Featherweight fighters Nick Ball and Ronny Rios will battle for the WBA World Featherweight Title at M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool, Merseyside. The title match pits Ball, an undefeated local favorite, against the seasoned Rios from the USA.
Nick Ball turned professional in 2017 and has maintained an unbeaten record over seven years, reflected by recent victories like his split decision win against Raymond Ford in June 2024. Ronny Rios, who started his career in 2008, boasts a mix of knockouts and decisions, including a recent knockout victory over Nicolas Polanco in April 2024. Ball's consistency in the ring suggests a challenge for Rios, who has faced varied results against top-tier opponents.
| Method of victory | Nick Ball | Ronny Rios |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 1.4 (-280) | 17.0 (+1600) |
| By decision or technical decision | 4.6 (+360) | 21.0 (+2000) |
Nick Ball enters as the heavy favorite with odds at 1.1 (-1100), suggesting a strong likelihood of victory. For Ronny Rios, the underdog, the odds stand at 8.7 (+770), indicating a significantly lower chance of winning. The likelihood of Nick Ball winning by KO/TKO/DQ is highly anticipated at 1.4 (-280). A knockout by Ronny Rios appears less probable, reflected in the long odds of 17.0 (+1600). If the fight goes to a decision, Ball's chances dim slightly at 4.6 (+360), while Rios’s slim hopes continue at 21.0 (+2000). Bettors eyeing bigger returns might lean towards these riskier outcomes for Rios.
Live coverage for the Nick Ball vs Ronny Rios main card will start at 02:00 PM EST on ESPN+. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Nick Ball vs Ronny Rios |
| USA and Canada (EST) | 2024-10-05 | 14:00 | 18:30 |
| USA and Canada (PT) | 2024-10-05 | 11:00 | 15:30 |
| UK and Ireland | 2024-10-05 | 19:00 | 23:30 |
| Australia | 2024-10-06 | 06:00 | 10:30 |
You can watch Nick Ball vs Ronny Rios via ESPN+.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN |
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