The Briton is hoping maintain his momentum on American soil.
Ben Whittaker is set to fight in the United States for the first time this weekend, as he takes on Richard Rivera.
The rivals are lacing up their gloves on Saturday, June 27, at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.
Whittaker has quickly become one of boxing’s most talked-about talents.
His flashy style and growing profile have attracted attention on both sides of the Atlantic.
Rivera enters the contest determined to spoil Whittaker’s US debut.
The American will be looking to secure the biggest victory of his professional career thus far.
For Whittaker, victory would mark another significant step in his development.
It would also strengthen his position among the rising names in the light-heavyweight division.
The 29-year-old said: “I am really excited to make my American debut in the Big Apple on such a big card.
“I’ve got a lot of love for the American fans, and we’ve developed a great relationship over recent years, so I can’t wait to get out there and put on a spectacular performance for them.”
The 2020 Team GB Olympic silver medallist is out to assert his dominance stateside, but Rivera is promising a tough night.
His rival added: “The British are coming, the British are coming!”
“If Ben thinks he is going to my backyard to make a statement, history will repeat itself.”
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