Egypt Brown, Fight 4 Mental Health, and EPOC Medical Spotlighted in Fox Theatre Boxing Return

DETROIT (AP) — Egypt Brown and Fight 4 Mental Health took center stage Friday night at the historic Fox Theatre, helping bring big-time boxing back to one of Detroit’s most iconic venues.

It was a landmark evening for the city and for the movement to raise awareness around mental health. The night marked one of the first major boxing events at the Fox since Ricky Hatton’s famous knockout there, and fittingly, his legacy was honored throughout the event.

Before the main event, Egypt Brown delivered a heartfelt speech that underscored why mental health remains central to Fight 4 Mental Health’s mission. He reminded the crowd that legends like Hatton, despite their successes, faced struggles of their own — and that breaking down the stigma around mental wellness is as vital as any fight in the ring.

Fight 4 Mental Health partnered with EPOC Medical as an official sponsor of the event, a collaboration that reinforced the growing intersection between sports and health advocacy. The sponsorship was impossible to miss: the Fight 4 Mental Health logo was emblazoned in the center of the ring, broadcast worldwide on the DAZN boxing network.

The night wasn’t only about boxing. It was about connection. Brown and his team were joined by longtime friends and allies, including members of the Hearns family and Detroit promoter Dmitriy Salita, whose Salita Promotions helped organize the card. “It’s always a blessing to see Detroit buzzing with this kind of energy,” Brown said.

Detroit, a city in the midst of reinvention, provided the perfect backdrop. For Fight 4 Mental Health, the Fox Theatre event was more than a sponsorship — it was a chance to be part of the city’s cultural revitalization while continuing its mission to advocate for athletes and communities facing mental health challenges.

“Boxing fans got a great night of fights, but more importantly, they got to see what happens when sport, history, and purpose come together,” Brown said. “This is just the beginning. We’ll keep pushing, keep growing, and keep shining a light on mental health.”