Clash in the boxing ring between Stefan Raab and Regina Halmich - Fresh insights into the television spectacle
The upcoming and purportedly last boxing bout between Stefan Raab, 57, and Regina Halmich, 47, is drawing near. On September 14th at 8:15 PM (live on RTL and RTL+), this highly-anticipated clash between the esteemed TV icon and the numerous world champion will unfold in Düsseldorf. In preparation for the live broadcast, RTL will deploy its renowned personnel into or near the ring. According to a statement released on Monday, their versatile talent, Laura Wontorra, 35, will cover the action.
Laura Wontorra will engage in various activities, such as interviewing two actual former world champions prior to the confrontation. Dariusz Michalczewski, 56, and Firat Arslan, 53, have both announced their attendance. Michalczewski was nicknamed "The Tiger" during the 90s, the prime time of TV boxing, and is a multiple world champion in the light heavyweight division. Arslan was one of the top German boxers following Michalczewski or Henry Maske, 60.
"Prominent Guests" and "Plenty of Glitz"
These former boxers won't be the sole notable attendees marking Stefan Raab's televised return after nine years of absence. RTL has also hinted at "prominent guests," although they haven't disclosed any specific names as of yet. Additionally, "spectacular performances" and "plenty of glitz" are intended to captivate the audience.
Some details that have been revealed include Elton, 53, Stefan Raab's eternal intern, serving as the event host. Frank Buschmann, 59, a colleague from the "Schlag den Raab" era, will provide commentary on the fight.
Regina Halmich: No Compassion for Raab
While Stefan Raab is maintaining a reserved demeanor, Regina Halmich has commented on the bout multiple times. She recently shared with RTL that she is currently training regularly, much like in her active years that concluded in 2007. "My aim is to be the superior boxer, and Stefan, obviously, is the superior entertainer," she said, according to RTL.
"For his comeback, he has chosen a challenging path, as within the ring, there's no joviality," Halmich said about Raab. "Although we appreciate and respect each other, there will be no compassion, it's simply man versus woman."
The "prominent guests" mentioned by RTL could potentially include famous personalities from the world of entertainment or sports, adding an extra layer of excitement to the boxing match between Stefan Raab and Regina Halmich. This event promises to be filled with "plenty of glitz" and "spectacular performances", promising an unforgettable night for viewers.
During an interview with RTL, Regina Halmich expressed her confidence in the upcoming bout, stating that while Stefan Raab may be a superior entertainer, she aims to be the superior boxer. Halmich also emphasized that there would be no compassion in the ring, acknowledging that the match will be a serious contest between two challenging opponents.
