The boxing world turned its attention to the SSE Arena in Belfast, Northern Ireland, for a night of high-stakes bouts, headlined by a featherweight clash between Michael Conlan and Jordan Gill. The event, promoted by Eddie Hearn's Matchroom Boxing, featured a mix of established names and rising stars, delivering a series of compelling matchups.
In the main event, former WBA Interim Featherweight champion Michael Conlan (18-3, 9 KOs) faced a tough challenge against former EBU Featherweight champion Jordan Gill (28-2-1, 9 KOs). The fight was intense from the start, with Gill showcasing his power and dropping Conlan in the second round. Despite Conlan’s efforts to switch strategies and fight back, Gill maintained control. The bout reached a controversial end in the seventh round when Gill had Conlan cornered and landed a series of punches, leading referee Howard Foster to stop the fight, much to the dismay of the Irish crowd.
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The co-main event saw Tyrone McKenna (23-4-1, 6 KOs) return to the ring after a 16-month hiatus, only to be outclassed by Lewis Crocker (18-0, 10 KOs) in a ten-round battle for the WBA Continental Euro championship. Crocker's power and relentless pressure proved too much for McKenna, who showed resilience but couldn’t match Crocker’s intensity. The judges scored the fight overwhelmingly in favor of Crocker, reflecting his dominance throughout the bout.
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The undercard featured a closely contested super welterweight bout between Caoimhin Agyarko (14-0, 7 KOs) and Troy Williamson (20-2-1, 6 KOs). Agyarko’s speed and agility were on full display, but Williamson’s resilience kept him in the fight. The match went the distance, with Agyarko earning a split decision victory in a fight that showcased his potential in the division.
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Another highlight of the undercard was the super lightweight clash between Sean McComb (18-1, 5 KOs) and Sam Maxwell (17-3, 11 KOs). McComb’s precision and timing led to three knockdowns, securing a decisive victory over Maxwell. The judges’ scores reflected McComb’s dominance, marking a significant win in his career.
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The undercard in Belfast also featured an impressive lightweight bout between Cameron Vuong (3-0, 2 KOs) and the experienced Michal Dufek (36-32-2, 23 KOs). The young Vuong, showcasing his skill and potential, controlled the fight from the outset with a commanding jab and strategic movement. His dominance was evident in the fourth round when he floored Dufek with a powerful right, leading to a referee stoppage.
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