Davey Boy Smith Jr. vs. AJ Francis set for MLW in St Petersburg, FL July 12
Tickets available at MLWTampa.com
Tickets Now Available at MLWTampa.com
MLW today announced Davey Boy Smith Jr. vs. AJ Francis at the beIN SPORTS TV taping portion of MLW Blood & Thunder’24, from the Coliseum in St. Petersburg, FL on Friday, July 12.
Grab tickets at http://www.MLWTampa.com and Eventbrite starting at $15.
HOSS FIGHT ALERT!
Witness a colossal clash between two of the sport’s most formidable forces. On July 12, during the beIN SPORTS TV taping portion in St. Petersburg, Florida, fans will witness a hoss fight of epic proportions as Davey Boy Smith Jr. takes on AJ Francis in a first-time-ever encounter.
This highly anticipated bout will see Davey Boy Smith Jr., a 3rd generation grappler with an impressive pedigree, face the physically biggest opponent of his MLW career.
Standing across the ring will be AJ Francis, an NFL player turned pro wrestler whose raw power and imposing presence have made him a force to be reckoned with in the world of professional wrestling.
Key Points to Watch:
Hoss Fight Showdown: This is not just a match; it’s a battle of behemoths. Fans can expect an intense, hard-hitting battle between two walking scrappers known for their brute strength and size.
First-Time Ever Matchup: This big man bout marks the first time Davey Boy Smith Jr. and AJ Francis will face each other in the ring.
Power vs. Power: AJ Francis brings unmatched raw power to the ring, which will put Davey Boy Smith Jr.’s strength and endurance to the ultimate test.
Davey Boy’s Wrestling Pedigree: As a 2-time Opera Cup winner and former 2-time MLW World Tag Team Champion, Davey Boy Smith Jr. has a legacy to uphold. Coming off a big win over Timothy Thatcher in the opening round of the Opera Cup, his momentum is undeniable.
AJ Francis’ Challenge: Known for his high-profile fight at Battle RIOT in the Ritual Combat match, AJ Francis is drifting from his World Titan Federation affiliation, making his approach to this match even more intriguing. How will he respond to Davey Boy’s technical catch wrestling?
Intriguing Dynamics: Adding to the drama, the notorious WTF huckster promoter Saint Laurent, will be managing Davey Boy Smith Jr. in this bout, further heightening the tension.
This match promises to be a spectacular display of raw power, and sheer will. Fans in attendance at the St. Petersburg Coliseum and those watching on beIN SPORTS are in for an unforgettable experience a hoss fight.
Get your tickets now at http://www.MLWTampa.com and see it go down Friday, July 12 in St. Petersburg, FL.
Blood & Thunder live on YouTube card (9pm ET start)
No Ropes Death Match
Matt Riddle vs. Sami Callihan
3 Stages of Destruction Match
Matt Justice (managed by Bill Alfonso) vs. Mads Krule Krugger
Minoru Suzuki vs. AKIRA
Opera Cup Round 1
KENTA vs. Bobby Fish
Opera Cup Round 1
“Filthy” Tom Lawlor vs. Jake Crist
Opera Cup Round 1
Atlantis Jr. vs. Okumura
beIN SPORTS card (7pm ET start)
Opera Cup Round 1
Mistico vs. Magnus
Davey Boy Smith Jr. vs. AJ Francis
More Matches and fighters will be announced at MLW.com.
PLUS: Special Meet & Greets with
•Mistico (pre-order)
•Minoru Suzuki (pre-order)
Tickets start at $15 at MLWTampa.com and Eventbrite.
Tickets will also be available day of show at the box office unless the event sales out in advance.
*** 7PM START TIME ***
DAY OF EVENT INFO
The schedule for the event is as follows:
5:30 p.m.: Early entry for front row ticket holders
6:00 p.m.: Doors open for general public (all ticket holders)
7:00 p.m.: Showtime
MORE ABOUT THE COLISEUM
The historic Coliseum was built in 1924, and purchased by the City of St. Petersburg in 1989. It has undergone extensive renovations, and the architecture and ambiance creates a flexible space to host a variety of events, making it one of the Tampa Bay area’s most unique multi-use facilities.
The Coliseum is located in the local historic district of downtown St. Pete, within walking distance of many downtown restaurants, shops & hotels. It offers over 800 parking spaces within walking distance.
The Coliseum is located at: 535 4th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
About Major League Wrestling
Major League Wrestling (MLW®) is a sports media holding company, offering television content, action figures, apparel, live events, and ancillary entertainment. MLW operates live events in major markets throughout the United States and Mexico, including New York, Atlanta, Chicago, and Tampa.
One of the fastest growing wrestling leagues today, MLW programming is available in over 60 countries worldwide, including MLW Fusion on beIN Sports in the U.S. and Ayozat TV on SKY in the United Kingdom.
MLW premium live events stream monthly live and exclusively on TrillerTV+.
For more information visit MLW.com and follow MLW on X, Instagram and YouTube.
