Who is Alexander Povetkin’s wife Yevgenia, when did they get married, and how many children do they have?

The Russian will fight Anthony Joshua for the WBO, WBA, IBO and IBF belts – but is already a winner at home

ALEXANDER POVETKIN will be hoping to make a second consecutive knockout over Dillian Whyte on Saturday.

The Russian will face the Body Snatcher for the second time in six months when they collide in Gibraltar this weekend.

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Yevgenia has been married to Povetkin for five years

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Who is Alexander Povetkin’s wife and when did they marry?

Yevgenia Merkulova is a Russian model, most famous for winning the Miss Kursk competition in Povetkin’s hometown.

The pair married in on June 5, 2013, in Czech Republic.

How many children do they have?

The couple have no children of their own, but Povetkin is a father.

The boxer was formerly married to Irina.

They had a daughter, Arina.

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Yevgenia, right, is a regular feature at Povetkin’s fights

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Yevgenia and Alexander got married in Czech Republic

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What time is Whyte vs Povetkin 2?

Whyte vs Povetkin 2 takes place on Saturday, March 27.
The main event ring walks are set to start from 10.45pm – 11.45pm local time.
The Europa Point Sports Complex in Gibraltar hosts the event.

What TV channel and live stream is Whyte vs Povetkin 2 on?

Whyte vs Povetkin 2 will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Box Office in the UK.
Sky Sports Box office will begin their coverage at 6pm.
The event will cost £19.95 to purchase.