Shabaz Masoud won a 10-round unanimous decision over Peter McGrail in a super bantamweight bout in Monte Carlo.

Maoud, 121.9 lbs of Stoke-on-Trent, ENG won by scores of 116-111, 115-112 and 114-113 and is now 15-0. McGrail, 121.7 lbs of Liverpool, ENG is 12-2.

Turhan Stops Ferreira in 5 To Win IBF Lightweight Title

Elif Nur Turhan stopped Beatriz Ferreira in round five to win the IBF Lightweight title.

In round one, Turhan dropped Ferreita with a hard right right. Seconds later, another big right dropped Ferreira for a second time. In round five Turhan landed a booming right that sent Ferreira into the corner that set off a 14 punch flurry where several flush head shots that put Ferreira down. Ferreira got to her feet but the fight was stopped at 1:08.

Turhan, 134.3 lbs of Istanbul, TUR is 12-0 with eight knockouts. Ferreira, 134.6 lbs of Salvador, BRA is 8-1.

Fisher Stops Balaz in 4

Johnny Fisher stopped previously undefeated Ivan Balaz in round four of their 10-round heavyweight bout.

In round two, Fisher was docked a point for a low blow. In round four, Fisher scored a knockdown when he landed a left to the head. Fisher scored a second knockdown with another right. Seconds later, Fisher ended the fight with a hard right that put Balaz down to a knee and the fight was stopped at 1:19.

Fisher, 242.1 lbs of Romford, ENG is 14-1 with 12 knockouts. Balaz of Prague, CZE us 7-1.

Walker Stops McCormack in 12th

Conah Walker stopped previously undefeated Pat McCormack in the 12th and final round of their welterweight bout.

In round 12, McCormack was bleeding from around his left eye. Later in the round, Walker landed an unrelenting flurry that put McCormack through the ropes. McCormack tried to beat the count, but was unable at 2:16.

Walker, 146.9 lbs of Wolverhampton, ENG is 17-3-1 with eight knockouts. McCormack, 147 lbs of Wasminson, ENG is 8-1.

Sean McComb stopped previously undefeated Hugo Micallef in round eight of their 10-round juniorr welterweight bout.

In round three, McComb dropped Micallef with a straight left to the head.

In round six, McComb dropped Micallef with a left to the body. In round eight, McComb landed another left on the ropes that put Micallef down and the fight was stopped at 2:35.

McComb, 139.7 lbs of Belfast, NI is 21-2 with six knockouts. Micallef, 138.9 lbs of Monte Carlo, MON is 11-1.

The wait is almost over as Pat McCormack and Miguel Parra get ready to square off at a sold-out Sunderland Live on Saturday night – live on DAZN – after the pair weighed in today.

The fighters took to the scale before going face-to-face for a final time before they collide in an Eliminator for the WBA World Welterweight Title.

There was drama in the co-main event as Mark Dickinson lost his English Super-Middleweight Championship after failing to hit the weight limit. His opponent Troy Williamson can still claim the belt, however, should he be victorious in their North East derby.

The stacked undercard also sees the UK return of Sandy Ryan as she meets a game Jade Grierson. Wonderkids Leo Atang, Adam Maca and Tiah-Mai Ayton all look for victories in their respective second professional bouts – whilst fellow teenager Brad Casey makes his debut at Cruiserweight.

The official weigh-in results and Fight Night running order can be found below.

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OFFICIAL WEIGH-IN RESULTS AND FIGHT NIGHT RUNNING ORDER

PRELIMS: LIVE ON DAZN AT 5PM

Brad Casey (199.6 lbs) vs Goran Kozul (197.4 lbs)
Cruiserweight Contest
4 x 3-minute rounds

Followed by
Tiah-Mai Ayton (119.5 lbs) vs Lydie Bialic (116.45 lbs)
Bantamweight Contest
6 x 2-minute rounds

Followed by
Adam Maca (123.1 lbs) vs Francisco Rodriguez (120.6 lbs)
Super Bantamweight Contest
4 x 3-minute rounds

Followed by
Cameron Vuong (136.9 lbs) vs Reuquen Facundo Arce (136.0 lbs)
Lightweight Contest
8 x 3-minute rounds

FIGHT NIGHT: LIVE ON DAZN FROM 7pm

Sandy Ryan (145.1 lbs) vs Jade Grierson (145.9 lbs)
Welterweight Contest
10 x 2-minute rounds

Followed by
Leo Atang (230.5 lbs) vs Cristian Uwaka (216.3 lbs)
Heavyweight Contest
4 x 3-minute rounds

Followed by
Mark Dickinson (173.2 lbs) vs Troy Williamson (167.6 lbs)
English Super Middleweight Championship – title vacant should Troy Williamson win
10 x 3-minute rounds

Followed by
Pat McCormack (146.95 lbs) vs Miguel Parra (146.3 lbs)
Eliminator for WBA World Welterweight Championship
10 x 3-minute rounds

Flash Knockdown is recharged, reloaded and better than ever before as Matchroom Boxing’s weekly Podcast officially relaunches.

Fronted by TV presenter Jamie Ward and Scott Hammerton, the new series is back with a bang – and joined by a host of big names.

Matchroom Sport chairman Eddie Hearn takes up his regular, exclusive slot to run through the inner workings at the sport’s No.1 global promotion – providing the latest update on the future of two-time World Heavyweight Champion, Anthony Joshua.

