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.

Shabaz Masoud (121.9lbs) vs Peter McGrail (121.7lbs)
EBU European Super Bantamweight Championship
12 x 3-minute rounds

Beatriz Ferriera (134.6lbs) vs Elif Nur Turhan (134.4lbs)
IBF World Lightweight Championship
10 x 2-minute rounds

Johnny Fisher (240.7lbs) vs Ivan Balaz (231.8lbs)
Heavyweight Contest
10 x 3-minute rounds

Conah Walker (146.9lbs) vs Pat McCormack (147lbs)
WBA International & IBF Inter-Continental Welterweight Titles

Hugo Micallef (138.9lbs) vs Sean McComb (139.7lbs)
IBF European Super-Lightweight Championship 
10 x 3-minute rounds

The festive fight magic is in the air and Matchroom chief Eddie Hearn believes it will be a “special night” live worldwide on DAZN this Saturday, December 6, for what promises to be a monumental Monte-Carlo Showdown VI.

The fighters descended on the spectacular Salle des Toiles Sporting Monte-Carlo on Thursday for the final Press Conference.

Shabaz Masoud and Peter McGrail top the blockbuster bill in the Principality as they collide in the main event for the EBU European Super Bantamweight Championship.

Beatriz Ferreira defends her IBF World Lightweight Title against Elif Nur Turhan in a scintillating co-main event, as Conah Walker and Pat McCormack – who shared a lively face-off exchange earlier today – clash in a pulsating Welterweight battle.

‘The Romford Bull’ Johnny Fisher returns against undefeated 6ft 6in Czech rival Ivan Balaz, whilst Northern Ireland’s Sean McComb faces Monaco’s hometown hero Hugo Micallef.

Watch the Press Conference in full below – and scroll down for a complete transcript.

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Eddie Hearn, Matchroom Sport Chairman:
“Welcome everybody to the stunning Monte-Carlo Showdown. The sixth instalment of this incredible event. We cannot wait to get underway on Saturday night. Of course, completely sold-out – this is by far the most popular event we’ve seen so far in this six-event series. So many international travellers coming to this very special place for a very special fight night. Like Jamie and Darren said, by far the strongest card we have ever seen here in Monte-Carlo. Boxing right now is red-hot. Just a few weeks ago we filled the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium with 70,000 people when Conor Benn beautifully defeated Chris Eubank Jr. We then flew to Saudi Arabia for The Ring 4 – one of the greatest cards we’ve seen top to bottom. Ben Whittaker’s viral knockout last week was incredible in Birmingham. This week here in Monaca before we head to Stockton. The big fights keep on coming. The small matter of Anthony Joshua against Jake Paul. Our first event in Ghana. A run out on a Wednesday evening at The O2. Back for the Night of the Samuri in Saudi Arabia. Look at 2026 already stacking up. Andy Cruz going for the World Championship on January 24th in Las Vegas. January 31st, quite incredible, Shakur Stevenson will take on Teofimo Lopez in New York whilst Josh Kelly fights Bakhram Murtazaliev for the World Championship. Wood-Warrington already locked in, Nunez against Navarrete and so much more to come, always exclusively live on DAZN – the Global Home of Boxing.”

Albert Manzone, Deputy Chief Executive Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de mer:
“Ladies and gentlemen, I wish you a warm welcome at the Sporting Monte-Carlo in this mythical Salle Des Etoiles. For more than 50 years this prestigious ballroom has been the theatre of Monaco’s prestigious events and famous stars. From Frank Sinatra to Celine Dion, Rhiana and much more – the stage has been the one of the stars. It is therefore not only a privilege, but a great pleasure to host here on Saturday evening the international boxing stars. In partnership with Matchroom Boxing at the occasion on the sixth edition of the Monte-Carlo showdown. Probably most renowned for its gaming luxury hospitality activities, Monte-Carlo also has a long tradition in sports. We look forward to welcoming you all on Saturday evening. Thank you.”

Michael Wittstock:
“Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. I’d like to welcome all of the boxers to the Principality on behalf of the Prince, Eddie and Frank from Matchroom Boxig. I please want you to enjoy the facility here, and I think the boys from Matchroom have put on a fantastic show for us on Saturday night. Obviously over time I’ve thanked everyone and explained how we got to where we are with the prestigious promoting company here. We started 13 years ago with the Prince’s blessing. Just to finish, there’s a very angry world out there today, and I’ve been following Matchroom over the last couple of years building bridges and creating friendships between all nations through boxing. I think a big compliment must go to Eddie and his team. If we had more people in the world doing that today I think we would live in a much better place than we have at the moment. So well done Eddie, it’s a pleasure dealing with you, and thank you very much.”

