Ilunga Makabu will face Badou Jack for the WBC cruiserweight title on the undercard to Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury in Saudi Arabia this weekend.
Paul and Fury have had a long-term rivalry and will now settle their differences as they head up what should be an enthralling night of boxing.
But before the main event, there are some brilliant fights to get viewers in the mood including a bout for the WBC cruiserweight title.
Champion Makabu faces a challenge from Jack as he looks to defend his title for the third time.
Makabu has held the belt for three years after defeating Michael Cieslak and last time out, he beat Tabiso Mchunu by split decision, continuing his unbeaten streak since losing to Tony Bellew in 2016.
Jack has taken on the challenge of bringing an end to his opponent’s reign as cruiserweight champion and his power may give him the edge.
The 39-year-old is also on a good streak of wins, however, his ability has been doubted despite beating Richard Rivera by split decision last year.
This clash will be preceded by the unbeaten Bader Samreen taking on Viorel Simion as well as undefeated American Muhsin Cason putting his record on the line against Taryel Jafarov.
While the inexperienced pair of Ziyad Almaayouf and Janos Penzes get a taste of the big occasion after YouTuber-turned-boxer Adam Saleh also fights on the card.
Paul vs Fury: Undercard
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- MAIN EVENT: Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury
- Ilunga Makabu vs Badou Jack – for WBC cruiserweight title
- Bader Samreen vs Viorel Simion
- Muhsin Cason vs Taryel Jafarov
- Ziyad Almaayouf vs Janos Penzes
- Adam Saleh vs Stuart Kellogg
Paul vs Fury: talkSPORT coverage
The fight is set for Sunday, February 26 and it will be held at the Diriyah Arena in Saudi Arabia.
The undercard is set to start at 5pm UK time on the night with the Paul vs Fury main event ring walk scheduled in for 9:30pm.
talkSPORT will have EXCLUSIVE commentary of the action.
Our Fight Night coverage will start from 7pm on talkSPORT 2, with the main event on talkSPORT from 9pm.
The commentary team includes former boxer Spencer Oliver, Adam Catterall, Dom McGuinness and Gareth A Davies.
talkSPORT.com will also be running a live blog to take you through every punch in Saudi Arabia.
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You can also listen via the talkSPORT app, on DAB digital radio, through your smart speaker and on 1089 or 1053 AM.
Paul vs Fury: What has been said?
Badou Jack: “Time to make history and become world champion in three weight classes, inshallah (God willing).
“I was so surprised to see how many fans and supporters came to the airport to welcome me.
“I feel right at home here in Saudi Arabia and appreciate all of the love from everyone.
“I’m going to put on a great performance for my fans here.”
