MMA & Boxing · Boxing · 2026

Date & time

11 Jul 2026, 16:30

Round

71

Venue

Porsche-Arena

Location

Stuttgart, Germany

An emotional atmosphere of historic significance takes over the Porsche-Arena as German boxing icon and five-time world champion Felix Sturm makes his final walk to the squared circle for a highly anticipated light heavyweight retirement fight against dangerous pressure-fighter Granit Stein. The primary hurdle for the 47-year-old veteran is shaking off the physical constraints of age while managing the relentless forward momentum of an opponent 14 years his junior who has stepped up in weight for the opportunity of a lifetime. The objective for Sturm is to rely on his legendary technical pedigree and masterclass jab to dictate the range, establishing control from the center of the ring to secure a victorious farewell in front of a sold-out Stuttgart crowd. Strategically, the goal of this 10-round headline attraction is concluding a historic 25-year career on his own terms rather than fading away quietly, ensuring the fans get a genuinely competitive showcase. Concurrently, the mission for Stein is to embrace his role as the ultimate spoiler, using heavy volume punching and relentless activity to disrupt the legend's retirement party and launch himself into global prominence.