Cacace set to defend WBA title against Ball in Belfast on December 19
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 10:09 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Anthony Cacace will face Nick Ball in his first defense of the WBA super-featherweight world title at The O2 in Belfast on December 19. Cacace, a 37-year-old from Belfast, won the title in March after defeating James 'Jazza' Dickens. Ball, coming off a loss to Brandon Figueroa in February, seeks to become a two-weight champion and has a record of 23 wins, one loss, and one draw. Both fighters express confidence in providing a competitive bout, with Cacace highlighting the festive atmosphere in Belfast during the fight.
- •Cacace won the WBA title from Dickens in March.
- •Ball aims to reclaim momentum after his recent title loss.
- •The fight will take place in Belfast on December 19.
- •Cacace has a professional record of 25 wins and one loss.
- •Ball seeks to become a two-weight champion.
- 10:09 PMYahoo Sports — Cacace to face Ball in Belfast world title defence
- 10:09 PMBBC Sport — Cacace to face Ball in Belfast world title defence
"Anthony Cacace will make the first defence of his WBA super-featherweight world title against Nick Ball at The 02 in Belfast on 19 December.
"Anthony Cacace will make the first defence of his WBA super-featherweight world title against Nick Ball at The 02 in Belfast on 19 December.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 10:09 PMCacace to face Ball in Belfast world title defence
Anthony Cacace will make the first defence of his WBA super-featherweight world title against Nick Ball at The 02 in Belfast on 19 December.
- BBC SportAug 29, 2026, 10:09 PMCacace to face Ball in Belfast world title defence
Anthony Cacace will make the first defence of his WBA super-featherweight world title against Nick Ball at The 02 in Belfast on 19 December.
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