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LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 20:  George Groves celebrates his victory over Christopher Rebrasse during their WBC Final Eliminator & European Super Middleweight bout at Wembley Arena on September 20, 2014 in London, England.  (Photo by Scott Heavey/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 20: George Groves celebrates his victory over Christopher Rebrasse during their WBC Final Eliminator & European Super Middleweight bout at Wembley Arena on September 20, 2014 in London, England. (Photo by Scott Heavey/Getty Images)Scott Heavey/Getty Images

George Groves vs. Denis Douglin: Fight Time, Date, Live Stream, TV Info and More

Brian MaziqueNov 20, 2014

WBC silver super middleweight champion "Saint" George Groves (20-2, 15 KO) is picking up the pieces after successive losses to IBF and WBA super middleweight champion Carl Froch. In what will be his second bout since the last defeat to Froch, Groves will defend his secondary title against Denis "Momma's Boy" Douglin (17-3, 10 KO) on Saturday at Echo Arena in Liverpool.

The 26-year-old Groves most recently won a unanimous decision over Christopher Rebrasse in September. He'll face the Momma's Boy, who is also 26, in a bout that could set up future opportunities for the winner. Douglin has won three straight fights since a two-fight losing streak from 2012 to 2013.

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Both men are hoping to keep their momentum going. This bout is part of a stellar card that is headlined by the rematch between Tony Bellew and Nathan Cleverly. Here's the viewing information needed to watch the event.

When: Saturday, Nov. 22 at 1 p.m. ET

Where: Echo Arena in Liverpool

TV: Sky Box Office

Live Stream: BoxNation (subscription required and region restricted)

The Book on Groves

LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: George Groves carries out some light pad work during the George Groves media work out on September 16, 2014 in London, England. (Photo by Charlie Crowhurst/Getty Images)

After being humbled by Froch in their rematch, the Londoner took a more low-key approach to his return to the ring against Rebrasse. Much of the bravado that helped to make the rivalry with Froch such a big deal was seemingly replaced by a more business-like approach.

At some point, Groves will have to find the happy medium. When he is in top form as an agitator, he's compelling and thus a major draw. That said, he can't allow his self-created hype to become bigger than the bout itself. The emotion he stirred up in himself seemed to zap his energy in both fights with Froch.

Moving forward, he must be able to control the monster he creates.

While Saturday's bout takes center stage in Groves' universe, the next big rivalry in his career is already on standby. James "Chunky" DeGale—who will also be in action on Saturday's card—is pining for another shot at Groves. DeGale lost a majority decision to Groves in May 2011.

That's the only blemish on the powerful DeGale's record, and he wants to even the score. Per Nick Parkinson of ESPN UK, DeGale says he wants Groves but understands the politics that affect the situation.

Groves has shown interest in a third fight with Froch, but he also candidly explained DeGale's predicament to Sky Sports. Groves said:

"

He boxes in leisure centers in Bristol and places like that, when he headlines. His last fight, of course, there were a few people there, but that was because it was on my undercard (at Wembley in May). The only time he has headlined and there has been a few people in the place, was because it was against me. He knows, for him to make any money, he has got to fight me.

"

Here we go again.

The Book on Dougiln

Some fighters are true to their nickname, but Douglin takes his moniker to the next level. The self-proclaimed "Momma's Boy" was trained by his mother. Recently, Floyd Mayweather Sr. and Eddie Mustafa Muhammad have taken over some of the heavy lifting in Douglin's training.

However, as you can see from the interview below, Saphya Douglin is still very prominent in her son's training.

The southpaw from Marlboro, New Jersey, hasn't had many fights against notable fighters, but he was stopped in the fifth round by undefeated light middleweight contender Jermell Charlo in 2012.

He has won three fights in a row heading into this scrap, and he seems intent on not being Groves' stepping stone to bigger opportunities.

Who will be the others' springboard?

Prediction

Douglin has some solid skills. He possesses good power in his left hand and fights with good balance. His problem comes in against long, skilled fighters who don't stand right in front of him.

At 5'11" with fast hands, Groves is that type of fighter. He won't stand stationary to allow Douglin to load up with his left hand, and Groves packs a solid shot himself. Froch is known for his chin and toughness, and Groves nearly knocked him out in their first fight.

Based on his experience in big fights, the home-field advantage and length, Groves will win a unanimous decision on Saturday night.

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