Pat McCormack names the mouth-watering, all-domestic clash he would love to have next as he first targets a statement victory over Mexico’s Miguel Parra in their Eliminator for the WBA World Welterweight Title this weekend in front of his home fans in Sunderland.

With the countdown to Belfast in full flow, things get heated in the studio as rivals Ishmael Davis and Caoimhín Agyarko verbally slug it out before they square-off at the Clearer Twist National Stadium at Windsor Park on Saturday, September 13.

And we hear direct from a man who knows a thing or two about headlining at that very stadium as DAZN analyst Carl Frampton runs the rule over the upcoming, historic all-Irish IBF World Welterweight Championship clash between Lewis Crocker and Paddy Donovan.

Packed with entertainment, unrivalled insight, a new weekly charity quiz, and much more, Flash Knockdown is not to be missed – and episode one is available to download now at audio platforms and free to watch at Matchroom Boxing’s YouTube channel.

SELECTED QUOTES FROM EPISODE ONE

Eddie Hearn:
“As the time ticks by, it’s probably more likely that we see [Anthony Joshua] in the ring again for a January/February date if I’m honest. I don’t think there’s any value in us saying it will be in December. He’s been travelling about a bit but he’s back in training following an elbow operation. But these big fights take time and every AJ event is a massive event. It was well publicised about the meetings that took place in Ghana over the last couple of weeks. There has been an offer to do a fight there and I think it would be incredible for AJ to fight in Africa. However, when you are doing site deals a lot of it depends on when the host wants to stage the show. So, if Ghana comes back and says they’d like to go in January/February, then that’s the offer. I don’t think there’s a rush, albeit he has been out of the ring for almost a year now. Any fight he has next though is likely to be a warm-up fight for that ‘roll the dice’ fight. We hope, in an ideal world, that is Tyson Fury. If not, it will be against one of the top five Heavyweights.”

Ishmael Davis:
“We’ve got a different heart, I show more in and out the ring. The way he’s handled situations, I don’t respect them. I’ve just got to find my way of getting through that and break him [Caoimhín Agyarko] down. A loss doesn’t define me, I don’t think he would have even fought Bohachuk on three months notice. Be prepared to lose on September 13!”

Caoimhín Agyarko:
“I have a dream of becoming the first black Irish World Champion. I’m not sure where these stories are coming from, I sparred him [Ishamel Davis] before with a snapped ligament in my hand. Whether he wants to box or fight, I’ll have a game plan on the night. Do I believe I have the ability to go out and make it my easiest fight? Yes.”

Pat McCormack:
“Miguel is tough, experienced and been in some good fights but I’m flying the flag for the North East and there’s no injuries now. I’m feeling good and ready to go. The Conah Walker fight is the one to make but I’m fully focused on Parra first, he’s a tough lad but my boxing brain and skills will show.”

Cameron Vuong has absolutely no doubt that stablemate Pat McCormack will one day become a World Champion as the pair get ready to return to their native North East this weekend.

McCormack headlines in his hometown on Saturday night against Mexico’s dangerous Miguel Parra at the sold-out Sunderland Live in a fight that is now an Eliminator for the WBA World Welterweight Championship.

The Team GB Olympic hero, who won Silver at the 2020 Tokyo Games, is regarded as one of the future stars of British Boxing – and Vuong is confident that McCormack will underline his future World Title aspirations with a statement victory on his home patch.

“I’ve looked up to Pat McCormack ever since we were kids, so it’s great to be on his card,” said Vuong.

“I’m genuinely privileged to train up close with him everyday in the gym. Pat is a supremely talented fighter and I have no doubt that he will go on and become a World Champion. And I hope I can match that feat myself one day too. I want to be a complete fighter and I want to get to world level  – I don’t care how long it takes me.”

Vuong, at 23, is also widely rated as one of the up-and-coming prospects on the domestic scene. He is unbeaten in eight fights, four by way of knockout, with wins over the likes of Gavin Gwynne and Jordan Flynn on his résumé.

After his impressive seventh round stoppage win over Flynn last March in Altrincham, “The One” from Blyth decided to head down to Essex and set up a new partnership with top trainer Ben Davison.

It is a move that Vuong believes will rapidly accelerate his burgeoning career citing a huge transformation in his in-ring skills, which he promises to showcase this Saturday in front of his home faithful against Argentina’s experienced Requen Facundo Arce.

“I can’t wait to show everyone Cameron Vuong 2.0,” added Vuong.

“It’s my first fight under Ben Davison and he’s really got me on it. I’ve improved in every area. It’s another level down here. Every day I come to the gym, I feel like I’m under pressure. And it’s made a massive change in me. I feel like a whole new fighter.

“I’m really excited to be fighting to Sunderland, so close to home – but not quite home, it has to be said – for all my family and friends. And I’m sure it will be a happy night for both me and Pat.”

Pat McCormack is ready to ignite his rise up the rankings in less than two weeks time, when the Olympic hero battles tough Mexican puncher Miguel Parra in his native North East for the WBA Intercontinental Welterweight Championship on Saturday, September 6 – live on DAZN.

The Tokyo 2020 Games Silver Medalist for Team GB headlines in his hometown for the first time as part of a bumper Matchroom Boxing Fight Night at the sold-out, Sunderland Live.

