Kevin Saszik faces Patrick Schaefer in a heavyweight undercard bout on the Agit Kabayel vs. Damian Knyba card. This matchup pits the undefeated Saszik, a rising German prospect with decision-heavy wins, against the more experienced Schaefer, who brings knockout power but carries a single loss. As local fighters from Germany, expect a crowd-pleasing affair in Oberhausen, though Saszik’s technical edge could prove decisive. This is their first meeting, adding unpredictability to the clash.
Venue Location
Rudolf Weber Arena, Oberhausen, Germany. This multi-purpose venue, known for hosting major boxing events, has a capacity of around 12,000 and provides an electric atmosphere for European cards.
Ringwalks begin 2:00 PM ET (8:00 PM CET local time). The event will be broadcast live on DAZN, with the undercard likely starting earlier in the afternoon ET.
Injury Report
No injuries have been reported for either fighter leading up to the bout. Both Saszik and Schaefer appear to be entering the fight at full health, based on available updates. Any last-minute changes could impact the odds, but as of now, the matchup proceeds without concerns.
Fighter Matchups
This heavyweight contest features two German boxers with contrasting styles.
Saszik, 9-0-0 with at least 3 KOs (33% KO rate), is a disciplined fighter who relies on volume punching and footwork to outpoint opponents over the distance. At around 6’4″ (estimated), he uses his reach to control range but has gone to decisions in most recent outings.
Schaefer, 11-1-0 with 9 KOs (82% KO rate), brings explosive power and a 6’6.5″ frame with orthodox stance. Nicknamed “Hightower,” he leverages his height for devastating hooks and uppercuts but showed vulnerability in his lone loss via decision.
Key dynamics:
Power vs. Technique: Schaefer’s knockout threat could end it early if he closes distance, but Saszik’s durability (never stopped) favors a points win.
Experience Edge: Schaefer has more pro fights and rounds (27 total), potentially wearing down Saszik in later rounds.
Home Advantage: Both are German, but the Oberhausen crowd may lean toward the undefeated Saszik.
The fight is scheduled for 8-10 rounds, typical for undercard heavyweights.
Recent Form
| Fighter | Record | KO% | Last Fight | Form Notes |
| Kevin Saszik | 9-0-0 | 33% | Dec 21, 2024: UD win vs. Oliver Althof (10 rds) | Undefeated streak with 4 straight wins since 2023; excels in decisions but showed finishing ability with a TKO in Feb 2024. Consistent activity, fighting 3 times in 2024. |
| Patrick Schaefer | 11-1-0 | 82% | Sep 25, 2025: W vs. Emre Altintas | Rebounded with 3 consecutive wins after 2023 loss; high KO rate highlights power, but inactivity (only 3 fights since 2023) could be a factor. |
Saszik’s Recent Fights:
Dec 21, 2024: UD vs. Oliver Althof
Jun 2, 2024: UD vs. Halim Haxhijaj
Feb 18, 2024: TKO1 vs. Christoph Huth
Mar 4, 2023: UD vs. Toni Visic
Schaefer’s Recent Fights:
Sep 25, 2025: W vs. Emre Altintas
Nov 24, 2024: W vs. Alex Kmet
Aug 23, 2024: W vs. Ferenc Zsalek
Apr 23, 2023: L (Decision) vs. Danijal Alagic
Mar 23, 2023: W vs. Nikola Mrda
Saszik enters on a hot streak of decisions against solid opposition, while Schaefer’s power surge post-loss makes him dangerous.
Fight History
This is the first professional meeting between Saszik and Schaefer. No amateur or prior encounters have been documented, making it a fresh matchup without historical precedents. Both fighters have primarily competed in Germany against European-level opponents, with no overlapping rivals in their records.
Betting Trends
Limited data for this bout due to its undercard status, but trends favor Saszik: Heavy favorites like Saszik (-800+) have won 85% of similar heavyweight matchups in the last 5 years, though upsets occur in 15-20% via KO. Schaefer has been a profitable underdog in past fights, covering in 3 of 4 as +300 or higher.
Overall, European undercards see 60% of fights go over 6.5 rounds, but no O/U is posted here.
FIGHT ODDS
Patrick Schaefer + 500
Kevin Saszik – 900
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, January 9, 2025
