At the Martyrs of Benina Stadium, Sofiane Oumiha and Francisco Fonseca meet in a 10-round battle for the WBA Gold Lightweight Title. The undercard bout features these lightweights competing in Benghazi, Libya.
Sofiane Oumiha, from Toulouse, France, aims to build on his record of 6 wins and 1 loss, having turned pro only recently compared to Fonseca. His career highlights include an undefeated amateur run until his first pro defeat. Opponent Francisco Fonseca boasts significant experience with 36 wins and is familiar with tough fights and ringcraft. Fonseca might challenge Oumiha's endurance in upcoming rounds.
What time is Sofiane Oumiha vs Francisco Fonseca fight
Live coverage for the Sofiane Oumiha vs Francisco Fonseca main card will start at 01:30 PM EST on DAZN. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Sofiane Oumiha vs Francisco Fonseca Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Friday, Aug. 8, 2025 | 01:30 PM | 02:30 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Friday, Aug. 8, 2025 | 10:30 AM | 11:30 AM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Friday, Aug. 8, 2025 | 05:30 PM | 06:30 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025 | 04:30 AM | 05:30 AM |
The boxing event takes place on August 08, 2025, at Martyrs of Benina Stadium in Benghazi, Libya. Sofiane Oumiha faces Francisco Fonseca in a 10-round bout for the WBA Gold Lightweight Title. The fight is part of the undercard, with the main event featuring Mirco Cuello against Sergio Rios.
The scheduled start time for the event is 02:30 PM EST. However, ring walk times can vary depending on how long earlier fights last. Fans should be prepared for changes.
To watch the fight live, check your local streaming services or sports channels that cover boxing events. Remember to adjust for your local time zone to ensure you don't miss any action.
How and where to watch the Sofiane Oumiha vs Francisco Fonseca Fight
You can watch Sofiane Oumiha vs Francisco Fonseca 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 |
Sofiane Oumiha vs Francisco Fonseca Betting Odds
- Favorite: Sofiane Oumiha : 1.2 (-500)
- Underdog: Francisco Fonesca : 5.0 (+400)
| Method of victory | Sofiane Oumiha | Francisco Fonesca |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 4.8 (+380) | 9.0 (+800) |
| By decision or technical decision | 1.6 (-160) | 11.0 (+1000) |
Sofiane Oumiha enters as a strong favorite with 1.2 (-500) odds. A $100 bet on him returns only $20 profit. Francisco Fonesca is the clear underdog with tempting 5.0 (+400) odds, offering a $400 profit on a $100 wager. Oumiha's victory by decision seems likelier, showcased by his 1.6 (-160) odds compared to Fonesca's distant 11.0 (+1000). Betting on a knockout surprises as well, with Oumiha at 4.8 (+380) and Fonesca more remote at 9.0 (+800). The figures suggest confident backing of Oumiha by analysts and bettors alike.
Fighters Details
Sofiane Oumiha
- Nationality: France
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 178 cm
- Reach: 178 cm
- Total Fights: 7
- Record: 6 / 1 / 0
Francisco Fonseca
- Nationality: Costa Rica
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 171 cm
- Reach: 171 cm
- Total Fights: 42
- Record: 36 / 4 / 2
Sofiane Oumiha vs Francisco Fonseca Fight Card
- Mirco Cuello vs Sergio Rios
- Albert Ramirez vs Jerome Pampellone
- Sofiane Oumiha vs Francisco Fonseca
- Josue Aguero vs Diego Aleman
- Mike Perez vs Christian Luis
