Late Thunderdome 53 Results From Metro City, Perth, Australia

Press Release: March 17, 2026 By Dragon Fire Boxing - Friday night (March 13th), the Metro City Night Club was treated to yet another electrifying night of fights by Dragon Fire Boxing Promotions.

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Jye Chin defeated Ryan Daye in the card’s headliner to win the WBC Australasia Silver Super Middleweight Title.

 

The undercard saw Owen Corrigan claim his first state title, whilst showcasing other prospects that are on the rise in the Australian boxing scene.

 

Jye Chin defeats Ryan Daye in huge upset

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In the main event of the evening, Jye Chin scored an upset majority decision win over Ryan Daye to win the WBC Australasia Silver Super Middleweight Championship.

 

The victory marks Chin’s third consecutive win since returning to professional boxing last year, whilst also awarding him with his first title belt.

 

Given the fact that he had only fought twice in three years, many wondered if the experienced and active Ryan Daye was going to be too big a jump for Jye Chin. 

 

However after a gritty performance, Chin picked up the hard-fought victory in what was a thrilling encounter.

 

The fight started with both men looking composed, Daye was the more assertive of the two by landing harder shots and applying forward pressure.

 

Chin responded well, by using his jab effectively and showing good movement whenever he was backed against the ropes.

 

As the fight reached the midway point, Daye began targeting the body with heavier punches, trying to slow Chin’s movement. Chin fired back with several flush right hands that drew a strong reaction from the crowd.

Entering the final round, both fighters seemed aware that the outcome could hinge on the closing minutes. Daye and Chin fought aggressively on the front foot, exchanging shots in an effort to leave a lasting impression on the judges before the final bell.

When the scorecards were read, it was Chin who was awarded the majority decision victory, claiming the WBC Australasia Silver Super Middleweight Championship.

Chin who was overcome with emotion, celebrated with his family when he was announced as the winner.

 

Ireland’s Owen Corrigan claims first state championship

 

In the co-main event, Owen Corrigan defeated Micah Rivetti by split decision to claim the WA State Light Heavyweight Title.

 

The bout began at a measured pace, with the Irishman using his jab to control the distance and guide Rivetti toward his power hand. Rivetti tried to move into the pocket, but Corrigan managed the space throughout the contest.

 

Corrigan started to unload more powerful shots in the later rounds, Rivetti showed plenty of resilience and remained on his feet until the final bell.

 

When the scorecards were read, it was Owen Corrigan who walked away with the split decision win. 

 

The victory for Corrigan gives him the WA State Light Heavyweight Championship, the first of hopefully many title belts for the young Irishman.

 

Lewis Clarke defeats Billy Quinncroft to claim ANBF Cruiserweight Title

 

Earlier in the card, Lewis Clarke defeated Billy Quinncroft to win the ANBF Cruiserweight Championship.

 

The fight opened cautiously, with both men taking time to gauge distance during the early rounds.

 

Clarke found early success with his left hand, mixing in a sharp jab with occasional hooks to the body. Quinncroft began to pick up momentum as the rounds progressed and started putting Clarke on the backfoot.

 

At the midway point of the fight, Clarke started to land bigger shots on the state champion while continuing to use the jab to disrupt his opponent’s rhythm.

 

The bout turned dramatically in the sixth round, when Clarke caught Quinncroft with a huge uppercut that sent him crashing to the canvas. Quinncroft bravely beat the count and rallied to see out the round.

 

Quinncroft tried to assert himself in the seventh, but Clarke struck again with another powerful shot that opened a massive cut under the state champion’s left eye.

 

Clarke was clearly ahead going into the final round, but the fight was waved off by Quinncroft’s corner, handing Clarke the TKO victory and the ANBF Cruiserweight Title.

 

Sam Rennie remains undefeated to claim second title

 

Sam Rennie easily dispatched of Shamal Ram Anuj to win the ANBF Australasian Super Featherweight Championship.

 

The contest began at a measured pace, with Rennie’s height and reach advantage quickly becoming a key factor against his much smaller opponent.

 

Ram Anuj had a brief moment of success in the second round by clipping Rennie with a few shots, but they had little effect on the Isle of Man native.

 

By the fourth round, Rennie started to sit down on his punches. A thudding left cross drew a loud reaction from the crowd and foreshadowed what would become the story of the fight.

 

Rennie landed another hard left hand in the final round that momentarily put Ram Anuj on the back foot. 

 

Ram Anuj showed plenty of toughness by absorbing shots, but he struggled to trouble Rennie as the fight drew to a close.

 

Rennie was awarded the unanimous decision victory, securing his second professional championship after previously winning the WBC Silver Australasian Super Featherweight Title nine months earlier.

 

Holly McMath closes trilogy with Sarah Higginson

Holly McMath put a decisive end to her rivalry with Sarah Higginson, earning a dominant unanimous decision victory to claim the WBC Australasian Interim Flyweight Championship.

 

McMath set a controlled tempo in the opening rounds by using her height advantage to keep the shorter Higginson at the end of her jab.

 

Higginson tried to push forward and bring the fight to close range, but McMath continued to use her footwork to nullify the pressure.

