Boxing Match Preview: Jazza Dickens (36-5-0, 15 KOs) vs. Anthony Cacace (24-1-0, 9 KOs)

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The upcoming Queensberry Promotions card, headlined by a WBA World Super Featherweight (130 lbs / junior lightweight) title fight, features champion Jazza “Jazza” Dickens defending his belt against former champion Anthony “The Apache” Cacace. This 12-round main event is scheduled for Saturday, March 14, 2026, at the 3Arena in Dublin, Ireland. The venue on North Wall Quay is a premier arena with a capacity of approximately 13,000, set to deliver an electric atmosphere during St. Patrick’s Day weekend, boosted by strong Irish support and the card’s all-British Isles flavor. The undercard begins around 3:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM GMT (local time), with the main DAZN broadcast starting at approximately 2:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM GMT, and ringwalks for Dickens vs. Cacace expected near 5:00-6:00 PM ET / 10:00-11:00 PM GMT (subject to card flow; U.S. viewers note the 3:00 PM ET start for coverage).

Injury Report

  • Jazza Dickens: No reported injuries. Dickens has maintained consistent health post his 2025 title-winning run, with no setbacks or withdrawals in recent media or camp updates.
  • Anthony Cacace: No current injuries noted. Cacace’s last fight was in May 2025, with a nine-month layoff since, but no health concerns or issues have been reported leading into this matchup.

Fighter Matchups and Breakdown

This WBA super featherweight title clash is a high-level matchup between a resurgent champion and a proven former titleholder. Dickens (37) brings southpaw power (42% KO rate), durability, and a late-career surge, having captured the belt in stunning fashion. Cacace (age ~33-34) counters with elite experience, slick southpaw boxing, high-level wins, and finishing ability (38% KO rate). Both southpaws stand at similar heights (Dickens ~5’5″/165 cm, Cacace ~5’10″/178 cm with reach advantage ~180 cm vs. Dickens’ ~160 cm), potentially favoring Cacace in range but Dickens in inside exchanges and pressure.

FighterAgeRecordHeight/Reach (approx.)StanceFight Style Highlights
Jazza Dickens3736-5-0 (15 KOs)~5’5″ / 160 cmSouthpawVeteran southpaw with power (42% KO rate); durable chin; high-volume pressure; late-career renaissance with big wins; excels in come-from-behind scenarios.
Anthony Cacace~33-3424-1-0 (9 KOs)~5’10” / 180 cmSouthpawElite southpaw boxer-puncher; slick movement, counters, and durability; former IBF/IBO champ; strong against top names but occasional layoff concerns.

Recent Form

  • Jazza Dickens: Dickens has enjoyed a remarkable 2025 resurgence, going unbeaten with key victories that earned him the WBA strap. He’s 3-0 in recent high-profile bouts, blending stoppages and decisions.

Recent Fights:

  • Jul 2, 2025: Win vs. Albert Batyrgaziev (KO/TKO R4, WBA Interim Super Featherweight title, Istanbul).
    • Feb 15, 2025: Win vs. Zelfa Barrett (Unanimous Decision, Manchester).
    • Prior 2025/2024: Wins building momentum toward world-title contention.
  • Anthony Cacace: Cacace has been dominant in recent outings, with high-profile wins before his layoff. He’s 3-0 in his last three (approximate), showcasing power against former champs.

Recent Fights:

  • May 10, 2025: Win vs. Leigh Wood (TKO R8/9, IBO Super Featherweight title, Nottingham).
    • 2024/2025: Wins including vs. Josh Warrington (decision) and prior IBF title win over Joe Cordina (2024).
    • Layoff since May 2025, but strong form entering.

Fight History

This is the first professional encounter between Dickens and Cacace—no prior head-to-head or shared opponents of major note. Dickens’ career (debut ~2008) includes multiple world-title shots before his 2025 breakthrough. Cacace (debut ~2010) has a decorated resume with IBF/IBO reigns and big domestic wins, making this a true 50-50 clash of styles and experience.

FIGHT ODDS

Jazza Dickens                     + 210

Anthony Cacace                – 280

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, March 13, 2026

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