What does the launch of Most Valuable Promotions’ women’s boxing platform mean for the future of the sport? It signifies a crucial step towards greater visibility and recognition for female boxers, as Sky Sports prepares to broadcast two all-female UK fight nights each year, starting with a landmark event on April 5, 2026, at London’s Olympia.
The main event will showcase a highly anticipated lightweight world title unification fight between Caroline Dubois and Terri Harper, both of whom have made significant strides in their careers. This matchup not only highlights their individual talents but also the growing prominence of women’s boxing on a global scale.
In addition to the main event, Ellie Scotney will face Mayelli Flores in a bout that could see Scotney become the UK’s youngest undisputed champion, further emphasizing the potential for young talent to emerge in this evolving landscape.
Sky Sports’ Jonathan Licht stated, “This agreement with MVP underlines Sky Sports’ ambition to showcase the very best in women’s boxing to sports fans and new audiences.” This partnership is seen as a major milestone for MVPW and women’s boxing globally, according to Nakisa Bidarian, co-founder of Most Valuable Promotions.
On the same day, heavyweight boxing will also be in the spotlight as Deontay Wilder defeated Derek Chisora in a closely contested fight, with scores of 115-111, 115-113, and 115-112. Wilder’s victory improved his record to 45-4-1, while Chisora’s fell to 36-14.
As the boxing world gears up for these events, Hamzah Sheeraz is set to fight Alem Begic for the WBO super-middleweight title on May 23, 2026, in Egypt, alongside Mizuki Hiruta defending her WBO super-flyweight belt against Mai Soliman.
With the landscape of boxing shifting, particularly in the women’s division, the upcoming events are poised to attract significant attention and may redefine the sport’s future.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the full lineup for the April 5 event, but the anticipation is already building among fans and analysts alike.