Can George Groves Win The World Boxing Super Series?

Let’s not pretend we saw this coming a year ago.

After back-to-back heartbreaks on the world stage, George Groves looked done. Flat. Finished. But here we are — February 2018 — and he’s just outclassed Chris Eubank Jr in front of a packed Manchester Arena to reach the final of the World Boxing Super Series.

And now the big question: can George Groves actually win the whole thing?

Groves vs Eubank Jr: A Statement Win

Saturday night wasn’t just a win — it was a clinic. Groves controlled the pace, dictated the range, and exposed Eubank’s limitations with clean, measured work. The judges had it 117-112, 116-112, 115-113, but let’s be honest: it wasn’t that close. For large spells, Groves looked like the seasoned technician and Eubank the inexperienced brawler.

To top it off, Groves didn’t just book his place in the WBSS final — he unified his WBA title with the IBO belt too. A big night, capped by a serious injury: a suspected dislocated shoulder. That could yet be the biggest threat to his tournament chances.

What Next — Callum Smith or Nieky Holzken?

We’ll know soon enough. Smith faces late replacement Nieky Holzken this weekend after Juergen Braehmer pulled out with illness. On paper, Smith should win. But in a tournament full of surprises, nothing’s guaranteed.

If Holzken pulls off the upset, Groves becomes a clear favourite for the final. If it’s Smith, we’ve got an all-British unification showdown — and a real pick-’em fight. Groves has the experience and momentum, but Smith has the size, timing, and freshness.

Don’t Call It a Comeback — Call It a Reinvention

Let’s give credit where it’s due. Groves rebuilt everything — his style, his confidence, his corner. Since teaming up with Shane McGuigan, he’s looked sharper, smarter, and more patient. That right hand? Lethal. The jab? Underrated. And for once, he’s not rushing the finish.

It’s easy to forget now, but that 6th-round KO of Fedor Chudinov last summer on the Brook–Spence undercard was the turning point. The ghosts of Froch and Jack were finally exorcised.

Can He Win It?

In a word — yes.

He’s the most seasoned man left in the tournament. He’s already delivered under pressure. And if he’s fit enough to train at full pace, he’ll go into the final as either the clear favourite (if it’s Holzken) or the proven commodity (if it’s Smith). Either way, it’s a winnable fight.

But the injury matters. A dislocated shoulder is no joke — and recovery time could impact timing, sparring, and sharpness.

Still, right now, it feels like George Groves’ moment.

Whether it’s an all-British dust-up or a surprise final, one thing’s clear: George Groves is back — and he’s not here to make up the numbers. He’s here to win the whole damn thing.

Got a prediction? Drop it in the comments. Can Groves go all the way in the World Boxing Super Series?

Final Thoughts

Whether it’s an all-British dust-up or a surprise final, one thing’s clear: George Groves is back — and he’s not here to make up the numbers. He’s here to win the whole damn thing.

Got a prediction? Drop it in the comments. Can Groves go all the way in the World Boxing Super Series?