Groves to face Smith in Saudi Arabia

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George Groves won his world title by beating Fedor Chudinov last year

George Groves’ showdown with Callum Smith in the World Boxing Super Series super-middleweight final with be in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on September 28.

In what will be Groves’ third WBA title defence, Smith’s first world title fight, and both fighters’ chance to win the Muhammad Ali trophy, they will meet at the King Abdullah Sports City.

Hammersmith’s Groves has been passed fit after suffering a dislocated shoulder during his semi-final win over Chris Eubank Jnr in February.

“It’s fantastic news that we now have a confirmed date and location for the final,” said Groves.

“I’m incredibly excited that the fight has been formally confirmed to take place in Jeddah. I’m excited and sure this final will eclipse every WBSS fight to date for excitement and drama.

“I have been in camp for a while already but am now looking forward to stepping the training up now that the date’s been set.”




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