 

As the fight played out, McMath’s ability to neutralize Higginson’s aggression became the defining theme of the fight as the Kiwi started to gain a noticeable lead.

 

Realizing that she needed a knockout to win, Higginson opened up the final round aggressively and began swinging with urgency. Although she had more success, it simply wasn't enough as the fight went to the distance.

 

When the scorecards were read, it was Holly McMath who walked away with the lopsided unanimous decision win.

 

With the victory, McMath finally puts the rivalry with Higginson to rest and could now find herself moving into the WBC rankings following her performance.

Jeanine Brown defeats Katelan Stack

In the first title fight of the night, Jeanine Brown edged out Katelan Stack via split decision to capture the WA State Women’s Light Welterweight Championship.

 

The bout began at a lively pace, with both fighters willing to stand their ground and exchange punches at close range. Stack found early success by pushing Brown back toward the ropes.

 

Brown began to adjust as the fight reached the midway point and started to create space more effectively through the use of her jab.

 

As the fight wore on, Stack began to show signs of fatigue, while Brown grew more confident in controlling the fight’s pace.

 

In the final round, Stack made one last attempt to close the gap and fight on the inside, but Brown continued to back her up with sharp combinations before the final bell.

 

When the scorecards were read out, it was Jeanine Brown who was awarded the split decision win.

 

Full Card Results 

WBC Australasia Super Middleweight Silver Championship

Jye Chin DEFEATED Ryan Daye by Majority Decision 

 

WA State Light Heavyweight Championship

Owen Corrigan DEFEATED Micah Rivetti by Split Decision 

 

ANBF Australasian Cruiserweight Championship

Lewis Clarke DEFEATED Billy Quinncroft by Seventh Round TKO (Corner Stoppage)

 

Tanaka Saburi DEFEATED Mahendra Chand by Fourth Round TKO

 

Michael Bazley DEFEATED Nepote Dawadawa by First Round TKO

 

ANBF Australasian Super Featherweight Championship

Sam Rennie DEFEATED Shamal Ram Anuj by Unanimous Decision

 

WBC Australasian Interim Flyweight Championship

Holly McMath DEFEATED Sarah Higginson by Unanimous Decision

 

Aaron Treacy DEFEATED Joel Robertson by Split Decision

 

WA State Women’s Light Welterweight Championship

Jeanine Brown DEFEATED Katelan Stack by Split Decision

 

Devon Kelly DEFEATED Bikash Rana Majority Decision 

 

Matt Francis DEFEATED Kane Martin by First Round TKO (Exhibition Fight)

 

Anil Kumar Pun Magar DEFEATED Anthony Wright-Hearn by Second Round KO

 

Mitch Greenhalgh DEFEATED Sam Nasueb By Unanimous Decision (Exhibition Fight)

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MOST VALUABLE PROMOTIONS SIGNS THREE-DIVISION WORLD CHAMPION, POUND FOR POUND TOP 10 AND 2016 U.S. OLYMPIAN MIKAELA MAYER

Press Release: March 14, 2026 (Originally released March 13, 2026 By Most Valuable Promotions - NEW YORK, NY – March 13, 2026 – Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) today announced the signing of three-division world champion, reigning two-division world champion, and 2016 U.S. Olympian Mikaela Mayer (22-2, 5 KOs). Mayer, currently the unified WBA and WBC super welterweight world champion at 154lbs and the reigning WBO welterweight world champion at 147lbs is Ring Magazine’s #3, ESPN’s #6, and Boxrec’s #10 pound-for-pound talent globally and one of the most accomplished and respected fighters in women’s boxing. Mayer’s signing represents another major addition to MVP’s rapidly expanding roster of elite female fighters and comes as the company launches MVPW, its new global platform dedicated to women’s boxing. Mayer also becomes the latest Olympian to sign with MVP, joining Oshae Jones, Caroline Dubois, Tamm Thibeault, Ramla Ali, Jahmal Harvey, Nelvie Tiafack, and Keno Marley. 

Mayer joins MVP at a pivotal moment as the company continues to expand its roster of elite female athletes, representing more than 40 elite women’s fighters, 15 reigning women’s world champions, and 22 top female contenders, and promoted many of the most-watched, historic, and highest-grossing women’s boxing fights of all time. MVPW will deliver a year-round schedule of the best fighting the best with ESPN as the U.S. home of MVPW events through 2028, combining linear broadcast and streaming distribution. 

Reigning unified WBA and WBC super welterweight world champion at 154lbs and the reigning WBO welterweight world champion at 147lbs Mayer, a 2016 U.S. Olympian, jumped out to a 17-0 record to begin her pro career while winning a pair of junior lightweight world titles and becoming a pound-for-pound mainstay. Mayer lost her perfect record in a debated 2022 split decision loss to Alycia Baumgardner in a bid for the undisputed junior lightweight title. In January 2024, she contended for the IBF welterweight world title against Natasha Jonas. While a Jonas rematch did not materialize, Mayer seized her second opportunity to become a two-weight world champion. In September 2024, she defeated WBO welterweight world champion Sandy Ryan by majority decision in a Fight of the Year contender. Six months later, Mayer bested Ryan by unanimous decision in Las Vegas, putting an exclamation point on their fierce 20-round rivalry. Mayer conquered a third weight class in October 2025, dominating Canadian star Mary Spencer over 10 rounds in Montreal to capture the WBA, WBC, and WBO junior middleweight titles. She is currently ranked Ring Magazine’s #3, ESPN’s #6 and Boxrec’s #10 pound-for-pound talent globally.