Laurent Puons, General Director of the Monegasque Boxing Federation:
“First of all I would like to thank everyone for being here. Welcome to Monaco. As Eddie said, on Saturday night we are going to have the opportunity and the privilege to attend a prestigious and amazing event, a very interesting boxing event, in Monte-Carlo, in this beautiful venue. Thank you to SBM for your support in organising event. I said amazing because I am impressed by the level of the fights and the level of the boxers who will be in the ring on Saturday night. Interesting because I could say that it is very important, on Saturday night believe me, we can’t give the name of the winner before the end of the fight. It’s very important in the boxing world. Now I would just like to remind you that our boxer Hugo Micallef started his career in Monaco, in this venue more than 10 years ago. On Saturday night he will fight for an international title. The Monagas Boxing Federation and myself would like to congratulate you. I am very proud of you.”

Sean McComb:
“I would just like to thank yourself and Frank and everybody who has helped get me here. The Monaco Boxing Federation obviously have high expectations of Huge Micallef and what he brings to the table. I have full belief and full trust in my own ability to overcome any challenge. Even if it is in someone else’s back garden. This is what I have trained for. This is the opportunity that I want. My family is burying my grandmother today, so it just shows you how hungry I am to be here. This is the opportunity that I want and we’re ready for it. The Irish always travel well. They travel in numbers. They can outnumber people with the noise they carry. That’s something special with Irish support. It’s great to give them the opportunity to come out here to a place like Monaco.”

Hugo Micallef:
“I love when they count me out. All my life they have counted me out. I’m from Monaco, in the boxing world people say, ‘what, from Monaco?’ It’s like it is impossible. When I was an amateur in the Olympic qualification, they counted me out. In all of the tournaments I was in, they counted me out. On Saturday night I am going to win and say that’s because I’m in Monaco. Keep counting me out. We’ll see on Saturday night. I know my capacity. The team knows my capacity. The most important thing here I believe is to come back with the title. I wasn’t really concerned about who the opponent was, I was more concerned about the title. That’s how and why I am here now. That’s what I said in the other interviews. I don’t feel the pressure. I’ve already boxed in Monaco in my career maybe six or seven times. One time as a professional. I know the ambience and I know the vibes of Monaco during fight week. I’m in my bubble until the fights finish. I don’t feel nothing. When the fight finishes I feel happy, and that’s the moment I can enjoy.”

Ivan Balaz:
“For me it was a short notice fight. I grabbed it with both hands, and I’ve come here to win in style. We have with my team some tactics for this fight. We hope they will work on Johnny. It is a very big fight for me. For me it can be a life-changing fight.”

Johnny Fisher:
“First of all, thank you to the Principality of Monaco for making us feel so welcome. It’s exciting to be here. When I started my career, moments like this and memories like this are what we wanted to create. As you said. I’ve got a new trainer, I’ve got a new regime, and my job is to go in there and destructive, and that’s what I’m going to do. For me it makes no difference if we fight in Romford, Monaco or Saudi Arabia – my job is always going to be the same and that’s to be The Romford Bull. Perhaps in the past I’ve tried to change what I am too much. I am The Romford Bull, I’m an aggressive, attacking fighter and I believe I’m going to show the best of that on Saturday night.

Beatriz Ferreira:
“I’m very happy to be here again. I know the importance of this fight. I’m ready and I’m happy to be here in Monaco once again. This very important event is special to me. It is amazing. I am very happy. I believe it is going to be a war. We are going to put on a show for the public. She won’t be able to take the belt – that is not going to happen.”

Elif Turan:
“First of all, sorry my English isn’t very good. Welcome. Before this fight I fought in eleven fights, I haven’t lost yet but every single fight, including this one, I’ve prepared as if it is a championship fight. I know my opponent has prepared as well as I have. She is a warrior, and I am a warrior too. On Saturday night we are going to find out who prepared the best, and hopefully that is me. It’s not about fight night, or the fight week build-up to the fight. It’s all about the preparation before the fight I’ve trained like a warrior. I’ve put myself through the paces. Bringing the belt back to my country is as important as anything. Hopefully we can do that. I’m sure that Saturday is going to be a war. I’ve prepared for a war. Thank you very much.”

Conah Walker:
“That was the reason I picked Pat – to be the underdog. I thrive off it. It’s where I’m at home. We had the opportunity to take a voluntary defence of the British Title. I said no because I wanted a challenge. I’ve done my apprenticeship and I’m here for big fights now. I’m British Champion and I’ve defended. I’m meant to be here now. Six fights ago you brought me in to lose. What a mistake that was! I’m just over the moon with getting the opportunity to fight here and fight such a good fighter, because he’s a great fighter. I’m just too hungry, I’ve got too much in the tank for him.”

Pat McCormack:
“Activity is key, that’s the only thing we were missing. I was out for a little bit with an injury but we’re back now. We’ve had a good year this year and we’re going to finish it strong. My last performance was probably my best performance and it was the best fighter I’ve faced so far. I’ve always said when the level goes up my performances go up. I’ve had 9 fights as a pro but I feel like I’m a lot further ahead than 9 fights. I never really look at the odds to be honest. He’s obviously at my weight, he’s boxed a few lads from the North East. As soon as he won the British Title I thought, this fight is definitely going to happen.”

