Live on DAZN in the USA, UK, and Europe, the Joe Joyce vs. Filip Hrgovic heavyweight fight begins at 2 PM ET / 11 AM PT on Saturday, April 5, with the UK start time landing at 7 PM BST and 8 PM CET.
Fight Overview
Two heavyweights trying to claw their way back from disaster. Joyce got battered by a 40-year-old Chisora. Hrgovic got dropped like a sack by Dubois. Both got embarrassed. Now they’re thrown together because Dillian Whyte bailed and somebody had to show up.
Co-op Live Arena in Manchester hosts the mess. Both talk like they’ve still got something left. Let’s see who’s lying. Loser’s out of the conversation. Winner might hang around a bit longer. No titles. Just pressure.
Start Time Zones
USA (ET): 2 PM (Main Card) / 12 PM (Undercard) – Live on DAZN
USA (PT): 11 AM (Main Card) / 9 AM (Undercard)
UK (BST): 7 PM (Main Card) / 5 PM (Undercard)
Europe (CET): 8 PM (Main Card) / 6 PM (Undercard)
Times subject to change based on undercard fight durations.
Quotes From Faceoff
Joe Joyce
“It is a great fight, entertainment, and I expect a great performance. The same result is going to happen, I’m going to win and then get elevated back up to the top. I look forward to knocking him out on Saturday night.”
Filip Hrgovic
“It was short notice, but I was already in good shape. This win, hopefully on Saturday, brings me back to the top. He’s definitely not in the peak of his career. My motivation is big. I don’t want to lose this fight.”
Quotes From Undercard
Jeamie Tshikeva
“I’m offended by David’s behaviour. We know each other, and the way he’s been acting is disrespectful. I’m going to show him on Saturday. This fake hard man act? It’s embarrassing. I see a scared man.”
David Adeleye
“Of course it’s personal. We’re fighting in 48 hours. Scared of what? You sound like a victim. You don’t like the heat, don’t show up. I clowned your face and you haven’t shut up since.”
Delicious Orie
“When I started, I looked up to Joyce and Hrgovic. Now I’m on the same card. This ain’t amateur points anymore. I’m here to hurt people. Saturday’s the switch. No pity, no patience.”
Joe Joyce vs. Filip Hrgovic FAQ
When is the Joe Joyce vs. Filip Hrgovic fight?
Saturday, April 5 (USA, UK, Europe)
What time does the fight start?
Main card:
USA (ET): 2 PM
USA (PT): 11 AM
UK (BST): 7 PM
Europe (CET): 8 PM
Undercard:
USA (ET): 12 PM
USA (PT): 9 AM
UK (BST): 5 PM
Europe (CET): 6 PM
Where is the fight taking place?
Co-op Live Arena, Manchester
How can I watch the fight?
LIVE on DAZN (USA, UK, Europe)
Who holds the title?
No one. It’s just two lads scrapping for relevance.
Did the rematch come from a clause?
No. This is the first time they’ve fought as pros.
What’s Filip Hrgovic’s recent form?
Got dropped and finished by Dubois. Not great.
Is this a title fight?
No. No belts. Just pressure.
Why Should I Watch?
Because these two are desperate. They need this. Not for legacy — just to not get laughed out of the sport. Joyce moves like his knees are made of bricks. Hrgovic’s chin didn’t last five rounds last time out. So what happens when two punch-dragged heavyweights start swinging? Probably violence.
And don’t skip the undercard. Adeleye and Tshikeva are taking it personal. Trash talk’s already gotten messy. Could boil over.
Fight Card
Main Card – DAZN
Joe Joyce vs. Filip Hrgovic – Heavyweight
David Adeleye vs. Jeamie Tshikeva – British Heavyweight Title
Jack Rafferty vs. Cory O’Regan – Commonwealth Super Lightweight Title
Undercard – DAZN
Delicious Orie vs. Milos Veletic – Heavyweight
Khaleel Majid vs. Alex Murphy – Super Lightweight
Juergen Uldedaj vs. Gerardo Mellado – Cruiserweight
Mark Chamberlain vs. Miguel Angel Scaringi – Super Lightweight
Royston Barney-Smith vs. Cesar Ignacio Paredes – Super Featherweight
Nelson Birchall vs. Rodrigo Matias Areco – Featherweight
Alfie Middlemiss vs. Alexander Morales – Featherweight
Ramtin Musah vs. Robbie Chapman – Super Middleweight
Louis Szeto vs. Nabil Ahmed – Bantamweight
Last Updated on 04/03/2025
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