Next up for Ryan Rozicki (19-1, 18 Kos) is the WBC final eliminator fight on December 2nd, where he’ll clash with Nigeria’s own Olandewaju Durodola (43-9, 40 Kos), a force to reckon with at WBC No. 8. The fight, set to erupt at Emera Centre in North Sydney, Canada, is a battle for the mandatory challenger spot to face current champ Noel Gervor Mikaelian. Expect a gritty, hard-hitting contest, as both fighters are known for their knockout power.
Daniel Otter of Three Lions Promotions promises an electric card, with Rozicki geared up for a standout performance. It’s been a whirlwind the last two years for Rozicki, racking up wins and titles, including a daring showdown against Oscar Rivas for the WBC bridgerweight title, despite a weight class jump. His heart and skills earned him not just a title but respect.
Durodola’s year mirrors Rozicki’s intensity, marking his fifth fight in 12 months, all ending in knockouts. He’s no stranger to high-stakes fights, having challenged for the WBC Cruiserweight title against Ilunga Makabu. Expect nothing less than fireworks when these two collide.
Rozicki, the “Bruiser”, is the self proclaimed modern-day Dempsey, boasting a stellar record and multiple cruiserweight rankings, while Durodola, known as “God’s Power,” holds a formidable record, having previously clinched the WBC World Silver cruiserweight title.
Here’s a snapshot of what these fighters bring to the ring:
Ryan “Bruiser” Rozicki
Ranked No.1 WBC – at Cruiserweight
Record: 19-1, 18KOs
Stance: Orthodox, with a reach that commands respect
Olanrewaju “Gods Power” Durodola
WBC No.8 at Cruiserweight
Record: 43-9, 40Kos
Stance: Orthodox, a towering presence with a reach that’s hard to evade
The WBC cruiserweight division is getting very interesting with the announcements at the World Boxing Council’s 2023 Convention in Tashkent. Along with the ranking update and announcement of the Ryan Rozicki vs. Olanrewaju Durodola fight as the final eliminator for the first mandatory position, a tournament to determine the second mandatory challenger will be held which should bring some interesting bouts, keeping the cruiserweight division busy.
How to Watch
Start Time: 7:30pm AST PPV
Ringwalks: 10:30pm AST
TV Channel: Live on PPV www.threelionspromotions.com
Running Order
Main Event:
Ryan Rozicki V Olanrewaju Durodola
12×3 WBC cruiserweight final eliminator
Chief Support:
John Michael Bianco vs Bryam Galvez
8×3 super middleweight
Undercard:
Pedro Bernal V Mario Victorino Vera
8×3 junior lightweight
Brett Beaton V Kenny Chery
8×3 middleweight
Diana Tapia V Jennifer Williams
6×2 super welterweight
Reda Benbaziz V Ramiro Garcia Lopez
4×2 lightweight
WBC Top 10 World Cruiserweight Champions
Evander Holyfield (US)
Oleksandr Usyk (Ukraine)
Juan Carlos Gomez (Cuba-Germany)
David Haye (GB)
Tony Bellew (GB)
Mairis Briedis (Latvia)
Zsolt Erdei (Hungary)
Krzystof Wlodarczyk (Poland)
Jean-Marc Mormeck (France)
Anaclet Wamba (France)
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