Frazer Clarke takes on Jeamie “TKV” Tshikeva in Derby on Saturday night for the vacant British heavyweight title.
Now, however, the pair are fighting fit and set to take to the ring to settle their differences, with Clarke looking to claim the British title at the third time of asking.
He drew and was beaten by Fabio Wardley last year, with the first bout a tie before a first-round knockout settled proceedings second time around.
Clarke has since made amends by stopping Ebenezer Tetteh back in April to tee up a hugely-anticipated bout with TKV.
TKV himself was beaten by David Adeleye in his own quest for the British belt in April.
What makes this fight unique is that it will be the first back on free-to-air television, with the BBC having the broadcast rights for the contest, which is the first of a new deal signed by the corporation.
“It’s fantastic for British boxing,” Clarke said of the deal.
“It’s fantastic for the British public because it’s back on national TV.
“With the way the world is now, a lot of people can’t afford the apps, they can’t afford the pay-per-views.
“If you turn on your TV, turn on the BBC, people see whatever it is. It’s just good for fans.
“There’ll be some watching that haven’t watched a live boxing event for years and years and years.
Pulled out: Jeamie TKV
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“The older generation probably doesn’t know how to use the apps that well. So, I’m really happy for them. It’s great for me as well.
“And to be the first headliner at that first boxing event on the BBC in 21 years, it’s a proud moment.”
TKV said: “Not many people realise how big this moment is, not only for Boxxer, BBC, me and Frazer but it’s big for British boxing in general.
“Me and Frazer are going to make history.”
Clarke vs TKV fight date and venue
The event takes place on Saturday, November 29, 2025 at the Vaillant Live in Derby.
Clarke vs TKV fight time and ring walks
Saturday night’s undercard is expected to begin at around 6pm GMT.
Ring walks for the main event are not anticipated until around 9pm GMT, although that, of course, is likely to change.
How to watch Clarke vs TKV
TV channel and live stream: The card is being shown live on the BBC as boxing makes its return to terrestrial television. The undercard and full event can be streamed live on BBC iPlayer from 6pm through till 10pm, while BBC Two will broadcast the main card from 8pm.
Live blog: Follow updates from the entire card with Standard Sport’s live blog.
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- Josh Rose vs Jorge Luis Huerta Balleza
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This should be a close one to call.
Clarke is 9-1-1 in his professional career, while TKV comes in with an 8-2 record.
It is Clarke, who heralds from Burton, who comes into this off the back of a win, but that does not automatically rule out TKV, who has a point to prove after his disappointing defeat by Adeleye.
Either way, both men will desperately want to claim this belt and move on up the division.
With Clarke 34 years old and TKV 32, time is ticking for them if they want to make waves in their weight class.
Both men will officially weigh-in on Friday, November 28 ahead of fight night.
Clarke vs TKV latest odds
Clarke to win by decision: 4/1
Clarke to win by knockout, technical knockout or disqualification: 4/9
TKV to win by decision: 9/1
TKV to win by knockout, technical knockout or disqualification: 6/1
Odds via Betfair (subject to change).