And the undefeated Brit knows that a big, statement performance against Parra – who is on a run of three successive wins since last summer’s split decision defeat in Santa Monica by No.1 ranked Shakhram Giyasov – will go a long way in elevating his name in the World Title picture, where he in currently positioned neatly at No.8.

McCormack said: “I believe people have only seen about 65 per cent of me and I’m only getting better. In my last fight [victory over Robbie Davies Jr in February] I proved I’m better than British level, and a win on September 6 puts me up onto the world stage. 

“[Miguel] Parra is tough, game, and he’s been in there with some good people. So, I’ve got an opportunity to make a statement.

“I’m so glad this fight is in the North East. I’m going to get the win and look good doing it.”

Mark Dickinson, meanwhile, makes the inaugural defence of his English Super Middleweight Title when he collides with fellow North East rival Troy Williamson.

Dickinson said: “I’m really excited and confident about this fight. And I think it’s the perfect fight to show how good I really am.”

The popular, former WBO World Champion Sandy Ryan is back on British shores too, taking on the undefeated Jade Grierson, as the Derby fan-favourite launches her quest to rule the Welterweight division once again.

Blyth’s own Cameron Vuong returns for the first time since last March and is just a stone’s throw from his home patch as the highly-rated, unbeaten Lightweight prospect bids to successfully kickstart his partnership under new trainer Ben Davison when he battles Argentina’s Requen Facunda Arce.

And the best teenage talent in British boxing all get set for their second bouts in the professional ranks as Tiah-Mai Ayton, Adam Maca and Heavyweight sensation Leo Atang look to light up a stacked card in Sunderland – which features the pro debut of York Cruiserweight, Brad Casey.

Arnold Barboza Jr. went on the road and was able to win a 12-round split decision over Jack Catterall to win the WBO Interim junior welterweight title in Manchester, England.

It was a close contested fight, but Barboza was able to outwork Catterall, who himself was looking to counter-punch.

Barboza, 139.6 lbs of El Monte, CA won two cards 115-113 and Catterall won a card 115-113.

Barboza is 32-0. Catterall, 140 lbs of Chorley, ENG is 30-2.

Reece Bellotti stopped Michael Gomez Jr. in round one of their 12-rounds super featherweight bout.

In round five, Bellotii dropped Gomez with a hard body shot on a delayed reaction.

In round seven, Bellotti began to bleed over his right eye. Bellotti scored another knockdown and the fight was stopped by the corner of Gomez one second into round 10.

Belloti, 130 lbs of Watford, ENG is 20-5 with 15 knockouts. Gomez, 129.8 lbs of Manchester is 21-2.

Pat McCormack stopped Robbie Davies Jr. after round six of their round welterweight .

In round three, McCormack dropped Davies with a perfect left-right combination. Seconds later, it was a similar selection that put Davies down again before the bell sounded to end the round. Midway through round five, McCormack dropped Davies after a jab to the body was followed by a perfect right on the chin.

After the sixth round, the corner of Davies bowed their man out of the fight.

McCormack, 146.7 lbs of Washington, ENG is 7-0 with six knockouts. Davies, 145.9 lbs of Liverpool is 24-6.

In a battle of former world title challengers, James Dickens won a 10-round unanimous decision over Zelfa Barrett in a super featherweight fight.

Dickens, 129.5 lbs of Liverpool won by scores of 97-93 twice and 96-94 and is now 35-5. Barrett, 129.4 lbs of Manchester is 31-3.

Conner Tudsbury made an explosive pro debut with a second round stoppage over Sadam Mohamed Da Silva Catano in a six-round light heavyweight bout.

In round two, Tudsbury landed a big right that was followed by an uppercut that sent Caetano down the canvas, An unsteady Caetano go to to his feet, but the fight was called off at 2:01.

Tudsbury, 180.2 lbs of Manchester is 1-0 with one knockout. Da Silva Caetano, 179.1 lbs of Belgium is 7-6.

William Crolla remained undefeated with a first round stoppage over Ayloz Zakari in a six-round junior middleweight bout.

Crolla hurt Zakari with a left hook to the had that buckled him back towards the ropes. Crolla jumped on Zakari and landed seven shots and the fight was stopped as the corner waved towel at 2:43.

Crolla, 156.8 lbs of Manchester is now 7-0 with six knockouts. Zakari, 155.6 lbs of Spain is 5-8-1.

Aqib Fiaz stopped Lydon Chirchop in round three of their six-round lightweight bout.

In round two, Fiaz dropped Chirchop with a right to the body. In round three, Fiaz hurt Chirchop then landed four straight uppercuts that forced a stoppage at 2:00.

Fiaz, 135 lbs of Oldham, ENG is 13-1 with two knockouts. Chirchop, 134.8 lbs is 7-3.

Alfie Middlemiss won a four-round decision over Cain Singh in a featherweight bout.

Middlemiss, 127.4 lbs of Manchester won by a 40-37 score and is 2-0. Singh, 126.4 lbs of Middleshaw, ENG is 1-6-2.

Rising Welterweight star Pat McCormack will headline his first ever show when he puts his WBA Intercontinental Title on the line against undefeated American Peter Dobson at the Utilita Arena Newcastle on Saturday November 11, live worldwide on DAZN.

Matchroom return to Newcastle for their latest NXTGEN offering following Cyrus Pattinson’s unforgettable war with Welshman Chris Jenkins back in March, but this time all eyes will be on Tokyo 2020 Olympic Silver Medallist McCormack who takes his biggest step up to date. 

