Artur Beterbiev is all set to take on Callum Smith in a highly anticipated fight for three light heavyweight belts, promoted by Top Rank. The winning boxer will have the chance to compete for the undisputed 175-pound championship in Saudi Arabia. For boxing enthusiasts, there’s a lot to look forward to in this match.
Tonight’s event will be broadcast on ESPN, ESPN Deportes, and ESPN+, starting at 10pm ET/7pm PT. The preliminary card kicks off at 5:30pm ET on ESPN+.
Stay tuned below for live updates and results of tonight’s live boxing event.
Here’s a lineup of the matches:
Artur Beterbiev vs. Callum Smith
Christian Mbili vs. Rohan Murdoch
Qualifying games will be played on ESPN+ at 5:30pm ET.
Other matches include:
Jason Moloney vs. Saul Sanchez
Imam Hatayev vs. Michal Ludovichak
Leila Beaudoin vs. Elizabeth Chavez
Wilkens Mathieu vs. Jose Arias
Mehmet Unal vs. Dragan Lepei
Christopher Guerrero vs. Sergio Garcia
Moreno Fendero vs. Victor Hugo Flores
Beterbiev’s relentless pressure vs. Smith’s counter punch
Chris Algieri mentioned that the outcome of the fight hinges on Callum Smith’s ability to keep Artur Beterbiev at bay and land punches effectively. He emphasized Beterbiev’s relentless nature and his precision as a puncher.
Durability and physicality
Pauli Malignaggi highlighted the importance of durability in facing an aggressive boxer like Beterbiev. He recalled a past fight where Beterbiev’s power had a significant impact. Malignaggi also discussed Smith’s approach and the strategic considerations around maximizing his punching power.
Smith: Counterpunch sniper
Teddy Atlas underscored Smith’s physical strength and his inclination to engage in close-range combat. He emphasized the need for Smith to utilize his strengths strategically.
Key to victory
According to Algieri, Beterbiev’s impressive track record and knockout prowess pose a challenge for Smith. He highlighted the significance of Smith’s height advantage and the need for strategic maneuvering to outmaneuver Beterbiev.