“I’m thrilled to join Most Valuable Promotions as we continue breaking barriers and elevating women’s boxing to new heights,” said Mikaela Mayer. “I’ve always wanted the biggest and best fights, and MVP’s premier roster of women champions creates incredible opportunities to make those matchups happen. I’m looking forward to showcasing my skills on some of the biggest platforms in the sport and working with a passionate, innovative team that believes in the continued growth of women’s boxing.”

“Mikaela is one of the most accomplished fighters in women’s boxing and a proven champion across multiple weight classes,” said Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian, co-founders of Most Valuable Promotions. “She has competed on the sport’s biggest stages, faced the best fighters in the world, and continues to push the sport forward. We’re proud to welcome Mikaela to MVP and look forward to building the next chapter of her career together.”

MVP is the global home of women’s boxing, elevating female fighters with the same platform and push as men’s boxing. With the gold “W” embedded directly within the MVP logo, MVPW signals that women’s boxing is a foundational pillar of the company’s long-term global strategy. Each event will be sequentially branded beginning with MVPW-01, establishing a clear, year-round schedule showcasing the sport’s most elite female fighters. The MVPW platform debuts with MVPW-01 on Sunday, April 5, in London, where Sky Sports will broadcast the event live in the United Kingdom and streaming live in the U.S. on the ESPN App as the first event under the new agreement. The platform makes its U.S. linear premiere on Friday, April 17 with MVPW-02, headlined by MVP’s unified super featherweight world champion Alycia “The Bomb” Baumgardner (17-1, 7 KOs) vs. top contender Bo Mi Re Shin (19-3-3, 10 KOs) at Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York City. MVPW-03 will take place Saturday, May 30, in El Paso, Texas, headlined by MVP’s WBA lightweight world champion Stephanie Han (12-0, 3 KOs) vs. the most decorated two-sport athlete in combat sports history, Holly Holm (34-3-3, 9 KOs). The deal will deliver a mix of linear and streaming distribution, with the majority of events airing on ESPN’s linear channels, a significant milestone for women’s boxing and female sports. Mayer is anticipated to make her MVPW debut in the coming months.

For more information, follow on X via @MostVPromotions and @MikaelaMayer1 or on Instagram via @MostValuablePromotions and @mikaelamayer.

About Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) 

Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) was founded in August 2021 by Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian with a fighter first ethos. Since inception, MVP has produced 30 live boxing events and currently promotes nearly 60 fighters, 18 world champions, and 26 top contenders.

MVP has led boxing’s evolution in the streaming era through partnerships with the world’s leading platforms. In November 2024, MVP’s Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson and Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 2 was the first-ever live professional sports event streamed on Netflix. Paul vs. Tyson shattered records, becoming the most-streamed sporting event of all time with 125 million live viewers worldwide. MVP went on to partner with Netflix twice in 2025 for MVP’s Taylor vs. Serrano 3 and Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day.

Today, MVP is the global home of women’s boxing. MVP’s Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano in 2022 was the first female fight to headline Madison Square Garden, while Taylor vs. Serrano 2 in 2024 saw 74 million viewers globally on Netflix and became the most-watched professional women’s sports event in US history with 47 million AMA in the US. Their 2025 trilogy on Netflix topped an all-women’s megacard that set the official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the most world championship belts ever contested on a single fight card, male or female, with 17 world titles, earning nearly 6 million viewers globally. 

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MVP Signs Multi-Year Broadcast Deal With ESPN, Launches MVPW

Press Release: March 7, 2026 (Originally released March 6, 2026) By Most Valuable Promotions - NEW YORK, NEW YORK – March 6, 2026 – Today at Madison Square Garden in New York, New York, Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) officially launched MVPW, a new global platform for women’s boxing, alongside a landmark multi-year agreement with ESPN as the U.S. home of MVPW events through 2028. The announcement, which also marks the beginning of a strategic relationship between MVP and Madison Square Garden Entertainment, with the organizations’ shared goal of staging annual MVPW events at the iconic venue over the next three years, cements MVP's position as the global home of women's boxing. MVPW will showcase the sport’s most elite fighters in championship bouts on every card and will deliver a mix of linear and streaming distribution on ESPN and the ESPN App. 

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MVPW events will be sequentially branded, starting with MVPW-01 featuring Caroline Dubois vs. Terri Harper and Ellie Scotney vs. Mayelli Flores on Sunday, April 5 in London, streaming live on the ESPN App in the U.S. and broadcast by Sky Sports in the UK. 

MVPW-02 marks the platform’s U.S. linear premiere on ESPN on Friday, April 17, headlined by MVP’s unified super featherweight world champion Alycia “The Bomb” Baumgardner vs. Bo Mi Re Shin at Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York City, l

MVPW-03 will take place Saturday, May 30, in El Paso, Texas, live on ESPN and the ESPN App, headlined by MVP’s WBA lightweight world champion Stephanie Han vs. Holly Holm.

