Badou Jack and Noel Mikaelyan will face off for the WBC World Cruiserweight title at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Both fighters aim to make their mark on the undercard of Canelo Álvarez vs William Scull.
Badou Jack, known as "The Ripper," began his professional career with over two decades of experience and holds a record of 28 wins, 3 losses, and 3 draws. He has competed against top contenders across divisions but recently moved up to cruiserweight without securing significant victories in this weight class. Noel Mikaelyan, alias "The Dark Horse," boasts 27 wins against only 2 defeats.
What time is Badou Jack vs Noel Mikaelyan fight
Live coverage for the Badou Jack vs Noel Mikaelyan main card will start at 12:00 PM EST on DAZN PPV. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Badou Jack vs Noel Mikaelyan Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, May 3, 2025 | 12:00 PM | 12:00 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, May 3, 2025 | 09:00 AM | 09:00 AM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, May 3, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 04:00 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, May 4, 2025 | 03:00 AM | 03:00 AM |
The event takes place on May 3, 2025, at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Badou Jack will face Noel Mikaelyan in a 10-round cruiserweight fight. The WBC World Cruiserweight Title is on the line. This match is part of the undercard for the main event featuring Canelo Álvarez vs William Scull.
The fight starts at 12:00 PM EST. Please note that this time may change depending on how long earlier fights last. Fans should check local listings for exact start times in their countries.
This event promises an exciting day of boxing with several matches lined up before the main event. Be sure to tune in early to catch all the action leading up to the featured bouts.
Fighters Details
Badou Jack faces Noel Mikaelyan with the WBC World Cruiserweight Title on the line.
Badou Jack
- Nationality: Sweden
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 185 cm
- Reach: 185 cm
- Total Fights: 34
- Record: 28 / 3 / 3
Badou Jack, known as "The Ripper," holds a professional record of 28 wins, 3 losses, and 3 draws. He stands at 185 cm tall with an equal reach and fights in the cruiserweight division. His last match showcased his skill against a compatible opponent. His experience could translate to effective performance against Mikaelyan.
Noel Mikaelyan
- Nationality: Armenia
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 189 cm
- Reach: 189 cm
- Total Fights: 29
- Record: 27 / 2 / 0
Noel Mikaelyan, called "The Dark Horse," boasts 27 wins and 2 losses. At 189 cm tall, he has a longer reach than Jack. Despite fewer losses, his fights show less high-level opposition than Jack's. His height advantage may aid his performance in this matchup.
Badou Jack vs Noel Mikaelyan Betting Odds
- Underdog: Badou Jack : 2.3 (+130)
- Favorite: Norair Mikaeljan : 1.7 (-145)
| Method of victory | Badou Jack | Norair Mikaeljan |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 5.7 (+470) | 3.3 (+230) |
| By decision or technical decision | 3.3 (+230) | 3.0 (+200) |
How and where to watch the Badou Jack vs Noel Mikaelyan Fight
You can watch Badou Jack vs Noel Mikaelyan via DAZN.
| Country | Price per month | Price per year | PPV Price |
| 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 | - |
Badou Jack vs Noel Mikaelyan Fight Card
- Canelo Álvarez vs William Scull
- Bruno Surace vs Jaime Munguia
- Martin Bakole vs Efe Ajagba
- Marco Verde vs Michel Polina
- Brayan Leon vs Aaron Guerrero
- Badou Jack vs Noel Mikaelyan
