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Kabayel to Defend Title Against Knyba in Highly Anticipated “Homecoming” Fight
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DAZN will exclusively broadcast the January 10, 2026, heavyweight clash between Agit Kabayel and Damian Knyba, marking Kabayel’s return to boxing in Germany after a three-year absence.
German heavyweight Agit Kabayel is set to defend his title against Poland’s Damian Knyba on January 10, 2026, at the Rudolf-Weber-Arena in Oberhausen. the bout represents a significant moment for Kabayel, dubbed his “Homecoming,” as he returns to fight on German soil for the first time as a technical knockout victory over Agron Smakici in Bochum nearly three years prior.
Kabayel, 33, will be competing for the WBC Interim title against the undefeated Knyba in front of an expected crowd of approximately 13,000 fans. The German boxer has recently secured notable wins against formidable opponents including Arslanbek Makhmudov, Frank Sanchez, and Zhilei Zhang, all fought in riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Fight Details: date, Time, and Location
The boxing event, officially titled “The Homecoming,” is scheduled for Friday, January 10, 2026. Preliminary fights will begin at 7:00 p.m. local time, with the main event – Kabayel versus Knyba – anticipated to start around 11:00 p.m.
Here’s a fast overview of the key fight information:
- Fight: Agit Kabayel vs. Damian Knyba
- Date: January 10, 2026
- Time (Kabayel vs. Knyba): 11:00 p.m.
- Location: Rudolf-Weber-Arena, Oberhausen
- weight Class: Heavyweight
- Rounds: 12
How to Watch Kabayel vs. Knyba Live
Fans looking to watch the heavyweight showdown live will need a subscription to DAZN. The broadcast will begin at 6:45 p.m., preceding the start of the preliminary fights at 7:00 p.m. The broadcast team will feature Laura wontorra as the host, with boxing expert Regina Halmich providing analysis, and commentary from Uli Hebel, Andreas Selak, and boxing manager Bernd Bönte.
Potential Future Opponents and Knyba’s Challenge
While Knyba represents the immediate challenge, Kabayel has been the subject of interest from other high-profile boxers. Former world champion Daniel Dubois recently publicly challenged Kabayel, and former Olympic champion Tony Yoka had reportedly signed a contract for a potential fight. However, Knyba stands as the first hurdle in Kabayel’s path.
Knyba, 29, enters the fight with an unblemished professional record of 17 wins, with 11 coming by way of knockout. His bout against Kabayel will be his first outside of the United States or Poland. Despite his perfect record, Knyba is widely considered the underdog against Kabayel, who views himself among the world’s elite. However, Knyba possesses a significant height advantage – nearly ten centimeters taller – a factor that previously presented challenges for Kabayel against Zhilei Zhang.
Kabayel’s return to Germany marks a pivotal moment in his career, offering him the opportunity to showcase his skills on home turf and further solidify his position as a leading force in the heavyweight division.