Sunderland’s McCormack (5-0, 4 KOs) has breezed through his first five opponents since turning pro in March 2022, claiming his first title in the paid ranks last time out in July as he retired Ton Dixon in four rounds to earn the WBA ranking title.

The Ben Davison-trained talent returns to the Utilita Arena Newcastle for the third time as defends his belt against New York’s Dobson (16-0, 9 KOs), who arrives on these shores full of confidence having won all 16 of his professional contests since turning over in 2014.

Residing in The Bronx, Dobson has fought exclusively in the US throughout his pro career, and the 33-year-old known as ‘Pistol Pete’ will be aiming to win his second title after outpointing Jeremy Nichols to claim the WBC USA Silver Welterweight crown in 2017.

Jarrow Super-Welterweight Ewan Mackenzie (8-0, 3 KOs) takes on Leeds’ Ishmael Davis (11-0, 5 KOs) in an Eliminator for the English Title and West Rainton’s Mark Dickinson (5-0, 1 KO) takes on Chatham’s Grant Dennis (18-5, 3 KOs) in an Eliminator for the English Middleweight Title, with the undefeated former Team GB standout looking to make it six wins from six fights since turning pro in October 2021.

Gateshead Lightweight Calum French (4-0, 1 KO) fights Shaun Cooper (13-5) over eight rounds, Essex Middleweight Jimmy Sains (1-0) looks to build on his debut win in Wembley last week, Newcastle Lightweight amateur standout Cameron Vuong steps through the ropes for a second time as a pro, Birltey Super-Lightweight Owen Rees (1-0, 1 KO) fights over six rounds and is joined on the card by his brother Ben Rees (1-0-1, 1 KO) who fights over six rounds at Light-Heavyweight. 

 “It’s a dream for me to headline a card in Newcastle, against an unbeaten American, it’s a step up and a chance for me make a statement,” said McCormack. “The goal is to eventually bring the regular big nights back to Newcastle.”

“Firstly I’d like to thank Matchroom for giving me the opportunity to showcase my talent,” said Dobson. “I was scheduled to fight Caoimhin Agyarko last year when he pulled out with an injury. My team has stayed in contact and this opportunity arose.

“Pat McCormack was a good amateur but with all due respect he’s never seen anything remotely close to my level as a pro. If you check my credentials, I’ve made a career out of showing up and beating guys I wasn’t expected to beat. This won’t be any different. I’ll break him down and stop him in his backyard.

“To be honest I’d stop this muppet and his brain dead brother in the same night. I genuinely think Eddie Hearn is one of the smartest guys in boxing. Unfortunately I’m going to show him that he f***d up in investing in this liability that is going absolutely nowhere in this sport.”

“The North East’s brightest star Pat McCormack returns to the Utilita Arena Newcastle to headline his first ever show as he defends his WBA Intercontinental Title against undefeated American Peter Dobson at the top of our latest NXTGEN show,” said Matchroom Sport Chairman Eddie Hearn. “Pat has looked flawless since joining the professional ranks in 2022 and I strongly believe that it won’t be long before he is bringing World Title fights back to the arena.He faces his toughest test to date in the shape of unbeaten Bronx hard man Peter Dobson who is supremely confident of handing the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Silver Medallist his first loss in the pros – this promises to be an electric fight. Some of the North East’s best up and coming talent get another chance to impress on home turf including Mark Dickinson, Calum French and Cameron Vuong. Catch it live around the world on DAZN.”

Ticket details will be announced soon. 

Dalton Smith scored an explosive seventh round stoppage over Sam Maxwell in a 12-round super ligh1tweight fight in Sheffield, England.

In round seven, Smith uncorked a perfect right to the side of the head that sent Maxwell down on his back with his right leg folded underneath and the fight was stopped mid-count at 1:34.

Smith, 139.4 lbs of Sheffield is 15-0 with 11 knockouts. Maxwell, 139.4 lbs of Liverpool, ENF is 17-2.

Pat McCormack remained undefeated with a stoppage of Tony Dixon after round four of their 10-round super welterweight bout.

McCormack landed a booming right on the jaw that put Dix on his back just before the bell rang for the end of round four. The towel was thrown in from Dixon’s corner in between rounds.

McCormack, 150.2 lbs of Washington, ENG is 5-0 with four knockouts. Dixon, 148.7 lbs of Mountain Ash, WAL is 14-5.

Hopey Price stopped James Beech Jr. after round seven of their 10-round featherweight bout.

Price beat down Beech until the fight was stopped in the corner following the seventh frame.

Price, 125.5 lbs of Leeds, ENG is 11-0 with four knockouts. Beech, 125.2 lbs of Bloxwich, ENG is 15-5.

Junaid Bostan went the distance for the first time, but was able to win a eight-round decision over Ryan Amos in a fight between undefeated junior middleweights.

Bostan, 155.4 lbs of Rotherham, ENG won by a 79-73 score and is now 6-0. Amos, 155 lbs of Nottingham, ENG is 10-1-1.

In a fight featuring undefeated lightweights, Lewis Sylvester won a razor-thin 10-round unanimous decision over Adam Cope.

Sylvester, 134.3 lbs of Hill. ENG won by scores do 96-94 twice and 96-95 and is now 12-0. Cope, 133.9 lbs of Hartlepool, ENG is 7-1.

