In a huge announcement, H.E. Advisor Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), revealed an unprecedented collaboration between renowned boxing promoters Frank Warren of Queensberry Promotions and Eddie Hearn of Matchroom Boxing. The agreement sets the stage for a historic five-versus-five fight night, pitting the promotional powerhouses against each other.
H.E. Turki Alalshikh expressed the excitement surrounding this unique agreement, stating, “This type of agreement is what boxing fans have been waiting for, as the best champions worldwide are going to be a part of the five-versus fight night. Riyadh Calendar is looking forward to hosting more exciting events.” He added, “These unique partnerships promise boxing fans from around the globe more unforgettable sports events.”
This extraordinary collaboration is set to unfold during Riyadh Calendar, promising a thrilling experience for boxing fans on a global scale. The date and fight card for this epic showdown will be officially announced at a press conference during the Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou fight week in March.
Frank Warren, the hall of fame promoter behind Queensberry Promotions, expressed enthusiasm for the challenge, stating, “We’ve always liked a challenge, and this is a mouth-watering one. I honestly think this is one of the most intriguing events you could think of in boxing. A proper event to find out whose stable is stronger. It’s time to settle the score, who’s getting the bragging rights?”
Eddie Hearn, representing Matchroom Boxing, echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the historic rivalry between the Hearns and the Warrens. He remarked, “Now, thanks to the unrivaled vision of His Excellency, Turki Alalshikh, fight fans witnessed a handshake that broke the internet – and now they will see the world’s leading promoters going hammer and tong to settle a score for the ages. It’s the best against the best, and this unprecedented night of boxing in Riyadh will live long in the memory.”
Get ready to witness this historic clash of boxing titans as Warren and Hearn’s stables collide in Riyadh, promising an evening of rivalry, characters, history, and fierce competition.
