Fury Decisions Makhmudov

Former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury returned from his sixth “retirement” with a 12-roumd unanimous decision over Aslanbek Makhmudov in front of over 50,000 at Tottenham-Hotspur Stadium in London.

Fury, 267.9 lbs of London won by scores of 120-108 twice and 119-109 and is now 35-2-1. Makhmudov, 264.9 lbs of Montreal is 21-3.

After the fight Fury and Turki Al-Sheika called Anthony Joshua into the ring but Joshua declined.

Benn Decisions Prograis

Conor Benn won a 10-round unanimous decision over former two-time world champion Regis Prograis in a welterweight fight.

In round five, Benn was cut over his left eye.

In round six, Benn was cut over his right eye from an accidental headbutt.

Benn, 149.6 lbs of Ilford, ENG won by scores of 98-92 on all cards and is now 25-1. Prograis, 148.6 lbs of Houston is 30-4.

Riakporhe Stops Tshikeva in 5

Richard Riakporhe stopped Jeamie Tshkeva (TKE) in round five of their 10-round British Heavyweight title fight

In round two, Tshikeva was bleeding from his nose. In round five, Riakporhe landed a big right hand that put Shikeva down. Later in round five, Riakporhe landed a huge flurry that featured six wicked rights and two left hooks and the fight was stopped at 2:12.

Riakporhe, 234.12 lbs of Walworth, ENG is 20-1 with 16 knockouts. Tshikeva, 262.7 lbs of Tottenham, ENG is 9-3.

Huni Decisions Clarke By Majority Decision

Justis Huni won a 10-round majority decision over Frazer Clarke in a heavyweight bout.

Huni, 246.14 lbs of Brisbane, AUS won by scores of 96-94 twice and 95-95 and is now 13-1. Clarke, 259.12 lbs of Burton-On-Treat, UK is 9-3.

Breyon Gorham stopped Eduardo Costa in round five of their eight-round junior welterweight bout.

In round one, Gorham dropped Costa with a chopping right to the head.

In round five, Gorham hurt Costa with a right to the jaw and followed up with an uppercut that set off five lefts to the chin and the fight was stopped at 1:51.

Gorham, 141.14 lbs of Houston is 22-0 with 17 knockouts. Costa, 140.13 lbs of Sao Paulo, BRA is 12-6.

Mikey Tallon stopped Leandro Blanc in the opening round of their eight-round super flyweight bout.

Tallon landed a perfect left to the body that put Blanc down and the fight was over at 2:53.

Tallon, 113.12 lbs of Liverpool, UK is 14-0 with three knockouts. Blanc, 113.7 lbs of Concordia, ARG us 8-5.

Pawel August won a six-round decision over Simon Zachunhuber in a super middleweight bout of undefeated fighters.

August, 170.7 lbs of Thunton, UK won by a 58-56 score and is 18-0. Zachunhuber, 169.6 lbs of Erding, GER is 28-1.

Felix Cash stopped Liam O’Hare in round two of a 10-round middleweight fight.

In round one, Cash dropped O’Hare with a counter right. Seconds later, a flurry that was finished off by a right put O’Hare down again. Early in round two, Cash landed a big right that put O’Hare made O’Hare crouch his legs and the fight was stopped at 22 seconds

Cash, 162.15 lbs is 17-1 with 11 knockouts. O’Hare, 162.2 lbs is 13-3.

Sultan Almohammed stopped Hector Lozano in round three of a four-round junior lightweight bout.

Almohammed landed an uppercut that was followed by a jab and four right hands that sandwiched around a left and the fight was stopped at 2:46.

Almohammed, 130.15 lbs of Riyadh, SA is 3-0 with two knockouts. Lozano, 131.2 lbs of El Fuerte, MEX is 3-8-2

Eliot Whale stopped Tom Hill in round four of their six-round welterweight bout.

Whale broke down Hill and the fight was stopped at 2:39.

Whale, 149.3 lbs of Sidcub, UK is 14-0 with nine knockouts. Hill, 147.4 lbs of Red Car, ENG is 12-5.




