Matchroom Boxing, in partnership with Goldstar Promotions and Tasman Fighters, is delighted to announce the signing of Conor Wallace.

The Australian-based Irishman, who boasts an impressive 14-1 record with 10 victories coming by the way of knockout, is considered to be one of the most exciting Light-Heavyweights on the planet.

Ranked No.2 by the IBF, the 28-year-old Newry-born southpaw is favourably placed across the 175lbs weight class with the WBO placing him at No.5 and the WBC listing Wallace at No.6.

Wallace – who fights next on December 11, live on DAZN – is determined to close in on a World Title shot in a division that is almost certain to open up in 2025.

“I’m very excited,” said Wallace. “I’ve dreamt about being a World Champion since I was a young boy. That is my ultimate goal. 

“I’m looking forward to some huge nights ahead with Matchroom, Tasman Fighters and Goldstar – and I’m fully focused on the job at hand on December 11.”

Billed as a “Christmas Cracker” Down Under, Wallace will be hoping to spread some early festive cheer when he faces South Africa’s Asemahle ‘The Predator’ Wellem, headlining at the Fortitude Music Hall in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia – a hometown venue where Wallace has won on all five previous visits via stoppages.

Matchroom Sport chairman Eddie Hearn said: “This is a fantastic signing for us – and one we are thrilled to be working alongside Mick Francis at Tasman Fighters and Spencer Brown at Goldstar.

“There is no denying Conor’s ability and certainly it is going to be hard to stop him. I can see an incredibly bright future for him in the ring and there are many big fights ahead in a division that promises to deliver more fireworks in 2025.”

Spencer Brown, Founder of Goldstar Promotions, said: “I’m very happy to be working with Eddie and Mick to help guide Conor, who promises to become a future a world champion in the sport.

“He is an incredibly skilled and talented fighter – and one I am genuinely excited to be sharing this journey with. 

“His stock is already very high Down Under and on December 11, I believe the entire boxing world will put be on notice. Conor is coming for it all.”

Tasman Fighters promoter Mick Francis added: “Having Eddie Hearn and Spencer Brown supporting Tasman Fighters and Conor Wallace is a game changer. 

“I can’t think of a better partnership in boxing and gives Conor the opportunity to fight here in Australia and around the world as the home side. We are all looking forward to the future.”

Joining Wallace on the December 11 bill is unbeaten Heavyweight Justis Hunni (10-0, 5 KOs), who takes on Argentina southpaw Leandro ‘La Bestia’ Robutti (11-6, 8 KOs) over eight rounds.

 You can follow Wallace’s journey on Instagram: cpw96

Jai Opetaia won the IBF Cruiserweight championship with a 12-round unanimous decision over longstanding champion Mairis Briedis in a entertaining war at the Gold Coast Convention Centre in Queensland, Australia.

In round one, Briedis was cut over his right eye. In round four, Opetaia landed a big uppercut that drew blood from the nose of Briedis. Opetaia dominated the action by landing hard shots and moving, not letting the champion get into any rhythm.

Seemingly way behind, Briedis landed two hard shots in round 10 that hurt Opetaia, but the hometown challenger was able to withstand the fire. In round 12, Opetaia was bleeding from the mouth. He had to hang on as he took huge shots in the final round.

Opetaia, 198.42 lbs of Queensland, AUS won by scores of 116-112 twice and 115-113 and is now 22-0. Briedis, 199.08 lbs of Riga, LA is 28-2.

Hardman Obliterates Hartas in 1st

Isaac Hardman scored a scary first-round stoppage over Beau Hartas in the opening round of the 10-round middleweight fight.

Hardman landed a devastating right to the face that sent Hartas plummeting face-first to the canvas where he laid motionless for several minutes. Hartas came-to and was able to leave the ring on his own power. The time was 2:49.

Hardman, 160 lbs of Queensland is now 13-1 with 11 knockouts. Hartas, 159 1/2 lbs of New South Wales, AUS is 6-2.

Wallace Decisions Chevalier

Conor Wallace won a 10-round split decision over world-ranked Faris Chevalier in a light heavyweight bout.

Wallace, 174 1/2 lbs of Brisbane, AUS won by scores of 98-92 twice while Chevalier won a card 96-94.

Wallace is now 9-1. Chevalier, 174 1/2 lbs of Melbourne, AUS is 13-2.

Mazoudier Decisions Camilleri

Koen Mazoudier won a 10-round split decision over Joel Camilleri in a junior middleweight fight.

Mazoudier, 152 3/4 lbs of Blacktown, AUD won by scores of 99-92, 98-92 and a third card rea 96-95 for Camilleri. Maziudier is 10-2. Camilleri, 153 1/4 lbs of Brisbane, AS 22-8-1.

This was a rematch of a November 17, 2021 bout where Mazoudier also took a split decision

Robertson stops Fernandez in 10

Taylah Robertson dominated and battered Yoselin Fernandez in the 10th and final round of their super flyweight contest.

Robertson beat up Fernandez and finally the fight was stopped at 33 seconds of round 10.

Robertson, 114 3/4 lbs of Brisbane, AUS is 6-1 with two knockouts. Fernandez, 114 lbs of Caracas, VEN 11-2.

Coolwell stops Ladrada in 4

Dana Coolwell stops Lorenz Ladrada in round four of their scheduled eight-round featherweight bout.

In round four, Coolwell landed a right uppercut that was followed by a crushing left to the body that sent Coolwell down for the count at 2:59.

Coolwell, 125 3/4 lbs of Queensland, AUS is 8-2 with six knockouts. Ladrada, 125 1/4 lbs of The Philippines is 11-3-1.