Lightweight title holder Jorge Linares will defend his title against Kevin Mitchell on May 30 in London according to Dab Rafael of espn.com.
In another world title bout on the card, revealed Thursday by Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn, featherweight titleholder Evgeny Gradovich will make his mandatory defense against Lee Selby as well as a fight between 2012 Olympic Gold medal winner Anthony Joshua taking on Kevin Johnson.
“This is a huge night for British boxing, and today’s announcement is just the beginning,” said Matchroom Sport Eddie Hearn. “I’m delighted to deliver shots for Kevin and Lee in the U.K. and they have every chance of becoming world champions on May 30.
“Linares is an incredible fighter, a three-weight world ruler, but Kevin has been exceptional with us and I truly believe he is going to do it,” said Hearn, who made a deal for the fight with Golden Boy Promotions, which represents Linares, and avoided a purse bid.
“Lee has been virtually punch-perfect over the last few years, but now it’s his moment against one of the best fighters in the division in Gradovich,” Hearn said.
“Kevin is a big step for Anthony Joshua and signifies his first real challenge in the pro ranks,” Hearn said. “He brings personality and attitude as well as plenty of ring craft. I’m buzzing for this show already, and fans can expect plenty of other major announcements for the card.”
