This weekend, Kiko Martinez and Josh Warrington will return to the ring for their highly-anticipated rematch. We’ve got all the details you need to know, from UK start time to the fight card and how to watch the bout.
Aiming to win back the IBF world featherweight title, Warrington will take on Martinez in Leeds. Returning to his hometown for the fight, the English boxer hopes for a repeat result from their first meeting. After winning via a majority decision, Warrington will be confident of reclaiming the title.
Warrington vacated the world featherweight belt last year but has now returned to take it back. In his absence, Martinez won the title by seeing off Kid Galahad in Sheffield.
Although this fight takes place in a different Yorkshire city, the title is once again up for grabs. Two fighters who know how to put on a show, here’s everything you need to know about Warrington vs Martinez II.
What UK time is Martinez vs Warrington II?
The good news for UK boxing fans is this one probably won’t be past your bedtime. The undercard fights will begin at 7.00 pm GMT time, whereas a ‘Before the Bell’ preview show kicks off at 5.30 pm GMT.
For those looking to just watch the main event, 10.15 pm GMT is the scheduled time for the Martinez and Warrington ring walks. However, plans may change if the undercard fights take longer than expected.
Expect those inside the Leeds Sports Direct Arena to make some noise for home-boy Warrington.
How to watch and how much is Martinez vs Warrington?
Having impressed with their boxing coverage, DAZN have secured the rights for the Martinez vs Warrington rematch.
However, viewers will require a monthly membership to watch the featherweight title bout. Prices start from £7.99 per month, with more information available on the streaming service’s website.
Existing or new members will be able to watch the main coverage when it starts at 7.00 pm GMT.
Customers can stream the fight via the DAZN app or on their desktop. Furthermore, for those looking for a more intimate viewing experience, the fight can be streamed by most Smart TVs.
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Who is on the Martinez vs Warrington undercard?
Of course, it isn’t just Martinez vs Warrington fans can get excited about, with several bouts featuring on the undercard. Alongside the main clash, a further two world titles will be contested at the Sports Direct Arena.
Maxi Hughes and Ryan Walsh will fight it out for the IBO world lightweight title. Whereas earlier in the evening, Maria Cecilia Roman and Ebanie Bridges are both looking to take home the IBF women’s world bantamweight belt.
Here’s the full Martinez and Warrington fight card:
- Kiko Martinez vs. Josh Warrington; IBF world featherweight title
- Maxi Hughes vs. Ryan Walsh; IBO world lightweight title
- Maria Cecilia Roman vs. Ebanie Bridges; IBF women’s world bantamweight title
- Dalton Smith vs. Ray Moylette; Super lightweight
- Calum French vs. Angelo Turco; Super lightweight
- Mali Wright vs. Luis Palmer; Light heavyweight
- Cory O’Regan vs. Jakub Laskowski; Lightweight
- Skye Nicolson vs. TBC; Women’s featherweight
