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Adam Azim Returns to Wembley to Face Veteran Steve Claggett

A BBC-televised win in Saturday’s main event could move the unbeaten young Brit closer to a world-title shot.

Overview

  • The fight is scheduled for Saturday, May 30, 2026, at OVO Arena Wembley with UK coverage on BBC Two and streaming on BBC iPlayer and broadcasters reporting early-evening build-up with ring walks expected around 9:00–9:30pm UK time.
  • Azim enters unbeaten at 14-0 with 11 knockouts and is making his return after a spell out of the ring and a cancelled January IBF No.2 eliminator with Gustavo Lemos because both fighters suffered hand injuries.
  • Claggett is a seasoned Canadian professional (reported 40-8-2) who went the distance with Teofimo Lopez in June 2024 and is presented as a durable, experienced step-up opponent for Azim.
  • The scheduled 12-round super-lightweight main event sits atop a full undercard and the national BBC broadcast gives Azim significant exposure on a mainstream platform.
  • Promoters and pundits say a victory could put Azim in position for a world-title chance later in the year, and coverage has also highlighted his off-ring profile, including recent acting lessons and his actress wife Duaa Karim.