Artem Suslenkov vs Joe Joyce fight preview, betting odds, prediction
Artem Suslenkov vs Joe Joyce - TV channel, date, time, venue, preview, betting odds, prediction
Artem Suslenkov (14-0, 9 KOs) challenges for the vacant WBA Continental Heavyweight title against British boxer Joe Joyce (16-4, 15 KOs) on Saturday, July 11 in Moscow.
The heavyweights will clash over 10-rounds at the IBA Pro 19 event in the VTB Arena on the undercard of the Murat Gassiev vs Peter Kadiru WBA World heavyweight title fight.
How to Watch
Date: Saturday, July 11
Time: 4pm BST
Ringwalks: Suslenkov-Joyce expected to make their ringwalks from 6pm BST approx.
TV: DAZN
Promoter: IBA Pro 19 is promoted by Al Siesta's IB Challenger, with Epic Sports & Entertainment, Patriot Promotion, Ural Boxing Promotions, Queensberry Promotions.
Fight Preview
Unbeaten heavyweight contender Artem Suslenkov will take on Rio 2016 Olympic silver medallist Joe Joyce on July 11 as part of the blockbuster IBA Pro 19 card headlined by Murat Gassiev’s WBA Heavyweight title defence against Tony Yoka in Moscow.
Suslenkov (14-0, 9 KOs) will look to cement his status as a genuine world-level heavyweight when he faces off against the formidable Joyce over 10 rounds, with the WBA Continental Heavyweight title up for grabs for the winner.
The Volgograd-born banger has blasted his way to a perfect professional record since his debut in December 2018, but faces the stiffest test of his career so far against the vastly experienced, heavy-handed ‘Juggernaut’, who himself will be eyeing a return to world championship contention with a win on away soil.
After an impressive third-round TKO of former world-title challenger Artur Mann back in April, another eye-catching showing against the battle-hardened Joyce could see the 30-year-old in line for a shot at the winner of July 11’s main event, and with it, a potential all-Russian showdown with WBA kingpin Gassiev.
Last 5 Fights
Suslenkov:
W-KO3 Artur Mann
W-RTD5 Agron Smakici
W-MD10 Jack Mulowayi
W-UD8 Christian Hammer
W-RTD2 Bilal Laggoune
Joyce:
L-UD10 Filip Hrgovic
L-UD10 Derek Chisora
W-KO10 Kash Ali
L-KO3 Zhilei Zhang
L-KO6 Zhilei Zhang
Quotes
Suslenkov: “Joyce is a powerful opponent with strong technique and vast experience.
“This is a serious challenge. I feel both excitement and full focus. Meticulous preparation and the right tactics to neutralise his strengths will be crucial.
“This is a chance to show my level and give the fans something to cheer about. Joyce is a strong, pressure-fighting heavyweight with heavy hands and a great deal of experience.
“It is an honour for me to box on the card headlined by Murat Gassiev, who is defending his WBA Heavyweight title against Tony Yoka. This is a prestigious event, a major audience, and an opportunity to prove myself at the highest level.”
Joyce: “I’ve spent the last year preparing, training and wanting to be back in the ring.
“I’m excited for the opportunity to travel to Russia and challenge for the WBA Continental Heavyweight title on July 11.
“Thank you to IBA Pro for the opportunity. My team and I are locked in and Moscow should get ready for a big performance.”
Betting Odds
8/11 Suslenkov
5/4 Joyce
16/1 Draw
Fight Prediction
Tim Rickson, GBN Editor: "Joyce was once an opponent you couldn't bet against. His granite chin, relentless pressure and ability to walk through absolutely anything had everyone thinking that he could become a world champion. However, his armour has been severely weakened and his reflexes slowed over time. He is no longer anywhere near the force that he once was, which is reflected in his recent run of results - just one win from his last five fights.
"I think he comes out and has a good go, like he always dioes, you know just what yopu're going to get from 'The Juggernaut' every time, but I can see him getting tagged cleanly and repeatedly by Suslenkov, who I am picking to win by decision."