In attendance at today’s press conference were MVP co-founder Nakisa Bidarian as well as MVPW fighters Amanda Serrano (48-4-1, 31 KOs), Alycia Baumgardner (17-1, 7 KOs), Shadasia Green(16-1, 11 KOs), Stephanie Han (12-0, 3 KOs), Holly Holm (34-3-3, 9 KOs), Tamm Thibeault (4-0, 3 KOs), Oshae Jones (9-0, 3 KOs), Tiara Brown (20-0, 11 KOs), and LeAnna Cruz (11-0, 1 KO), all of whom addressed the media as MVP officially ushered in a new era for women’s boxing.

Hosted by renowned combat sports journalist Ariel Helwani, Bidarian and the fighters shared their thoughts on the launch of MVPW, the significance of the ESPN partnership, and the high-stakes matchups ahead. See quotes below and view the full press conference on MVP’s YouTube channel HERE.

NAKISA BIDARIAN QUOTES

On his inspiration for empowering women’s boxing:  

I was raised by a single mom, so seeing her struggles and path to making it was always something that was very eye-opening for me. As we all know, half the world is women. 50% of the world population, so there is a massive demographic available. You then look at the amazing athletes who are women throughout the world. I was fortunate enough to be there when we introduced women's MMA to UFC, and to see the impact that Ronda Rousey had was beyond eye-opening. 

On MVP’s path to elevating women’s boxing with ESPN: 

When we set up MVP, we said to our network partner that we wanted to put women’s boxing on as the co-main event. Everyone paused, took a step back, and didn’t seem to understand why. And honestly, a lot of it was that conviction of what I saw with Ronda Rousey and the belief that we could find an Amanda Serrano that could show the world what this sport is all about. Now, to be here four years later with the best sports platform in the US on linear television for all these incredible athletes is the most important day of my career.  

On bringing boxing back to ESPN:

I think it’s a testament to these athletes and, of course, our team at MVP, but also the rise of women’s sports. 

On early conversations with ESPN:

We started talking to ESPN in early 2025, around the idea to one day be a part of ESPN. When it was decided that they were moving on from Top Rank, we met with them and started to focus on what the future could look like. We definitely presented a focus on women’s boxing because we think that’s the untapped opportunity to actually drive real new fan engagement in the sport.

On MVPW logo:

If you look at our logo, there's a reason that the W sits within MVP. The golden arches you see there represent the W, but it's part and parcel of the same brand. There is no differentiation between the men and the women.

On MVP’s role in helping fighters:

Our job is to give them the platform, help them express their brand, and then it's up to them who becomes the next Amanda Serrano when Amanda Serrano decides to join MVP in the executive ranks.

On MVP’s investment in women’s boxing:

We are investing a lot of time, a lot of resources, and capital. It’s not like there are endless riches in boxing for an independent promoter like ourselves. We have a belief that over time, we will then get to a point where the returns are there on investment the right way, and there’s more Amanda Serrano vs. Katie Taylor type opportunities.

On giving women’s boxing a platform equal to men:

We have this amazing press conference today. I think many will look at it and say the riches are here in boxing. This isn’t about the riches in boxing; this is about giving these athletes a platform equal to their male counterparts, and they have to run with it. They have to show the world why they need to pay attention.

On MVP potentially working with smaller promoters:

We would love to work with smaller promoters and provide an ecosystem for their fighters to rise through the ranks as long as it comes from a place of logic. 

On plans for MVP’s male fighters:

We have been very successful on the men’s side. The biggest event of the last 50 years was our event, Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson and Amanda Serrano vs. Katie Taylor. We’re going to continue to be selective about how we approach the men’s side to make sure it works for us and our network partners. We have plans to introduce something that’s male-specific, but different than what the existing players are doing.

On MVP’s commitment to treating women and men equally:

These athletes are the fabric of our organization, no different than Jake Paul, or Wanna Walton, Jamal Harvey, or any other male that’s a part of this platform. So while we want to say MVPW, they’re all a part of MVP at the end of the day.

On a potential Shadasia Green vs. Claressa Shields fight:

I’d love to make Shadasia Green vs. Claressa Shields. That’s an obvious fight that we want to focus on. Then it really comes down to these fighters. I always say it doesn’t matter if they’re a part of MVPW; it’s about what they want to do.

AMANDA SERRANO QUOTES

On elevating women’s boxing with MVPW and ESPN:

Look, I’ve brought a whole gang of amazing women with me, and we’re going to continue to show the world that we have talent. That we are marketable. That we can fight, and thanks to ESPN, the world gets to see us all.

On fighting on a future MVPW event:

Listen, there’s one card in particular that I’m looking at, but I’m still speaking with the team, Nakisa, and Jordan. 

On potentially fighting on ESPN: 

I never fought on ESPN. I’ve fought on the best platforms. I remember sitting watching fights on ESPN and now to be a part of it…I need to fight on ESPN, too.  

On her current goal:

Right now, I have the goal to break the knockout record that Christy Martin had for 20 years. That’s the goal now, but I would love to fight anybody.

