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Press Release: May 5, 2025 By Dragon Fire Boxing -
On the 30th of May, Dragonfire Promotions hits the Metro City Night Club for the second time this year for Thunderdome 50.
The main event features the return of Francis “The Removalist” Chua who takes on China’s 4th ranked lightweight Xiaotao Su for the WBC Australasia Silver Lightweight title in his first fight in three years.
Before the headliner however, Billy Quinncroft has his first attempt at a state title when he takes on the hard-hitting WA fighter Bilal Seidu.
When speaking to the 33-year-old, Quinncroft revealed that he had switched his fight camp to Big Rigs Gym in Malaga as he was taking the sport more seriously.
“I've levelled up my training massively” Quinncroft told, “I've just recently changed gyms to Big Rigs gym, I'm going in strong and fit.
“I'm excited and I'm ready to go.”
In his last outing, the Englishman kept his unbeaten record intact when he scored a first-round stoppage victory over Alex Muster back in March this year.
Despite claiming the first stoppage win of his career, Quinncroft stated he was slightly disappointed in how the fight turned out.
“To be honest, [for the fight] to be done in the first round was a bit disappointing.” Quinncroft revealed.
“I know that sounds crazy probably to say, but in the first round you're not even getting going, you're just sort of settling into the fight.
“It was great to have on the record, but I guess it felt a little bit unrewarding that it got done that quick and I didn't get time to fully settle into the fight and have a good clash.”
Looking back at Quinncroft’s journey in the sport, it is remarkable to learn that the 33-year-old only made his debut back in November of last year.
Fast Forward six months later, Quinncroft is fighting for the State Cruiserweight Championship.
When asked about his overall progression, Quinncroft said that he feels that he is getting better every week.
“I'm probably getting better every week, to be honest” Quinncroft said.
“I haven't been boxing for too long. I've always played football but as I was getting a bit older, I thought I would try something different and sort of just fell into boxing.
“I have done it on and off over the years to just keep fit so it's crazy when you look at it. I think I jumped in headfirst in November having my first pro fight to now battling for a state title.
“So I guess you just take opportunities when they land, I think that's what I've done with this. I'm not one to turn down an opportunity. I'm going to take this with both hands and bring it home.”
Standing in his way of a state title is Bilal Seidu. Dubbed “The Black Hulk”, Seidu is known in the WA boxing scene as a power puncher and he also rides an undefeated record with two wins and one draw.
Having spared with him in the past, Quinncroft knows that he is expecting his biggest test yet on May 30th.
“You can just look at him and see he's a big lump of muscle” Quinncroft joked, “but he was a good lad.
“I've done some rounds with him in the past and he's a tough guy, he's a big, strong boy. I've just got to do what I know I can do and I feel like I will be fine.
“I definitely need to be wary and I just can't let myself lapse on the night which I won't, he's a big powerful puncher I know that for sure.”
With fast developing skills and motivation for the sport, Billy Quinncroft looks more than ready to claim his first state championship.
Material Courtesy of: Dragon Fire Boxing/ Photo Courtesy of Mike O'Hara Dragon Fire Boxing Used with permission
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