FRAZER CLARKE AND JEAMIE TKV SEPARATED BY SECURITY AT FIERY WEIGH-IN AHEAD OF BRITISH TITLE CLASH LIVE ON BBC TWO

Tempers flared at a fiery weigh-in as Frazer Clarke and Jeamie TKV had to be separated by security after they took to the scales ahead of their British Heavyweight Title clash tomorrow night at the Vaillant Live Arena in Derby, live and free-to-air on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer.

The heavyweight rivals headline the debut event in the landmark new partnership between BBC Sport and BOXXER, going toe-to-toe in a primetime slot of 8–10pm on BBC Two, with the undercard action streaming live on BBC iPlayer from 6pm. 

Rising star Francesca Hennessy leads a stacked undercard as she takes on former world champion Fabiana Bytyqi for the WBC International Bantamweight Title. 

Bobby Dalton defends his English Welterweight Title against Joel Kodua, Coventry middleweight Bradley Goldsmith faces Barnet’s Jordan Dujon, and former cruiserweight world title challenger Jack Massey returns to action against Ivan Gabriel Garcia.

Official Weights From Derby: 

12 x 3 min – British Heavyweight Championship

Frazer Clarke: 270.2 lb

Jeamie TKV: 264.9 lb

10 x 2 min – WBC International Bantamweight Championship

Francesca Hennessy: 117.8 lb

Fabiana Bytyqi: 117.4 lb

10 x 3 min – English Welterweight Championship

Bobby Dalton: 146.4 lb

Joel Kodua: 146.7 lb

6 x 3 min – Cruiserweight Contest

Jack Massey: 209.9 lb

Ivan Gabriel Garcia: 209.0 lb

8 x 3 min – Middleweight Contest

Bradley Goldsmith: 162.1 lb

Jordan Dujon: 164.9 lb

6 x 3 min – Super Lightweight Contest

Scott Melvin: 137.5 lb

Harvey Sturton: 135.1 lb

6 x 3 min – Super Featherweight Contest

Josh Rose: 131.2 lb

Jorge Luis Huerta Balleza: 132.9 lb

This event is presented in association with official partners Betfred, Riyadh Season, Champion, HELL Energy, That Prize Guy, Car Finance 247 and IFX Payments. 

Final remaining tickets at BOXXER.com 




‘BILLION DOLLAR BABY’ FRANCESCA HENNESSY, 20, SET FOR PRIMETIME FIGHT ON BBC TWO & iPLAYER ON OCTOBER 25

‘Billion Dollar Baby’ Francesca Hennessy from Kent makes her debut on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer on Saturday, October 25, headlining the first primetime fight of BBC Sport’s new partnership with BOXXER. She’ll take centre stage ahead of the blockbuster British Heavyweight Championship clash between Frazer Clarke and Jeamie TKV.

Dubbed the ‘Billion Dollar Baby’ due to her early entrance into professional boxing, at just 20 years old Hennessy is unbeaten in her first six professional fights and has already carved out a reputation as one of British boxing’s most rapidly rising new female talents.

Known for her bold ring walks and her fearless fighting style, she’s a natural show-stealer and has said she’s looking forward to starring on her biggest stage yet with the nation watching live. Hennessy will square off against former world champion Fabiana Bytyqi (22-2-2, 5 KOs) which will make for the biggest challenge of her career to date.

Bytyqi made history becoming the first female world champion from Czechia when claiming the WBC Atomweight Title in September 2018. The 29-year-old went on to successfully defend her belt multiple times during a six-year reign before moving up to the bantamweight division.

Francesca Hennessy said: “To be fighting live on BBC primetime Saturday night is a rare and special moment. It’s my opportunity to bring the energy and entertainment on a night when the whole nation will be watching. Women’s boxing is thriving at the moment, but I’m determined to showcase something different – especially with it being the first time in 20 years that big-time boxing is shown on the BBC. It’s a new age, and I want people to look back and say this was the night the next generation arrived”

BOXXER Founder & CEO, Ben Shalom, said: “Francesca Hennessy is pure box office – a natural star who brings charisma, excitement and real fighting talent. This is a huge platform for her as part of the main BBC television broadcast and the perfect stage to introduce her to millions of new fans. I know she will shine in the spotlight and I’m so excited for her.”

