Mikkel Kessler is stepping back into the ring at 47 against Bernard Joseph on November 28, but convincing the public he can win another world Mikkel Kessler Faces Long Odds in Championship Chase @ Boxing News 24
Mikkel Kessler has officially announced his return to boxing at age 47 to face 36-year-old Bernard Joseph on November 28 at Brondby Hallen in Copenhagen. Promoter Kalle Sauerland announced the comeback event following Kessler's more than 13-year absence from the ring. Joseph enters the bout with a professional record of 12 wins, 4 losses, and 1 draw.
Boxing News 24 argues that Kessler faces unrealistic odds in chasing another world championship after such an extended layoff. The outlet cautions that despite ticket demand in Denmark, Kessler's age, past injuries, and untested stamina pose significant risks if he eventually faces higher-ranked contenders.
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