Exciting Showdown in Birmingham
This weekend, boxing fans are gearing up for an exciting showdown as Ben Whittaker returns to the ring, facing off against Benjamin Gavazi in his hometown of Birmingham. The 28-year-old Whittaker, known for his captivating personality and fierce fighting style, will be defending his undefeated record of 9 wins, 0 losses, and 1 draw, including 6 by knockout. His opponent, the 30-year-old German boxer Gavazi, boasts an impressive 19 wins and only 1 loss, with 13 of those victories coming via knockout.
Whittaker’s Journey
Whittaker, an Olympic silver medalist, has faced challenges in his professional career lately. His progress was disrupted following an incident last October when he and his previous opponent, Liam Cameron, both fell out of the ring during a fight, leading to a technical draw due to a subsequent injury Whittaker sustained. After a break, he returned in April with a decisive second-round stoppage of Cameron, which reignited interest in his career. Recently, he signed with Matchroom, thus marking a new chapter in his boxing journey as he prepares to make his promotional debut under the guidance of Eddie Hearn.
Fight Details
The fight is scheduled for Saturday, November 29, at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham. Fans can expect the main card to kick off at 7 PM GMT (11 AM PT / 1 PM CT / 2 PM ET), with the highly anticipated main event ring walks estimated for around 9:30 PM GMT (1:30 PM PT / 3:30 PM CT / 4:30 PM ET).
For viewers looking to catch the action live, the event will be exclusively broadcast on DAZN in the UK, US, and many other countries worldwide. Interested fans can subscribe to DAZN starting at £14.99 per month.
Betting Odds
Betting odds for this contest reflect Whittaker’s strong standing, with him favored at 1/18 to win, while Gavazi is pegged at 10/1, and a draw is priced at 20/1, according to BetFred.
Undercard Highlights
In addition to the main event, the night will feature an exciting undercard that includes:
- Ben Whittaker vs. Benjamin Gavazi (light-heavyweight)
- Cameron Vuong vs. Gavin Gwynne (lightweight)
- Molly McCann vs. Ebonie Cotton (women’s super-bantamweight)
- Aaron Bowen vs. Tom Cowling (middleweight)
- Zelfa Barrett vs. Liam Dillon (lightweight)
- Ibraheem Sulaimaan vs. Nico Ogbeide (super-featherweight)
- Alfie Middlemiss vs. TBA (featherweight)
Former UFC fighter Molly McCann will also be featured as she continues her transition into boxing after retiring from MMA earlier this year. Fans can expect a thrilling event, showcasing both established and emerging talents in the boxing world.