Shabaz Masoud:
“First all praise goes to God. I worked my way up to this position. I’m ready, I’m more than ready for a fight like this. I’m going to show everyone what time it us. I’ve been in the gym the whole year, even when I had that injury, I was still in the gym working on other things. You can ask anyone in the team, I’m a bit of a gym rat, I’m always in the gym. Peter is a very god fighter. He’s got good skills and stuff. I believe in myself, and I know what I’ve got. A lot of people are going to see on Saturday night.”

Peter McGrail:
“I’m excited for this fight. It’s a main event in Monte-Carlo and it’s for the European Title. It’s a big one. It’s the biggest fight of my life to date and it’s going to be a great fight. One hundred percent Ed. One hundred percent. I’ve been working so hard this camp. I’m up against a very very good fighter. I’m in the shape of my life and you’ll all see that on Saturday night. He’s a very good fighter but I believe I’m a great fighter.”

Shabaz Masoud meets Peter McGrail for the IBO World & Vacant EBU European Super Bantamweight Titles in the main event on Saturday, December 6 as part of an incredible line-up at Monaco’s exquisite Salle Des Étoiles – in partnership with Société des Bains de Mer and Casino de Monte-Carlo, live worldwide on the Global Home of Boxing, DAZN. 

The pair were due to meet earlier this year but can now look forward to a pre-Christmas cracker in one of the world’s most premier destinations.

Masoud last fought in November last year when he memorably won the IBO crown by defeating Liam Davies in a hard fought split decision win. And his collision course with McGrail was confirmed back in June when the Merseyside fighter defeated Ionut Baluta with a majority decision triumph.

An excited Masoud, trained by Ben Davison, believes that fight fans are in for a real treat.

“I was gutted when the fight got postponed the first time around,”said Masoud.

“But for it to now be headlining in Monte-Carlo, one of the most luxurious destinations in the world. I’m excited, I think it’s going to be a fan-friendly fight and one that will leave a mark on the fans who attend and those who tune in.”

McGrail shares Masoud’s enthusiasm – but insists he will be leaving Monte-Carlo with all the belts.

“It’s time to shine baby,”said McGrail. 

“I have never been so excited for a fight since my debut. I’m No.1.”

In the co-main event, we look forward to arguably one of the best female fights in Boxing as Brazil’s unbeaten Olympic hero Beatriz Ferreira puts her IBF World Lightweight Championship on the line against the dangerous, fellow undefeated, ‘Golden Turk’ Elif Turhan.

Defending champion Ferreira – who last year defeated Licia Boudersa at Salle Des Étoiles – said: “I am excited to return to Monte Carlo again to defend my World title. My opponent is coming with a big reputation but the bigger the challenge the better I perform and I will show that in the ring on December 6. I only want the biggest challenges and I am ready to fight anyone out there to prove that I am the best in the world!”

Turhan, who knocked out France’s Rima Ayadi back in August, expects her fight with Ferreira to be an all-out war.

Turhan said:“She [Ferreira] has good boxing technique and is a good boxer. I’ve known her and followed her for a while. We’re both undefeated. We’re both warriors, and this will be a real war.”

Two of Britain’s elite Welterweights in Conah Walker and Tokyo 2020 Olympic silver medalist Pat McCormack, meanwhile, collide in what promises to be a classic in Monte-Carlo. 

“I’m absolutely buzzing to be fighting in the Principality. It’s a massive stage and a massive fight. I cannot wait,”said Walker.

McCormack, who impressed last month with his WBA Welterweight Eliminator win in Sunderland over Miguel Parra, said: “My amateur career has taken me around the world and now I am excited to visit one of the few locations it hasn’t yet taken me. 

“Me and Conah are two fighters with great momentum. Many thought he beat Lewis Crocker who is the current world champion, so I’m looking forward to using that to make a statement. And what better place to do it than Monte-Carlo and, of course, the home of boxing, DAZN.”

The hugely popular Heavyweight Johnny ’The Romford Bull’ Fisher is back in action too, fighting in the Principality for the first time – and under the guidance of new trainer, Tony Sims – when he faces Uganda’s knockout artist Herbert Matovu (9-1, 8 KOs). 

Fisher said:“It’s time to get this show back on the road. Bosh!”

And the stacked undercard gets even better with Northern Ireland’s Sean McComb defending his IBF European Super Lightweight Championship against Monaco native Hugo Micallef. 

McComb said: “It’s an amazing opportunity to be boxing in Monte-Carlo on a Matchroom show, which is the biggest platform in Boxing. I’m very excited and hopefully I can bring over a huge amount of support with me to make a massive noise. I’m looking forward to putting on a massive, world-class performance. 

Tickets go on General Sale this Friday. Official early bird ticket packages, for two people, are on-sale now, starting from £1,400. That includes a two-night stay at the 5-star Hotel Hermitage, Monte-Carlo (Friday 5th – Sunday 7th December, 2025), with guaranteed access to the Weigh-In, a meet and greet with promoter Eddie Hearn, a Fight Night poster exclusively signed by the Main Event fighters, and two reserved floor Fight Night tickets. Please note: flights and ground transportation are not included within this package and must be purchased separately. 

