Richards vs Kalajdzic: 10-Round War
30-3 Kalajdzic fights outside North America for the first time against 20-4-1 Richards on September 26
Craig Richards will face Radivoje Kalajdzic in a 10-round light heavyweight showdown on September 26 at the Copper Box Arena. The fight between Richards and Kalajdzic will serve as the chief support bout to the 10-round heavyweight main event featuring Johnny Fisher.
Richards has a record of 20-4-1 with 13 KOs, while Kalajdzic has a record of 30-3 with 22 KOs. Richards won his last two fights in 2025, including a knockout win over Dan Azeez in December. Kalajdzic's last fight was a seventh-round knockout victory against Oleksandr Gvozdyk in February.
The event will also feature a 10-round middleweight showdown between Lee Cutler and Louis Greene. Cutler's last fight saw him stop Aaron Sutton in three rounds, while Greene earned a points decision win over Daniel Buciuc in Dublin last week.
The event will be broadcast live on Sky Sports on September 26. This matchup is significant as it marks the first time Kalajdzic has fought outside North America as a professional.
## What's at Stake The fight between Richards and Kalajdzic is crucial for both boxers as they look to push towards a world title opportunity. Richards has expressed his desire to use this fight as a stepping stone to achieve his goal. With both fighters having a history of taking on tough competition, this bout is expected to be an exciting and closely contested matchup.
## Why it Matters The addition of Richards vs Kalajdzic and Cutler vs Greene to the Johnny Fisher bill has bolstered the September 26 Zuffa Boxing 11 card at the Copper Box Arena. This event is a significant one for boxing fans, with multiple exciting matchups on the bill. The fact that it will be broadcast live on Sky Sports means that fans will be able to watch the action unfold from the comfort of their own homes.
