Details for Dana White’s second boxing event laid out including date and full card

Details for Dana White’s second boxing event laid out including date and full card

January 22, 2026 discoverhiddenusacom Sports

Zuffa Boxing is rapidly establishing itself as a new force in the sport, having already scheduled a second event to follow its inaugural fight night. This quick succession of events signals an ambitious start for the promotion, founded by Dana White in June of last year in partnership with Turki Alalshikh.

A Second Event Confirmed

Just a week after Callum Walsh (15-0) is set to face Carlos Ocampo (38-3) at the Meta Apex, Zuffa Boxing will return to the same venue on Sunday, February 1. The main event will feature a ten-round lightweight contest between former WBA super lightweight champion Jose Valenzuela (14-3) and Diego Torres (22-1).

Did You Know? Jose Valenzuela is looking to rebound after a unanimous decision loss to Gary Antuanne Russell in March, a fight where he relinquished his 140lbs world title.

The Undercard Takes Shape

Beyond the main event, boxing journalist Dan Rafael reports that the card is expected to include two additional bouts. A middleweight clash between Serhii Bohachuk (26-3) and Radzhab Butaev (16-1) is planned, as is a light heavyweight matchup between Radivoje ‘Hot Rod’ Kalajdzic and Oleksandr Gvozdyk.

Bohachuk is coming off a defeat to Brandon Adams on the undercard of the Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford fight in September. Butaev, a former WBA ‘regular’ welterweight titleholder, has seen limited action since losing the title to Eimantas Stanionis in April 2022, with only two wins in the last 21 months.

Notable Contenders on the Card

Oleksandr Gvozdyk (21-2) represents a significant name on the bill, having previously held the WBC light heavyweight title from 2018 to 2019, including a knockout victory over Adonis Stevenson. Radivoje Kalajdzic (29-3) has faced top competition, with losses to both Artur Beterbiev and Marcus Browne, but also a win over Sullivan Barrera.

Expert Insight: The rapid scheduling of these events demonstrates a clear intent by Zuffa Boxing to quickly establish a consistent presence in the boxing landscape, potentially disrupting established promotional models.

Looking Ahead: A Third Event on the Horizon

Zuffa Boxing is reportedly aiming to hold a third event before the end of February. A potential matchup between former IBF heavyweight champion Charles Martin and Efe Ajagba is being discussed for February 14, again at the Meta Apex.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Jose Valenzuela fighting?

Jose Valenzuela is scheduled to fight Diego Torres in a ten-round lightweight contest on February 1 at the Meta Apex.

Who else is fighting on the February 1 card?

According to reports, Serhii Bohachuk will face Radzhab Butaev in a middleweight bout, and Radivoje ‘Hot Rod’ Kalajdzic will fight Oleksandr Gvozdyk in a light heavyweight contest.

What is the potential next event for Zuffa Boxing?

A fight between Charles Martin and Efe Ajagba is reportedly being considered for February 14 at the Meta Apex.

Will Zuffa Boxing’s aggressive scheduling and focus on established fighters be enough to carve out a significant niche in the competitive world of professional boxing?