Alex Kay Jelski, Director of BBC Sport: “After a historic summer for women’s sport, we’re proud to keep driving that momentum forwards by giving top female athletes the platform they deserve. Francesca Hennessy is one of British boxing’s most exciting rising talents, and her primetime debut on BBC Two and iPlayer is another great step in our mission to champion women’s sport and put it where it belongs – centre stage.”

The fight marks the return of professional boxing to free-to-air BBC primetime television for the first time in over 20 years. Coverage begins at 8pm on BBC Two, with the undercard streaming live on BBC iPlayer.

Headlining this historic night is a monumental clash for the British Heavyweight Title, as Frazer Clarke and Jeamie TKV go head-to-head in a bid to cement their place in boxing history.

Adding to the excitement, two high-stakes matchups featuring top domestic contenders have been confirmed for the undercard – streaming live and exclusively on BBC iPlayer.

Redcar’s Bobby Dalton (11-0, 2 KOs) puts his English Welterweight Title on the line against Dagenham’s Joel Kodua (9-0, 2 KOs) in a battle of unbeaten contenders that promises fireworks.

Both fighters enter the bout on the back of career-best performances. Dalton secured the English title with a hard-fought majority decision over Ben Vaughn, while Kodua claimed the Southern Area belt with an impressive tenth-round TKO victory over Daniel Francis.

With pride, legacy and future opportunities on the line, both men will be eager to prove they are England’s number one welterweight and to take another step forward in their careers.

Manchester’s undefeated Mauro Silva (9-0, 4 KOs) hasn’t put a foot wrong since turning professional. The 23-year-old, who is managed by Chris Eubank Jr, impressed in his most recent outing with a dominant fourth-round stoppage of Omir Rodriguez in Barnsley.

He now faces the toughest test of his career to date, stepping up in class to take on Coventry’s Bradley Goldsmith (13-1, 9 KOs) in an eight-round middleweight contest.

Goldsmith, who trains out of the renowned Ingle Gym in Sheffield, delivered a gutsy performance earlier this year in a thrilling fight with Troy Coleman for the Midlands Area Title.

The 27-year-old had Coleman hurt in the sixth round, but a dramatic turnaround saw Goldsmith suffer his first professional defeat. Eager to return to title contention, Goldsmith will be looking to make a statement with a win over the unbeaten Silva.

Former world title challenger Jack Massey (22-3, 12 KOs) also returns to action following his courageous attempt at Jai Opetaia’s IBF World Cruiserweight Title last year. The 32-year-old former IBO, European and Commonwealth Champion, is determined to work his way back into the world’s elite, beginning with a comeback clash against heavy-handed Argentinian Ivan Gabriel Garcia (10-4-1, 10 KOs).

Further details of the undercard will be announced soon.

Limited tickets are still available at BOXXER.com.




BOXING RETURNS TO BBC PRIMETIME TV AS FRAZER CLARKE AND JEAMIE TKV HEADLINE IN HISTORIC BRITISH HEAVYWEIGHT TITLE FIGHT ON OCTOBER 25 

Live professional boxing will return to the BBC primetime television on Saturday, October 25 when Frazer Clarke and Jeamie TKV fight in a blockbuster battle for the British Heavyweight Title at the Vaillant Live Arena in Derby. 

They will headline the debut event in the landmark new partnership between BBC Sport and BOXXER, with all the action available to watch live and free-to-air on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer.

The heavyweight rivals will go head-to-head in a primetime slot of 8–10pm on BBC Two, with the undercard action streaming live on BBC iPlayer.

The British Heavyweight Title is one of the most coveted prizes in boxing. The winner will follow in the footsteps of heavyweight greats such as Henry Cooper, Lennox Lewis, Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua by claiming the prestigious Lonsdale Belt.

