Jade Jones faces Sheena Bathory for Misfits title in September
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 8:43 AM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Jade Jones will fight Sheena Bathory for the Misfits super middleweight title on 12 September in Newcastle. Jones, a two-time Olympic taekwondo champion, has won both her boxing matches since transitioning to the sport, including a notable stoppage victory in June. Bathory, an MMA fighter, also secured a win in June, leading to her challenge for Jones in the ring. The matchup is part of an event that features other bouts, promoting sports entertainment.
- •Jones has won two boxing matches since her debut.
- •Bathory challenged Jones after her victory in June.
- •The bout is scheduled for 12 September in Newcastle.
- •It will take place on the undercard of another fight.
- •Misfits promotes a unique format in combat sports.
- 8:43 AMYahoo Sports — Jones to face Bathory for Misfits title
"Two-time Olympic taekwondo champion Jade Jones will fight Sheena Bathory for the Misfits super middleweight title in Newcastle on 12 September.
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