NUVOtv Sets Live Finale for 'Knockout' Series

NUVO tv will air the Aug. 16 finale of its boxing docu-series Knockout as part of a live boxing card featuring the series’ host Roy Jones Jr.

The series, which follows nine boxers in an elimination competition format, will feature the finalists in the ring in live boxing matches, said the network. Headlining the card will be Knockout host and four-time division champion Jones, who will be fighting light heavyweight contender William Bailey.

The undercard fight will be announce during the Aug. 12 episode of Knockout, said network officials.

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