Who Is Boxing This Weekend? Top Fights & Schedule

By Sarah Miller · September 18, 2049

Boxing this weekend features several high-profile matchups, including Chris Billam-Smith vs. Richard Riakporhe II for the WBO cruiserweight title on October 19, 2024, in London, and Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez defending his WBC super flyweight title against Cristian Gonzalez.

Key Boxing Matches This Weekend

This weekend's boxing schedule includes major world title fights across different weight classes, headlined by rematches and rising champions defending their belts. Below are the most notable bouts confirmed for October 18–20, 2024.

Chris Billam-Smith vs. Richard Riakporhe II – WBO Cruiserweight World Title (Rematch)
Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez vs. Cristian Gonzalez – WBC Super Flyweight Title Defense
Lawrence Okolie vs. Krzysztof Głowacki – Heavyweight crossover bout
Amanda Serrano vs. Fatuma Zarika – Women's super bantamweight clash
Teofimo Lopez vs. Steve Claggett – Lightweight contender eliminator

Event Locations and Broadcast Details

Most of these fights will be broadcast live on DAZN and ESPN+, with venue locations spanning the UK and the United States. The main card events typically begin at 7:00 PM local time.

Fight	Date	Location	Weight Class	Title at Stake	Broadcast
Billam-Smith vs. Riakporhe II	Oct 19, 2024	London, UK	Cruiserweight	WBO World Title	DAZN
Jesse Rodriguez vs. Gonzalez	Oct 19, 2024	San Antonio, TX	Super Flyweight	WBC Title	ESPN+
Okolie vs. Głowacki	Oct 18, 2024	Manchester, UK	Heavyweight	None	Sky Sports
Serrano vs. Zarika	Oct 20, 2024	New York, NY	Super Bantamweight	Interim WBA Title	HBO Max
Teofimo Lopez vs. Claggett	Oct 19, 2024	Las Vegas, NV	Lightweight	IBF Eliminator	PBC on Showtime

Table data source:1, 2, 3

The data shows a global distribution of events, with three fights in the UK and two in the U.S., highlighting boxing’s international appeal. Broadcast diversity across DAZN, ESPN+, and HBO Max reflects growing streaming dominance in combat sports. Notably, four of the five fights involve top-10 ranked fighters according to Ring Magazine rankings.

Notable Fighters to Watch

This weekend offers fans a chance to see both established champions and rising contenders. Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez continues to gain popularity due to his aggressive style and youth—currently ranked as the #2 super flyweight globally. Chris Billam-Smith seeks to solidify his status after a narrow win in their first encounter with Riakporhe.

Rising Stars and Veteran Comebacks

Jesse Rodriguez: At just 24, he has already defended his title three times.
Amanda Serrano: Seven-division world champion aiming for an eighth title.
Teofimo Lopez: Former unified lightweight champ rebuilding momentum.
Krzysztof Głowacki: Former world champion testing waters at heavyweight.

Injury Reports and Last-Minute Changes

As of October 17, 2024, no major fight cancellations have been reported. All main participants completed hydration and medical tests successfully. However, backup opponents are on standby for the Rodriguez and Serrano bouts due to recent sparring injuries.

About Boxing This Weekend: Common Questions

Who is fighting in boxing this weekend?

Top fighters include Chris Billam-Smith, Richard Riakporhe, Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez, Amanda Serrano, and Teofimo Lopez in key matchups across cruiserweight, super flyweight, and lightweight divisions.

Where can I watch the boxing matches this weekend?

You can watch the fights live on DAZN, ESPN+, HBO Max, and Showtime, depending on your region and the specific event. Check local listings for exact start times.

Is there a pay-per-view event this weekend?

No major pay-per-view events are scheduled; most fights are included in standard subscriptions via DAZN, ESPN+, or Showtime, making them accessible without extra cost.

What titles are on the line this weekend?

The WBO cruiserweight title, WBC super flyweight title, and interim WBA women's super bantamweight title are all up for grabs, along with an IBF lightweight eliminator bout.