In round eight, Sylvester had a little swelling under his left eye.

Beatriz Ferreira remained undefeated with a eight-round decision over Karla Ramos Zamora in a super featherweight fight.

In round eight, Zamora was bleeding from her mouth.

Ferreira, 132 lbs of Sao Paulo, BRA won by a 8-72 score and is now 3-0. Zamora, 130.4 lbs of Chimalhuacan, MEX is 10-10-1.

In a fight between undefeated super bantamweights, Nico Leivers won a six-round decision over Alberto Motos.

Leivers, 123.1 lbs of Mansfield, ENG won by a 59-55 score and is now 4-0-1. Matos, 121.1 lbs of Madrid, SPA is 4-1.

Cory O’Regan remained undefeated with a six-round decision over Jordan Ellison in a lightweight contest.

O’Regan, 137.5 lbs of Hackmondwike, ENG won by a 60-54 score and is now 10-0. Ellison, 138.8 lbs of Seaham, ENG was fighting for the 65th time.

Matchroom’s first NXTGEN card of the year at the Utilita Arena Newcastle on Saturday March 18 features some of the very best prospects in the North East and beyond looking to take the next steps in their promising careers, live worldwide on DAZN.

Former Team GB standout Cyrus Pattinson (5-0, 3 KOs) faces his toughest test so far in the professional ranks against Wales’ former British Welterweight Champion Chris Jenkins (23-6-3, 8 KOs) – with the pair clashing for the vacant WBA International Title. 

Alnwick’s Pattinson hasn’t put a foot wrong since turning over in Newcastle back in June 2021, winning all five of his contests – with three coming by way of knockout – and the 28-year-old southpaw picked up the vacant IBO Continental Title last time out in Nottingham.

Tokyo 2020 Olympic Silver Medallist turned Welterweight prospect Pat McCormack (3-0, 2 KOs) looks to wow his home crowd against Italy’s Dario Socci (15-7-2, 6 KOs) in his first scheduled eight-round contest. 

The Ben Davison-trained talent put pen to paper on a long-term promotional deal with Eddie Hearn last October and made a winning start to life under the Matchroom banner by outpointing Christian Nicolas Andino at Wembley’s OVO Arena in November. 

Birmingham Heavyweight Solomon Dacres (5-0,1 KO) gets the opportunity to fight for his first title in the paid ranks as he collides with Newcastle’s unbeaten Robert Ismay (11-0, 4 KOs) for the vacant English Heavyweight Title.

Leeds Super-Bantamweight contender Hopey Price (9-0, 3 KOs) fights for his second pro title as he continues his march up the 122lbs ladder, taking on Frenchman Thomas Masson (20-5-1, 7 KOs) for the vacant WBA Continental Title. 

West Rainton’s former Team GB Podium Squad member Mark Dickinson (4-0, 1 KOs) faces Bury’s Ben Ridings (5-3) over eight rounds at Middleweight and Gateshead Lightweight Calum French (3-0, 1 KO) fights Seaham’s Jordan Ellison (14-44-3, 1 KO) over eight rounds in a North East derby. 

Elsewhere on the card there’s action for Leicester Super-Bantamweight debutant Muhammad Ali, Darlington Super-Lightweight Ben Marksby (6-0), Eltham Super-Flyweight prospect Maiseyrose Courtney (1-0) and Sunderland Super-Featherweight Adam Reichard (1-0).

“I’m absolutely buzzing to be fighting in Newcastle on March 18,” said Pattinson. “2023 is a huge year for me and to be kicking it off by fighting in front of a home crowd in unreal. Nobody creates an atmosphere like the Geordies and I’m determined to put on a show for them in what is the biggest fight of my career so far. I cannot wait.”

“A win that I’m more than capable of come March 18 would most definitely put me back in the mix,” said Jenkins. “Winning a title means I have value in the sport and I’ll move on and fight who ever wants it. I’m an old school fighter, I’ll fight anyone!

“I’m expecting Cyrus to come out of the blocks like he always does and I’ll be ready for him. He looks a good come forward fighter, he does most things well but I’ve seen a few flaws in his fighting that I think I can use in the fight.”

“It’s great to be back up in Newcastle for our very first NXTGEN card of the year starring some of the brightest talents in the North East and beyond,” said Matchroom Sport Chairman Eddie Hearn. “We’ve enjoyed some brilliant nights in Newcastle over the years with the likes of Lewis Ritson and I can see Tyneside turning into a real hotbed of boxing talent with the next wave of headliners coming through. 

“Pat McCormack is one of the very best amateurs we’ve seen on these shores in recent times and I’m excited for a busy year with him. Cyrus Pattinson gets the chance to headline in front of home crowd as he takes a big step up against the experienced Chris Jenkins and there’s title action for Solomon Dacres and Hopey Price plus much more. Catch it all live around the world on DAZN.”

Tickets for Pattinson vs. Jenkins are priced £40, £60, £100 and £150 (VIP).

Are you a member of Utilita Arena Newcastle’s web club? Enjoy a presale with them at 10am on Thursday February 9.

Matchroom Fight Pass members will be able to purchase tickets from midday on Thursday February 9. Priority ticket info will be emailed directly to eligible members ahead of the on-sale time. 

