Boxing enthusiasts are in for a thrilling evening, with three major events lined up. In Newcastle, Britain’s own Josh Kelly will be vying for a world title for the first time, facing off against the undefeated powerhouse Bakhram Murtazaliev. The former Olympian has been on a winning streak since his surprising defeat to David Avanesyan in 2021.

With seven consecutive victories under his belt, Kelly is hoping to realise his dream on home turf. Meanwhile, boxing returns to the BBC with Ben Shalom’s BOXXER staging its second card on the national broadcaster, following a successful debut in November. Headlining the event is rising star Fran Hennessy, who aims to maintain her unbeaten record against Ellie Bouttell.

The two will compete for the vacant WBC Silver women’s bantamweight title. Over in New York, a highly anticipated title fight is set to take place. Three-weight world champion Shakur Stevenson moves up to super-lightweight to challenge Teofimo Lopez for his WBO title.

So, here’s everything you need to know ahead of tonight’s bouts….

Bakhram Murtazaliev vs Josh Kelly

Bakhram Murtazaliev vs Josh Kelly UK start time

Tonight’s showdown will take place at the Utilita Arena in Newcastle, with the main card set to kick off around 7pm GMT. In the headline event, Kelly is expected to make his entrance first at approximately 9.30pm GMT, followed closely by Murtazaliev.

The two fighters will then touch gloves before the first bell rings. The bout could start earlier if the undercard fights finish ahead of schedule.

How to watch Bakhram Murtazaliev vs Josh Kelly

The entire event will be broadcast live on DAZN, a popular streaming service that can be accessed as an additional subscription on television sets. It’s also available for live streaming via the official website or through the downloadable app.

A DAZN membership costs £119.99 annually or £14.99 monthly, alternatively £24.99 on a flexible arrangement that permits cancellation at any time.

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Full fight card and undercard

• Bakhram Murtazaliev vs Josh Kelly
• Josh Padley vs Jaouad Belmehdi
• Elif Nur Turhan vs Taylah Gentzen
• Josh Blenkiron vs Robbie Colman
• Leo Atang vs Amine Boucetta
• Brad Casey vs Lee Roberts
• Lee Rogers vs TBA
• Kiaran MacDonald vs TBA

Francesca Hennessy vs Ellie Bouttell

Francesca Hennessy vs Ellie Bouttell start time

The event is set to take place at London’s Copper Box Arena. The fight card is expected to commence around 6pm GMT.

In the main event, Bouttell is scheduled to enter the ring first at approximately 10pm GMT, with Hennessy following shortly after. The two fighters will then touch gloves before the first bell rings.

The fight could potentially start earlier if the undercard bouts finish ahead of schedule.

How to watch Francesca Hennessy vs Ellie Bouttell

UK fans can catch all the action live on BBC Two, or stream the event live on BBC iPlayer for on-the-go viewing. For US viewers, the fight will be available to stream on Triller.

Full fight card and undercard.

• Francesca Hennessy vs Ellie Bouttell
• Joel Kodua vs Joe Garside
• Gradus Kraus vs Boris Crighton
• Ergal Elezaj vs Will Howe
• Hassan Azim vs Sean Murray
• Archie Sharp vs Angelo Dragone
• Derrick Osadolor vs Ben Vickers
• Saqib Mehmood vs Engel Gomez

Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson

What time is Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson?

The highly anticipated card is set to take place at Madison Square Garden in New York later this evening. The main card is expected to commence at approximately 11pm GMT on Saturday.

In the headline bout, Stevenson will make his ring walk first at roughly 3.50am, with Lopez following immediately afterwards. The two fighters will then touch gloves moments before the opening bell rings.

Whilst the fight shouldn’t start any later than this scheduled time, it could begin earlier if the undercard bouts finish ahead of schedule.

How to watch Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson

The Lopez versus Stevenson bout will be shown live on DAZN pay-per-view, costing £24.99 in the UK and $69.99 in the US for a single event. Boxing enthusiasts can also opt for a bundle deal featuring both the Lopez vs Stevenson and Mario Barrios vs Ryan Garcia fights, set for 21st February, at a reduced rate of $109.99 in the US and £39.99 in the UK.

Viewers can access the action for FREE by registering for DAZN Ultimate above.

Full fight card and undercard

• Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson
• Keyshawn Davis vs Jamaine Ortiz
• Bruce Carrington vs Carlos Castro
• Carlos Adames vs Austin Williams
• Jarrell Miller vs Kingsley Ibeh
• Ziyad Al Maayouf vs Kevin Castillo