Queensberry & DAZN will try to kickstart a new golden era of boxing in Germany as Agit Kabayel defends his WBC interim heavyweight title on January 10th. No opponent hasbeen named. It’s the news boxing fans in Germany have been waiting for: Queensberry together with DAZN are bringing big fight nights back! The German Kabayel returns home to the Rudolf-Weber-Arena in Oberhausen. “I would like to thank DAZN for their trust and I can hardly wait to finally fight in front of my fans in Germany again. My goal is clear: to bring the world championship belt back to Germany,” said Kabayel.
Alice Mascia, CEO DACH & Belgium at DAZN, says: “This fight is more than a sporting event – it’s a statement. DAZN is bringing the golden era of boxing back to Germany. With Agit Kabayel’s homecoming, we’re reviving the magic of big fight nights and the excitement of an entire sport – right where it belongs. And by doing so, we’re uniting long-time boxing fans with a new generation discovering the thrill of the sport.”
Frank Warren, Chairman & Founder of Queensberry, says: “This is a huge moment for Queensberry, DAZN and most importantly German boxing fans. Boxing has a fantastic history in Germany and the country has produced some unbelievable champions throughout the years. Our aim at Queensberry is now to bring the biggest nights in boxing back to Germany, and what better way to start things off with one of the best heavyweights on the planet, Agit Kabayel headlining. The card is going to be full of German talent, and on the 10th January Oberhausen is going to see something really special.”