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SA boxer Kevin Lerena challenges heavyweight ranks against undefeated Aussie in Saudi bout

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South African boxer Kevin Lerena wins in a bout. (James Gradidge/Gallo Images)
South African boxer Kevin Lerena wins in a bout. (James Gradidge/Gallo Images)

South African boxer Kevin Lerena is confident he can overcome undefeated Australian heavyweight Justis Huni in Friday's bout at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh.

The 10-round bout in the Saudi Arabian capital will be in the undercard line-up for the 'Knockout Chaos', which is headlined by the Anthony Joshua v Francis Nganou heavyweight showdown.

Lerena last fought in November when he defeated Germany's Senad Gashi by a unanimous decision at the Double Down tournament at Emperors Palace in Kempton Park.

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