Explosive Press Conference Sets Stage for British Heavyweight Title Fight

Chaos erupted at the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester as heavyweights Jeamie 'TKV' Tshikeva and David Adeleye nearly came to blows during Thursday's press conference ahead of their vacant British title fight this Saturday.

Table-Flipping Incident Steals the Show

The 31-year-old TKV violently overturned a table after Adeleye (28) taunted his team, comparing one member to comedian Harry Hill. Security intervened as both fighters had to be restrained, with promoter Frank Warren pleading for calm.

"This persona he's putting on, this bad-boy persona... we're both educated men," TKV shouted. "Are you an academic gangster? I don't know where this gangster persona comes from."

Adeleye fired back: "I'm going to hurt you, Jeamie, trust me" before pounding the table – the trigger for TKV's explosive reaction. The traditional face-off was cancelled after TKV stormed out.

Undercard Spotlight: Joyce vs. Hrgovic

In the co-main event:

• Joe Joyce (19-3) seeks redemption after three straight losses
• Filip Hrgovic (17-1) looks to rebound from June's defeat to Daniel Dubois

Both Olympic medalists predicted knockouts, with Joyce stating: "This win puts me back in world title contention."

Fight Details

• Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025
• Venue: Co-op Live Arena, Manchester
  gestures gloves.svg Broadcast: TNT Sports (UK)

The volatile build-up suggests fireworks when these heavyweights finally settle their score in the ring.