Frazer Clarke's Third Shot at British Heavyweight Glory
British boxer Frazer Clarke steps into the ring tonight for his third attempt to win the coveted British heavyweight title. The 34-year-old from Staffordshire faces Jeamie 'TKV' Tshikeva at the Vaillant Live in Derby, with the bout broadcast live on the BBC. This clash represents a pivotal moment for Clarke's career after two previous, unsuccessful challenges for the belt.
The Family and Business Behind the Fighter
Outside the ring, Frazer Clarke is a dedicated family man. His journey, from winning a gold medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games to a bronze at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, has been steadfastly supported by his girlfriend, Danni-Leigh Robinson. The couple are parents to three young children: a daughter named Mila, a son called Trent, and a newborn daughter, Honey. They often share glimpses of their family life on social media.
While supporting Clarke's boxing career and raising their children, Danni-Leigh is also a successful entrepreneur. She is the owner of D.R. Aesthetics, a beauty clinic specialising in beauty and hair treatments. With over 2,500 followers on Instagram, she uses her platform to promote her business and, crucially, to champion her partner. Her Instagram bio even features a direct link for fans to purchase tickets for Clarke's crucial fight tonight.
A Career-Defining Opportunity and a Painful Past
This title fight marks Clarke's third endeavour to capture the British heavyweight crown. His first two attempts were against Fabio Wardley. Their initial bout in March 2024 concluded in a draw, allowing Wardley to retain the title. The rematch seven months later proved devastating for Clarke, who suffered his first professional loss. He was defeated in the first round, sustaining a broken jaw and cheekbone.
Despite the brutal nature of that loss, the Wardley rematch reportedly earned Clarke a career-high purse of £264,000. His total net worth is estimated to be just over £1 million. Clarke has openly stated that a victory against Tshikeva could be transformative for his career.
In an interview with ESPN, Clarke reflected on the title's significance, saying, "The likes of Henry Cooper, Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury and Lennox Lewis have all held the British title belt and look at what they have done after they won it. It's like a coming of age, a natural progress and it's such a big deal." He added, "I know what the British title can do for a career and I'm just focusing on winning the fight versus TKV than thinking about future fights."
Following the loss to Wardley, Clarke returned to the ring in April 2025, securing a first-round victory against Ebenezer Tetteh. He acknowledged a period of waiting, stating, "I've had one comeback fight. I wish I had been busier but the promoter [Boxxer] had a situation going on so I have been waiting around and now I've finally got the opportunity." Tonight, that long-awaited opportunity arrives.
