
“If a boxer holds a title that I want, then he’s in my way and I’ll meet him in the ring. I don’t believe in unnecessary disrespect or trash talking.”
