FORMER two-time world champion James DeGale is making a long-awaited return to the ring against Marcus Portman THIS WEEKEND! 'Chunky' last fought seven years ago, losing via unanimous decision to Chris Eubank Jr in London. Now, the 40-year-old returns to…

Former two-time super-middleweight world champion James DeGale is returning to the boxing ring to fight Marcus Portman on Saturday, September 26. The unsanctioned bout will take place at The Halls at the University of Wolverhampton, with the main card beginning at 6pm BST. The event, presented under Andy Sahota's new REIGN promotion, will be broadcast exclusively on TalkSPORT boxing.
The 40-year-old DeGale last boxed professionally in 2019, when he was defeated by Chris Eubank Jr. His opponent, 45-year-old former English welterweight champion Marcus Portman, has not competed professionally in 15 years. The event's undercard features several matchups, including Frankie Gavin against Steve Saville and Idris Virgo facing USA Saiyan.
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