Anthony Pettis Set to Face Indian Boxing Star Neeraj Goyat in January Showdown

Former UFC lightweight champion Anthony Pettis is scheduled to face Indian boxer Neeraj Goyat in a six-round super welterweight bout at 154 pounds on January 23. The event will be promoted by IPBL Boxing, sanctioned by the Indian Boxing Council, and supported by Most Valuable Promotions. Host cities under consideration include Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, and Chennai, with an official announcement expected in November.

Pettis holds a 1-1 professional boxing record, having previously defeated Roy Jones Jr. before losing to Chris Avila. He stated personal motivation to avenge his brother Sergio Pettis's March 2025 loss in India. Goyat enters the contest on a five-fight winning streak following his victory over Whindersson Nunes.