What time and TV channel is Michael Conlan v Jack Bateson tonight? Live stream, fight card and ringwalk time

Michael Conlan is set to face Jack Bateson in a WBC international featherweight title bout on Friday night, with the fight taking place in Dublin

Belfast boxer Michael Conlan is preparing to face off against Jack Bateson for the WBC international featherweight title, marking a first-time bid for a WBC belt for both fighters.

Belfast-born Conlan, with roots in Drimnagh, Dublin courtesy of his father, holds an impressive 19-3 record. Having transitioned from amateur to professional boxing in 2017, Conlan has steadily climbed the ranks, culminating in a world title shot in 2022.

Despite a rough patch that saw him suffer back-to-back knockout losses to Luis Alberto Lopez and Jordan Gill in 2023, the 33 year old bounced back with a points victory over Asad Asif Khan and is now eyeing another shot at a world title.

His adversary, Bateson hails from Leeds and steps into the ring with a record of 20 wins, one loss and a draw, six of which were knockout victories. The 31 year old’s last bout ended in a technical draw against Danny Quartermaine in Sheffield, after both fighters sustained serious injuries from an accidental head clash during the second round.

Here’s your complete guide to the upcoming match, including where to watch it, when it starts and the full roster of fighters on the undercard.

Conlan vs Bateson fight date, start time.

The much-anticipated clash between Conlan and Bateson is slated for Friday, 5th September. Live coverage is set to kick off at 9pm BST, with their ringwalk estimated around 10pm, although timings may vary.

Where will Conlan vs Bateson take place?

The showdown is set to take place at Dublin’s 3Arena. The venue, which can seat up to 9,300 spectators, will host Conlan’s first professional fight in Dublin.

The bout will be a 12-round contest in the Super Featherweight division, with a weight limit of 130 pounds (9.3 stone or 59 kg).

Where can you catch Conlan vs Bateson?

The match will be broadcast live on Channel 5 for viewers in the UK and Ireland. Boxing enthusiasts can also stream the action online via Sky Go, NOW TV, or Channel 5’s on-demand service.

For those tuning in from the US, the match can be streamed on Triller, which requires a subscription.

Who else is on the bill?

Former WBC flyweight champion Charlie Edwards tops the undercard, as he drops back down in weight after a stint at bantamweight to face Salvador Juarez in a 10-round battle for the vacant WBC International super flyweight title.

Mexico’s Suarez has only tasted defeat twice in his last 10 bouts, despite facing less than stellar competition. The 32 year old was knocked out in nine rounds by Argi Cortes last August, before bouncing back to secure an unexpected split decision victory against the previously unbeaten Ryusei Morikawi last December.