Callum Johnson to fight Artur Beterbiev for IBF light-heavyweight world title on October 6
It will be the Russian's first title defence in his 13th fight - having won all 12 by way of knockout
CALLUM JOHNSON will fight for his first world title when he fights Artur Beterbiev on October 6.
Both boxers will put their undefeated records on the line when they clash in the US this autumn for Beterbiev's IBF light-heavyweight belt.
Johnson's promoter Eddie Hearn tweeted out the news this afternoon, writing "Please to agree a deal for @CallumTheOne to challenge @ABeterbiev for the IBF World title.
"Fight will take place October 6 in the US - full details soon."
And Johnson, who has won all 17 of his fights so far and has 12 knockouts to his name, also shared his delight on Twitter.
He wrote: "A massive massive thanks to @EddieHearn & @MatchroomBoxing for delivering me a childhood dream opportunity.
"Also my trainer & manager @JoeG. One thing I can promise is I’ll be giving you all 100%."
Beterbiev is one of the most feared boxers in the division, with an unblemished record of 12 wins, all by way of KO.
The 33-year-old was born in Russia, but now fights out of Canada.
Last time out it looked like that knockout streak would be ended by Enrico Koelling.
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Johnson himself is heavy-handed, and stunned last time out in capturing the British title.
The Lincolnshire hitter sparked then-champ Frank Buglioni out in the first round to win the belt.
But in the 12th round Beterbiev floored his opponent twice and the referee waved it off.
