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Callum Smith (31-2, 22 KOs) and Joshua Buatsi (19-1, 13 KOs) battled for 12 whole rounds, but in the end it was the Liverpudlian who had his hand raised.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / February 21

Joshua Buatsi prayed for opponent he knocked out – “Please just get up”

South London’s Joshua Buatsi will defend his WBO interim light-heavyweight title against Liverpool’s Callum Smith this Saturday. Joshua Buatsi defends his WBO interim title on Saturday on what may prove to be a grueling night’s work against skilled operator – Callum Smith.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / February 21

Joshua Buatsi vs. Callum Smith: Who Wins?

This Saturday, an appetizing all-British light heavyweight bout goes slightly under the radar on another extravagant card produced by Turki Alalshikh’s Riyadh Season.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / February 20

Joshua Buatsi reveals everyone has been saying his name wrong for years

Despite being an interim world champion, people have been pronouncing Joshua Buatsi’s name wrong for a long time. The fighter from London is set to take on Callum Smith in an all-English affair on February 22nd, as the pair meet in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 17

Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol 2 Odds and Best Prop Bets

Artur Beterbiev (21-0, 20 KOs) and Dmitry Bivol (23-1, 12 KOs) will meet again at the Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, on February 22 as the main event on a loaded card for Riyadh Season.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 17

Joshua Buatsi vs Callum Smith: Full Breakdown and Fight Details

On February 22, at the Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, an intriguing all-British light heavyweight clash will take place with Joshua Buatsi (19-0, 13 KOs) facing Callum Smith (30-2, 22 KOs).

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / February 14

Who is Joshua Buatsi? The South London light-heavyweight set to take on Liverpool’s Callum Smith

Set to take on the toughest test of his career to date, Joshua Buatsi is one to watch as he inches closer to the light-heavyweight title. February 22nd will see Joshua Buatsi lock horns with Liverpool’s Callum ‘Mundo’ Smith.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 14

Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2: Tony Bellew Predicts Outcome and Teases Massive Fight

Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2 will headline the loaded February 22 card in Riyadh. The first undisputed fight was fascinating, with plenty of intrigue throughout the contest, with Beterbiev prevailing by majority decision, with one judge scoring it 114-114, while the other two scored it 116-112 and 115-113 for Beterbiev.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 20

Anthony Yarde Targets Joshua Buatsi Bout After Disappointing Return To The Ring

Anthony Yarde has revived his interest in fighting British rival Joshua Buatsi after making his return to the ring with an underwhelming points victory over Ralfs Vilcans on Saturday.

Boxing News / Total Apex Sports / October 14

Joshua Buatsi Determined to Avoid Joe Joyce’s Career Setbacks

The current WBO interim light-heavyweight title holder, Joshua Buatsi, wants to emulate and avoid the pitfalls of Joe Joyce. Joyce, who had once held the WBO interim heavyweight title after a sensational victory over Joseph Parker in 2022, was subjected to back-to-back defeats against Zhilei Zhang and Derek Chisora, respectively.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / September 23

Joshua Buatsi Happy His Willy Hutchinson Risk Paid Off To Set Up World Title Shot

Joshua Buatsi says his decision to take a risky fight against Willy Hutchinson paid off as he set himself up for his long-awaited shot at a light-heavyweight world title.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / September 21

Joshua Buatsi Defeats Willy Hutchinson Despite Bizarre Scorecard

Joshua Buatsi (19-0, 13 KOs) fought a determined Willy Hutchinson (18-2, 13 KOs) and was able to get the win despite a bizarre scorecard from one of the judges.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / September 19

Joshua Buatsi Takes On Willy Hutchinson Risk As Patient Wait For Title Shot Goes On

There isn’t much more Joshua Buatsi can do to put himself in prime position for a shot at a light-heavyweight world title. Buatsi (18-0-0 13 KO) already won a WBA title eliminator against fellow Londoner and close friend Dan Azeez in February to be the next in line to challenge for that particular belt, currently held by Dimitrii Bivol.

Boxing News / ESPN / September 17

Buatsi eyes Bivol, Beterbiev after Hutchinson bout

Joshua Buatsi hopes victory over Willy Hutchinson on Saturday sets up the biggest fight of his career: either against the winner of the undisputed title clash between Dmitry Bivol and Artur Beterbiev, or long-time English rival Anthony Yarde.

Boxing News / Total Apex Sports / August 30

Joshua Buatsi’s Tough Test: Willy Hutchinson Fight Looms Ahead

Joshua Buatsi is already eyeing another fight against Dimitry Bivol or Artur Beterbiev. This fight, billed as a light-heavyweight unification fight, will be in Saudi Arabia in October.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / August 15

Joshua Buatsi Refusing To Play Willy Hutchinson’s Mind Games Ahead Of September Fight

Joshua Buatsi insists he’s focused only on business and will not let Willy Hutchinson’s antics affect him ahead of their light-heavyweight bout on September 21.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 28

Willy Hutchinson ‘Very Confident’ Of Beating Joshua Buatsi In Interim Title Bout

Willy Hutchinson said he’s “very confident” of beating Joshua Buatsi in their WBO interim light-heavyweight title bout in September. Buatsi (18-0-0 13 KO) puts his belt on the line against Hutchinson (18-1-0 13 KO) on the undercard of Anthony Joshua’s IBF heavyweight world title fight with Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium, London on September 21.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 17

Joshua Buatsi Open To Willy Hutchinson Fight But Priority Remains Anthony Yarde

Joshua Buatsi has revealed that he is still hoping and trying to finalize a deal that will see him fight British rival Anthony Yarde but said he would be open to a bout with Willy Hutchinson should it fail to materialize.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / June 13

Shelly Finkel and Ben Shalom Hint at Willy Hutchinson vs. Joshua Buatsi Showdown

Willy Hutchinson and Joshua Butasi both won their last fights in impressive style against Craig Richards and Dan Azeez respectively. Their managers Shelly Finkel (Hutchinson) and Ben Shalom (Buatsi) have now revealed what could be next for their fighter and spoken about a potential Hutchinson-Buatsi clash.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / May 3

Shalom Reveals Buatsi ‘Looking At Other Opportunities’ As Talks With Yarde Stall

Promoter Ben Shalom has revealed Joshua Buatsi is “looking at other opportunities” after admitting talks with British rival Anthony Yarde have stalled.