As anticipation reaches its peak, boxing fans around the world are gearing up for an electrifying rematch between two British middleweight titans, Liam Smith and Chris Eubank Jr. This highly-anticipated showdown is set to take place on Saturday, September 2, 2023, at Manchester’s AO Arena.
In their previous bout earlier this year, Liam Smith shocked the world by delivering a stunning fourth-round stoppage victory over Eubank Jr. The Liverpudlian boxer dropped Eubank Jr. not once but twice, marking the first career stoppage for the former world champion. This victory, a surprise to many, has made Smith the favorite to repeat his triumph in their upcoming clash.
However, the road to the rematch has been far from smooth. The bout experienced two delays, primarily due to an injury sustained by Smith. Eubank Jr. also made a significant change by switching trainers from Roy Jones Jr. to Brian ‘BoMac’ McIntyre, a member of Terence Crawford’s team. This decision could either prove to be a masterstroke or a sign of the fighter grappling with the pressure of the big occasion.
Get Ready for Smith vs Eubank Jr 2: Fight Date, Start Time, Undercard, and Ring Walks
The main undercard promises its own excitement, featuring matchups like Mark Heffron vs. Jack Cullen and Adam Azim vs. Aram Faniian. These undercard bouts will set the stage for the headline event, with ring walks expected at approximately 10 pm BST. UK fans can catch all the action live on Sky Sports Box Office for a pay-per-view cost of £19.95. For those on the go, the Sky Sports Box Office app provides an online streaming option.
The fight card for the evening is stacked with talent, including bouts such as:
Liam Smith vs. Chris Eubank Jr
Mark Heffron vs. Jack Cullen
Adam Azim vs. Aram Faniian
Mikaela Mayer vs. Silvia Bortot
Frankie Stringer vs. Christian Lopez Flores
Frazer Clarke vs. David Allen
Florian Marku vs. Dylan Moran
Lauren Price vs. Lolita Muzeya
With the stage set for an evening of thrilling boxing action, Smith and Eubank Jr. are ready to renew hostilities in a rematch that has captured the imagination of fight fans. Whether Smith can replicate his earlier success or if Eubank Jr. can stage a comeback remains to be seen, but one thing is certain – this fight card promises to deliver unforgettable moments inside the squared circle.
