ZUFFA BOXING 11
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FIGHT PREVIEW
Johnny Fisher vs Michael Pirotton headlines Zuffa Boxing 11 at the Copper Box Arena in London on Saturday, 26 September 2026, with the British heavyweight making his Zuffa Boxing debut in a scheduled 10-round contest. Sky Sports will broadcast the event in the UK.
Fisher enters at 14-1 with 12 knockout wins, while Belgian heavyweight Pirotton is 12-2 with six stoppages. The betting market makes Fisher a substantial favourite, but his short outright price means bettors may want to look beyond the basic fight-winner market.
This our fight preview covers the latest Johnny Fisher vs Michael Pirotton odds, our prediction, potential betting angles, the tale of the tape, UK start time, TV details and the complete Zuffa Boxing 11 card.
OUR PREDICTION
Fisher's power remains the most significant weapon in the matchup, but Pirotton's height and durability could make this a more measured contest. We expect Fisher to apply increasing pressure as the rounds progress.
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TALE OF THE TAPE
BETTING MARKET
Fisher is a clear favourite in the pre-fight market. At the latest check, the best available fight-winner price was 1/10 on Fisher, with Pirotton available at 10/1 and the draw at 25/1. Prices can move before the opening bell.
At fractional odds of 1/10, Fisher's price corresponds to a raw implied probability of approximately 90.9% before accounting for the bookmaker margin. That illustrates just how one-sided the outright market currently is.
| Market | Johnny Fisher | Michael Pirotton |
|---|---|---|
| To Win | 1/10 best available | 10/1 best available |
| Win by KO/TKO | 4/7 | 14/1 |
| Win by Decision | 11/4 | 22/1 |
Odds correct at the time of the latest update and subject to change. Always confirm the price and market terms with the bookmaker before betting.
Fisher: 1/10 · Pirotton: 10/1
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ANALYSIS
The most obvious argument for Fisher is his power. Twelve of his 14 professional victories have come inside the distance, and his best performances have generally arrived when he can establish forward pressure, set his feet and force opponents to deal with a heavy right hand.
There is also a reason not to reduce this matchup to Fisher's knockout percentage. The two Dave Allen fights demonstrated some of the weaknesses that can appear when Fisher cannot impose himself immediately. Fisher won their first meeting by a controversial split decision after being dropped, before Allen stopped him in the fifth round of their May 2025 rematch.
Fisher returned against Ivan Balaz in December 2025 and eventually scored three knockdowns en route to a fourth-round stoppage. It was not completely comfortable, however: Fisher was badly hurt during the opening round before recovering and taking control.
Pirotton therefore has a reasonably clear tactical objective. At 6ft 5in, the Belgian has the dimensions to make Fisher work his way into range rather than simply marching forward behind power punches. If he can keep the contest long, disrupt Fisher's rhythm and punish overly aggressive entries, he may be able to extend the favourite beyond the early rounds.
Durability is another important variable. Pirotton has gone through his first 14 professional fights without being dropped, and both of his defeats came on points. That does not eliminate Fisher's stoppage threat. His power remains the most significant weapon in the matchup, while Pirotton's 12-2 record contains fewer opponents with Fisher's combination of physical strength and finishing ability.
Our expectation is therefore a more measured contest than Fisher's shortest nights, with the Brit applying increasing pressure as the rounds progress.
OUR PREDICTIONJohnny Fisher by late KO/TKO
POTENTIAL BETTING ANGLEFisher by KO/TKO rather than the very short outright moneyline, provided the method-of-victory price offers a meaningful premium.
CONFIDENCECautious
The central question is not whether Fisher deserves favouritism – the current market clearly believes he does – but whether the available price adequately reflects Pirotton's durability and Fisher's recent defensive vulnerability.
BETTING TIPS
Odds: 1/10 best available
Bookmaker: Cosmobet at the latest UK comparison check
Fisher is the understandable favourite on record, power and home advantage, but 1/10 leaves little room for error. A £10 stake at 1/10 returns £11 in total if successful, including the original stake. For that reason, the straight moneyline is more useful as an indication of market expectation than as the most attractive standalone betting angle.
View Latest Odds ›Odds: 4/7
Bookmaker: MyStake
If backing Fisher, the method-of-victory market may offer a more interesting price than the 1/10 moneyline. He has recorded 12 stoppages in 14 professional wins. The counterargument is significant: Pirotton has not previously been dropped as a professional.
The our view is that a patient Fisher stoppage in the middle or later rounds is more plausible than an immediate blowout.
View Method-of-Victory Odds ›Odds: 4/6
Bookmaker: Freshbet
This angle fits both Pirotton's durability and the possibility that Fisher takes a more controlled approach after the adversity he experienced against Allen and Balaz. The bet is compatible with a later Fisher stoppage: the fight can clear 4.5 rounds without needing to reach the final bell.
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| Johnny Fisher | Michael Pirotton | |
|---|---|---|
| Nationality | British | Belgian |
| Record | 14-1 | 12-2 |
| KO wins | 12 | 6 |
| Division | Heavyweight | Heavyweight |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| Age | 27 | 30 |
| Height | 6ft 4in / 193cm | 6ft 5in / 196cm |
| Professional defeats by stoppage | 1 | 0 |
Fisher is one inch shorter but brings the significantly higher stoppage rate. His record is built around aggressive pressure and punching power, whereas Pirotton's dimensions and durability may be more relevant than his six knockouts suggest.
