Cherneka Johnson is set to face Nina Hughes at the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney for the WBA World Female Bantamweight Title. Both athletes have a lot to prove, with this fight being part of a significant undercard leading up to the George Kambosos Jr. vs Jake Wyllie main event.
Cherneka Johnson has been fighting professionally since an early age, amassing a record of 16 wins with only 2 losses. Her experience and steady track record make her a formidable opponent. Nina Hughes turned pro later in her life but has quickly racked up 6 wins against opponents despite facing one loss.
What time is Cherneka Johnson vs Nina Hughes fight
Live coverage for the Cherneka Johnson vs Nina Hughes main card will start at 04:00 AM EST on DAZN. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Cherneka Johnson vs Nina Hughes Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, March 22, 2025 | 04:00 AM | 05:40 AM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, March 22, 2025 | 01:00 AM | 02:40 AM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, March 22, 2025 | 08:00 AM | 09:40 AM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Saturday, March 22, 2025 | 07:00 PM | 08:40 PM |
The boxing event will take place on March 22, 2025, at the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. The fight between Cherneka Johnson and Nina Hughes is scheduled for 05:40 AM EST. They will compete for the WBA World Female Bantamweight Title over 10 rounds.
This match is part of the undercard leading up to the main event featuring George Kambosos Jr. against Jake Wyllie. The start time may vary depending on how long the earlier fights last.
Fans should check local listings for start times in their area due to different time zones.
Fighters Details
Cherneka Johnson and Nina Hughes face off for the WBA World Female Bantamweight Title in a ten-round bout.
Cherneka Johnson
- Nationality: New Zealand
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 165 cm
- Reach: 165 cm
- Total Fights: 18
- Record: 16 / 2 / 0
Cherneka Johnson has a professional record of 16 wins and 2 losses with no knockouts. Her last match indicated steady form, competing vigorously but narrowly losing. Cherneka exhibits resilience and skill in the bantamweight class, benefiting from her reach and height advantage against Hughes.
Nina Hughes
- Nationality: United Kingdom
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 160 cm
- Reach: 160 cm
- Total Fights: 7
- Record: 6 / 1 / 0
Nina Hughes holds a 6-1 record. She shows determination despite fewer fights on her record. In her last notable performance, Hughes demonstrated effective strategies against lightly matched opponents, suggesting a tough challenge for Cherneka due to her agility and technique.
Cherneka Johnson vs Nina Hughes Betting Odds
- Favorite: Cherneka Johnson : 1.6 (-163)
- Underdog: Nina Hughes : 2.6 (+164)
| Method of victory | Cherneka Johnson | Nina Hughes |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 9.5 (+850) | 14.0 (+1300) |
| By decision or technical decision | 1.8 (-125) | 3.1 (+210) |
How and where to watch the Cherneka Johnson vs Nina Hughes Fight
You can watch Cherneka Johnson vs Nina Hughes via DAZN.
| Country | Price per month | Price per year |
| Canada | First month free, then $29.99/mo or $19.99/mo with annual subscription. | $239.88 |
| UK and Ireland | First month free, then £24.99/mo or £14.99/mo with annual subscription. | £179.88 |
| Australia | $13.99 per month | - |
| USA | First month free, then $29.99/mo or $19.99/mo with annual subscription. | $239.88 |
Cherneka Johnson vs Nina Hughes Fight Card
- George Kambosos Jr. vs Jake Wyllie
- Skye Nicolson vs Tiara Brown
- Cherneka Johnson vs Nina Hughes
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- Jayden Buan vs Jordan Kasilieris
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