Vergil Ortiz Jr is looking to keep active this year with his second fight of 2024 now confirmed. 

Ortiz Jr will be taking on former world title challenger Thomas Dulorme who has not appeared in a boxing ring since July 2022.

The hard-hitting American meanwhile last fought in January when he produced a first round knockout against Fredrick Lawson. 

Here's everything you need to know ahead of Ortiz Jr vs. Dulorme.

When is Ortiz Jr vs. Dulorme?

Date: Saturday, April 27
Start time: 8 p.m. ET / 1 a.m. UK (Sunday)
Location: Fresno, California

The fighters are expected to ringwalk at around 10:00 PM EST / 7:00 PM PST at Save Mart Center, Fresno, United States, which is around 3:00 AM BST in the UK.

What has been said?

Vergil Ortiz:

“I have spent a few weeks in Fresno in 2023 and I grew to love the city,” said Ortiz Jr. “I’m looking forward to putting on a great show for the fans out there, and I am content that we are staying active. 2024 is looking to be a great year for me.”

Thomas Dulorme:

“I’ve been waiting for another big fight and this is exactly what I have wanted,” said Dulorme. “Vergil is a good fighter. I know him very well from years of training alongside him. One thing I can say is that the fans are going to get into an all-out war!”

 

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