Read about Benson Henderson’s return to combat sports in a thrilling event against Chris Avila. Get ready for a night of intense battles and exciting matchups at Misfits Boxing 18.
Benson Henderson, the former UFC lightweight champion, is set to make a comeback to combat sports by facing UFC veteran Chris Avila in the Stake Pro Tournament Card for Misfits Boxing. The event will feature four title fights, including three female title bouts and the debut of the Stake Pro Tournament with light heavyweights. Middleweight champion Elle Brooke and women’s cruiserweight champion Jully Pocca will also defend their titles in exciting matchups. Don’t miss the live broadcast of Misfits Boxing 18 on DAZN.
Benson Henderson’s Comeback in Combat Sports
Benson Henderson, the former UFC lightweight champion, known as a ‘competition addict,’ is making a comeback to combat sports after retiring from MMA earlier this year. The 40-year-old fighter will face off against UFC veteran Chris Avila in the Stake Pro Tournament Card for Misfits Boxing on Sept. 14 at Vertu Motors Arena in Newcastle. The winner of this bout will advance to challenge the victor of Idris Virgo vs. Fes Batista in the light heavyweight category.
A Night of Intense Battles
The Stake Pro Tournament Card promises an electrifying night with four title fights lined up. Promoter Mams Taylor expressed, ‘Fans will witness not just one or two but three female title fights along with the inaugural Stake Pro Tournament, where four light heavyweights will compete to be crowned the first pro champion in Misfits Boxing .’
Exciting Matchups
In the main event of Misfits Boxing 18, middleweight champion Elle Brooke will go head-to-head against Jenny Savage. Additionally, women’s cruiserweight champion Jully Pocca will defend her title against former bareknuckle bruiser Crystal Pittman.
Co-president Kalle Sauerland highlighted the significance of the event, stating, ‘Elle Brooke’s fearlessness will be on full display in the main event against Jenny Savage, leading an undercard filled with thrilling matchups. The night will also feature two more female title showdowns and the debut of the Stake Pro Tournament, showcasing four formidable light heavyweights.’
Live Broadcast
Misfits Boxing 18 will be broadcast live on DAZN, ensuring fans don’t miss a moment of the action.
