Name: Ilker Furat
Hometown: Istanbul, Turkiye
Birthplace: Istanbul, Turkiye

ilker Furat (born February 10, 1982) is a Turkish boxing manager and promoter and the founder of 12 Raund Sports. Furat has also worked as a boxing commentator and reporter for Turkish television since 2018.

Biography

ilker Furat is a Turkish professional boxing manager, promoter, media producer, and commentator. As the founder and owner of 12 Raund Sports, he is one of Turkey’s leading figures in professional boxing. Active since 2017, Furat specializes in athlete management, international matchmaking, digital media production, and podcasting, helping elevate Turkish boxing onto the global stage. Thanks to the high-profile 12 Raund Sports DAZN partnership, he has ushered in a new era of boxing broadcasting in Turkey. Registered as a manager and promoter on BoxRec and Tapology, ilker Furat frequently appears in international media (FightMatrix, Rincón Rojo, Almanya’dan Haberler) and ranks highly for searches such as “ilker Furat boxing manager”, “12 Raund Sports”, “12 Raund Sports DAZN”, “Turkish boxing promoter”, and “DAZN Turkey boxing”.

Early Life And Education

Born on 10 February 1982 in Istanbul, ilker Furat is registered in the population records of Yenigün village, Kadirli district, Osmaniye Province. He completed primary education at Dr. Tevfik Sağlam Primary School and middle school at Beyoğlu Fındıklı High School. In 1999 he graduated from Maltepe Küçükyalı Industrial Vocational High School. Between 2001 and 2003 he studied in the Electrical Department of Çukurova University’s Osmaniye Vocational School, training as an aircraft maintenance technician. In his youth he played amateur basketball in the Galatasaray youth academy, Kurtuluş Sports Club, and Osmaniye Polisgücü teams.

Aviation Career and Professional Transition

Furat worked for many years in the aviation sector. Since 2004 he has been employed as an aircraft maintenance technician at MNG Teknik, MATS Technic, and currently at Turkish Airlines (THY) Teknik. He also served as Press and Publications Secretary of the Aircraft Technicians Association (UTED). This disciplined technical background has shaped his strategic planning and professional management style in the boxing world.

12 Raund Sports and Boxing Career (2017–Present)

In 2017 ilker Furat launched digital boxing content with the Instagram account 12 Raund Boxing. In 2018 he officially founded 12 Raund Sports in Istanbul. The company name comes from the 12-round championship distance in professional boxing and serves as a comprehensive platform for combat sports. 12 Raund Sports today offers the following services: • Professional boxer management and representation (licensing, contracts, career planning) • Matchmaking and participation in international promotions • Trainer and training-camp coordination • Digital media and social-media consultancy (content production, engagement support) • Organization of professional boxing nights (“12 Raund Boxing Night” series) • Podcast and YouTube broadcasting • PR and international media support The company holds licenses from the Turkish Professional Boxing Federation and the German Boxing Association (GBA). Since 2019 it has been actively representing both Turkish and international fighters on the global stage. As of 2026, the landmark partnership between 12 Raund Sports and DAZN Turkey has become a turning point for boxing fans in the country. Through this collaboration, major world title fights, championship bouts, and rising stars are now available on the DAZN platform with exclusive 12 Raund Sports privileges, special campaigns, and competitive pricing. ilker Furat’s vision brought this partnership to life via the dedicated link dazn.com/12raundsports. Combining DAZN’s world-class streaming quality with 12 Raund Sports’ expert commentary and content, the alliance has opened a brand-new chapter in Turkish boxing broadcasting. The partnership is regularly highlighted across podcasts, YouTube shows, and social-media channels.

Boxers Represented (Updated 2026)

ilker Furat and 12 Raund Sports currently represent and support the following professional boxers:

• Burcin Cakir

• Sezer Olpak

• Dilara Yucel

• Buse Uncu

• Fatih Karakus

• Deniz Kozig

• Ruslan Myrsatayev

• Tomomi Takano

• Erica Anabella Farias

• Shauna O'Keeffe

• Maria Cecchi

• Cansu Cakir

• Fatma Ay

• Eren Goekce

• Cueneyt Altintas

• Onur Kocer

• Paulette Valenzuela

and other promising Turkish talents Each athlete has dedicated BoxRec profiles and YouTube content libraries.

Media and Broadcasting Activities

Furat has provided boxing commentary on national channels such as TV8.5 and Sports TV. The 12 Raund Sports Podcast (available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify) has released more than 76 episodes since 2019, featuring the popular series “ilker Furat with the Week’s Boxing News.” He publishes weekly content on Instagram (@12raundboks), YouTube, and his official website ilkerfurat.com. In 2023 he received a digital content award at the Golden Gloves Awards, and in 2025 he was named “Best Turkish Manager” at the 12 Raund Awards. The DAZN partnership has significantly amplified his media reach. ilker Furat’s Impact and Future Vision With his aviation discipline, media expertise, and international network, ilker Furat continues to lead the professional development of boxing in Turkey. Through 12 Raund Sports and the DAZN collaboration, he provides athletes with fully integrated career support — combining management, media exposure, and a global network — while delivering world-standard broadcasts to Turkish boxing fans. Now 44 years old in 2026, Furat continues his work from Istanbul with the goal of making Turkish boxing a stronger global brand.