It was a tough 2022 for George Kambosos Jr., going down twice to Devin Haney - both via unanimous decision - and losing the belts he won from Teofimo Lopez in the process.
But after some much-needed rest and recovery, Kambosos is ready to get back in the ring.
Kambosos' co-promoter Top Rank confirmed he'd be taking on Englishman Maxi Hughes in Shawnee, Oklahoma on July 22.
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Hughes' IBO world title will be on the line, while, importantly, the bout will also act as a title eliminator for the IBF.
Here's everything you need to know about the fight.
When is Kambosos vs Hughes?
Kambosos and Hughes will meet on Saturday, July 22 (Sunday, July 23 in Australia).
For Kambosos, it will be nine months since the Haney rematch, while Hughes was last in action in September when he defeated Kid Galahad.
Where will Kambosos vs Hughes take place?
The bout has landed in the curious location of Shawnee, Oklahoma.
The Firelake Arena, which has a capacity of around 5,000, will play host to the event.
Kambosos vs. Hughes tickets
Tickets are currently not on sale for George Kambosos' fight with Maxi Hughes.
How to watch Kambosos vs. Hughes
| Country | Date | Channel + Live Stream (main card) |
| United States | Sat. July 22 | ESPN |
| United Kingdom | Sun. July 22 | TBA |
| Australia | Sun. July 22 | Main Event/Kayo |
Kambosos vs. Hughes fight card
Also in action on the card will be Olympic silver medalist and lightweight prospect Keyshawn Davis.
Confirmed fight card:
George Kambosos vs. Maxi Hughes; lightweight
Keyshawn Davis vs. Francesco Patera; lightweight
Giovani Santillan vs. Erick Bone; welterweight
Mike Balogun vs. Hemi Ahio; heavyweight
Roney Hines vs. Michael Pirotton; heavyweight
Troy Isley vs. TBA; middleweight
Jeremiah Milton vs. TBA; heavyweight
George Kambosos' past fights
Kambosos' last two fights were both against Devin Haney; the first was for undisputed status in the lightweight division, and the second was a contractual rematch, both of which Kambosos lost via UD.
Before this, Kambosos shocked the world in 2021, taking out Teofimo Lopez in New York and winning the IBF, WBA, and WBO lightweight titles.
Kambosos vs Hughes betting odds
There are currently no betting odds for George Kambosos Jr. vs Maxi Hughes.
George Kambosos career record and bio
- Nationality: Australian
- Born: June 14, 1993
- Height: 5'9" (175cm)
- Reach: 68 inches (173cm)
- Total fights: 22
- Record: 20-2 with 10 wins via knockout
Maxi Hughes career record and bio
- Nationality: British
- Born: March 4, 1990
- Height: 5'7" (170cm)
- Reach: 67 inches (170cm)
- Total fights: 33
- Record: 26-5-2 with 5 wins via knockout
