On Sunday, June 8, 2025, Piazza Santa Croce in Florence will transform into an open-air arena for Leone Boxing Night – Inferno, a spectacular event that blends sports, culture, and tradition. Organized by Leone 1947 and Opi Since 82, in collaboration with Top Rank, the night promises to bring the electrifying world of professional boxing into one of Italy’s most iconic historical locations.

Main Event: Fabio Turchi vs Milans Volkovs – WBO Global Cruiserweight Title

The evening’s headliner features Florence’s own Fabio Turchi (24-3, 16 KOs), returning to his hometown to face Milans Volkovs (11-3-2, 6 KOs) from Latvia. Scheduled for ten rounds, the bout is for the WBO Global Cruiserweight Title — a prestigious belt that could launch Turchi back into the international spotlight.

Main Card Highlights: Grandelli, Rao, Dioual, and Balli

The main card will showcase two more high-stakes matchups:

– Francesco Grandelli (18-4-2, 4 KOs) takes on undefeated Florentine Simone Rao (11-0, 1 KO) in a thrilling featherweight contest. With both fighters in peak form, fans can expect a technical and high-paced clash.

– Othmane Dioual (9-2-1, 2 KOs) will face Leonardo Balli (10-1-2, 3 KOs), another hometown fighter, for the WBC International Silver Super Middleweight Title. It’s a crucial fight for both men’s futures.

Undercard: Rising Talents Ready to Shine

The event’s undercard will feature promising prospects from Italy and beyond, including:

– Hugo Micallef, Monaco’s rising junior welterweight
– Vincenzo La Femina, a talented featherweight from Italy
– Martina Righi, a key figure in Italian women’s boxing
– Raffaele Montella, an up-and-coming welterweight

Each undercard bout is set for six rounds and will help build the energy toward the night’s main attractions.

A Night Between Fire and Glory in the Heart of Florence

The choice of Piazza Santa Croce as the venue is no coincidence. Steeped in history and surrounded by timeless architecture, the square offers a powerful visual and emotional backdrop. The “Inferno” theme draws inspiration from Dante Alighieri’s Divine Comedy, with each bout symbolizing a fiery journey through challenges, sacrifice, and redemption. Inside the ring, every fighter will battle for glory like a soul emerging from the flames.

Event Details & Tickets

– Date: Sunday, June 8, 2025
– Location: Piazza Santa Croce, Florence
– Start Time: 8:00 PM (local time)
– Organizers: Leone 1947 – Opi Since 82 – Top Rank