Rising cruiserweight talent Roehrig signs with Zuffa Boxing

Lucas Roehrig: Rising cruiserweight talent signs with Zuffa Boxing and will fight on Sky Sports Top cruiserweight prospect Lucas Roehrig has signed with promotional powerhouse Zuffa Boxing and will fight on Sky Sports; Watch Johnny Fisher vs Michael Pirotton headline Zuffa Boxing 11 at the Copper Box Arena this Saturday live on Sky Sports Wednesday 23 September 2026 12:30, UK Lucas Roehrig has signed a promotional deal with Zuffa Boxing and will fight on Sky Sports. The cruiserweight talent, only 23 years old, has impressed in his rise through the cruiserweight ranks. He will fight next on Zuffa Boxing 12 at the Copper Box Arena on November 7, live on Sky Sports. His trainer and mentor is former world champion George Groves. Roehrig has been flawless so far in his professional career. - Fisher on fighting Wilder: 'I'm two fights away from the big time' - Cutler beat one McKenna, now he wants world champ brother - Not got Sky? Get Sky Sports or stream contract-free on NOW - Download Sky Sports app for expert analysis, video and more The young Londoner has won nine fights, never been defeated and has taken five of those wins inside the distance. Roehrig made his pro debut in 2024, halting former English champion Joel McIntyre in three rounds. Last year he shut out American prospect Brian Jones over six rounds. From then on, he's continued to box and beat opponents with winning records. His last two fights have been consecutive stoppage victories, over Adam Kolarik and Faton Tolaj, at York Hall. Roehrig is now joining a promotional powerhouse that has a strong cruiserweight stable, including Jai Opetaia, Chris Billam-Smith, Ryan Rozicki and more. Zuffa Boxing 11, headlined by Johnny Fisher vs Michael Pirotton, takes place this Saturday live on Sky Sports.