Professional boxing makes its return to the BBC this weekend with a major heavyweight matchup. The headline fight features Frazer Clarke facing Jeamie TKV, also known as Tshikeva, for the vacant British heavyweight title. This event marks a significant moment as it returns boxing to free-to-air television in the UK.
Event Details
The bout will occur on Saturday, November 29, at the Vaillant Live arena in Derby. Coverage will begin on BBC iPlayer from 6 PM GMT and continue on BBC Two from 8 PM GMT until 10 PM GMT.
Fighter Backgrounds
Frazer Clarke, 34, is an Olympic bronze medalist. He has attempted to claim the British title three times, previously drawing with Fabio Wardley and losing in their rematch. Clarke recently achieved a stoppage win over Ebenezer Tetteh, aiming to secure the title.
Jeamie TKV, 32, is looking to bounce back from a controversial loss to David Adeleye in April. This weekend’s fight is crucial for him as he seeks to alter the trajectory of his boxing career.
Undercard Highlights
The undercard for the event features several intriguing matchups:
- Frazer Clarke vs Jeamie Tshikeva (vacant British heavyweight title)
- Bobby Dalton (champion) vs Joel Kodua (English welterweight title)
- Francesca Hennessy vs Fabiana Bytyqi (bantamweight)
- Bradley Goldsmith vs Jordan Dujon (middleweight)
- Jack Massey vs Ivan Gabriel Garcia (cruiserweight)
- Josh Rose vs Jorge Luis Huerta Balleza (super-featherweight)
- Scott Melvin vs Harvey Sturton (super-lightweight)
Betting Odds
Current odds for the main event, according to BetFred, are:
| Fighter | Odds |
|---|---|
| Frazer Clarke | 2/9 |
| Jeamie TKV | 18/5 |
| Draw | 18/1 |
Conclusion
This event not only reignites boxing on the BBC but also sets the stage for exciting matchups and a pivotal title clash. Fans can look forward to a night filled with action and drama in the heavyweight division.