General Sale tickets can be purchased via Stage Front and the Utilita Arena Newcastle from midday on Friday February 10.

In an entertaining heavyweight battle former world title challenger Dillian Whyte won a 12-round majority decision over Jermaine Franklin at The Wembley Arena in London.

The action went both ways with Franklin using quick hands to score some solid combinations. Whyte got into the fight in the middle rounds by landing some solid power shots, The 12th round saw some furious action with Whyte landing a big right hand that sent Franklin to the ropes. Franklin fought off the ropes and landed a nice right of his own. Many observers thought that Franklin deserved better. Whyte won by scores of 116-112 twice and 115-115.

Whyte landed of 608 punches; Franklin was 165 of 606.

Whyte, 241 lbs of Brixton, ENG is 29-3. Franklin, 257 lbs of Saginaw, MI is 21-1.

Wardley Remains Perfect and Stops Gorman in 3

Fabio Wardley kept his perfect knockout record as he stopped Nathan Gorman in round three of their 12-round heavyweight bout.

In round two Wardley dropped Gorman twice, both from hard right hands. In round three, Wardley dropped Gorman again with a big right that was followed by a left. Moments later, Gorman’s corner threw in the towel after sustaining more punishment, and the fight was stopped at 2:33.

Wardley, 240 lbs of Ipswich, ENG is 15-0 with 15 knockouts. Gorman, 271 lbs of Nantwich, ENG is 19-2.

McCormack Decisions Andino

Pat McCormack remained undefeated with a six-round decision over Christian Nicolas Andino in a welterweight bout.

McCormack landed 69 of 204 punches; Andino was just 17 of 121.

McCormack, 152 lbs of Sunderland, IRE won by 60-54 score and is now 3-0. Andno, 146 lbs of Buenos Aires, ARG is 16-6-2.

Sandy Ryan Decisions Sanchez

Sandy Ryan won a 10-round unanimous decision over Anahi Ester Sanchez in a super lightweight fight.

Ryan landed 120 of 355 punches; Sanchez was 105 of 419.

Ryan, 139 lbs of Derby, ENG won by scores of 100-92, 99-91 and 98-92 and is now 5-1. Sanchez, 138 lbs of Buenos Aires, ARG is 21-6.

Clarke Takes out Ulrich in 2

Cheavon Clarke stopped Jose Gregorio Ulrich in round two of their eight-round cruiserweight bout.

In round one, Clarke dropped Ulrich with a straight right. In round two, Clarke uncorked a vicious uppercut that twisted the body of Ulrich and the bout was stopped at 32 seconds.

Clarke. 198 lbs of Gravesend, ENG is 4-0 with four knockouts. Ulrich, 194 lbs of Maria Juan, ARG is 17-6.

Dickinson Decisions Onyenani

Mark Dickinson won a six-round decision over Gideon Onyenani in a middleweight contest.

Dickinson landed 74 of 293 punches; Onyenani was 72 of 243.

Dicksinson, 164 lbs of West Rainton, ENG won by a 59-56 tally and is now 4-0. Onyenani, 163 lbs of Chatham, ENG is 4-3.

George Liddard made a successful pro debut with a second round stoppage over Nikola Matic in a four-round middleweight bout.

At the end of the opening round, Liddard dropped Matic with a right to the body. The bout was stopped after a barrage from Liddard at 25 seconds of round two.

Liddard, 162 lbs of Billericay, ENG is 1-0 with one knockouts. Matic, 161 lbs of Caplinja, BOS is 18-51.

Thomas Carty remained undefeated with a fifth round stoppage over Pavlo Krolenko in a scheduled six-round heavyweight contest.

In round five, Carty dropped Krolenko with a short left hand. Carty scored a second knockdown after landing a hard flurry on the ropes. Krolenko got to his feet, but could not continue and the bout was stopped at 1:12.

Carty, 252 lbs of Dublin, IRE is 4-0 with three knockoouts. Krolenko, 242 lbs of Khartkiv, UKR is 3-10-1.

Matchroom Boxing have completed the double signing of Tokyo 2020 Olympic Silver Medallist Pat McCormack and decorated former Team GB Podium Squad member Mark Dickinson. 

McCormack (2-0, 2 KOs) enjoyed a glittering amateur career, culminating in Olympic silver in the Welterweight division. Before that, the 27-year-old from Sunderland won a gold medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast and a gold medal at the 2019 European Games in Minsk. The former Team GB ace has two knockout wins from two fights since turning professional with Ben Davison earlier this year. 

Durham’s Dickinson (3-0, 1 KO) made waves in the amateurs, representing Team GB on a number of occasions and earning gold at the European and Commonwealth Youth Games. The 23-year-old has made a perfect start to life in the paid ranks since turning over in October 2021, picking up three wins from three fights in the Middleweight division under the tutelage of Davison.

“I believe with the backing of Matchroom Boxing and DAZN I’m in the perfect place to be able to fulfil my potential,” said McCormack. “I’m looking forward to this exciting journey and truly believe I have what it takes to become a World Champion. There is nobody better to work alongside in boxing and I know that Matchroom and Eddie will promote me to the very top.”

“I am excited to get things moving with the backing of Matchroom Boxing and DAZN,” said Dickinson. “I believe there are some huge nights ahead for me and I’m excited and motivated to showcase myself and what I am capable of. With Ben, Matchroom and DAZN behind me I know I can go on to achieve big things in this sport.”

