Ben Whittaker’s Matchroom Boxing Debut
Ben Whittaker is set to make his debut with Matchroom Boxing in a highly anticipated fight scheduled for November 29. The burgeoning star, who gained fame as an Olympic silver medalist, will square off against Germany’s Benjamin Gavazi at the NEC Arena in Birmingham, marking a significant step in his boxing journey after joining Eddie Hearn’s promotion earlier this month.
Whittaker’s Recent Performance
The 28-year-old Whittaker is coming off a bout in which he made a strong comeback by defeating Liam Cameron in Birmingham this past April. This victory came after a contentious draw in their previous encounter, where a back injury hindered his performance. Now, with a record of 9 wins, 1 draw, and 6 knockouts, Whittaker is focused on claiming the vacant WBC Silver light-heavyweight title, a fight that could further establish his reputation in the sport.
Eddie Hearn’s Praise
Matchroom Boxing chairman Eddie Hearn touted Whittaker as a transformative addition to the boxing landscape, declaring him
“the greatest signing any promoter could have made.”
Hearn is promoting the fight as part of a broader card filled with high-stakes bouts, emphasizing the importance of Whittaker’s home advantage.
Undercard Highlights
In addition to Whittaker’s match, the undercard will feature Molly McCann, known as “Meatball Molly,” competing in her second boxing match since transitioning from UFC. McCann aims to build on her successful professional debut in September, where she won via stoppage against Kate Radomska.
Whittaker’s Commitment
Reflecting on his decision to join Matchroom, Whittaker expressed his long-standing connection with the promotion and its leadership, citing a prior near-signing and fond memories from his early days training in Sheffield alongside stars like Anthony Joshua. He conveyed his excitement and commitment to making a mark in the boxing world, stating,
“With Eddie and Matchroom, I will become even more of a household name and one day become a world champion.”