Matchroom Sport Chairman Eddie Hearn said: “This really is the best card we have ever staged in the Principality. Monte-Carlo oozes with class and, over the years, we have matched it by delivering some truly memorable Fight Nights showcasing some of the biggest and best talent in the sport. Saturday, December 6, promises to match it once more with another unmissable evening. Get your tickets – and be ready to look sharp in your tuxedo too!”

DAZN VP Alfie Sharman added:“Monaco is always one of the highlights of our year and this card is a wonderful early festive treat for fight fans! Watching live and exclusive worldwide on DAZN.” 

THE EAGERLY AWAITED super bantamweight showdown between Liam Davies and Shabaz Masoud, with the IBO world championship at stake, will now occur at the BP Pulse Arena (Formerly Resorts World Arena) in Birmingham on Saturday, November 2.

The fight was initially scheduled in July before illness ruled out the champion. Challenger, the undefeated Masoud (13-0, 4 KOs) did see action on the night and subsequently clashed with his rival afterwards as the pair set the scene for a classic confrontation.

Davies (16-0, 8) was last out in Birmingham when he seized his IBO title with a blistering second-round stoppage of Erik Robles Ayala. During his remarkable rise in the sport, Davies has previously become British, European, WBC International, and WBO International champion.

The Undercard and ticket information will be released shortly.

“This is a fight we have been waiting for, and I reckon it will be worth the wait,” said promoter Frank Warren on the Davies-Masoud headliner. “Liam and Shabaz will deliver a top-quality fight, and the rivalry and bad feelings between the pair are simmering. I don’t think they are on each other’s Christmas card list.

Our bumper Birmingham shows have all delivered so far, and I expect more of the same and a huge crowd on November 2.”

LIAM DAVIES WILL defend his IBO world super bantamweight title against Shabaz Masoud and Nathan Heaney will rematch Brad Pauls for the British middleweight title as part of another bumper Magnificent Seven production to be staged at the Resorts World Arena in Birmingham on Saturday, 20 July.

Tickets for the bumper Magnificent Seven show at Resorts World Arena on Saturday, 20 July are on sale now from: theticketfactory.com.

Featuring on what will be an action-packed night will be Queensberry new girl Chantelle Cameron, English heavyweight champion Sol Dacres up against David Adeleye, WBO European and English welterweight champion Owen Cooper taking on Ekow Essuman, British and Commonwealth bantamweight champion Ashley Lane defending against Liverpool firebrand Andrew Cain and a return to the ring for Commonwealth Silver light heavyweight champion Ezra Taylor.

Defending the IBO title he won in spectacular fashion against Erik Robles Ayala in March is Telford favourite Davies (17-0, 8), who enters into a domestic duel against unbeaten Stoke talent Masoud (12-0, 4), holder of the WBA Intercontinental title.

British champion Heaney (18-0-1, 6 KOs) will play it again against the Newquay Bomb Pauls (18-1-1, 10), with the pair having fought to a captivating draw at the same arena in March with over 2,000 fans from Stoke in attendance. Second time around success over Pauls would represent the next step of Heaney’s passion-fuelled mission to fulfil his middleweight dreams.

The vacant WBC Interim world super lightweight championship will be on the line for the Queensberry debut of former undisputed world champion Cameron (18-1, 8), who makes her return to the ring after being edged out in a majority decision in her rematch against Katie Taylor in Dublin in November of last year, having defeated the Irish legend in May.

Local heavyweight favourite Dacres (8-0, 2) will defend his English title for a second time against British title challenger David Adeleye (12-1, 11), the former WBO European champion, who was unsuccessful in his championship challenge against Fabio Wardley over in Riyadh in October of last year.

It promises to be a fascinating heavyweight collision where both fighters will be bidding to nudge themselves towards the leading pack of the division.

WBO European and English welterweight champion Cooper (10-0, 4) from Worcester, fresh off a breakthrough stoppage of previously undefeated young rival Eithan James in March, takes on the challenge of the hugely experienced former British and Commonwealth champion Ekow Essuman (19-1, 7), who made four successful defences of the Lonsdale belt he won by defeating Chris Jenkins in July 2021.

A brutal encounter will be anticipated at bantamweight when British and Commonwealth champion Lane (18-10-2, 3) from Bristol defends his titles against the Liverpool knockout specialist Cain (11-1, 10), who returned to the ring earlier this month after recovering from a severe fracture to his hand. Lane, 33, comes into the fight following two brutal stoppage victories over English champion Jordan Purkiss and former WBC International champion Chris Bourke.

Also featuring will be Nottingham’s hot light heavyweight champion prospect Taylor (8-0, 6) making a first defence of his title, plus three-time National champion Dan Kerrigan making his professional debut over four rounds at super lightweight.

“The depth and quality of this fight card in Birmingham is unrivalled in this country,” stated promoter Frank Warren. “The Magnificent Seven concept is proving hugely popular and getting stronger each time.

