English boxer is in talks to make his professional debut in the Middle East
The 24-year-old has won gold at the Olympic Games, Commonwealth Games and European Championships
British boxer Ben Whittaker is considering a potential boxing bout in Saudi Arabia soon, according to reports. The 24-year-old is in talks to make his professional debut in the Middle East, with a fight in Jeddah being mooted.
Whittaker is one of the most promising boxers in the world and has won gold at the Olympic Games, Commonwealth Games and European Championships.
He turned professional earlier this year and has signed with Matchroom Boxing. Whittaker is expected to make his pro debut in the coming months, and a fight in Saudi Arabia would be a major statement of intent.
Saudi Arabia has become a major player in the boxing world in recent years, hosting several high-profile fights.
In 2019, Anthony Joshua and Andy Ruiz Jr fought in a heavyweight title rematch in Riyadh. And in 2022, Oleksandr Usyk and Anthony Joshua fought for the unified heavyweight titles in Jeddah.
A fight in Saudi Arabia would be a major opportunity for Whittaker to showcase his skills on a global stage.
However, there are some concerns about human rights in Saudi Arabia. The country has been criticized for its treatment of women and LGBT people.
Whittaker will need to weigh up the potential risks and rewards of fighting in Saudi Arabia before making a decision.
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