ALYCIA BAUMGARDNER QUOTES

On her upcoming title defense vs. Bo Mi Re Shin on Friday, April 17:

This event is going to be super exciting. Nakisa [Bidarian], Jake Paul, and MVP have been gamechangers in women’s sports. So now we have ESPN coming along for MVPW. So to be a part of that, to be a game-changer, to be someone who is setting a standard, I’m looking forward to this opportunity, setting the stage, and always bringing the fight.

On the significance of her upcoming fight vs. Bo Mi Re Shin:

This fight is such an honor for my Korean heritage, so you get to see two different sides, two warriors. That is the surprise I’ve been holding in. Baby, when I tell you I’m coming, I’m coming. New York City is the best place to do it at.  

On continuing to fight three-minute rounds:

When we talk about equality, and we talk about the standards we’re setting, three minutes is no issue, and I look forward to it. When you see a type of style like mine, very poised, who knows how to box, who knows how to punch, who uses a jab to set things up, you appreciate the extra minute. Come April 17, you’ll see again why three minutes is the standard and why champions like myself can separate those from others.

SHADASIA GREEN QUOTES

On how her life has changed since unifying her super middleweight titles at MSG in July 2025:

It was very emotional. I achieved something so amazing that night, July 11, being on the biggest boxing card ever. My life has changed, of course. I’m still sleeping on cotton. I moved. 

On her upcoming bout on Friday, April 17: 

I’m looking forward to putting on a beautiful performance and to showcase some skills you guys haven’t seen. 

On a potential Shadasia Green vs. Claressa Shields fight:

With MVPW and Nakisa at the head of making that happen, I think that’s a great fight between me and Claressa Shields. 

On her willingness to fight Claressa Shields:

Just recently, I heard Shields say she wanted to fight Mikaela Mayer. She has to want it. I want it, but reality is we both have to come to terms and be willing to fight each other. I’m here. I’m not going anywhere, and I'm looking forward to the future.

STEPHANIE HAN QUOTES

On her upcoming rematch vs. Holly Holm on Saturday, May 30:

I’m so excited for this rematch. Yes, the fight ended in controversy. She says she could have caught up at the end, and I want to have this next fight with no excuses.  

On fighting on ESPN in her hometown of El Paso, TX:

To have this fight in my home city of El Paso is a dream come true, and I’m so excited because I know Texas, New Mexico, and Mexico are going to come out to support this fight. 

HOLLY HOLM QUOTES

On her upcoming rematch vs. Stephanie Han on Saturday, May 30:

I’m excited for the rematch. I think a lot of people are, considering how the fight kind of ended. I’m just excited to put the work in and show up and do the best that I can do.

On her preparing to face Stephanie Han again:

Any fight you have is a learning experience, and we’ve already addressed a lot of things, putting work in at the gym. 

On why she is still fighting:

I am getting closer to having my final fights and things like that, but I still feel it in myself, and I still feel the passion, and that’s why I still fight. 

TAMM THIBEAULT QUOTES

On being a part of MVPW: 

I’m really excited and really honored and eager to show the world what I’m about. I love what I do. I love boxing. I love going to the gym, working on new things, and coming here and showing people what I can do, what women can do. I don’t want to be known as another woman athlete. I want to be known as just another athlete, like anybody else. 

On forthcoming plans to box on ESPN: 

You will see me soon. We’re still working out the kinks, but you guys should stay tuned. 

OSHAE JONES QUOTES

On being a part of MVPW: 

I chose MVPW because I feel like MVPW is the best platform for women’s boxing. They changed women’s boxing so much. We’ve been evolving, and I’m a champion. This is where the best are at, so I might as well join them.

On a potential bout vs. Chantelle Cameron to unify her belts: 

I’ll take a warm-up fight, and then I’ll definitely take that fight. She’s a great fighter, and we can go belt for belt. She came up to 154, and she’s got to be ready to pay those consequences. 

TIARRA BROWN QUOTES

On signing with MVPW:

MVP is the best on the planet, and I’m glad to be here as a part of it.

On forthcoming plans to box on ESPN: 

I’m waiting on a fight date, but just know I’m ready whenever.

LEANNA CRUZ QUOTES

On being a part of MVPW: 

I chose MVPW because they have the best platform for women’s boxing, and they open a lot of opportunities and doors for women. 

On her message to competitors: 

I’m the mandatory at 115lbs in the WBA, and I’m wearing a fur coat. That’s to signify that if these girls call themselves The Animal, I will have a mink suit on.

On future bouts:

I tore my ACL in my last fight, and I fought nine rounds with a torn ACL, so I’m still recovering. I’m hoping next week to be cleared so that I can show everyone that I’m going to have the craziest comeback story as an athlete. 

About MVP

Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) was founded in August 2021 by Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian with a fighter first ethos. Since inception, MVP has produced 30 live boxing events, currently promotes nearly 60 fighters, 16 world champions, and 26 top contenders.

MVP has led boxing’s evolution in the streaming era through partnerships with the world’s leading platforms. In November 2024, MVP’s Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson and Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 2 was the first-ever live professional sports event streamed on Netflix. Paul vs. Tyson shattered records, becoming the most-streamed sporting event of all time with 125 million live viewers worldwide. MVP went on to partner with Netflix twice in 2025 for MVP’s Taylor vs. Serrano 3 and Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day.