The matchup therefore rewards controlled pressure. Fisher does not necessarily benefit from following Pirotton around the ring while loading up on single power punches. Establishing the jab, attacking the body and taking away the Belgian's space should give him a more reliable route into range.
FIGHTER FORM
Fisher's professional record stands at 14-1 with 12 stoppage victories, and power remains the defining feature of his game. He is most effective moving forward, putting opponents under physical pressure and creating opportunities for his right hand once they are forced towards the ropes.
His recent career has also provided the most useful evidence of his limitations. Fisher climbed off the canvas to edge Dave Allen by split decision in December 2024, although the result was widely disputed. The immediate rematch produced a decisive answer: Allen hurt Fisher badly and stopped him in round five at the Copper Box Arena in May 2025.
Fisher returned seven months later against previously unbeaten Ivan Balaz in Monte Carlo. After being hurt in the first round, he recovered to drop Balaz three times and force a fourth-round stoppage.
He has since joined Zuffa Boxing, making the Pirotton fight his promotional debut and his third headline appearance at the Copper Box Arena. Those experiences make the tactical development of Fisher almost as interesting as the result itself. The power is established; the key is whether he can combine it with greater composure, defence and shot selection when an opponent survives his initial pressure.
THE OPPONENT
Michael Pirotton is a 30-year-old Belgian heavyweight from the Liège region who enters the biggest-profile fight of his career with a 12-2 record and six wins inside the distance.
At around 6ft 5in, Pirotton is slightly taller than Fisher and has spent much of his professional career competing in Belgium and the United States. The Fisher bout will be his first professional appearance in England.
Pirotton suffered decision defeats against unbeaten Piotr Lacz in April 2025 and Juan Alberts later that year, but returned with victories over Fernando Brito and Jiovani Sheik in 2026. He stopped Sheik in August, less than two months before the Fisher fight.
Perhaps the most relevant statistic for bettors is his durability. Pirotton had never been dropped through 14 professional fights when the matchup was announced. His route to making the contest competitive is more likely to involve controlling distance, forcing Fisher to reset and capitalising when the favourite squares up or overcommits.
FIGHT NIGHT
The exact main-event ring-walk time has not been officially fixed. Current scheduling estimates place it at approximately 22:00 BST, but that time can move depending on the duration of the preceding fights.
UK TV
UK viewers can watch Johnny Fisher vs Michael Pirotton live on Sky Sports on Saturday, 26 September. The main card is scheduled to begin at 19:00 BST, while Fisher and Pirotton are currently expected to make their ring walks at approximately 22:00 BST.
Because the main-event time depends on the undercard, viewers should check Sky Sports' schedule on fight day for the exact channel and latest start-time information rather than relying solely on the estimated ring walk.
UNDERCARD
The official Zuffa Boxing 11 card currently consists of ten bouts. The card remains subject to late medical withdrawals or opponent changes.
UK BOOKMAKERS
The table below compares current win-market prices from bookmakers carrying the bout. It is not a ranking of the operators themselves. Odds and promotions can change independently, so both should be confirmed before registration or betting.
| Bookmaker | Fisher Odds | Pirotton Odds | New Customer Offer | CTA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1/10 | 6/1 | 150% sports bonus up to £1,000 | View Odds |
 | 1/16 | 10/1 | 120% bonus up to 600£ | View Odds |
 | 3/50 | 15/2 | 100% sports bonus up to £ 500 | View Odds |
 | 7/100 | 13/2 | sport bonus up to £500 | View Odds |
Important: Promotional terms can change without notice. We recommend checking the operator's current terms, qualifying odds, eligible payment methods, free-bet expiry and market restrictions before opening an account.
FAQ
Johnny Fisher vs Michael Pirotton takes place on Saturday, 26 September 2026 at London's Copper Box Arena. The heavyweight contest is scheduled for 10 rounds and headlines Zuffa Boxing 11.
The preliminary card is scheduled to start at 17:00 BST, followed by the main card at 19:00 BST. Fisher vs Pirotton is currently expected at approximately 22:00 BST, although the precise ring-walk time depends on how long the earlier fights last.
The fight will take place at the Copper Box Arena in London. It will be Fisher's third headline appearance at the venue.
The event will be shown live on Sky Sports in the UK. Viewers should check the Sky Sports schedule closer to the event for the confirmed channel and final broadcast timings.
At the latest check, the best listed outright prices were 1/10 on Johnny Fisher and 10/1 on Michael Pirotton, with the draw available at 25/1. Odds can change at any time before or during the event.
Fisher enters Zuffa Boxing 11 with a professional record of 14 wins and one defeat, including 12 victories by knockout or technical knockout.
Pirotton enters the fight at 12-2 with six knockout victories. Both of his professional defeats have come by decision.
FINAL VERDICT
Johnny Fisher vs Michael Pirotton gives the British heavyweight an opportunity to begin his Zuffa Boxing run with a statement in front of a home crowd, but the matchup is more interesting than Fisher's very short moneyline might initially suggest.
The our prediction is Fisher by a later KO/TKO, with the method-of-victory market potentially more interesting than an outright price around 1/10. An over-rounds market may also merit comparison if bookmakers offer a suitable line.
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