Tokyo 2020 Olympic Bronze medalist Clarke, from Burton-On-Trent, came agonisingly close to capturing the British crown in March 2024, battling to a thrilling draw with Fabio Wardley at The O2 in London, with the British, Commonwealth and WBO European Titles all at stake.

Tottenham’s Tshikeva, known to fans as TKV, suffered disappointment earlier this year when his British Title challenge against David Adeleye ended in controversy. Ahead on the scorecards and seemingly in control of the fight, he was denied his moment by a contentious refereeing decision.

Both men are determined to leave nothing to chance this time round as they look to write their names into the history books and prove who reigns supreme in the British heavyweight division. 

Frazer Clarke said: “It’s amazing to be headlining on the BBC. It is such a big platform. There are going to be so many eyes on this fight, and I can’t wait to get out there and put on a show. 

“I’ve always dreamed of winning the British title. I’m so hungry for this fight, so eager to get in there and finally make it mine. The fact it’s happening live on primetime BBC makes it even better.

“I’m going to be ice cold in there. I’ve travelled the world as an amateur, I’ve had my ups and downs as a pro, and I’ve learned from all of it. I’m seasoned, I’m hardened, and I’m more focused and determined for this fight than ever before. 

“Jeamie is a solid all-round fighter, but I know the level I’m at and the work I’ve been putting in at the gym. He won’t hear the final bell.  I’m a more complete fighter now than I’ve ever been, and with that comes knockouts. My mindset is simple: go in there, get the win, and make a statement. I’m not looking past Jeamie, but I will go straight through him.” 

Jeamie TKV said: “I’m excited to get the opportunity to showcase my skills in front of millions on primetime television. People are going to see things from me they haven’t seen before. I’ve got certain skills that are rare for a heavyweight, and I’m capable of bringing something different every fight. I’ve been slept on before, but they shouldn’t sleep on me in this one.

“Me and Frazer have been going back and forth for years, and now’s the right time. We finally get to settle it for the British title, and to do it on a massive platform like the BBC makes it even bigger. Frazer’s a good fighter, and I expect the best version of him to turn up, but I’m bringing the heat and the fire.

“After the controversial ending to my last fight, I’m more determined than ever to get that British title. I’m very hungry for it, and I’m ready to show everyone why I deserve it.

“This fight isn’t going the distance, 100%. We’re going to war, and I know what I’m bringing to the table. He won’t be able to handle it. I’m hungry, I’m dangerous, and I’m ready to take that belt.”

Alex Kay-Jelski, Director of BBC Sport, said: “There’s no bolder way to bring boxing back to BBC primetime and across our digital platforms than with a heavyweight title clash. This is more than a fight, it’s a historic moment in the making. Two incredible and determined fighters. One title. And the nation watching. We’re proud to make this event free-to-air and accessible to all, marking a new era for the sport and connecting with the next generation of boxing fans.”

BOXXER Founder and CEO, Ben Shalom, said: “The British public love nothing more than a big heavyweight tear-up, and this fight is set to deliver maximum entertainment value. It’s impossible to call between Frazer and TKV. Both men are warriors with everything at stake and the nation watching. I’m excited to welcome a new generation of fans to the sport who have grown up without boxing on free-to-air TV and will now get the chance to experience it on the BBC for the first time.”

Further details of the undercard will be announced soon.

Tickets starting from £40 go on sale today (Thursday, September 25) at 12pm via BOXXER.com. 

This event is presented in association with official partners Betfred, Riyadh Season, Champion, HELL Energy, That Prize Guy, Car Finance 247 and IFX Payments. 




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JEAMIE TKV AND FRANKLIN IGNATIUS COLLIDE IN HEAVYWEIGHT BATTLE ON OCTOBER 19TH AT THE COPPER BOX ARENA IN LONDON

LONDON, UK (September 6, 2024) – Jeamie TKV and Franklin Ignatius collide in a mouth-watering all-British heavyweight battle on Saturday, October 19th at the Copper Box Arena in London, presented by BOXXER, live on Sky Sports in the UK and Ireland and Peacock in the USA.

