MGM Conference Center, MGM Grand - Carlos Takam (38-5-1, 28 KOs) vs. Jerry Forrest (26-3, 20 KOs) - 10 Rounds, Heavyweight. (photos by Mikey Williams)

Takam has been at, or near, the top of the heavyweight hierarchy for the past decade. He is a former world title challenger who has won three fights in a row and is seeking another championship opportunity at the age of 39.

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A 2004 Olympian for his native Cameroon, Takam, who is co-promoted by Joe DeGuardia’s Star Boxing, has wins over former world title challengers Michael Grant and Tony Thompson.

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Forrest has suffered only one defeat since 2014, a controversial split decision against Jermaine Franklin last July. The winner of this main event will take a seismic step forward in the heavyweight landscape.

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