Nick Ball takes on Ronny Rios at the Liverpool Arena(Image: Getty Images)

Boxing tonight: Ring walk times, TV channels, live stream details and fight cards

Nick Ball defends his WBA featherweight world title against Ronny Rios this evening at the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool, and Wales Online has all the information you need about the fight

05 Oct 2024, 06:00 by Aaron Morris · Wales Online

Nick Ball is set to defend his WBA featherweight world title tonight, as he faces off against Ronny Rios at the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool.

The 27-year-old local currently boasts an unbeaten streak of 21 fights, including 20 victories over top-tier opponents such as Jesus Ramirez Rubio, Isaac Dogboe and Ludumo Lamati, along with a single draw against Rey Vargas earlier this year. Despite only recently securing the featherweight belt this summer - following a split decision win over Raymond Ford in June - Ball will need to overcome a formidable opponent in Rios tonight if he wishes to retain it.

Rios has built up an impressive professional boxing record of 34-4, with 17 knockouts under his belt. Despite being seven years Ball's senior, the American has proven that he still possesses swift hands and remarkable power in the ring, demonstrated by a fifth-round knockout victory over Nicolas Polanko in April.

As we anticipate a thrilling clash between Liverpool's own Ball and the American Rios tonight, here's everything you need to know about the showdown - from when they'll enter the ring to how you can tune in from home....

What time does Nick Ball vs Ronny Rios start in the UK?

The highly anticipated event commences at 7pm on TV in the UK tonight, but there's a jam-packed undercard to enjoy before the headliner begins. Jack Rafferty is set to square off with Henry Turner for the vacant British super lightweight title in the night's co-main event, while Liverpool's own Andrew Cain will compete against Lazaro Casseres in a bantamweight clash.

Additional British talent floods the line-up, featuring Walter Fury, Tyson Fury's cousin with a record of 1-0, alongside fighters such as Brad Strand, Jack Turner, and Dale Arrowsmith. The main battle between Ball and Rios is slated to begin with their ring walks at M&S Bank Arena Liverpool around 10pm.

How to watch Nick Ball vs Ronny Rios

UK viewers looking to watch Nick Ball take on Ronny Rios can do so via TNT Sports. Across the pond, it'll be streamed on ESPN+. Tickets remain on sale for those wishing to experience the action live, starting at £59.25 available through Ticket Quarter.

Undercard and fight card

Nick Ball vs. Ronny Rios (WBA featherweight title)
Jack Rafferty vs. Henry Turner (British super lightweight title)
Andrew Cain vs. Lazaro Casseres
Jadier Herrera vs. Oliver Flores
James McGivern vs. Reuquen Cona Facundo Arce
Brad Strand vs. Marvin Solano
Jack Turner vs. Gonzalo Corinaldesi
Boma Brown vs. Amine Boucetta
Lucas Biswana vs. Jakub Laskowski
Walter Fury vs. Dale Arrowsmith
Joe Cooper vs. Lukasz Barabasz

Quotes corner

Nick Ball: "The way I fight, that can force stoppages you know? I've got power, I can knock people out 100 per cent, yeah. But at the same time, I'm ready for 15, 20 rounds. Whatever it may be, that belt is staying where it is."

Ronny Rios: "I've gotta do whatever I've gotta do to bring that belt back. I know he's gonna fight for it, so am I. October fifth is going to be a fight for the fans. I know you come to fight, I come to fight - all the handshakes and everything goes out the window once that bell rings."