The Manchester Arena was buzzing with excitement as fans gathered for a night of intense boxing action. The event featured a mix of seasoned champions and rising stars, each ready to prove their mettle in the ring.
In the main event, British Middleweight champion Denzel Bentley (18-3-1, 15 KOs) faced a tough challenge against WBA Continental Middleweight champion Nathan “Hitman” Heaney (18-0, 6 KOs). The fight was a closely contested affair, with both boxers showcasing their skills and determination. The early rounds saw an even exchange between the two, with Bentley pushing the pace and Heaney countering effectively. As the fight progressed, Heaney’s resilience and strategic boxing began to shine, leading to some critical moments in the later rounds that swayed the judges in his favor.
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The co-main event featured another exciting matchup, with WBC Silver Featherweight champion Nick Ball (19-0, 11 KOs) taking on former WBO World Super Bantamweight champion Isaac "Royal Storm" Dogboe (24-4, 15 KOs). This fight was a testament to the skill and heart of both fighters. Dogboe, known for his aggressive style, brought the fight to Ball, creating some tense moments, especially with a powerful combination at the end of the second round. Ball, however, showed his mettle by withstanding the onslaught and implementing his game plan effectively, leading to a decision victory.
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The undercard was filled with notable bouts, adding to the night’s excitement. EBU European Super Bantamweight champion Liam “Dangerous” Davies (15-0, 7 KOs) faced off against EBU European Union champion Vincenzo “Winchester” La Femina (13-1, 7 KOs). This fight was a display of skill and power, with Davies eventually overwhelming La Femina in the fifth round.
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British, Commonwealth, and IBF European Welterweight champion Ekow “The Engine” Essuman (19-1, 7 KOs) suffered an upset loss to “Horrible” Harry Scarff (13-2, 3 KOs) in a match that showcased tactical boxing and strategic prowess from both fighters.
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The event also featured a majority decision victory for British and Commonwealth Boxing Council Featherweight champion Nathaniel “The Nightmare” Collins (14-0, 7 KOs) over Zack Miller (13-1, 3 KOs), and a split decision win for Ema “The Princess” Kozin (24-1-1, 12 KOs) over Hannah “The Classical Warrior” Rankin (13-7, 3 KOs) for the vacant WBC and WBO World Super Middleweight titles.
In the heavyweight division, Solomon “The Real Deal” Dacres (8-0, 2 KOs) secured a majority decision over Michael “Webba” Webster (9-1, 6 KOs) in a closely fought contest.
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