Career
He trained at the Dynamo sports society in Makhachkala. Shanavazov had no success as a professional. He turned pro in 1990 and lost his only three fights, including two losses to Sergei Kobozev.
He retired in 1990 with a record of 0-3-0.
Defeated Patrick Lihanda (Uganda) 4-1
Defeated Markus Bott (West Germany) 4-1
Defeated Andrea Magi (Italy) 4-1
Defeated Damir Škaro (Yugoslavia) walkover
Lost to Andrew Maynard (United States) 0-5.