Historic Boxing Event in Saudi Arabia
- Historic boxing event took place in Saudi Arabia featuring the first women's fight.
- The event included a star-studded undercard with Dmitry Bivol vs Artur Beterbiev headlining the fight.
- Boxing magnate Turki Alalshikh organized the event in Riyadh during the return of Riyadh Season.
Boxing promoter Turki Alalshikh has unveiled the inaugural fight card for the much-anticipated return of Riyadh Season in Saudi Arabia, headlined by a world light heavyweight title clash between Artur Beterbiev and Dimitry Bivol. This event, scheduled for October 12, is part of a broader series of boxing events that have recently taken place in the US and UK, including Terence Crawford's fight in August and the upcoming showdown between Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois at Wembley. Notably, the 'Four Crown Showdown' will feature the first-ever female boxing match in Saudi Arabia, with Skye Nicolson defending her WBC featherweight title against Raven Chapman. This historic bout marks a significant milestone for women's boxing in the region, showcasing the evolving landscape of the sport. Nicolson and Chapman will be among eight fighters competing on the night, highlighting the event's diverse lineup. Chris Eubank Jr. is also set to return to the ring, facing former world title challenger Kamil Szeremeta after his recent victory over Liam Smith. Eubank's record stands at 33 wins and three losses, and he aims to continue his winning streak. Additionally, an all-British rematch between Frazer Clarke and Fabio Wardley is on the card, following their previous draw, with Clarke expressing his determination to secure a knockout victory. The undercard promises exciting matchups, including Shakur Stevenson against Joe Cordina and Jai Opetaia defending his cruiserweight title against Jack Massey, alongside other notable bouts, ensuring a thrilling night for boxing fans.