The heavyweight foes, who have previously fought as amateurs, will reignite their rivalry as part of BOXXER’s hotly anticipated ‘High Voltage’ fight night topped by the explosive super lightweight clash between Adam Azim and Ohara Davies.

Tottenham’s TKV (6-1, 3 KOs) returns to the ring following an impressive points victory over Kostiantyn Dovbyshchenko last time out at The OVO Arena Wembley in February.

The 30-year-old, who trains alongside heavyweight star Anthony Joshua under the tutelage of renowned coach Ben Davison, will now step up to take on the undefeated Ignatius over ten rounds.

Having recently overcome fellow British heavyweight prospects Steve Robinson and Hosea Stewart, Ignatius (6-0-1, 1 KO) will be aiming to extend his unbeaten run and claim another notable domestic scalp.

The Dagenham boxer is also out for revenge having lost by single point to TKV when they met in the London finals as amateurs in 2019.

Jeamie TKV said: “I’m back and ready for violence. I’ve already beaten Franklin once in the amateurs and now I’m going to do it again in the pros.”

Franklin Ignatius said: “Jeamie beat me by one point in the amateurs. I’m looking to avenge that defeat. I know it will be a tough fight but it’ll be entertaining and I’m confident that I’ll win. I’m thankful to BOXXER and Sky Sports for the opportunity and I plan on taking full advantage of it.”

BOXXER Founder and CEO Ben Shalom said: “This is a great heavyweight fight and a fantastic addition to an action-packed night of boxing at the Copper Box Arena on October 19th. Jeamie and Franklin have history and that’s sure to add some extra spice. It’s a big opportunity for both men. The winner will be in a great position to get their name firmly on the domestic heavyweight scene.”

Fights fans can expect an electric atmosphere when British super lightweight rivals Adam Azim and Ohara Davies go toe-to-toe in a highly charged contest on Saturday, October 19th at the Copper Box Arena in London.

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This event is presented in association with official partners HELL Energy and That Prize Guy.




Buatsi Decisions Azeez in Light Heavyweight Scrap

In a very competitive and high-stakes battle of undefeated light heavyweights, Joshua Buatsi won a 12-round unanimous decision over Dan Azeez at The Ovo Arena in London.

The fighters took turning taking rounds early as Azeez looked ti get inside and land power shots, while Buatsi was able to set up his power shots behind a long jab.

In round 11, Buatsi dropped Azeez with a right hand. At the end of the round, Azeez went down again when a left landed and Azeez went down on his front. In round 12, Buatsi rocked Azeez across the ring

Buatsi landed 228 of 841 punches. Azeez was 159 of 713.

Buatsi, 174 lbs of London won by scores of 117-109 and 116-112 twice and is now 18-0. Azeez, 172.3 lbs of London is now 20-1.

Adam Azim remained undefeated with a fifth round stoppage over Enock Poulsen

In round five, Azim put Poulson down with a left hand. Poulson complained of a right shoulder injury and the bout was stopped at 2:39.

Azim, 140 lbs of England is 11-0 with eight knockouts. Poulsen, 139.5 lbs of Denmark via Zambia is 14-1.

Ben Whittaker remained undefeated with a five-round beatdown of Khalid Graidia in a scheduled eight-round light heavyweight bout.

In round two, Whittaker dropped Graidia with a left hand.

In round five, Whittaker battered Graidia with nine unanswered hard blows and the fight was stopped at 1:57

Whittaker, 175 lbs is 6-0 with five knockouts. Graidia, 176 lbs is 10-14-5.

Caroline Dubois won a 10-round unanimous decision over Miranda Reyes in a lightweight bout.

Dubois, 134.5 lbs of London won by scores of 100-90 on all cards and is now 9-0. Reyes, 134 lbs of Houston is 7-2-1.

Jeamie TKV won a six-round decision over Kostiantyn Dovbyshchenko in a heavyweight bout.

TKV, 263 lbs of Tottenham, ENG won by a 58-55 score and is now 6-1. Dovbyshchenko, 255 lbs of Ukraine is 10-15-1.




