Venue: TBA (expected to be a U.K. or European card)
Broadcast: DAZN / ESPN+ (regional depending on promoter)
Scheduled Start Time: Approx. 5:30–6:00 PM ET (10:30–11:00 PM BST)
Weight Class: Super Welterweight (154 lbs)
Rounds: 10 rounds
This is a classic European crossroads fight between two rising contenders looking to break into the top‑25 world rankings. Both men are physical, aggressive, and stylistically made for a fan‑friendly matchup.
VENUE & CONDITIONS
The official venue is pending, but the fight is expected to be held in:
Indoor arena
Climate‑controlled environment
20’ x 20’ ring
Impact:
Neutral conditions
No altitude or humidity concerns
Favors pressure fighters (Noot)
Also benefits counter‑punchers (Aborod)
INJURY REPORT
Garth Noot
No reported injuries
Full camp underway
Known for rugged durability and high work rate
Fawaz Aborod
No current injuries
Past: minor rib soreness in 2024 (fully healed)
No layoffs or medical concerns
Conclusion: Both fighters enter healthy and fully prepared.
FIGHTER PROFILES & MATCHUP ANALYSIS
🇳🇱 GARTH NOOT
Record: 14–1 (9 KO) Age: 26 Height: 5’11” Style: Pressure boxer‑puncher Stance: Orthodox
Recent Form
KO win (2025)
UD win over tough journeyman (2025)
Only loss: close decision vs. ranked contender
Noot is a rugged, high‑volume pressure fighter who overwhelms opponents with pace and physicality. He’s improving technically and has shown better shot selection in recent fights.
Strengths
High output
Strong body punching
Excellent stamina
Durable chin
Youth and momentum
Weaknesses
Defense can be leaky
Sometimes predictable
Can be countered when coming forward
🇳🇬 FAWAZ ABOROD
Record: 13–0 (7 KO) Age: 25 Height: 5’10” Style: Technical counter‑puncher Stance: Orthodox
Recent Form
UD win (2025)
KO win (2025)
4‑fight winning streak
Aborod is a slick, patient boxer with excellent timing and counter‑punching ability. He’s calm under pressure and rarely wastes punches.
Strengths
Sharp jab
Clean footwork
Strong counter‑punching
Good ring IQ
Composed under fire
Weaknesses
Low output at times
Can be bullied by physical fighters
Hasn’t faced a relentless pressure fighter like Noot
HEAD‑TO‑HEAD MATCHUP BREAKDOWN
Power
Noot: 8.5/10
Aborod: 7/10 Edge: Noot
Speed
Noot: 8/10
Aborod: 8.5/10 Edge: Aborod
Defense
Noot: 7/10
Aborod: 8.5/10 Edge: Aborod
Ring IQ
Noot: 7.5/10
Aborod: 8.5/10 Edge: Aborod
Durability
Noot: 9/10
Aborod: 8/10 Edge: Noot
Momentum
Noot: Rising
Aborod: Rising Edge: Even
CAREER TRAJECTORIES
Garth Noot
Has beaten solid European veterans
A win puts him into top‑20 world ranking
A loss slows his rise but doesn’t derail it
Fawaz Aborod
Undefeated
Has beaten prospects and fringe contenders
A win puts him into title eliminator territory
A loss raises questions about physicality at higher levels
FIGHT ODDS
Garth Noot + 1800
Fawaz Aborode – 10000
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, May 8, 2026
