Ben Whittaker vs Braian Suarez: A Thrilling Light Heavyweight Clash in Liverpool
This Saturday, boxing fans are in for a treat as Ben Whittaker steps into the ring against Braian Suarez at the M&S Arena in Liverpool. The highly anticipated light heavyweight bout will be streamed live on DAZN, marking a significant event in a packed schedule of boxing action. Whittaker, aged 28, is widely regarded as one of the sport's most exciting prospects, and this match promises to showcase his skills on a prominent stage.
Fight Details and Undercard Highlights
Whittaker, with an impressive record of 10 wins, 0 losses, and 1 draw, including 7 knockouts, enters this fight following a first-round knockout victory over Benjamin Gavazi in his Matchroom debut last November. He replaces WBO champion Callum Smith, who withdrew due to a training injury. His opponent, Argentine fighter Braian Suarez, boasts a record of 21 wins and 4 losses, with 20 knockouts, and is coming off a second-round TKO win against Sergio Santos Dantas in November.
The undercard features several compelling matchups, including Molly McCann vs Ashleigh Johnson in the junior featherweight division, Joe McGrail vs Aaron Hayden also in junior featherweight, and Leo Atang vs Viktor Chvarkou in a heavyweight contest. Coverage is set to begin at 7pm, with the ring walks for Whittaker and Suarez scheduled for approximately 9.20pm.
DAZN's Comprehensive PPV Subscription Package
This event is part of a broader lineup of high-profile fights available through DAZN's new Ultimate subscription. Traditionally, viewers would need to purchase each pay-per-view event separately, but DAZN now offers an all-inclusive package. Subscribers gain access to multiple PPV bouts, including David Benavidez vs Zurdo Ramirez on May 2, Fabio Wardley vs Daniel Dubois on May 9, and Oleksandr Usyk vs Rico Verhoeven on May 23.
The DAZN Ultimate plan costs £24.99 per month for a 12-month contract or £249.99 if paid annually upfront, saving subscribers over £300 compared to buying individual PPVs. This subscription includes more than 185 fight nights per year from promoters like Queensbury, Matchroom, and Misfits, along with at least 12 PPV events. Additionally, it provides boxing magazine programmes, documentaries, behind-the-scenes footage, and press conferences.
Enhanced Viewing Experience and Additional Content
Subscribers to DAZN Ultimate can enjoy an enhanced viewing experience with HDR and Dolby 5.1 surround sound on selected events. Football enthusiasts are also catered to, with every Serie A match available, plus highlights from La Liga, Bundesliga, and the Saudi Pro League. For those not opting for the Ultimate plan, a standard DAZN subscription from £15.99 per month allows access to Whittaker vs Suarez, while the Wardley vs Dubois and Usyk vs Verhoeven PPVs are priced at £24.99 each.
All these bouts will stream exclusively on DAZN, meaning they will not be broadcast on platforms like Sky Sports or TNT Sports. This exclusive arrangement underscores DAZN's growing influence in the boxing broadcasting landscape, offering fans a centralized hub for major fights throughout the year.