WHITTAKER ADDS STAR POWER TO BUATSI-AZEEZ UNDERCARD

LONDON, UK (January 16, 2024) – Future boxing superstar Ben Whittaker will look to steal the show as he returns to action on the undercard of the huge all-British showdown between unbeaten #1 and #2 world ranked light heavyweights Joshua Buatsi and Dan Azeez on Saturday, February 3rd at the OVO Arena Wembley in London, live and exclusive on Sky Sports in the UK and Ireland and Peacock in the USA.

Whittaker closed the year in style with a highlight reel knockout of Stiven Leonetti Dredhaj in Bournemouth. Now 5-0, the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Silver medallist is aiming to kick-start the New Year with another spectacular performance when he takes on Swiss-based French fighter Khalid Graidia over eight-rounds.

Graidia returns to British shores having previously shared the ring with Whittaker’s domestic rivals Zach Parker, Ezra Taylor and Karol Itauma in London. Graidia also took British and Commonwealth Champion Dan Azeez the distance when they squared off in Milan in July 2023.

“The Surgeon is back and ready to start 2024 with another clinical performance. I’m putting the whole light heavyweight division on notice. Another big year is on the way so don’t miss the start of it on February 3rd,” said Whittaker.

“This is the start to a huge year for Ben Whittaker,” said BOXXER CEO and Founder Ben Shalom. “He will bring his star power to an already massive night for the light heavyweight division on February 3rd in London. Ben is a special talent and we expect to see him headlining shows and fighting for major titles this year.”

Having dethroned Franck Petitjean in front of a capacity crowd in Wolverhampton last year, Adam Azim makes the first defence of his EBU European Super Lightweight Title against undefeated former champion Enock Poulsen.

Rising featherweight star Francesca Hennessy and heavyweight hope Jeamie TKV are also confirmed for action in the capital. Hennessy, who has wowed fans with her explosive style since joining the paid ranks last year, goes in search of her third professional victory, while TKV looks to get back to winning ways having suffered his first career defeat to Igor Macedo in September 2023.

This event is presented in association with official partners Bet365, Everlast, WOW HYDRATE, Integritas Property Group and IFX Payments.

Tickets starting from £30 are available via BOXXER.com




“I WANT WILDER, WHYTE OR DUBOIS!”  BAKOLE CALLS FOR BIG NAME BATTLES AFTER HAMMERING HULK IN POLAND

RZESZOW, POLAND – (Saturday, April 22) – After hammering ‘The Hulk’ in less than two rounds and handing the previously-undefeated Ukrainian heavyweight his first stoppage loss, Martin Bakole (19-1, 14 KO’s)  called out some of the division’s biggest names to face him in the ring next.

Making his official BOXXER debut, Bakole stopped the previously undefeated ‘Ukrainian Hulk’ Ihor Shevadzutsky (10-1, 8 KO’s) at 0:45 of the second round, demonstrating exactly why he is the most avoided heavyweight on the planet.

Originally from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Bakole is a son of the hereditary ruler of the Kananga province and brother of former WBC world cruiserweight champion Ilunga Makabu, who is next in line for throne. 

For the last four years he has been based in Ayrshire, where he trains under the stewardship of Billy Nelson, hence his nickname ‘The Next King of Scotland’. In keeping with his royal heritage, Bakole has his eyes on the heavyweight crown and wants a huge heavyweight showdown to be his next step towards that. 

Speaking to Sky Sports, Bakole said: “I want Dillian Whyte, Daniel Dubois, Oleksandr Usyk. Why not? I call people out because I know I can stop them! I made a big statement tonight. I was the first guy to stop [Hulk]. This guy has never been stopped before, I was the first to stop him.” 

BOXXER Founder and CEO, Ben Shalom added: “Everyone in boxing knows how good this guy is and now we need to make sure he gets to mandatory so that people can’t keep avoiding him. He’s ready for the big fights and for me Deontay Wilder is the fight he should be getting next. 

“If Usyk is facing Dubois next then the thing that makes sense according to the WBA rankings I think would be Bakole against Deontay Wilder. and we’re also interested in Dillian Whyte or Daniel Dubois.”

