Is This Kem Ljungquist’s Last Fight in Denmark? Big Offers Await

Kem Ljungquist is coming home—but maybe for the last time.

The Danish heavyweight contender will step back into the ring on June 14 in Copenhagen, fighting for the first time in 2025. The venue? The Crowne Plaza Hotel, an unlikely but intimate setting for what could be a very meaningful night. For Danish fans, this isn’t just another local boxing card. It might be a farewell.

At 19 wins, 1 loss, and 12 knockouts, Ljungquist is no longer just a local favorite. He’s on the radar of international promoters—and if all goes according to plan, his June 14 fight may be his last one on Danish soil.

Primetime Promotions, who are putting on the event, hinted in a recent press release that Ljungquist has major offers on the table from both the UK and the US. These aren’t one-off fights; they’re serious contracts that could catapult him into bigger arenas, deeper talent pools, and, most importantly, global relevance in the heavyweight division.

For a man who’s spent the majority of his pro career fighting close to home, the idea of Ljungquist trading in the cozy confines of Copenhagen for nights under the bright lights in London or Las Vegas feels both exciting and overdue.

The Road Back From a Painful Loss

Ljungquist has been rebuilding ever since the toughest night of his career—a fifth-round knockout loss to Murat Gassiev, the former unified cruiserweight champion turned heavyweight threat. That bout, Ljungquist’s biggest test to date, exposed some gaps in his game. Gassiev’s power overwhelmed him, and the result was a brutal reality check.

Rather than run from it, Ljungquist embraced the loss. He admitted he needed to improve and took time to do just that.

“I wasn’t ready for that level yet,” Ljungquist said in a recent Danish interview. “Gassiev was world-class, and I found out the hard way what that looks like. But I’ve used that night to grow. I’ve fixed what needed fixing.”

By all accounts, he’s made major changes—training harder, working with new coaches, focusing more on defense and conditioning. Word from inside his camp says he’s sharper than ever and ready to show he’s still a force in the division.

Who’s He Fighting We Still Don’t Know

There’s one big question still hanging over the event—who will Ljungquist be facing?

As of now, his opponent hasn’t been announced. But the event is moving forward regardless, which tells you the night is really about Ljungquist himself. He’s the draw. He’s the storyline. This isn’t just a comeback—it’s a send-off. Whether he’s facing a dangerous journeyman or an undefeated prospect, the result will help shape his next move.

Bigger Offers Are Calling

And those next moves could be massive. According to sources close to Primetime Promotions, Ljungquist has two serious deals on the table.

One is from a UK promoter with connections to the British heavyweight scene. That could mean opportunities to share cards with stars like Anthony Joshua or Daniel Dubois, and to fight in major venues across England.

The other is from a US-based promotion offering a multi-fight deal with televised slots. That would put him in front of American audiences, fighting in cities like New York or Las Vegas—places where careers are made and belts are won.

Neither deal is official yet. But if he wins on June 14—and looks good doing it—those contracts could get signed quickly.

A Farewell Worth Watching

While Kem Ljungquist won’t be headlining the June 14 card—that honor goes to fellow Danish fighter Oliver Zaren—it’s clear he’s the emotional centerpiece of the show. Zaren, a rising super middleweight with a 16-0 record, will be in the main event against Tanzania’s Joseph Magwisya (14-3) in a 10-round non-title bout. But make no mistake, this night will belong to Ljungquist.

Copenhagen fans are expected to pack the Crowne Plaza. Not just to cheer on one of their own, but possibly to say goodbye.

If this truly is Ljungquist’s last time fighting in Denmark for a while, it’ll be a moment. A goodbye wave. A full-circle night. From the small gyms where he started, to the national recognition he’s earned, to a future that could now lead him around the world—this is the transition moment.

Source: Heavyweight Kem Ljungquist set to return in Copenhagen

What Comes After June 14

If Ljungquist handles business, he’ll likely accept one of the deals waiting for him. That could put him back in the ring before the end of 2025, this time on a much bigger stage. His team believes he still has time to crack the top 15 rankings, and they see the right matchups out there—especially in the UK, where technical heavyweights like Joe Joyce and Fabio Wardley are looking for fights.

In the U.S., there are opportunities too. Fighters like Jared Anderson or Michael Hunter could be logical targets. And with DAZN, ESPN, and Showtime all hungry for heavyweight content, the window is open.

More Than Just Another Fighter

Kem Ljungquist might not have the flashiest record or the loudest voice in boxing, but he has something that promoters love—authenticity.

He’s disciplined, he’s learned from his setbacks, and he has the kind of humility that fans connect with. He also has a country behind him. Denmark hasn’t had a heavyweight contender on the world stage in some time, and Ljungquist could be the one to change that.

There’s still work to be done. He’ll need to win on June 14. He’ll need to stay healthy. And he’ll need to step up his game if he wants to compete with the elite.

But for now, this feels like a crossroads moment. One last walk to the ring in Copenhagen. One more night in front of the hometown fans. And then, possibly, a leap into something much bigger.

So if you’re in Denmark—or even if you’re just a fan of boxing stories that still feel real—keep an eye on Kem Ljungquist. His next punch might not just win him a fight. It might launch the next chapter of a career that’s far from over.

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