Today, MVP is the global home of women’s boxing. MVP’s Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano in 2022 was the first female fight to headline Madison Square Garden, while Taylor vs. Serrano 2 in 2024 saw 74 million viewers globally on Netflix and became the most-watched professional women’s sports event in US history with 47 million AMA in the US. Their 2025 trilogy on Netflix topped an all-women’s megacard that set the official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the most world championship belts ever contested on a single fight card, male or female, with 17 world titles, earning nearly 6 million viewers globally. 

About ESPN

ESPN offers its full suite of networks and services directly to fans on the ESPN App, providing more choice, flexibility and access to all of ESPN, including more than 47,000 live events per year, on-demand replays, industry-leading studio shows and original programming, and more. The ESPN App gives fans a unique viewing experience that includes multiview and synchronized two-screen viewing options, swipe-able vertical video and a personalized SportsCenter For You, as well as integrated game stats, ESPN Fantasy sports, betting odds and information from DraftKings, sports merchandise, and more. These features are available to all fans who watch on the ESPN App on mobile and connected TV devices, whether they subscribe directly or through a pay TV package. Bundling options available for fans include a limited time offer for the ESPN DTC Unlimited plan with Disney+ and Hulu for $29.99/month for the first 12 months. For more visit stream.espn.com.

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BREAKING: IBF Withdraws Sanctioning of Opetaia-Glanton, Fight To Be For Vacsnt Zuffa Boxing World Cruiserweight Championship Only

In a developing story, on Friday evening, the International Boxing Federation (IBF) has withdrawn its sanctioning of Sunday’s Cruiserweight championship bout between its champion Jai Opetaia and Brandon Glanton. The decision comes following Zuffa Boxing’s, who will be promoting the bout, refusal to acknowledge independent sanctioning organizations or outside promoters, choosing instead to have their own championships and rankings in house. 

While the latter represents a subject that will have ramifications and possible litigation between the promoter and independent sanctioning organizations as well as outside promoters, the IBF’s decision, in essence strips the undefeated Opetaia of the IBF World Cruiserweight championship regardless of the outcome of Sunday’s contest. The bout, however, will go forward as scheduled with the vacant Zuffa Boxing World Cruiserweight title on the line. The bout, which will headline Zuffa Boxing 04 can be seen here in the United States on digital subscription general entertainment network beginning at 5:30PM ET/2:30PM PT. (*North American Times Only. Card and Start Times Subject to Change.*)  We will keep readers updated on developments as they become available. 

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Holly McMath looks to make a statement in high-stakes trilogy fight

Press Release: March 5, 2026 By Lewis Moss - On March 13, Dragon Fire Boxing Promotions returns to the Metro City Arena for their first event of the year.

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In the main event, Ryan Daye looks to continue his climb back up the boxing ranks when he fights Jaidyn Chin for the WBC Australasian Silver Super Middleweight Title.

 

Earlier in the card, the rivalry between Holly McMath and Sarah Higginson finally comes to a close in their highly anticipated trilogy fight.

 

When speaking with McMath, she made it clear that no stone has been left unturned in preparation.

 

“I am very excited about this fight, I've changed a lot in my camp,” McMath said. 

 

“I've sacrificed more than I ever have. I've moved [to Big Rigs Gym] and I’m training with more intensity. 

 

“There's no way I'm going to lose, this has been a long camp.”

 

Back in April 2025, the two women met for the first time. Despite a dominating display from McMath, the fight was cut short after an accidental head clash rendered Higginson unable to continue. 

 

When they met again in November, the two fought to a split draw after a much more back and forth encounter. 

 

Looking back on the second fight, McMath admitted that the judges’ scorecards left her frustrated and even more determined to settle things decisively this time.

 

“The only thing that probably surprised me was the incompetence of the judging,” McMath said.

 

“I see where they're coming from,  I understand that her aggression scored her some points, but you also need to be landing punches and my jab was keeping her away.

 

“I knew she wanted it, but she didn't bring anything new. The fight went exactly how I thought it was going to go.

 

“It's super important to put a big stamp on this one.”

 

When the fight was announced, it was revealed that the WBC Australasian Interim Flyweight title would be on the line. 

 

McMath said that the championship at stake is another motivating factor for her to win.

 

“This [fight] is going to mean everything because it's for the WBC Australasian title” McMath told. 

 

“The winner will potentially have a top ten ranking in the world and my ultimate goal is to fight for a world title.

 

“But at the moment, I'm only thinking about March 13. I truly believe I will be a different fighter.”

 

With high stakes involved for both women, it will be intriguing to see how their year-long feud ends.

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Billy Quinncroft eyes second title March 13 Thunderdome 53

Press Release: March 5, 2026 By Dragon Fire Boxing- DragonFire Promotions returns to the Metro City Night Club on March 13 for what promises to be an explosive night of local boxing.

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In the main event, Ryan Daye takes on Jaidyn Chin in an intriguing match-up for the WBC Australasian Silver Super Middleweight Title.

 

Earlier in the card, WA State Cruiserweight Champion Billy Quinncroft returns to Perth when he takes on Lewis Clarke.

