George Kambosos next fight: When, where, what to know about 2023 fight with Maxi Hughes

It was a tough 2022 for George Kambosos, 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 fighting in an IBF lightweight world title eliminator, with the IBO title also on the line.

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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.

How to watch Kambosos vs. Hughes: What TV channel is it on?

The event will cost Aussie fans AU$29.95 through Main Event.

Kambosos vs. Hughes live stream

In Australia, fans can purchase the fight through Kayo PPV here.

For fans in the USA, the fight will feature on ESPN+, while in the UK, subscribers can catch the action on Sky Sports.

Kambosos vs. Hughes tickets

Tickets to the event can be purchased here, starting at US$39.

Kambosos vs. Hughes full fight card

Also in action on the card will be Olympic silver medalist and lightweight prospect Keyshawn Davis. Another Aussie, heavyweight Joe Goodall will also be feature in Oklahoma.

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

Troy Isley vs. Antonio Todd; middleweight

Roney Hines vs. Michael Pirotton; heavyweight

Stephen Shaw vs. Joe Goodall, heavyweight

Jeremiah Milton vs. TBA; heavyweight

Kambosos vs Hughes betting odds

In Australia, Kambosos is listed as a $1.37 favourite to get the victory, with Hughes considered an outsider at $3.40.

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.

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