There was another impressive heavyweight performance in the shape of rising star Jeamie TKV (5-0, 3 KO’s).

Making light work of Polish native Michal Boloz (now 5-5, 2 KO’s), the London fighter scored the third knockout win of his young professional career to take his record to five wins from five fights, with three of those wins by knockout. 

Body shots were the key to victory, a rare sight in the professional heavyweight ranks, with TKV digging for gold repeatedly in Boloz’s midriff before finally folding him in half and sending him through the ring ropes during the fight-ending sequence.

“I started a bit slow, he had weight behind his punches so I needed to be smart. I knew if I caught him in the body nicely, he was going to go,” TKV told Sky Sports reporter Andy Scott at ringside post-fight.

“I’ve got more to show, more to come. I want more fights, more experience. I hope the guys at home enjoyed that knockout.”

In the main event, presented in association with Knockout Promotions, hometown hero Lukasz Rozanski (15-0, 14 KO’s) made short work of Croatian wildman Alen ‘The Savage’ Babic (11-1, 10 KO’s) to claim the inaugural WBC World Bridgerweight Championship in front of a partisan crowd in the sold-out G2A Arena.

This was never going to go the distance – both fighters are gunslingers who favour all-out aggression and eschew defence – but the first-round finish was still surprising in its ferocity. 

Rozanski found his mark first and Babic never fully recovered, being put on the back foot almost instantly and suffering a storm of heavy leather which did not relent until the referee waved the fight off at 2.10 of the second round.

Earlier in the evening, Birmingham’s Steed Woodall (18-1-1-, 11 KO’s) survived a brief wobble late in the fight to take a unanimous decision over Boris Crighton (11-3, 7 KO’s) in a bout which was closely fought for all of its eight rounds. 

This event was presented in association with official partners Everlast and Wow Hydrate.

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BOXXER: Poland, April 22 Announced – World Title; Dubois; Bakole

London, UK – (March 15, 2023) – BOXXER heads to Poland next month for its second international event of 2023, presenting a world title fight and a stacked card of elite championship boxing on Saturday, April 22, in association with Knockout Promotions.

Fresh from a successful event in Paris last weekend, where Dan Azeez captured the EBU light-heavyweight title and Lauren Price extended her unbeaten professional record, another huge trip to the continent is in the reckoning.

Caroline Dubois leads the star-studded travelling party to Rzeszów, along with brand new BOXXER signing Martin Bakole and fellow heavyweight Jeamie TKV – with Alen Babic headlining, live and exclusively in the UK & Republic of Ireland on Sky Sports, when he faces Lukasz Rozanski for the vacant WBC World Bridgerweight title. 

Trained by Shane McGuigan, rising superstar Dubois (6-0, 5 KOs) blasted her way through Feriche Mashaury at the OVO Wembley Arena in February to make another emphatic stride in her burgeoning career.

Mashaury has fought the likes of Chantelle Cameron and Terri Harper and took recently crowned British Boxer of the Year Natasha Jonas the distance in 2019.

But former Team GB hero Dubois, 22, made light work of her Tanzania rival and dispatched her inside two destructive rounds. An opponent for April 22 will be named in due course.

The ‘Next King of Scotland’ Martin Bakole (18-1-0, 13 KOs) will make his highly-anticipated BOXXER debut when he takes on unbeaten Ukrainian, Ihor Shevadzutskyi (10-0, 8 KOs) in a battle of the behemoths. 

Bakole signed a long-term deal with BOXXER back in February. And the Ayrshire-based heavyweight, who is ranked highly by the WBA, will be out to make a major statement when he collides with a man nicknamed ‘the Hulk’, who has wins over Kevin Johnson and Kamil Sokolowski on his CV.

Standing at a menacing 6ft 6in, Bakole hails from the Democratic Republic of Congo, where he was born a prince to the son of the ruler of the Kananga province. His brother is former WBC World Cruiserweight king, Ilunga Makabu.

His record is as impressive as his stature, having won 18 professional fights including his last in May 2022 when he celebrated a majority decision victory over Tony Yoka in the Rio 2016 Olympic champion’s homeland in Paris, France.