 

Speaking ahead of the bout, Quinncroft said he’s eager to fight in front of the Perth crowd again, having not competed in the state for 10 months.

 

“I'm looking forward to [fighting in Perth again],” Quinncroft said.

 

“It feels like it's been a little while since I was [in Perth], given the [Will Cleggett] cancellation and that I also had a bit of a break.

 

“[ThunderDome] always has a good crowd and a good vibe.”

 

In August last year, Quinncroft was scheduled to defend his title against number one contender Will Cleggett at ThunderDome 51.

 

However days before the event, Cleggett tested positive for COVID and the matchup was ultimately cancelled.

 

Although Quinncroft was disappointed that the fight did not take place, he felt fortunate, considering he had broken his nose twice during camp.

 

“I felt a bit down, because I spent so much time preparing” Quinncroft told.

 

“In that camp I actually did break my nose, so it was probably a blessing in disguise that the fight did get called off.

 

“I was ready to take the risk, but [not fighting] was probably the smarter decision. It actually helps me, because I want to look after my body a bit more.”

 

Standing in his way on March 13 is Lewis Clarke, who won two state title eliminator bouts against Bilal Seidu over the past year.

 

When asked about his upcoming opponent, the state champion showed respect to his future foe.

 

“[Lewis] had two tough fights against Bilal, the first one was very close and it could have gone either way” Quinncroft said. 

 

“He definitely boxed a lot better in the second fight to show his worth. 

 

“Lewis is a skilful boxer, so I'm looking for a chess match.

 

“We're both going to be respectful because we know what we both can do. I'm just looking forward to it and let the best man win.”

 

When the fight was announced by DragonFire Promotions, it was revealed that the ANBF Cruiserweight title would be at stake. 

 

Quinncroft said the opportunity to add a second title to his resume has given him even more motivation heading into the clash with Clarke.

 

“I'm absolutely buzzing, I’m so massively thankful to Tony [Tolj],” Quinncroft said.

 

“Going for the ANBF Australasian title for my fifth professional boxing match is amazing. I know there are levels to boxing, but this is another one for me.

 

 

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UPDATE: WBC Statement On Decision To Sanction Usyk-Verhoeven

In a follow-up to the column that was released on the website on Sunday, March 1st, discussing the recently announced upcoming World Heavyweight championship bout between Olekaandr Usyk and former World Heavyweight Kickboxing champion Rico Verhoeven, which will take place during the month of May in Egypt, the World Boxing Council (WBC) released an official statement on it's website and social media platforms regarding its decision to sanction the bout for it's version of the World Heavyweight championship, despite Verhoeven only having one professional fight as a professional boxer.

The statement can be read below:

Credit: World Boxing Council

We will have a preview of this World Heavyweight championship bout released here on The Boxing Truth® as we get closer to the event and will keep readers updated on further developments as they become available.

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Owen Corrigan returns for Light Heavyweight title Challenge March 13 in Perth – Thunderdome 53

Press Release: February 26, 2026 By Dragon Fire Boxing - One of the main events features rising prospect Owen “Bomber” Corrigan takes on Micah Rivetti for the Western Australian State Light Heavyweight Championship.

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Corrigan opens up about his title challenge;

“Training camp been great so far, no niggles or worries been feeling fresh throughout been working on both the body and mind. Feeling very confident at the moment”.

“It’s a sureal moment to say I’m fighting for a Western Australian title, I grew up dreaming of Irish and Celtic titles obviously life throws different challenges at you and you find yourself emigrating, I left Dublin on the 11th of March and arrived in Western Australia on the 13th of March subsequently 3 years to the day I find myself very proud to be apart of the community in Western Australia. The people, the state, the beaches, the city everything about it I’ve fallen deeply in love with. To become champion of the area and have my name and WA linked together forever I’d be deeply proud of.”

“I’ve sparred some very good boxers in preparation obviously I’ve watched my opponent and picked sparring partners that are similar. Been sparring everyone from middleweights to heavyweights, some of the rounds people should be charged to watch because they have been fire!!”

“Best of luck to my opponent, listen I’m not gonna talk any crap, end of day we both have 2 arms 2 legs and have our own reasons to be fighting we are going to leave it all in the ring.”

Tickets on sale now at megatix.com.au & the event will be broadcast by Livecombatsports.com.au

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Get To Know Devon Kelly As He Retuns March 13 In Perth – Thunderdome 53

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Press Release: February 8, 2026 By Dragon Fire Boxing - Friday the 13th of March, Dragon Fire Boxing hits the Metro City Arena for the first time this year for Thunderdome 53 with a stacked card.

One of the prospects coming through is Devon Kelly

Kelly is 2-0 and returns March 13 and is ready to for a show stealing performance.

Lets get to know Devon Kelly;

“I was 17 years old when I started boxing, I got into boxing after watching a Japanese anime show called Hajime No Ippo then just loved it ever since I started.”

“My thoughts about my upcoming fight in March are I’m excited to vs my first international opponent and keen to see what a Nepal fighter brings to the table.”

“I’ll just keep it simple just enjoy the show I’m going to put on and as always thanks for coming and supporting me”.

