Frampton vs Donaire has now been officially confirmed with all the details ahead of what promises to be a thrilling featherweight bout.

The Frampton vs Donaire fight was mooted for a while but now everyone knows the where and when so to speak, with the fight getting officially confirmed today.

Two men with exciting fight styles, who can box and bang when they need to – should ensure for a fascinating encounter come fight night.

Carl Frampton said of the fight that takes place on April 21st at the SSE Arena in Belfast, live on BT:

Will be an honour to share the ring with a legend and future hall of famer @filipinoflash. The biggest away fighter EVER to fight in Belfast. pic.twitter.com/ZF5w4VnE8s

— Carl Frampton MBE (@RealCFrampton) January 9, 2018

A tremendous fight indeed, with fans and the boxing world well pleased alike following the news today:

Great fight for both of you. Saw @filipinoflash training in Las Vegas. Belfast is in for a treat. ???

— Ashley Theophane (@AshleyTheophane) January 9, 2018

Great fight for Belfast to hold can’t wait to this one!! Belfast is becoming a massive city in world boxing

— padraig mc crory (@padraigmc1988) January 9, 2018

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— David Bryson (@david_bryson) January 9, 2018

Great fight the big fights bring out the best in you.

— Gally (@PeterGally1983) January 9, 2018

Looking forward to see you live Carl ??

— Martin Maher (@realMartinMR) January 9, 2018

Great fight! Good luck mate ? #boxing

— Matt (@MattJKelly4) January 9, 2018

Great fight!

— Glenn Speers (@GlennSpeers) January 9, 2018

Great fight. Not an easy task for either man. ✊

— Mark O’Neill (@nailers1983) January 9, 2018

Incredible fight. Love this

— Neil (@Dempo7981) January 9, 2018

Rewatch the Darchinyan KO to keep you on your toes. Love watching Donaire – very dangerous fighter

— Gerard McLaughlin (@GerardMcL) January 9, 2018

Can’t wait for this! Good luck lads, this should be a cracker

— Tom Barr (@tombarr110384) January 9, 2018