How To Watch Kovalev vs. Mann: Start Time, Fight Card, And Streaming Details
Live to tell the tale Boxing News YouTube and Facebook, the Sergey Kovalev vs. Artur Mann fight begins Friday, April 18, from Chelyabinsk, Russia, with global streaming access starting at 5:30 PM UK / 4:30 PM ET / 1:30 PM PT.
The ultimate ringwalk of Kovalev’s profession is scheduled for 9:30 PM UK / 4:30 PM ET / 1:30 PM PT / 1:30 AM local time (Chelyabinsk).
Fight Overview
Sergey Kovalev is closing the book. At 42, the previous unified light-heavyweight world champion returns for one last fight — at home in Chelyabinsk, where it began. No glitz, no empty ceremony. Just yet one more fight before the lights exit.
Kovalev (35-5-1, 29 KOs) faces Artur Mann (22-4), a German-based Kazakh trying to spoil the party within the primary event of the IBA Champions tournament. It’s not for a title. It’s for respect, legacy, and one last dose of violence from a person who built his name breaking bones.
Mann is not any pushover, but tonight belongs to Kovalev. A final swing from considered one of the game’s most feared punchers.
Start Time Zones
USA (ET): 4:30 PM (Principal Event) / 12:30 PM (Undercard)
USA (PT): 1:30 PM (Principal Event) / 9:30 AM (Undercard)
UK (BST): 9:30 PM (Principal Event) / 5:30 PM (Undercard)
Russia (Chelyabinsk): 1:30 AM (Principal Event – April 19) / 9:30 PM (Undercard)
Times subject to vary based on undercard fight durations.
Quotes From Faceoff
Sergey Kovalev
“I’m looking forward to having the ultimate fight of my profession here in my home of Chelyabinsk. Persons are excited since it has been a protracted time since I actually have been within the ring. Artur Mann is a robust opponent for me to face, so I’m also excited to placed on a show for many who have supported me in my profession.”
“I actually have been fortunate to travel and make many fans from around the globe, so for my supporters in america and United Kingdom, it pleases me that they are going to see my final fight free of charge on the Boxing News YouTube channel.”
Al Siesta (IBA Pro CEO)
“IBA Pro is proud and honoured to showcase the ultimate fight of Sergey’s legendary profession. Sergey all the time brought value and excitement to fans across the globe. That’s why we’re making this available to everyone free of charge.”
“We’ve a full night of motion in Chelyabinsk. Top regional talent, future stars, and considered one of the game’s most feared punchers taking his last walk.”
Kovalev vs. Mann FAQ
When is the Sergey Kovalev vs. Artur Mann fight?
Friday, April 18 (USA, UK) / Saturday, April 19 (Russia)
What time does the fight start?
Principal card:
USA (ET): 12:30 PM
USA (PT): 9:30 AM
UK (BST): 5:30 PM
Russia (Chelyabinsk): 9:30 PM
Principal event:
USA (ET): 4:30 PM
USA (PT): 1:30 PM
UK (BST): 9:30 PM
Russia (Chelyabinsk): 1:30 AM (Saturday)
Where is the fight going down?
Chelyabinsk, Russia
How can I watch the fight?
LIVE on Boxing News YouTube and Facebook (Global)
LIVE on Match! TV (Russia)
Who holds the title?
No belts — just Kovalev closing out his profession
Did the rematch come from a clause?
No rematch. That is Mann attempting to smash a farewell party.
What’s Sergey Kovalev’s recent form?
Lost his last fight on points to Robin Safar. Been inactive since.
Is that this a title fight?
No – just the top of a legendary profession.
Why Should I Watch?
Because that is it. Final fight. No comebacks. Kovalev’s going out the way in which he should — in his hometown, under the lights, throwing one last bomb. No politics. No money grab. Just violence.
You’ve watched him drop champs, unify belts, and switch lights out with one shot. That is the last time you’ll see him do it. He earned this exit. You show up and watch it.
Fight Card
Principal Card – Boxing News YouTube & Facebook / Match! TV (Russia)
Sergey Kovalev vs. Artur Mann – Light Heavyweight
Timur Bibilov vs. Joshua Wasike – Light Heavyweight
Akhmadshokh Makhmadshoevs vs. Artem Pugach – Middleweight
Albina Moldazhanova vs. Nuriyat Alibekova – Women’s Flyweight
Last Updated on 04/16/2025
