Chennai shortlisted to host Neeraj Goyat vs Anthony Pettis boxing bout in January 2027
· Sports · Sportstar, NDTV Sports
Chennai is one of three Indian cities being considered to host a professional boxing match between Neeraj Goyat and former UFC lightweight champion Anthony Pettis. The six-round super welterweight bout is scheduled for January 23, 2027, with Hyderabad and Visakhapatnam as the other potential host cities. The final venue is expected to be announced in November 2026. The event, titled 'Goyat vs Pettis: The Indian Uprising', will be presented by IPBL Boxing and sanctioned by the Indian Boxing Council. Neeraj Goyat, a Haryana-based boxer with a record of 21 wins, four losses, and two draws, aims to headline a boxing event in India for the first time.
Why it matters
Indian boxing fans in Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh may get the opportunity to attend a high-profile international boxing event locally. The bout could elevate the profile of professional boxing in India and inspire regional participation in the sport.
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