The Co-op Live arena in Manchester will host an unforgettable night of boxing on Saturday, 24 August. Unbeaten lightweight world champion Rhiannon Dixon will be defending her WBO belt against Briton Terri Harper, who is also the WBA light-middleweight champion.
Dixon, from Warrington, has a perfect 10-0 record and will be making her first title defense after winning the belt in April. Harper, from Doncaster, is looking to become a three-weight champion by defeating Dixon and reclaiming her position at the top of the sport.
Harper expressed her respect for Dixon and mentioned that she admires her respectful demeanor without any egotistical behavior. This fight will mark a significant milestone in both fighters’ careers as they strive to achieve their goals.
Aside from the main event, fans can look forward to Chorley light-welterweight Jack Catterall’s match against American Regis Prograis. This event marks the first boxing event at Manchester’s newly built 23,500-capacity Co-op Live arena, making it a significant milestone in the sport’s history in the city. The night promises to be filled with exciting moments and some of the best fighters in the world competing for glory.