“The lucky fans who snap up the tickets for the Resorts World Arena on July 20 will be treated to seven seriously meaningful title fights with so much on the line for our Queensberry fighters.

“Nathan Heaney rightly jumps back in with Brad Pauls following their hugely entertaining encounter last time out, which was declared a draw, with Liam Davies defending his IBO world title in a cracking domestic scrap against the highly-skilled Shabaz Masoud.

“We’ve got three really tasty scraps to feast our eyes on with Sol Dacres and David Adeleye looking to make some serious noise at heavyweight and Owen Cooper vs Ekow Essuman has the makings of a welterweight barnstormer. Ashley Lane against Andrew Cain has, quite simply, got fight written all over it.

“We will also get the chance to welcome one of the most exciting female fighters in the business, Chantelle Cameron, to the Queensberry ranks, plus the charismatic light heavyweight star in the making Ezra Taylor taking his next step towards stardom.

“This is a fight night you really shouldn’t miss.”

Tickets for the bumper Magnificent Seven show at Resorts World Arena on Saturday, 20 July are on sale now from: theticketfactory.com.

Shabaz Masoud took a 10-round split decision over Jose Sanmartin in a super bantamweight in Newcastle, England.

Masoud, 121,7 lbs of Stoke, England won by scores of 98-92 and 96-

Cameron Vuong won a six-round unanimous decision over John Henry Mosqueura in lightweight bout.

Vuong, 137.55 lbs of Blyth, ENG won by scores of 60-54 on all cards and is now 2-0. Mosquera, 139.5 lbs of Tottenham, ENG is 5-5.

Jeff Ofori stopped previously undefeated Callum French in the eighth and final round of their lightweight bout.

In round three, French was bleeding around the left eye.

In round eight, the corner of French threw in the towel at 32 seconds.

Ofori, 138 lbs of Tottenheim, ENG is 13-5-2 with four stoppages. French, 137.75 lbs of Gateshead, ENG is 4-1.

Mark Dickinson stopped Grant Dennis in round five of their 10-round middleweight bout.

In round five Dickinson dropped Dennis with a flurry of punches and the bout was stopped at 1:10.

Dickinson, 159.3 lbs of West Rainton, ENG is 6-0 with two knockouts. Dennis, 163.4 lbs of Chartham ENG is 18-6.

Ishmael Davis stopped Ewan Mackenzie in round eight of their 10-round super welterweight bout.

In round eight, Davis battered a bloody Mackenzie until the corner threw in the towel at 2:44.

Davism 153.65 lbs of Leeds, ENG is 12-0 with six knockouts. Mackenzie, 153.4 lbs of Jarrow ENG is 8-1.

Ben Rees got off the deck to stop Sadaam Moamed De Silva Caetano in round five of their six-round light heavyweight bout.

In round two, Caetano dropped Rees with a short right hand.

In round five, Rees hurt Catetano with a right and a follow-up flurry forced a referee stoppage

Rees, 184.45 lbs of Ashington, SA is 2-0-1 with two knockouts. Caetano, 183.4 lbs of Bruggs, BEL is 7-4.

Jimmy Sains stopped Jesus Lobeto in round two of their four-round middleweight contest

Sains landed a series of punches of on the ropes and the fight was stopped at 1:07.

Sains, 162.45 lbs of Brentwood, ENG is 2-0 with two knockouts. Loberto, 165.75 lbs of Principado de Asturias, SPA is 1-3-1.

Owen Rees stopped Konrad Czajkowski in round five of their six-round super lightweight fight.

Rees dominated the action and ended the fight after landing a couple of big right hands at 2:25.

Rees, 141.55 lbs of Birtlye, ENG is 2-0 with two knockouts. Czajlowski, 141.5 lbs of Skladowice, POL is 2-2-1.

6 x 3 mins International Super-Lightweight contest 
OWEN REES 141.55 lbs v KONRAD CZAJKOWSKI 141.5 lbs
(Birtley, England)              (Skladowice, Poland)

followed by

4 x 3 mins International Middleweight contetst
JIMMY SAINS 162.45 lbs v JESUS LOBETO 165.75 lbs 
(Brentwood, England)         (Principado de Asturias, Spain)

followed by

6 x 3 mins International Light-Heavyweight contest
BEN REES 184.45 lbs v SADAAM MOAMED DE SILVA CAETANO 183.6 lbs
(Ashington, South Africa)  (Brugge, Belgium)

followed by

19:00 LIVE ON DAZN

10 x 3 mins Eliminator for English Super-Welterweight Title
EWAN MACKENZIE 153.4 lbs v ISHMAEL DAVIS 153.65 lbs
(Jarrow, England)                      (Leeds, England)

followed by

10 x 3 mins Eliminator for English Middleweight Title
MARK DICKINSON 159.3 lbs v GRANT DENNIS 163.4 lbs
(West Rainton, England)       (Chatham, England)

followed by

8 x 3 mins Lightweight contest
CALUM FRENCH 137.75 lbs v JEFF OFORI 138 lbs
(Gateshead, England)               (Tottenham, England)

followed by

6 x 3 mins International Lightweight contest
CAMERON VUONG 137.55 lbs v JOHN HENRY MOSQUEURA 139.5 lbs
(Blyth, England)                           (Tottenham, England)

followed by

10 x 3 mins WBA Intercontinental Super-Bantamweight Title
SHABAZ MASOUD 121.7 lbs v JOSE SANMARTIN 120.2 lbs
(Stoke, England)                         (Barranquilla, Colombia)  

Undefeated Super-Bantamweight slickster Shabaz Masoud has signed a multi-fight promotional deal with Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing. 

