Boxing Schedule This Weekend: Whittaker vs Wallace, Omari Jones and More
Boxing fans have several events to watch this weekend, with fights taking place in the United States, England, New Zealand and Poland. The biggest matchup features undefeated British light heavyweight Ben Whittaker facing Australian contender Conor Wallace in an IBF world-title eliminator.
The boxing schedule for Friday, October 2, and Saturday, October 3, 2026, also includes Olympic medalist Omari Jones, unbeaten super featherweight Deonte Brown, former world champion Victor Emilio Ramirez and New Zealand featherweight Mea Motu.
Friday, October 2: Omari Jones vs Alan Sanchez
Time: 8 p.m. ET
Location: Orlando, Florida
How to watch: DAZN
American Olympic bronze medalist Omari Jones continues his professional development when he faces experienced veteran Alan Sanchez in an eight-round junior middleweight bout.
Jones has quickly emerged as one of the most promising young fighters in American boxing. Sanchez represents another step forward, bringing considerably more professional experience and the ability to test developing contenders.
Undefeated bantamweight knockout artist Jordan Orozco Hernandez is also scheduled to compete on the Matchroom Boxing Rising Stars card. Orozco has stopped every opponent he has faced as a professional, making him another fighter to watch Friday night.
Friday, October 2: Deonte Brown vs Leonardo Padilla
Event: BOXFEST XXI
Time: 10 p.m. ET
Location: El Paso County Coliseum, El Paso, Texas
How to watch: DAZN
Unbeaten super featherweight Deonte “Lay ’Em Down” Brown faces dangerous Venezuelan veteran Leonardo Padilla in a scheduled 10-round contest at BOXFEST XXI.
Brown enters the fight with an 18-0 record and 11 knockouts. He will be attempting to preserve his undefeated record against Padilla, who brings a record of 25-7-1 with 17 knockout victories. Padilla’s power and experience make this a legitimate test for the rising American contender.
The El Paso event will also feature a women’s championship bout, giving BOXFEST XXI one of the more varied lineups on this weekend’s boxing schedule.
Saturday, October 3: Ben Whittaker vs Conor Wallace
Event start: Prelims at 12 p.m. ET; main broadcast at 2 p.m. ET
Location: Utilita Arena, Birmingham, England
How to watch: DAZN
Ben Whittaker returns home to Birmingham for the most important fight of his professional career when he meets Conor Wallace in an IBF light heavyweight final eliminator.
The winner will move into position to become the mandatory challenger for the IBF light heavyweight championship currently held by unified champion Dmitry Bivol.
Whittaker, an Olympic silver medalist, enters the contest with an undefeated 12-0-1 record. Known for his speed, athleticism and showmanship, the British contender now faces an opponent capable of forcing him into a demanding fight.
Wallace enters with a 17-1 record and has established himself as a serious light heavyweight contender. The Australian southpaw possesses the size, strength and experience to present Whittaker with problems that many of his previous opponents could not.
The undercard includes several British championship contests, along with the professional debut of highly regarded Liverpool super welterweight Odel Kamara.
Saturday, October 3: Mea Motu vs Mariah Turner
Title: IBF Inter-Continental featherweight title
Location: Eventfinda Stadium, Auckland, New Zealand
Broadcast: ESPN platforms in selected markets; check local listings
New Zealand standout Mea Motu meets American opponent Mariah Turner in an important featherweight contest at Eventfinda Stadium in Auckland.
The IBF Inter-Continental featherweight title will be at stake as both fighters attempt to improve their positions in the world rankings. Motu will have the advantage of fighting in front of her home crowd, while Turner travels to New Zealand with an opportunity to score a significant international victory.
Saturday, October 3: Kacper Meyna vs Victor Emilio Ramirez
Title: WBA Continental heavyweight title
Location: Hala Widowiskowo-Sportowa, Koszalin, Poland
How to watch: Polsat Sport in Poland; check local listings
Polish heavyweight Kacper Meyna faces former cruiserweight world champion Victor Emilio Ramirez in one of the weekend’s most intriguing international matchups.
Meyna enters with a 17-1 record and will have youth, size and home-country support on his side. Ramirez owns a 34-5-1 record with 28 knockouts and previously held both the IBF and WBO cruiserweight championships.
Although Ramirez is now competing above his championship weight class, his experience and punching power make him a dangerous opponent for Meyna. The WBA Continental heavyweight title will be on the line.
What Is the Best Boxing Fight This Weekend?
Ben Whittaker vs Conor Wallace is the weekend’s most significant matchup. Whittaker is attempting to secure his place among the leading light heavyweight contenders, but Wallace represents the strongest opponent of his career.
Fans looking for American prospects should also watch Omari Jones and Deonte Brown on Friday night. Jones is one of the most accomplished fighters from the United States’ recent Olympic program, while Brown faces an experienced opponent with legitimate knockout power.
This Weekend’s Boxing Schedule at a Glance
- Friday, October 2: Omari Jones vs Alan Sanchez — 8 p.m. ET on DAZN
- Friday, October 2: Deonte Brown vs Leonardo Padilla — 10 p.m. ET on DAZN
- Saturday, October 3: Ben Whittaker vs Conor Wallace — 2 p.m. ET on DAZN
- Saturday, October 3: Mea Motu vs Mariah Turner — check local listings
- Saturday, October 3: Kacper Meyna vs Victor Emilio Ramirez — Polsat Sport in Poland
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