Nick 'Wrecking Ball' Ball gets ready to defend his WBC featherweight world title against Sam 'The Ghost' Goodman. The unbeaten Australian challenger will try to take the belt from Ball on Saturday, August 16, at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The championship bout is part of the Esports World Cup Fight Week. Fans in the United States can watch the action on DAZN. The pay-per-view will cost $49.99, with a 20% discount for annual plan subscribers. Viewers can tune in on smart TVs, web browsers, consoles, and mobile devices.
Ball arrived in Riyadh on Tuesday for the grand arrival event. The British champion will make his third title defense. He's beaten Raymond Ford, Ronny Rios, and TJ Doheny since winning the belt. His record stands at 22 wins, no losses, and one draw, with 13 knockouts.
The champion doesn't worry about studying his opponents. Ball said, "I don't know much about him. I don't usually study my opponents." He added, "Whatever the plan is, I'm going to impose it."
Goodman comes into the fight with a perfect 20-0 record, including 8 knockouts. The former super bantamweight contender will try to upset the champion in his first world title shot.
The challenger expressed his determination: "I'm going to go through with it. This is my dream and I'm going to fulfill it."
Both fighters seem confident as they prepare for their showdown in Saudi Arabia. The clash between the 'Wrecking Ball' and 'The Ghost' promises to deliver an action-packed night for boxing fans around the world.
