By Per Ake Persson

German heavyweight prospect Franz Rill (11-0) has stepped in as as a substitute for Hungarian Zsolt Bogdan, who is injured, as co-challenger for the vacant EU championship. In the other corner is already Italian champion Salvatore Erittu (27-2).

Both Rill and Teper are promoted by Z! Promotions and their fights will be televised in Germany by SKY Pay per View.