Bakole’s only defeat was in 2018 to American heavyweight Michael Hunter. But he has responded with seven successive wins since – five of which were knockouts, including triumphs against Kevin Johnson and Mariusz Wach.

Another impressive heavyweight on the fight card in Rzeszów is Jeamie TKV (4-0, 2 KOs).

The undefeated Londoner has made a great impression with BOXXER, enjoying four wins – including his breathtaking points victory over Harry Armstrong last month.

The 29-year-old has been training in Texas and can now look forward to his first fight outside of his capital city when he travels to Poland next month.

Completing the line-up will be a hotly-contested main event which sees the popular Croatian knockout artist, Alen ‘The Savage’ Babic (11-0, 10 KOs) battle Poland’s own Lukasz Rozanski (14-0, 13 KOS) for the vacant WBC World Bridgerweight Championship.

BOXXER CEO & Founder, Ben Shalom said: “Another significant European adventure awaits. Paris was an incredible success and we believe that this fight night in Poland will be hugely impactful in the world of boxing. 

“Caroline Dubois has proved unstoppable and this will be a brilliant test for her overseas. Jeamie TKV has lit up our screens with some hugely impressive heavyweight performances and you will not want to blink when the ‘Next King of Scotland’ Martin Bakole stands toe-to-toe with the ‘Ukrainian Hulk’, Ihor Shevadzutskyi in chief support.

“Topped by a huge world title fight with Alan Babic, we are looking forward to another showcase for our world class roster on the global stage with Sky Sports.”

Further news on tickets and media accreditation will be released in due course.

This event is presented in association with official partners Everlast, WOW HYDRATE and Village Hotels.




UNBEATEN HEAVYWEIGHT JEAMIE TKV JOINS BOXXER: BREAKTHROUGH ‘SUPER SUNDAY’ CARD ON NOVEMBER 27th

Hard-hitting heavyweight prospect Jeamie TKV will fight in front of his north London faithful for BOXXER: Breakthrough on a ‘Super Sunday’ at Alexandra Palace on November 27th.

In what is an action-packed weekend of sport, BOXXER brings a festival feeling to the nation’s capital and a new boxing experience – and unbeaten London fighter TKV will be hoping to send his legion of followers home happy, just a stone’s throw away from his hometown in Tottenham.

Ferocious featherweights Rhys Edwards and Jimmy Lee will be in action respectively, whilst undefeated middleweight George Mitchell joins next month’s cracking card in the capital, live and exclusively in the UK and Republic of Ireland on Sky Sports.

Fight fans can look forward to an unmissable feast of activities at ‘Ally Pally’ in an afternoon jam-packed with 50:50 fights and some of the country’s future superstars.

Adam ‘The Assassin’ Azim, a generational talent and the most exciting prospect in British boxing today, faces a tough test which will draw even more attention to his ever-growing profile as he tops the bill against the wily and experienced campaigner Rylan Charlton in the main event.

Mikael Lawal and Deion Jumah collide for the British cruiserweight championship, as super middleweights Lerrone Richards and Zak Chelli go head-to-head. Sam Gilley and Sean Robinson battle for the English super-welterweight title as rising stars Shannon Ryan and Hassan Azim complete the bill.

MEDIA CAN APPLY FOR ACCREDITATION TODAY – CLICK HERE FOR NOVEMBER 27th CREDENTIALS

Meanwhile, you can also apply for accreditation for our forthcoming show at the AO Arena in Manchester on Saturday, November 12th.

Natasha Jonas fights for the unified world super-welterweight championship against Canada’s Marie-Eve Dicaire, as Dalton Smith defends his British super-lightweight title against Kaisee Benjamin, and Bradley Rea challenges Tyler Denny for the English middleweight belt.

And after BOXXER’s blockbuster show concludes, the legendary Ricky Hatton returns – led by Europa Combat – for an exhibition fight with Mexican great Marco Antonio Barrera on the same night. Don’t miss out on what promises to be a memorable evening.