Joshua Buatsi vs. Dan Azeez: Light Heavyweight Showdown Set for February 3 at The OVO Arena Wembley, Live on Sky Sports and Peacock at 2 pm ET
| Event Detail | Buatsi vs. Azeez |
|---|---|
| Date of Fight | Saturday, February 3 |
| Start Time | 8 pm UK time / 2 pm ET |
| Main Event Ringwalks | Approx. 11 pm UK time / 6 pm ET |
| Broadcast Information | Starts at 8 pm UK time / 2 pm ET. |
| U.S. Viewing | Peacock at 2 pm ET |
| U.K. Viewing | Sky Sports |
| Venue | OVO Wembley Arena, London |
Joshua Buatsi and Dan Azeez, two of the top light heavyweights in the world, were all set for a showdown at The O2 on October 21st. But Azeez hurt his back, and they had to push back their fight. So, now they’re going toe-to-toe on February 3, but not at The O2. They’re taking it to The OVO Arena Wembley, because The O2 was all booked up.
They thought about doing it on January 13th at The O2, but that was the same day Artur Beterbiev and Callum Smith were fighting for the Light Heavyweight World Title. Azeez’s coach, Buddy McGirt, who also trains Smith, would have been tied up.
So, what’s the big deal about this fight? Both Buatsi and Azeez are from London, unbeaten, and hungry to prove who’s the best. They’re fighting for more than just a win; the victor gets a shot at the WBA World Light Heavyweight Title. That’s a big deal.
Ben Shalom, the big boss at BOXXER, is pumped about having this fight in London. He says it’s a fight not to be missed, with a world title shot and London bragging rights on the line. Buatsi’s ready to show he’s the top dog in the division, and Azeez, now fully recovered, is just as eager.
If you had tickets for the October date and can’t make it in February, you can get your money back. But if you’re looking to grab a seat for this fight, head over to BOXXER.com and sign up for the presale.
OFFICIAL WEIGHTS FROM LONDON
WBA World Light Heavyweight Title Final Eliminator and British & Commonwealth Light Heavyweight Championships – 12 Rounds
Joshua Buatsi – 12st 6lbs / 174lbs
Dan Azeez – 12st 4lbs 5oz / 172.3lbs
European Super Lightweight Championship – 12 Rounds
Adam Azim – 10st / 140lbs
Enock Poulsen – 9st 13lbs 5oz / 139.5lbs
Light Heavyweight Contest – 8 Rounds
Ben Whittaker – 12st 7lbs 5oz / 175.5lbs
Khalid Graidia – 12st 8lbs / 176lbs
IBO World Lightweight Championship – 10 (x2min) Rounds
Caroline Dubois – 9st 8lbs 5oz / 134.5lbs
Miranda Reyes – 9st 8lbs / 134lbs
Heavyweight Contest – 6 Rounds
Jeamie TKV – 18st 11lbs 5oz / 263lbs
Kostiantyn Dovbyshchenko – 18st 3lbs / 255lbs
Bantamweight Contest – 6 (x2min) Rounds
Francesca Hennessy – 8st 10lbs 5oz / 125.5lbs
Lauren Belen Valdebenito – 8st 13lbs / 125lbs