Light-middleweight talent Xander Zayas headlines for the first time tonight he he takes on Brazilian former world champion Patrick Teixeira.

Twenty-one-year-old Zayas will look to extend his record to 18-0 against his veteran opponent when the rivals touch gloves at Maddison Square Garden in New York tonight. Zayas has looked a terrific prospect in his career to date and already has his sights set on some of the biggest names in the division.

Former champion Teixeira will be looking to spoil the Puerto Rican's party, however, and surely knows he can't avoid defeat if he himself is to return to boxing's top table. There are a handful of unbeaten prospects competing on tonight's undercard, so here's all you need to know about the fights...

What time are the fights on?

The eight-bout fight card takes place tonight at The Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York. The action starts at 12.30am on Sunday morning in the UK. Ring walks for the clash between Zayas and Teixeira will likely get underway around 5am. All fight times are subject to change depending on the results of the undercard.

How to watch the fights via TV and live stream

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Full fight card

Xander Zayas vs Patrick Teixeira

Bruce Carrington vs Brayan De Gracia

Tiger Johnson vs Tarik Zaina

Andy Dominguez vs Cristopher Rios

Jahi Tucker vs Quincy LaVallais

Ofacio Falcon vs Antonio Dunton El Jr.

Ali Feliz vs Lemir Isom-Riley

Nisa Rodriguez vs Jordanne Garcia

Quotes corner

Xander Zayas: "This is something we've worked towards doing. I want to give thanks to Top Rank, ESPN, and MSG for giving me this opportunity. Man, I'm 21 years old, and I'm headlining at MSG. It's something I always dreamed of. I worked hard for it. And now it's happening. On paper, this is the biggest test of my career. I have to pass it with flying colours. I know that. The team knows that. We're focused on winning Saturday night and then focusing on everything else. Somebody is going to have to back down in this fight. And I don't believe that will be me. I'm ready to go 10 rounds if necessary. I'm willing to go through everything I have to go through to get the victory."

Patrick Teixeira: “A win in this fight can get me back to where I want to be, headlining in big fights. Obviously, every fight is different. I know that. So, I prepared differently and used different strategies. I just hope to come out with the win. In reality, I adapt myself to my opponent. I like to apply pressure and come forward, but it all depends on what my opponent does.”