Exciting Boxing Events Announced
Turki Alalshikh has recently announced an exhilarating lineup of major boxing events scheduled for this autumn in both Saudi Arabia and the UK, as reported by Ring Magazine, which is under his ownership. The thrilling announcement has generated considerable buzz among boxing enthusiasts and media alike.
Key Matchups
One of the highlights will be the highly anticipated rematch between British boxers Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn, set to take place on September 20 in London. This matchup follows their intense confrontation earlier in the spring, echoing the historic rivalry of their fathers, Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn, from the 1990s.
While it remains unconfirmed, there is speculation that the venue may again be Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, which successfully hosted their first bout on April 26.
This upcoming fight is pivotal for Eubank, as a chance to face Canelo Alvarez looms should he emerge victorious. Reports from World Boxing News indicate that Canelo is eager to meet Eubank in England later in May, following his upcoming fight with Terence Crawford, which takes place just one week before the Eubank and Benn rematch.
Title Fight in Riyadh
In addition to this clash, another major fight is on the horizon. Turki Alalshikh has confirmed that Brian Norman Jr. will defend his WBO welterweight title against Devin Haney in a noteworthy bout scheduled for November in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Norman, who recently earned a nomination for Knockout of the Year with a stunning finish against Jin Sasaki in Tokyo, will face Haney, who is striving for a third world title in his first encounter as a full-fledged 147-pound fighter.
Having previously held championships at both lightweight and super lightweight, Haney aims to regain some momentum following a mediocre victory over Jose Ramirez in his last outing.
Looking Ahead
With two major fights on the calendar, Alalshikh is gearing up for a spectacular autumn that promises to elevate the profile of boxing in both Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom, paving the way for an exciting future in the sport.
