James Foster, who was born and raised in the city, will be fighting on November 15 to raise money for Child Autism UK.
The match is part of the UWCB event at the BIC Arena in Bournemouth.
James is 27 and works at Booker’s Wholesalers in Salisbury and has never had any boxing experience.
James said that the cause was “deeply personal” to him.
Child Autism UK supports autistic children and their families through early intervention and practical support.
In the UK, around one in 100 children are on the autism spectrum, with more than 170,000 people currently waiting for a diagnosis.
The charity provides support to families, including diagnosis guidance, helplines, and early behavioural intervention using evidence-based strategies.
James said: “This has always been something that I have wanted to do, and I am looking forward to getting into training camp.
James Foster is raising money for Child Autism UK(Image: James Foster)
“That experience has motivated me to take on this challenge, and while the training will be intense, the purpose behind it has kept me focused.
“I think that autism in children still doesn’t get enough recognition or the attention that it needs.”
The fighters will wear headgear and will fight with 16-ounce gloves, and they will find out their opponents on the day.
James has a target of £750 to raise, and you can donate on his Just Giving page justgiving.com/page/james-foster.