Unbeaten lightweight boxer James McGivern steps into the ring against Rashid Omar at The SSE Arena in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The bout will serve as an undercard for the Pierce O'Leary vs Darragh Foley fight.
James McGivern, known as "The Natural" from Ireland, turned pro in 2020 and has since won all eight of his fights, two by knockout. His last victory came against Josh Sandford via unanimous decision in November 2023. His opponent, Rashid Omar or "Brickfists" from the UK, also boasts an undefeated record with six wins, one through knockout. Omar's professional career began later than McGivern's, in 2022, and he knocked out his recent opponent Miguel Zamora in April 2024.
How to watch James McGivern vs Rashid Omar in UK?
The James McGivern vs Rashid Omar card will be broadcast live on Friday, June 28 at 07:00 PM. Viewers from UK can watch all the fights on TNT Sports Box Office.
How to watch James McGivern vs Rashid Omar in USA, Australia, Canada?
Unfortunately, there is no broadcaster for the James McGivern vs Rashid Omar live stream in USA, Australia, Canada. However, you can use a VPN to bypass geo-restrictions and watch the fight on your preferred streaming service as if you’re watching from the countries where the show is available.
Fighters Details
James McGivern faces Rashid Omar in an 8-round bout for the Boxing Union of Ireland Celtic Light title.
James McGivern
- Nationality: Ireland
- Stance: Southpaw
- Height: 175cm
- Total Fights: 8
- Record: 8 / 0 / 0
James McGivern started his professional boxing career in 2020 and has managed to build a flawless record of 8 wins, with 2 by knockout. His recent win against Josh Sandford, who had a similarly promising record, suggests that McGivern's refined southpaw stance and experience could leverage well against Omar's lesser ring time.
Rashid Omar
- Nationality: United Kingdom
- Total Fights: 6
- Record: 6 / 0 / 0
Rashid Omar turned professional in 2022 and has also remained unbeaten across 6 fights, with one win coming by knockout. His latest victory over Miguel Zamora indicates his capability but facing McGivern presents a significant step up given McGivern's more extensive fight history and higher level of past opposition.
What time is James McGivern vs Rashid Omar fight
Live coverage for the James McGivern vs Rashid Omar main card will start at 07:00 PM UK time on TNT Sports Box Office. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | James McGivern vs Rashid Omar Ring Walks (approx.) |
USA and Canada (EST) | Friday, June 28, 2024 | 02:00 PM | 04:50 PM |
USA and Canada (PT) | Friday, June 28, 2024 | 11:00 AM | 01:50 PM |
UK and Ireland (GMT) | Friday, June 28, 2024 | 06:00 PM | 08:50 PM |
Australia (AEDT) | Saturday, June 29, 2024 | 05:00 AM | 07:50 AM |