“I’m really excited for both of these journeys to push on,” said BenDavison. “Eddie, Matchroom Boxing and DAZN were keen on Pat and Mark and I believe this is the perfect place for them to be. They will be given the opportunities necessary to develop and fulfil their potentials. There’s no doubt about it, these lads are special talents and fans across the world are going to love watching them in person and live on DAZN.”

“I’m delighted to add two of Britain’s brightest stars in the North East Pat McCormack and Mark Dickinson to the Matchroom stable,” said Matchroom Sport Chairman Eddie Hearn. “Pat’s achievements in the amateurs speak for themselves. Silver medal at the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo, a gold medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast and a gold medal at the 2019 European Games in Minsk and many more. He’s one of the very best amateurs we’ve seen on these shores in recent times and I’m incredibly excited to guide his professional career moving forwards.

“Mark is one of the most exciting prospects in British boxing and another product of the famous Birtley Boxing Club. He had an outstanding amateur career, representing Team GB numerous times, whilst earning  gold medals at the Youth Commonwealth Games and the European Youth Championships. He’s made a perfect start to life in the pro ranks and there’s some big nights ahead for him. We’ve enjoyed some brilliant nights up in the North East over the years and both Pat and Mark are keen to bring big shows and World Titles back home.”

Follow McCormack’s journey on Instagram: patmccormack14 and Twitter: @PatMcCormack14

Follow Dickinson’s journey on Instagram: mark_dickinson and Twitter: @mark_dickinson1

NEWCASTLE, MARCH 23 – Lewis Ritson was roared on by his supporters when he came face-to-face with Dejan Zlaticanin at the weigh-in ahead of Probellum Throwdown in Newcastle tomorrow night.
Ritson headlines the big night of boxing at the Utilita Arena, which also sees stand-out amateur Pat McCormack make his highly anticipated professional debut, and the atmosphere as the local hero hit the scales was a taste of what is to come on Friday.

McCormack, who faces a late change of opponent, features as the co-main event with Troy Williamson defending his British super-welterweight title on a packed card.

UK fight fans can watch the action live on Eurosport’s linear channels, discovery+ and Eurosport App, with the fights also being shown around the world.

The broadcast is due to start at 9pm local time.

MAIN EVENT

2300

10 Rounds Super-lightweight contest

Lewis Ritson (22-2) 10st

Dejan Zlaticanin (24-3) 9st 13lbs

CO-MAIN EVENT

2230

6 Rounds Welterweight contest

Pat McCormack (debut) (weighs in tomorrow)

Justin Menzie (5-5-1) (weighs in tomorrow)

2130

BRITISH SUPER-WELTERWEIGHT TITLE – 12 Rounds

Troy Williamson (17-0-1) 11st

Mason Cartwright (17-2-1) 10st 13lbs 12oz

2100

6 Rounds Super-middleweight contest

Mark Dickinson (2-0) 11st 8lbs

Peter Kramer (11-4-3) 11st 6lbs

2000

10 Rounds Featherweight contest

Thomas Patrick Ward (31-0-1) 9st 3lbs

Alexis Boureima Kabore (28-5) 8st 13lbs

1940

6 Rounds Light-heavyweight contest

Ben Rees (debut) (weighs in tomorrow)

Greg O’Neill (6-6) (weighs in tomorrow)

1910

6 Rounds Welterweight contest

Joe Laws (12-1) 11st 11lbs

Alexey Tukhtarov (4-27-6) 10st 13lbs

1840

6 Rounds Cruisweight contest

Robert Ismay (10-0) (weighs in tomorrow)

Christian Adjoufack (0-7) (weighs in tomorrow)

1810

6 Rounds Super-flyweight contest

Joe Maphosa (11-1) 8st 5lbs

Santiago el Eusibio (3-3-2) 8st 4lbs

1750

4 Rounds Cruiserweight

Stephen Sayer (debut) 13st 8lbs

Daryl Sharp (6-85-1) 13st 12lbs

1730

4 Rounds Super-welterweight contest

Alex Farrell (6-0) (weighs in tomorrow)

Konstantin Alexandrov (10-53-4) (weighs in tomorrow)

FLOAT

4 Rounds Lightweight contest

Adam Cope (3-0) (weighs in tomorrow)

Jonny Phillips (5-9) (weighs in tomorrow)

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About Probellum???
Launched in September 2021, Probellum is a global boxing promotion and media company, and the fastest-growing brand in the sport.

Probellum’s elite stable of international fighters includes Nonito Donaire, Regis Prograis, Estelle Mossely, Lee McGregor, Donnie Nietes, Dina Thorslund and Muhammad Waseem.

But the company has also recruited the next generation of stars with Peter McGrail, Mark Dickinson and Pat and Luke McCormack and Shabaz Masoud among the young talents under the Probellum umbrella.

Since launching, Probellum has also signed co-promotional partnerships with some of the biggest promoters globally, including DiBella Entertainment (US), Wasserman (Germany), Universum (Germany), GYM (Canada), Maravilla Box (Spain), Team Ellis (Australia), Titov Boxing Promotions (Russia), Volcano Boxing (El Salvador), BXSTRS Promotions (Mexico), PR Best (Puerto Rico) Glozier Boxing (New Zealand), Box Office Sports (Ghana) and LNK Boxing (Latvia).?

