Ellie Bouttell is bracing for a hostile reception when she faces Francesca Hennessy in a world-title eliminator at London's Copper Box Arena on Saturday. The unbeaten pair both made weight, with Bouttell weighing in at 8st 5lb and Hennessy at 8st 5.6lb. The event will be broadcast live on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer, with the winner becoming the mandatory challenger for Cherneka Johnson's WBC belt.

Hennessy, appearing in her first main event, has promised her best performance. Bouttell, who now lives in Shanghai, expects to be booed by fans. The 29-year-old, a Cambridge University graduate, has a record of seven wins and one draw. Hennessy, 21, boasts a perfect professional record with seven wins. Gradus Kraus and Boris Crighton will also compete in the co-main event.

This bout marks a significant moment for both fighters. For Bouttell, it's a homecoming of sorts, fighting in the UK for the first time as a professional. The undercard action begins at 18:00 GMT on BBC iPlayer, with the main event coverage starting at 20:00 GMT on BBC Two. Boxing fans are eager to see who will emerge victorious.

Hennessy's speed and technique are often praised, while Bouttell's resilience and power have been her strengths. The winner will be one step closer to a world title shot. Both fighters have a lot to prove. It's an all-British clash with high stakes. Boxing fans should be in for a treat.