Christian Mbilli will put his undefeated record on the line when he faces former world title challenger, Sergiy Derevyanchenko.
Can Mbilli become the first person to stop the tough Ukrainian?
Here's everything you need to know ahead of Christian Mbilli vs. Sergiy Derevyanchenko
When is Christian Mbilli vs. Sergiy Derevyanchenko?
Date: Saturday, August 17.
Time: 8 p.m. ET / 1 a.m. UK (Sunday)
Main event ringwalks (approx): 11 p.m. ET / 4 a.m. UK (Sunday)
The ringwalks for Mbilli vs. Derevyanchenko are scheduled for 11 p.m. ET / 4 a.m. UK with the event set to begin at 8 p.m. ET / 1 a.m. UK. These timings are subject to change.
What has been said?
Christian Mbilli:
“Derevyanchenko's achievements speak for themselves.”
“This is a very dangerous fight, but extremely necessary for Christian Mbilli's progression.”
“I’ve been following his career since I was 15. He defeated many elite boxers from the French team, but unfortunately turned professional when I moved up to seniors.”
“I’ve extensively analyzed Derevyanchenko’s fights to perfect my technique.”
“It’s an honor for me to fight him, and I intend to thank him by giving him the toughest fight of his life. It’s going to be a war on August 17th, you don’t want to miss it.”
Sergiy Derevyanchenko:
“ I could have won in the past against the other guys, put the but past is the past.”
“I respect my opponent. Mbilli’s undefeated, he’s a strong guy, but I’ve been doing this for a long time. I’ve seen it all and I will be the winner on August 17th.”
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