Emanuel Navarrete is set to face O’Shaquie Foster in a highly anticipated super-featherweight championship unification bout on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The match will take place at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas, as part of a weekend filled with major boxing events on DAZN.
Navarrete, who holds the WBO and IBF titles, will go up against Foster, the WBC champion. The victor will leave the ring with three significant world championships at 130 pounds, making this matchup one of the most significant of the weekend.
Navarrete is recognized as one of Mexico’s top boxing talents, having secured world titles in three weight classes. His aggressive style and knockout power have gained him a substantial following. Foster, on the other hand, is a two-time world champion with a strong track record against several top contenders in the division.
Event Details for Navarrete vs. Foster
The fight schedule is as follows:
- Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Venue: Frost Bank Center, San Antonio, Texas, USA
- DAZN Broadcast: 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT on Saturday
- UK Broadcast: 1 AM BST on Sunday, October 25
- How to Watch: Available on DAZN with a subscription
The main event’s exact start time will depend on the duration of the preliminary fights. The undercard includes other matches such as Albert Gonzalez vs. Edward Vazquez in featherweight, and a super-lightweight contest featuring Frank Martin.
In addition to Navarrete vs. Foster, boxing fans can look forward to another title fight featuring Dalton Smith, who will defend his WBC super-lightweight championship against Alberto Puello. This matchup will take place at the Utilita Arena in Sheffield, England, on the same day.
Smith has a perfect record of 19 wins, with 14 of those victories coming by knockout. Puello previously held a championship title in the same division, adding more intrigue to this matchup.
Details for Smith vs. Puello
- Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Venue: Utilita Arena, Sheffield, UK
- Estimated Main Event Start: Approximately 10 PM BST
- How to Watch: DAZN, with an eligible subscription
Meanwhile, the Rajadamnern World Series will host an event on the same day in Bangkok, featuring a title unification fight in the featherweight division between Narak and Mungkornlek.
The fighting schedule for this weekend also includes the Hitman Fight League – YOKKAO 53, taking place in London, which will feature various bouts including a YOKKAO Lightweight World Championship match.
All events are available for viewing on DAZN, which offers options for both subscription-based and free viewing in certain territories. Fans should verify their local DAZN availability for specific access details and subscription requirements.
