World championships, returning contenders, and a nod to boxing history highlight an action-packed week for fight fans. From Quezon City to Montreal, Manchester to Orlando, boxing delivers a global showcase featuring Melvin Jerusalem, Mikaela Mayer, Joshua Buatsi, and Lenier Pero.
From Ali to Jerusalem: Thrilla in Manila 50
Fifty years after Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier’s legendary “Thrilla in Manila,” Manny Pacquiao Promotions will commemorate that unforgettable night with Thrilla in Manila 50 at the Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City.
In the main event, Melvin Jerusalem makes the third defense of his WBC strawweight title against unbeaten challenger Siyakholwa Kuse. The undercard features a host of Filipino talent, including former world super-bantamweight champion Marlon Tapales.
Adding an extra layer of nostalgia, Nico Ali Walsh—grandson of Muhammad Ali—will also appear on the card in his 14th professional fight.
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When: Wednesday, October 29
Where: Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City, Manila
Broadcaster: TBC
Undercard highlights: Eumir Marcial, Carl Martin, Vadim Tukov
Mayer’s Quest for a Fourth World Title
Having already captured world titles in two weight classes, Mikaela Mayer now looks to conquer a third division as she challenges Mary Spencer for the WBA super-welterweight title in Montreal.
Mayer enters the bout following a points victory over British rival Sandy Ryan, while Spencer—fighting on home soil—hopes to pull off the upset of her career.
When: Thursday, October 30
Where: Montreal Casino, Montreal
Broadcaster: Top Rank Classics
Undercard highlights: Arthur Biyarslanov, Wilkens Mathieu, Mehmet Unal
Buatsi’s Road to Redemption
Joshua Buatsi looks to bounce back from the first defeat of his professional career when he faces Zach Parker in a high-stakes all-British light-heavyweight showdown.
The fight headlines a Queensberry Promotions event and marks Buatsi’s debut under Frank Warren, having previously boxed for Matchroom and Boxxer. Parker, long awaiting a major opportunity, will aim to seize the spotlight and propel himself into title contention.
When: Saturday, November 1
Where: Co-op Live Arena, Manchester
Broadcaster: DAZN
Undercard highlights: Bradley Rea vs. Lyndon Arthur; Liam Cameron vs. Troy Jones
Pero Power in Orlando
In the United States, unbeaten Cuban heavyweight Lenier Pero headlines Matchroom USA’s Orlando card against former world title challenger Jordan Thompson.
Pero—widely seen as Cuba’s best heavyweight prospect since Luis Ortiz—enters as the favorite, while the 6’6” Thompson will look to shake off two years of inactivity and make a statement in his return.
When: Saturday, November 1
Where: Caribe Royale, Orlando
Broadcaster: DAZN
Undercard highlights: Omari Jones, Pat Brown, Nishant Dev