One of the brightest talents in Britain, Shabaz has won all eleven on his professional contests since turning over at the Bolton Whites Hotel with a third round TKO win over Stefan Sashev back in May 2018.

The 27-year-old from Stoke is trained and managed by Ben Davison out of the Ben Davison Performance Centre in Harlow, Essex alongside two-time Featherweight World Champion Leigh Wood and rising Super-Welterweight star Pat McCormack.

‘Maverick’ (11-0, 4 KOs) picked up the WBA Intercontinental Title last time out in November by stopping fellow unbeaten rival Jack Bateson in the twelfth and final round of their clash at the Utilita Arena Sheffield. 

Masoud, a former Sports Development student at Staffordshire University, hopes to follow in the footsteps of Prince Naseem Hamed and Amir Khan as a new wave of British-Asian fighters rise to the top of the sport.

“Alhamdulillah this is a huge step in the right direction for my career,” said Masoud. “Inshallah I’m a future World Champion and Matchroom have put together the path to make that happen. I want to thank Ben, Eddie and Frank for this opportunity. I’ve worked my whole life to seize it with both hands and that’s what I will be doing!

“To get the deal over the line there was a lot of back and forth. I wanted to be at the right place and I feel like this is the right time as well. I just can’t wait for a fight date now. I want to show the world what I’m about. It’s time to shine now. 

“Training down at the Ben Davison Performance Centre, a lot of the guys there are signed with Matchroom. We all bounce off each other, we learn from each other and I feel like you’ve got to surround yourself with winners. We’re all coming to do big things. We want to be the best gym in Britain.

“When fans tune in to watch me live on DAZN all around the world they should expect slickness, beautiful boxing, power and speed. You’re going to get a bit of everything. I want to bring those big nights up to Stoke. Don’t blink.”

“I’m incredibly excited about signing one of the brightest Super-Bantamweight contenders in Britain.” said Matchroom Sport Chairman Eddie Hearn. “He is a special talent with a big future in the sport. Ben Davison is very confident that Shabaz has what it takes to become a multi-weight World Champion. He showed what he’s capable of in his last fight, impressively stopping the undefeated Jack Bateson in the final round to pick up his first pro title. There’s plenty more to come from Shabaz and I can’t wait to get this journey started.”

“I’m excited for this partnership,” said Ben Davison. “Shabaz is a special talent with remarkable potential, he has a great blend of style with plenty of substance. Say hello to Matchroom and DAZN’s soon to be World Champion. Shabaz will underachieve if he doesn’t become a World Champion, if not a multi-weight World Champion. 

“Shabaz is a very good student and he’s great to worth with. He’s a dedicated lad, travels a long way down here to the gym in Essex to work. He has the type of style that you don’t regularly see from the UK. He’s aggressive at times, he’s versatile, he’s slick, flamboyant and he has a little habit of showboating here and there which we’re not too keen on! There’s a lot he can offer.”

You can follow Masoud’s journey on Twitter: @ShabzMasoud and Instagram: shabaz_maverick_masoud

Sunny Edwards defended his IBF Flyweight title with a 12-round unanimous decision over Felix Alvarado in Sheffield, England.

Edwards, 111.4 lbs of Croydon, ENG won by scores of 116-112 and 115-113 twice and is now 19-0. Alvarado, 111.2 lbs of Managua, NIC is 38-3.

Shabaz Masoud stopped Jack Bateson in the final round of their 12-rond super bantamweight bout.

In round 12, Masoud dropped Bateson with a short left. With Bateson hurt, Masoud landed a big flurry of about 20 unanswered punches in the corner, and the bout was stopped at

Masoud, 121.7 lbs of Sloan, ENG is 11-0 with four knockouts. Bateson, 120.7 lbs of Leeds, ENG is 17-1.

Olympic Gold Medal winner Herbert Conceicao won a six-round decision over Gideon Onyenani in a middleweight contest.

Conceicao, 163.1 lbs of Brazil won by a 60-54 score and is now 3-0. Onyenani, 162.6 lbs of Kent. ENG is 4-2.

Marcel Braithwaite won a 12-round split decision over Thomas Essomba in a super flyweight bout.

Braithwaite, 115.6 lbs is now 14-3. Essombam 114.5 lbs is 11-8-1.

Alin Florin Cioceri won an eight-round decision over Levi Kinsionia in a lightweight bout.

