Tony Bellew is fully aware of what it takes to headline at Liverpool’s famous waterfront arena, and he is confident Nick Ball can deliver there this weekend.
Live on DAZN in multiple regions, Ball will be looking to make another successful defence of his world featherweight title against TJ Doheny .
In the last year, Ball has quickly become one of boxing’s most exciting fighters and he has constantly delivered on the big stage in huge fights against the likes of Rey Vargas and Ray Ford.
If successful agaianst Doheny, the focus will immediately turn to what is next for Ball and that could mean a lucrative showdown with Naoya Inoue.
The Japanese star is back in action on May 4 and there is speculation within the sport that move up in weight could be fast approaching for Inoue.
If that leap materialises then a blockbuster clash between Ball and Inoue could deliver one of the most brutal fights of 2025.
Bellew, a big fan of Ball, is impressed with what he has seen so far from his fellow Scouser and is interested to see how he a fight between the pair would play out.
“Nick Ball, for me, is Britain’s most exciting fighter by quite a distance,” said Bellew when speaking exclusively to DAZN News .
“Every single time he steps into the ring you know it is going to be dramatic, and he has me on the edge of the seat every time I watch him.
“I see all the talk about him against Inoue and I tell him good luck. Go for it and see how good you can be by testing yourself against one of the best fighters in the sport.
“Inoue would be coming to featherweight and that would give Ball some advantages. Could he push Inoue back and how would Inoue react to that? It’s a great fight and I’d love to see it.”
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