Former British world‑title contender Craig Richards is slated to meet Radivoje Kalajdzic in a ten‑round light‑heavyweight bout, while Lee Cutler will square off against Louis Greene in a middleweight contest, both featured on Zuffa Boxing’s Johnny Fisher event at London’s Copper Box Arena. The Richards‑Kalajdzic fight will act as the headline undercard to the ten‑round heavyweight main event headlined by Johnny Fisher at Zuffa Boxing 11, scheduled for September 26 and broadcast live on Sky Sports.
A future opponent for "The Romford Bull" will be disclosed in the coming days. Richards (20‑4‑1, 13 KOs) is a world‑ranked former British champion who challenged Dmitry Bivol for the WBA light‑heavyweight crown in 2021. He has rebounded with two victories in 2025, highlighted by a knockout of Dan Azeez in December. Kalajdzic (30‑3, 22 KOs), a hard‑hitting Serbian‑born fighter, will make his professional debut outside North America.
The 35‑year‑old’s most recent bout was a seventh‑round stoppage of Oleksandr Gvozdyk in February, and he now looks to test his power on British soil. The Copper Box Arena card also includes a ten‑round middleweight showdown between British pugilists Lee Cutler and Louis Greene.
Cutler earned a points win over Stevie McKenna in December 2024, handing the Irish knockout specialist his first professional loss. In his previous outing, Cutler dispatched Aaron Sutton in three rounds in his hometown of Bournemouth. Greene, a former Commonwealth super‑welterweight champion, secured a decision victory over Daniel Buciuc in Dublin just last week.
Adding further depth to the event, decorated British amateur Kayla Allen will make her professional debut, becoming the first female fighter to sign with Zuffa Boxing. Fellow prospects Alex MacMillan, Leon Hughes and Fred Pullen—who is also turning professional—will appear on the London bill, offering a showcase of emerging talent across several weight classes.
In a pre‑fight interview on Sky Sports News, Richards, known as "Spider," shared his enthusiasm: "It’s a very exciting fight. Everyone knows Kalajdzic can punch, I can punch, we’ve both been two fighters who haven’t shied away from competition. We’ve been in with everyone, we’ve mixed it, we both probably want to push on now towards that world title and I feel like it’s a great opportunity." He continued, "UK vs USA – that mix always goes down well! I’m up for it, I’m excited and I think this is now going to be the best version of me going into the new chapter and I get to go and display what I’m about.
I feel like my story is not written yet and I feel like I need to write it now." Richards also addressed past difficulties in securing fights, noting, "The problem we had before is that a lot of opponents were turning [a fight with] me down, saying ‘he’s a hard fight, he’s a long night in the office’. Zuffa doesn’t allow you to do that, and that means I can get some activity. I can go out there and make a statement." The event promises a blend of seasoned veterans and rising prospects, offering fans a full night of high‑octane boxing. With the main event featuring Johnny Fisher, a rising heavyweight prospect, the undercard fights provide a platform for both established names like Richards and Kalajdzic and newcomers eager to make an impression.
The inclusion of Kayla Allen marks a historic moment for Zuffa Boxing, highlighting the promotion’s commitment to gender diversity and the growth of women’s professional boxing in the UK. Fans can catch the entire evening live on Sky Sports, with streaming options available for those without a traditional TV subscription.
The promotion encourages viewers to use Chrome for the best video experience, ensuring a smooth and accessible broadcast. Overall, the Richards‑Kalajdzic bout offers a compelling narrative: a seasoned British challenger looking to re‑establish himself on the world stage versus a powerful Serbian fighter making his first foray outside North America. Both athletes bring knockout power and a desire to climb the rankings, setting the stage for an intense, action‑packed contest that could shape the future of the light‑heavyweight division.
Meanwhile, the middleweight clash between Cutler and Greene, along with the debut of Kayla Allen and other prospects, rounds out a card that showcases the depth and excitement of British boxing in 2026. The event underscores Zuffa Boxing’s strategy of building a diverse roster, blending veteran appeal with fresh talent, and delivering compelling storylines that resonate with both casual viewers and hardcore fans. As the date approaches, anticipation builds for what could be a landmark night for many of the fighters involved, particularly for Richards, who sees this as a pivotal step toward a potential world‑title run, and for Kalajdzic, who aims to prove his power can translate across continents.
The Copper Box Arena, known for its vibrant atmosphere, will provide an ideal backdrop for these high‑stakes encounters. Whether you’re tuning in for the heavyweight main event, the light‑heavyweight showdown, or the middleweight battle, the night promises to deliver memorable moments, hard‑hitting action, and the kind of drama that keeps boxing fans coming back for more.