Cioceri, 136.5 lbs of Romania won by a 77-76 score and is now 17-3-1. Kinsionia, 136.7 lbs of Sheffield, ENG is 9-3.

Ishmael Davis stopped Dustin Annmann in round five of their eight-round super welterweight bout.

Davis landed a huge flurry on the ropes in round five. That onslaught took Ammann to the corner until the fight was stopped at 2:05.

Davis, 159.6 of Leeds, ENG is 10-0 with four knockouts. Ammann, 157.7 lbs of Germany is 7-8.

Nicolie Campbell won a six-round decision over Frane Radnic in a super middleweight bout.

Campbell, 169.2 lbs of England won by a 60-54 score and is now 10-1. Radnic, 169.1 lbs of Croatia is 11-35.

Former world title challenger Jono Carroll stopped Patrick Ayi Aryee in round four of a scheduled 10-round super featherweight bout.

In round four, Carroll trapped Aryee in the corner and unloaded about 35 unanswered blows that forced a (late) referee stoppage at 2:07.

Carroll, 131.4 of Ireland is 22-7 with seven knockouts. Aryee, 131.4 lbs of Accra, GHA is 21-1-1.

Foster Decisions Yaqubov

O’Shaquie Foster won a 12-round unanimous decision over Muhammadkhuja Yaqubov in a super featherweight contest.

Foster, 129.8 lbs of Houston, TX won by scores of 118-109 and 117-110 twice and is now 19-2. Yaqubov, 129.6 lbs is 18-1.

Masoud stops Boyeux after 2

Shabaz Masoud stopped Yoann Boyeux after round two of their scheduled 10-round super bantamweight bout.

Masoud hurt Boyeux several times in the six-minutes of action and the fight was stopped after the 2nd frame.

Masoud, 121.7 lbs of England is 10-0 with three knockouts. Boyeux, 121.7 of France is 43-7.

Jamie Robinson and Billy Allington fought to a six-round draw in a junior welterweight contest.

The referee issued a 76-76 scpre.

Robinson, 141 3/4 lbs of Bolsover, ENG is 10-4-2. Allinson, 141 1/4 lbs of Echam, ENG is 8-1-3.

Nathan Bendon won a six-round decision over previously undefeated Erik Apresyan in a junior middleweight fight.

In round six, Apresyan was deducted a point for pushing Bendon down.

That was the difference as Bendon won by a 57-56 score.

Bendon, 155 lbs of Sutton Coldfiield, ENG is 4-3-1. Apresyan, 152 /34 lbs of Poland is 7-1.

Sean Duffy stopped Paul Holt in round three of a scheduled four-round lightweight bout.

In round two, Holt was cut around the right eye and Duffy was cut around the left eye.

In round three, Duffy dropped Holt with a body shot for the 10-count at 1:03.

Duffy, 134 lbs of Keady, IRL is 4-0 with two knockouts. Holt, 134 lbs of Birmingham, ENG is 7-10.

Shabaz Masoud stopped Louis Norman in round four of their scheduled six-round super bantamweight bout.

In round four, Masoud landed a hard right that sent Norman to the canvas. Seconds later, Norman was knocked down again, and the towel from the corner was thrown in at 1:12.

Masoud, 122 1/4 lbs of Stoke-On-Trent, UK is 8-0 with two knockouts. Norman, 121 3/4 lbs of Shepsted, ENG is 14-9-1.

SHABAZ MASOUD IS looking to illuminate Arena, Birmingham when he makes his second appearance under the Frank Warren promotional banner on November 30.

It would be fair to say the flamboyant 23-year-old lit up the FD Arena in Leeds earlier this month when he moved to 6-0 with a comprehensive points victory over the tough Nicaraguan Yesner Talavera.

The fight was a feast of snappy hand speed and flashy footwork as the young man from Stoke, known as ‘The Maverick’ introduced himself to BT Sport viewers in his first televised action.

Commentators and fans liked what they saw and, given his showman-like style, comparisons were naturally made with a certain Mr Naseem Hamed, who just happens to be Masoud’s boxing hero.

It would not be over-egging the pugilistic pudding to say that Masoud was more than satisfied with his night’s work.

“You know what, it was a buzz,” reflected the super bantamweight. “I enjoyed every minute and I was buzzing with the performance as well.

“All I wanted was the exposure and I got that as well as shining under the big lights,” he continued, adding that the experience was over and above what he hoped for and anticipated.

“It was even better! I have always visualised things from a young age and it was picture perfect for me.

“It was just walking to the venue, seeing everything, seeing everyone and the big lights. When I saw Mr Frank Warren sitting down to watch me I thought ‘Yo, I’m going to perform tonight’.

“I wanted to put a little show on for everyone so I did my job.

“Everything is about fun for me. When I get in there, as long as I am having fun I will do a good job. There was a little bit of nerves, not like I am scared, but the type of nerves I get are just over whether I will perform to my full potential – and I did.”

