Beterbiev vs Smith – ESPN+ – January 13- 10 pm ET

Artur “King Artur” Beterbiev, holder of three world titles and a proud resident of Montreal, is readying for his return home for a battle to keep his WBC/WBO/IBF light heavyweight champion belts. He is set to face Callum “Mundo” Smith, the WBC No. 1 contender, in what promises to be a great fight.

The fight will be broadcast live at 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT on ESPN, ESPN Deportes, and ESPN+ thanks to the collaboration of Eye of the Tiger, Top Rank, and Matchroom Boxing. British and Irish fans have exclusive access via Sky Sports.

Beterbiev’s (19-0, 19 KOs) unique standing as the only world champion with a 100% knockout ratio sets him apart. His return to Québec City, where he last fought in 2015, could signal the dawn of a new era in the region’s boxing landscape.

Smith’s (29-1, 21 KOs) impressive resume, featuring victories over George Groves, Hassan N’Dam, and John Ryder, has him primed to become a two-weight world champion. His career’s next chapter is significant, and the upcoming battle against Beterbiev adds to its gravity.

Adding to the spectacle is a heavyweight co-feature: Guido “The Gladiator” Vianello, the 2016 Italian Olympian, faces Simon “The Grizzly” Kean, the 2012 Canadian Olympian, in a 10-round heavyweight match. Both fighters, Vianello (10-1-1, 9 KOs) and Kean (23-1, 22 KOs), seek redemption, their hunger apparent in every step leading up to this contest.

The journey to this event wasn’t without its hurdles. Emergency dental surgery for Beterbiev forced a postponement. But the waiting has only intensified the anticipation, as expressed by Eye of the Tiger’s president, Camille Estephan, and Top Rank chairman Bob Arum.

The delay allowed over 6300 tickets to be sold, and the decision to continue without Beterbiev was carefully weighed to ensure quality for the fans.

This clash between Beterbiev and Smith not only will be a huge fight but also stands as a testament to Quebec’s vibrant boxing culture.

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