Get those gloves up.
The Esports World Cup has been in full-swing with teams winning multiple rounds and getting closer to that life-changing prize pot.
One of the biggest gaming events in the world, the Esports World Cup has a wide array of accompanying events such as the recently concluded Riyadh Film Music Festival.
Add to that, the explosive bouts and dramatic results of the EWC fight week.
The week commenced on Tuesday, August 12 and will feature not one, but two headline fights.
Handled by Riyadh Season, the boxers for all bouts have arrived in the Saudi capital and are set to go through open practice and a press conference before the main event.
EWC fight week 2025
The fight week is one of the many parallel events running with the Esports World Cup. The week will end with an all-out brawl as five different fights light up Hittin with its quick jabs and tags.
The Esports World Cup has been welcoming gaming fans from across the world to Boulevard City Square 2. Complete with a Jameel Motorsports section and an Aramco Sim Racing Arena, the former Riyadh Season zone is constantly packed with teams and their supporters from 4pm to 4am.
EWC fight week 2025 location
All five fights will be held at the ANB Arena in Hittin.
EWC fight week 2025 dates
The fighters are set to do an open workout on Wednesday, August 13 before the final bout of Saturday, August 16.
EWC fight week 2025 tickets
Tickets for the fight are still available on webook.com but are selling fast so hurry up and get yours now. Tickets start from SAR50.
EWC fight week 2025 what to expect
Heavyweight fireworks are set to light up Riyadh as rising star Moses Itauma steps into the ring with battle-tested veteran Dillian Whyte in an all-British clash that promises big punches and bigger drama. It’s youth versus experience, unbeaten swagger versus comeback grit, and you are in for a ringside treat.
The showdown is part of a stacked card, which packs in plenty of action beyond the main event. Expect thrills from Nick Ball vs. Sam Goodman, Anthony Cacace vs. Ray Ford, and a heavyweight slugfest between David Adeleye and Filip Hrgovic. Plus, Japanese sensation Hayato Tsutsumi will test his skills against Britain’s Qais Ashfaq in a bout that could steal the spotlight.
More cool things to do in Riyadh
Looking to do something in September to take a break from the new Saudi academic year? The Riyadh Comedy Festival is set to debut with over 50 of the best comedians in the world including Chris Tucker, Pete Davidson, Kevin Hart, and more.
From SAR50. Sat Aug 16. ANB Arena, Hittin, webook.com.