It was a case of great expectations going into the Leeds fight because the prospect of seeing Masoud in the flesh had been given the big build-up by those around him who had witnessed a sneak preview. In the days before fight night there was even something of a mini online campaign pressing for the new boy to be awarded a television slot.

So the young prospect had a lot to lose and much to live up to.

“As you know, diamonds are formed under pressure and the more pressure there is going to be in fights eventually the more I am going to shine,” he explained. “That is how I look at it.

“I’d give myself a strong seven out of 10. I could have gone through the gears more and taken him out, but he was a lot heavier and I think if he was my weight I would have stopped him.

“The thing is, I don’t want to force it and just want to box. As long as I am boxing in there the stoppage will come if it comes. I would enjoy beating someone up for 12 rounds!”

He is, however, aware that the occasional show-stopping finish thrown in for good measure always goes down well with a wider audience.

“It is true, but if I was landing my shots on an actual super bantam he wouldn’t be standing there. Plus when I get into later rounds I feel I get stronger and stronger. When I get up to 12 rounds that is when I will get more and more stoppages.

“Over time I will put a bit more muscle on and I am still growing and still a baby in boxing terms. I’ll keep doing what I’m doing.”

Onwards and upwards to Arena, Birmingham and Masoud predicts something of a Stoke takeover on the night of his seventh professional fight.

“I was buzzing when I found out I was on again and it is Birmingham as well! It is only like half an hour from my house and me and my friends and family actually live in Birmingham too some of the time.

“The tickets are gonna go mad.

“We are going to have a huge Maverick Army and probably the biggest turn-out you will see.”

Shabaz Masoud features on a stacked night of title action at Arena, Birmingham on November 30. WBO world bantamweight champion Zolani Tete defends his title against mandatory challenger John Riel Casimero, British super featherweight champion Sam Bowen defends his belt against Anthony Cacace and British and Commonwealth welterweight champion Chris Jenkins makes a defence against Liam Taylor. Lerrone Richards also takes on Lennox Clarke for the Commonwealth and vacant British super middleweight belt.

Sam Maxwell defends his WBO European super lightweight title against the also unbeaten Connor Parker from Derbyshire, while Hamzah Sheeraz will fight for his first major title at super welterweight.

Thrilling prospects Dennis McCann, Shabaz Masoud, Eithan James and George Davey also feature on the bill, along with talents from the local region in Nathan Heaney and River Wilson-Bent.

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FRANK WARREN has added to his ranks with the signing of 5-0 super bantamweight Shabaz Masoud to fight under the Queensberry Promotions banner.
 
Masoud, from Stoke-on-Trent, made his professional debut in May 2018 with a stoppage victory and has since notched up a further four points wins, with three coming over four rounds and one six-rounder in his last fight over Brayan Mairena at Villa Park in Birmingham.
 
Aside from shining in his learning fights, the 23-year-old is capturing the attention of both opponents and onlookers during sparring encounters up and down the country, with many tipping him for stardom, which is something ‘The Maverick’ believes is his destiny.
 
“You know what, I’m just buzzing to be signed by Frank because I know he is the world’s best promoter right now, I personally believe,” reacted Masoud to the career development. “The way he builds fighters, I know he will build me into a big champion.
 
“There are so many he has guided to the top, especially my favourite fighters. For example, Joe Calzaghe, I know he had a lot to do with Joe, and my favourite fighter of all time was Prince Naseem Hamed.
 
“Prince wouldn’t have been where he was if it wasn’t for Frank. I’ve been to the office and I’ve seen the statue of him. I asked if he was actually that tall and they said he was!,”  he added, before reflecting on the recent growth of his own profile.
 
“Day by day it is just getting better and better. Every day I spar with top lads and today I’ve been sparring with Sam Bowen and Brad Daws, who are bigger than me because I am only a super bantam.
 
“But if you work to the right game plan and make people miss, it is frustrating for them.
 
“Any super bantam in the country can get it from me. I call myself Maverick because I am different and I don’t think I’ve got one style. I mix it up and whatever needs to be done for the win gets done. No one has seen me scrap yet and I know there will be times in fights where I’ll have to – and I have got it in me.
 
“I break people down and, people might question my power, but if I didn’t have it then I would be walked down. People tuck up in their shell and I want someone to come at me. When they do it will be lights out.
 
“The whole point of being with Frank is I know he will get me the best exposure possible. All I need is a bit of exposure and I will go from strength to strength.”
 
Hall of Fame promoter Frank Warren sees the potential in his new signing.
 
“You know you are onto something with a young fighter when so many people tell you to take a look. Shabaz possesses enormous talent and is an entertainer who people will enjoy following the progress of.
 
“We already have so many fine young fighters on our books who are making great strides in the game and I fully expect Shabaz to follow suit. I am very much looking forward to working with him and helping him to realise his ambitions in the sport.
 
“It will certainly be an exciting journey.”

You can follow Shabaz Masoud’s journey on his social media accounts. 

Twitter – @ShabazMasoud

Instagram – /shabaz_maverick_masoud