Dillian Whyte vs Christian Hammer: Body Snatcher makes huge returns
DILLIAN WHYTE makes his long-awaited return to the ring for a St. Patrick’s Day boxing fight against Christian Hammer TONIGHT.
But fans are struggling to watch the Body Snatcher’s big comeback, with the fight seemingly not being picked up by any TV channels.
That also means that, as TV cameras are apparently not present in the venue in Ireland, Whyte vs Hammer CANNOT be streamed online – if this changes, new information will be posted here.
Fans were devastated to learn that The Body Snatcher had to pull out of his fight against Anthony Joshua in August 2023 due to a failed drug test.
Whyte has not fought since his majority decision over Jermaine Franklin in November 2022.
However, on March 3, the British star was cleared to resume his boxing career after investigations revealed that his positive doping test was caused by a contaminated supplement.
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And Whyte will be keen to bounce back from this minor setback by putting another win on the board against heavyweight veteran Hammer.
When is Whyte vs. Hammer?
Dillian Whyte’s huge return against Christian Hammer will take place on Sunday March 17.
The undercard is expected to kick off at 5:30 PM UK / 1:30 PM ET.
While the ring walks for the main event are expected to begin 10pm GMT / 5:00 PM ET.
These timings may change due to the length of the undercard fights.
How can I watch Whyte vs Hammer?
No TV channel has been given the rights to broadcast Dillian Whyte’s comeback fight in Britain.
SunSport understands the fight will also essentially take place behind closed doors with no online streams available anywhere. If this changes, new information will be posted here.
This event will take place at the TF Royal Hotel in Castlebar, Ireland and the chosen venue will accommodate approximately 4,000 fans.
It is not known at this time how many tickets have been sold for the event.
Whyte defeated Jermaine Franklin at Wembley Arena in his most recent fight.
What is the ENTIRE battle card?
Fans are all looking forward to seeing Dillian Whyte step foot in the ring again after 16 months away.
But there are expected to be twelve upcoming talented boxers on the undercard.
- Dillian Whyte vs. Christian Hammer; Heavyweight – MAIN EVENT
- Ray Moylette vs. Jake Tinklin; Super lightweight
- Gary O’Sullivan vs. TBA; Middleweight
- Thomas Carty vs. Pavel Sour; Heavyweight
- Daniel O’Sullivan vs. Martin Balog; Light middleweight
- Sedem Ama vs. Ester Knecna; Light middleweight
- Craig O’Brien vs. Remi Scholer; Middleweight
What has been said?
Dillian Whyte admitted it was difficult to keep quiet when news broke that he had tested positive for doping, but he knew he had to remain professional.
Speaking to Sky Sports, Whyte said: “It was very difficult because I knew I was innocent but then you can’t talk, you can’t say anything.
“You have to be professional, trust the process, trust the lawyers and trust the people around you. It’s been tough, but tough times make tough men.
“First of all, I am mainly relieved, but of course I am also angry because it has cost me so much.
“The most important thing is that it cost me the opportunity to beat AJ. Everything else after that is secondary, but you know it’s a mix of emotions.
“I’m angry and also disappointed because in this game people don’t give you a chance to prove yourself. Everyone is quick to say, ‘Yes, yes, yes,’ instead of giving people a chance.”