Frazer Clarke vs. Jeamie Tshikeva – Full Fight Card Summary
A Night of Upsets in Derby
On November 29, 2025, British boxing fans witnessed a seismic shift in the heavyweight division as Jeamie “TKV” Tshikeva stunned Olympic bronze medallist Frazer Clarke to capture the vacant British heavyweight title. The bout headlined a stacked card at the Vaillant Live Arena in Derby, England, and delivered drama from start to finish.
Main Event: Tshikeva Stuns Clarke
- Result: Jeamie Tshikeva def. Frazer Clarke — Split Decision (115-113, 115-112, 112-115)
- Significance: Clarke was widely expected to claim the Lord Lonsdale belt, but Tshikeva’s relentless pressure and sharper combinations swayed the judges. The upset not only derailed Clarke’s momentum but also elevated Tshikeva as a legitimate force in the British heavyweight scene.
Co-Main Event: Francesca Hennessy Dominates
- Result: Francesca Hennessy def. Fabiana Bytyqi — Unanimous Decision (100-90 x3)
- Highlights: Hennessy showcased her technical prowess, controlling the pace and landing clean shots throughout. Bytyqi struggled to find openings, and the scorecards reflected Hennessy’s dominance.
Undercard Highlights
- Jack Massey def. Ivan Gabriel Garcia — TKO Round 4 (0:50)
Massey’s power was on full display as he dismantled Garcia with a flurry of punches, forcing the referee’s stoppage. - Joel Kodua def. Bobby Dalton — Unanimous Decision (97-94, 98-92, 97-93)
Kodua’s sharp jab and ring control earned him a convincing win over Dalton. - Bradley Goldsmith def. Jordan Dujon — Points (79-73)
Goldsmith’s steady work rate and clean counters secured him the victory. - Scott Melvin def. Harvey Sturton — Points (59-55)
Melvin impressed with his composure, outboxing Sturton across six rounds. - Josh Rose def. Jorge Luis Huerta Balleza — Points (60-54)
Rose pitched a shutout, dominating every round with crisp combinations.
What This Means for British Boxing
The Clarke–Tshikeva result reverberates across the heavyweight division. Clarke, once touted as a future world title contender, now faces questions about his trajectory. Meanwhile, Tshikeva’s victory positions him as a fresh face in the British heavyweight landscape, with the Lord Lonsdale belt now firmly in his grasp.
For fans, the Derby card was a reminder of boxing’s unpredictability — where reputations can crumble and careers can be reborn in a single night.
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