LONDON, MARCH 23 – Richard Schaefer has made the same prediction about the future of Pat McCormack as he did for a young Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez – that the Olympian will become a pound-for-pound great.

Probellum President Schaefer said “nobody really believed” him when he told the boxing world that Alvarez was destined for the very top of the sport, when he began promoting the Mexican over a decade ago.

But Schaefer was proven correct as Canelo has grown into a multi-weight world champion and the biggest fighter on the planet.

McCormack, an Olympic silver medallist, makes his professional debut in Newcastle on Friday night at Probellum Throwdown and Schaefer says the 26-year-old will become a world champion and takeover the sport – just like Canelo.

“I know I am going to be right because I was right in 2009 when I signed young fighter and I said: ‘This guy is going to be the face of the sport, he’s going to be pound-for-pound the best fighter in the world’” Schaefer said.

“Nobody really believed me, they said it was promoter talk but that guy was Canelo Alvarez. I consider myself to be extremely fortunate to work with such a generational talent. I am telling you guys, remember where you heard it first, he will be world champion, he will be a superstar, he will be the face of the sport because he has all the ingredients.

“Pat was the most sought-after talent out there, irrespective of weight, following the Olympic Games and if he stays sharp, stays focused and doesn’t listen to all of these outside influences, then the sky is the limit. It is an honour to be able to work with Pat McCormack.”

McCormack faces Nicaragua’s Danny Mendoza over six rounds at the Utilita Arena and has promised to go looking for the spectacular knockout win if the chance presents itself.

“I’ve not boxed since the Olympics and feel like I was celebrating my silver medal for about five months!” McCormack said with a smile.

“But I’ve been training with Ben Davison since January, working on things and I trust Ben and the team, so I am going to go out there and do my thing on Friday night.

“If I smell blood I am going to take Mendoza out.”

McCormack’s coach Ben Davison added: “I’ve not seen someone make the adjustment that quickly before. When he first walked into the gym, he looked like a top amateur but now he looks a world champion. And to make those adjustments that quickly, to be honest with you, is quite mind-blowing for me and the other coaches in the gym.”

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About Probellum???
Launched in September 2021, Probellum is a global boxing promotion and media company, and the fastest-growing brand in the sport.

Probellum’s elite stable of international fighters includes Nonito Donaire, Regis Prograis, Estelle Mossely, Lee McGregor, Donnie Nietes, Dina Thorslund and Muhammad Waseem.

But the company has also recruited the next generation of stars with Peter McGrail, Mark Dickinson and Pat and Luke McCormack and Shabaz Masoud among the young talents under the Probellum umbrella.

Since launching, Probellum has also signed co-promotional partnerships with some of the biggest promoters globally, including DiBella Entertainment (US), Wasserman (Germany), Universum (Germany), GYM (Canada), Maravilla Box (Spain), Team Ellis (Australia), Titov Boxing Promotions (Russia), Volcano Boxing (El Salvador), BXSTRS Promotions (Mexico), PR Best (Puerto Rico) Glozier Boxing (New Zealand), Box Office Sports (Ghana) and LNK Boxing (Latvia).?

Los Angeles, CA – December 11, 2021 – Probellum is delighted to announce the signings of highly-rated twin brothers Pat and Luke McCormack as they turn professional.

The McCormack brothers had immense success during their time in the amateurs, with each of them proudly representing Team GB for a number of years.

Pat’s achievements include a silver medal at the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo, a gold medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast and a gold medal at the 2019 European Games in Minsk, while Luke won a gold medal at the 2018 EU Championships in Valladolid, a silver medal at the 2017 European Championships in Kharkiv and a bronze medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast.

The North East stars will now call time on their tremendous amateur careers and enter the paid ranks, teaming up with world-title winning trainer Ben Davison and joining an elite stable that includes the likes of Josh Taylor, Lee McGregor, Leigh Wood, Mark Dickinson and more.

At just 26-years-old, the McCormack brothers look destined for huge success in the sport, as they become the latest big names to sign with Probellum.

Probellum has also acquired an elite roster, including fighters such as Regis Prograis, Nonito Donaire, Donnie Nietes, Lee McGregor, Eimantas Stanionis, Arthur Biyarslanov, Taras Shelestyuk, Ricky Burns, Paul Butler, Lewis Ritson, Muhammad Waseem, O’Shaquie Foster, Hovhannes Bachkov, Darius Fulghum, Eduardo Hernandez, Mark Dickinson, Brandon Moore, Jack Bowen, Jason Mallia and and Francisco Rodriguez.

“We’re ecstatic to announce our plans to turn professional by signing with Probellum,” said Pat and Luke McCormack. “We are proud of what we achieved as amateurs, but now is the time to kick on and take our careers to the next level in the paid ranks.

“After our conversations with Probellum it was clear that they were the very best option for us, and we have full confidence that they will take us to the very top as we look to achieve our dreams of winning world titles.”

“It is a true honor to announce the signings of Pat and Luke McCormack,” said Richard Schaefer, President of Probellum. “They were some of the most sought-after fighters coming out of the Olympics, so to have them join Probellum is a massive statement of intent.

“We have an event in the North East of England on December 18 with some of the best talent from that area, and we’re certain that Pat and Luke can become the next big stars from that region.”

News on when Pat and Luke will make their respective professional debuts will be announced in due course.For live news and updates, be sure to follow Probellum on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.