What was the name of the Russian boxer that Rocky Balboa faced in the movie "Rocky IV"?

The name of the Russian boxer who faced Rocky Balboa in the film "Rocky IV" was Ivan Drago. Drago was Balboa's main rival and antagonist in the 1985 film. Ivan Drago was portrayed by Dolph Lundgren.

Within the film series, this is the film ("Rocky IV") where Rocky must come out of retirement to battle the gargantuan Soviet fighter Ivan Drago. Drago was an Olympic gold medalist and an amateur boxing champion, who had an amateur record of 100-1-0 Wins (100 KO). He was said to be 6 ft 5 in (196 cm) and 261 pounds (118 kg, over 18 ½ stone). Drago was fitted and trained to be the consummate fighter.

Ivan Drago is the guy who brutally punished Rocky's friend and ex-rival, Apollo Creed. Seeking revenge in the name of his fallen friend, trainer, and personal idol, Rocky in the fourth film of the series fights Drago in Moscow. Rocky defeats Drago by knockout (KO) in the 15th and final round. Rocky is seen as someone who has brought honor to himself and his country.

During the fight, it is Rocky who takes the worst beating of his life. He refuses to go down and take a loss. He is the boxer who is able to win the entire crowd to his side with his display of courage and determination. He is able to knock Drago out with only seconds left in the final round of the match. The good boxing discipline which was displayed in this film shows that if it is also applied to other important things in the lives and careers of people they should find more ways to achieve greater success.