Nick Ball vs. TJ Doheny Predictions, Odds & Props (March 15)
By Brady Trettenero in Boxing
Updated: March 14, 2025 at 4:27 am EDTPublished:
- Nick Ball defends his WBA featherweight title against TJ Doheny on Saturday
- The latest boxing odds heavily favor the undefeated “Wrecking Ball”
- Read below for our Ball vs Doheny prediction, odds, and tale of the tape
Rising British star Nick “Wrecking Ball” Ball puts his WBA featherweight championship on the line this Saturday, March 15th, against former world titlist TJ “The Power” Doheny. This crossroads clash between the young gun and cagey veteran takes place at the M&S Bank Arena in Ball’s hometown of Liverpool, England.
The main card kicks off at 6:30 p.m. local time (3:30 p.m. ET) and will be broadcast live on DAZN. The current Ball vs Doheny odds show the champion as a massive favorite to retain his belt. We’ve broken down the matchup and made our Nick Ball vs TJ Doheny prediction below.
Nick Ball vs TJ Doheny Odds
| Fighter | Odds |
|---|---|
| Nick Ball | -1800 |
| TJ Doheny | +850 |
At DraftKings, Nick Ball is an enormous -1800 favorite, giving him a 95% implied probability of winning. Doheny comes back as a +850 underdog.
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Nick Ball Boxing Analysis
Liverpool’s Nick Ball (21-0-1, 12 KOs) has been on a meteoric rise since turning pro in 2019. The 28-year-old pressure fighter captured the WBA featherweight title in an electric 2024 performance against Raymond Ford, avenging a previous draw with WBC champ Rey Vargas along the way.
In his first title defense last October, Ball dazzled his hometown fans with a dominant 10th-round TKO of the always game Ronny Rios. The stocky 5’2″ Ball overwhelms opponents with relentless aggression, a high punch output, and deceptive power in close.
The champ sets a grueling pace behind a tight guard and excellent head movement. He’ll be giving up height and reach to the 5’6″ Doheny but will look to get on the inside and unleash his trademark hooks to the body and head.
Ball vs Doheny Tale of the Tape
| 21-0-1 | Record | 26-5 |
| 12 | Knockouts | 20 |
| 5’2″ (157 cm) | Height | 5’6″ (168 cm) |
| N/A | Reach | 66″ (168 cm) |
| Orthodox | Stance | Southpaw |
TJ Doheny Boxing Analysis
At 38 years old, Ireland’s TJ Doheny (26-5, 20 KOs) knows opportunities like this are fleeting. The former IBF 122-pound king has had an up-and-down career defined by his willingness to go into hostile territory.
After losing his title to Daniel Roman in 2019, Doheny hit a rough patch, dropping 3 of his next 4 fights. But the seasoned southpaw rebuilt himself with a trio of upset wins in Japan, earning him a September 2024 crack at undisputed champ Naoya Inoue.
Although he was stopped in the 7th round, Doheny showed grit and gave a solid account of himself before Inoue’s bodywork forced him to wilt. The 5’6″ veteran is most comfortable fighting at range behind a sharp right jab. But he’s also capable of getting into the trenches and can bang to the body with authority.
Ball vs Doheny Prediction
Credit to Doheny for jumping right back into the fire after a devastating loss to a pound-for-pound great. But the Irishman is facing a younger, fresher titleholder in Ball who appears to be entering his prime.
Doheny’s southpaw stance and four-inch height advantage might give Ball some early trouble. But the champ’s relentless, pressure-heavy style is built to close the distance, slip inside that reach, and wear him down.
Expect Ball to come out fast, immediately testing Doheny’s stamina—especially after that grueling fight with Inoue. His high pace and punishing body shots will take their toll as the rounds go on.
By the middle rounds, Doheny could be running on fumes while Ball drowns him in volume. The veteran’s grit will keep him standing, but making it to the final bell seems unlikely.
I’m backing “The Wrecking Ball” to retain his title with a late stoppage, sending the Merseyside crowd into a frenzy. But the line is far too wide to confidently lay the wood. Instead, look for value in the winning method or over/under props.
Nick Ball vs TJ Doheny Pick:
- Fight Ends Inside the Distance (-188)
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