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The British Association of Mixed Martial Arts (BAMMA) have today announced former WBA World Heavyweight Boxing Champion David “Hayemaker” Haye as the newest addition to their presenting team.

Joining BAMMA on a long term basis, Haye’s first action will be for the live broadcast of BAMMA 20 – airing on Spike TV and across the globe on Saturday April 25th. It’s expected that Haye will serve on commentary, guiding viewers through the action at the Barclaycard Arena in Birmingham, as BAMMA delivers one of its biggest events to date.

The former Heavyweight and Cruiserweight World champion, who has fought some of the world’s best boxers including Wladimir Klitschko, Nikolai Valuev, John Ruiz and Dereck Chisora, will be taking to MMA commentary for the first time, bringing his own unique insight and perspective on the sport in a move that will likely provoke initial controversy among purists, but nevertheless, Haye’s boxing knowledge is of course world class and the 34-year-old has often referred to his long term enthusiasm for mixed martial arts.

BAMMA CEO David Green said:

“We’re delighted to have ‘The Hayemaker’ on board. He is one of the biggest and best known names in the combat sport world, and having David as part of the team guarantees even more entertainment and excitement for BAMMA fans.”

Talking of his crossover into MMA, Haye had the following to say:

“I’ve been a fan of Martial Arts since I could walk, as my father was a Karate instructor. I’ve followed the growth of MMA since Royce Gracie broke into the scene. It’s a pleasure to be part of the growth of BAMMA and MMA, as it’s a fantastic sport. I hope my years of fight experience at the highest level translates into solid commentary for these amazing MMA events.”

BAMMA 20 tickets available HERE