Artur Beterbiev's world light heavyweight title defence against Callum Smith has a new date.
The contest was originally set for August 19, but this was then postponed after Beterbiev had to undergo surgery on his jaw.
Now the two will meet early next year with Smith attempting to become a two-weight world champion against one of boxing's hardest hitters.
Here's everything you need to know ahead of Beterbiev vs. Smith.
Beterbiev vs. Smith fight date, start time
- Date: Saturday, January 13 2024
- Time: 10 p.m. ET / 3 a.m. UK
- Main event ringwalks (approx): TBA
The broadcast will begin at 10 p.m. ET / 3 a.m. UK. The main event ringwalk timings have not been confirmed at the time of writing.
What channel/stream is Beterbiev vs. Smith?
- U.S.: ESPN+
- UK: Sky Sports
The fight will be available to stream on ESPN+ in the U.S. (click here for more information), Sky Sports will broadcast the fight in the UK.
Where is the Beterbiev vs. Smith fight?
The fight will take place at the Videotron Centre in Quebec City, Canada.
Ticket information for Beterbiev vs. Smith
Tickets are currently on sale for this fight, find out more here.
Artur Beterbiev record and bio
- Nationality: Canadian
- Date of birth: January 21, 1985
- Height: 5' 11.5"
- Reach: 73"
- Total fights: 19
- Record: 19-0 (19 KOs)
Callum Smith record and bio
- Nationality: British
- Date of birth: April 23, 1990
- Height: 6' 3"
- Reach: 78"
- Total fights: 30
- Record: 29-1 (21 KOs)
Beterbiev vs. Smith fight card
- Artur Beterbiev vs. Callum Smith; For Beterbiev's IBF, WBC and WBO world light heavyweight titles