“My goals for 2026 are it would be wicked to fight for the WA state title this year. I don't wanna be the only pro in the Ringfit stable to not have a belt cause I know Owen and Lewie are gonna have one after March and Sam’s gonna have multiple.”.

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MOST VALUABLE PROMOTIONS BRINGS ITS FIRST-EVER EVENT TO THE UNITED KINGDOM FEATURING HISTORIC DOUBLE MAIN EVENT SUNDAY, APRIL 5

Press Release: February 8, 2026 (Released on website on delay, Press Conference can be streamed on YouTube on demand) LONDON, ENGLAND – February 3, 2026 – Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) today announced the company’s highly-anticipated United Kingdom market debut on Sunday, April 5 from Olympia in London, England. The event will feature a double main event headlined by the long-anticipated clash of MVP’s British champions, “Sweet” Caroline Dubois (12-0-1, 5 KOs) vs. Terri “Belter” Harper (16-2-2, 6 KOs), a 10-round women’s championship bout for the unified WBO and WBC lightweight world titles, contested at 135lbs. In the historic double main event, MVP and England’s unified super bantamweight world champion Ellie Scotney (11-0) will face Mexico’s WBA world champion Mayelli Flores (13-1-1, 4 KOs) in a 10-round undisputed super bantamweight championship bout contested at 122 lbs. Entering the fight, Scotney is the youngest UK women’s boxer in history to fight for undisputed, and if she wins, she will become the youngest UK boxer in the four belt era in history to become undisputed world champion–male or female. The event will stream live on Sky Sports in the UK, with the US broadcast home to be announced soon.

Joining the card will be MVP’s former undisputed champion and current #3 WBO contender Chantelle “Il Capo” Cameron (21-1, 8 KOs) vs. #4 WBO contender Michaela Kotaskova (11-0-4, 2 KOs). Cameron vs. Kotaskova will be a 10 round championship bout for the WBO super welterweight world title at 154lbs as Cameron aims to win a world championship in a second weight division. Also on the card, Mexico’s IBF super flyweight champion Irma Garcia (25-5-1, 5 KOs) will make a 10-round women’s world title defense at 115lbs against England’s Emma Dolan (8-0, 1 KO).

MVP will host the Kickoff Press Conference for the event on Friday, February 6 at 1pm GMT at Olympia, London. The press conference will be hosted by Andy Scott and will stream live on MVP’s YouTube channel and Sky Sports’ YouTube channel. All media interested in being credentialed to cover the press conference must apply HERE.

Dubois vs. Harper and Scotney vs. Flores is a Most Valuable Promotions event in association with VIP Boxing Promotions. Ticket on sale details will be announced during the kickoff press conference Friday, February 6. 

“MVP’s latest milestone in women’s boxing fittingly comes today on National Girls and Women in Sports Day as the company brings its brand to the UK for the first time,” said Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian, co-founders of Most Valuable Promotions. “This card already features three of the top pound-for-pound women's boxers in the world and four world title fights. MVP is the global home of women’s boxing, and we look forward to giving these athletes the platform and market exposure they deserve, live from London on Sunday, April 5.”

MVP’s WBC lightweight world champion “Sweet” Caroline Dubois fights out of London, England. The 2020 Olympian made her pro debut in February 2022. In August 2024, she won the WBC Interim lightweight title, then was elevated to become the WBC lightweight world champion in December 2024. The 25-year-old southpaw successfully defended her title twice in 2025, and is ESPN’s #1 lightweight and Boxrec’s #16 pound-for-pound talent in the world.

“I'm excited to make this fight,” said Caroline Dubois. “This is a massive fight in my career and for British boxing, both a legacy fight and unification. The goal is to become undisputed world champion and this is the first step.”

MVP’s WBO lightweight world champion Terri “Belter” Harper fights out of Doncaster, England. Less than two years after her pro debut, she won the IBO 130lb title, then won the WBC title in 2020. In 2022, Harper moved up four divisions to 154lbs to win the WBA super welterweight world title. In September 2024, she moved down to 135lbs and claimed the WBO lightweight world title. With the win, she became Britain's first-ever three-division women’s world champion. Harper made her first title defense at 135lbs in May 2025. The 29-year-old is currently ESPN’s #2 lightweight in the world. 

“This fight has been a long time in the making,” said Terri Harper. “I’m grateful to MVP for getting it over the line. I’m excited to be headlining MVP’s first UK show!”

MVP’s unified super bantamweight world champion Ellie Scotney will become the youngest UK female boxer in history to fight for undisputed—and will become the youngest in UK history, male or female, to become undisputed champion if she wins. The Catford, England native became IBF world champion in just her seventh pro fight before unifying to win the WBO and Ring Magazine titles in 2024. The 27-year-old then won the WBC belt on MVP’s Taylor vs. Serrano 3 on Netflix in July 2025, which earned her recognition as ESPN’s 2025 British Boxer of the Year. She is Boxrec’s #8 and Ring Magazine’s #10 pound-for-pound talent, and ESPN’s #1 super bantamweight in the world. 

“Nothing is like God’s timing,” said Ellie Scotney. “For that little kid that first glimpsed the stage and stakes that await on Sunday, April 5th, everything has aligned to this very moment. I’m beyond grateful to MVP for delivering once again, and now it’s my turn. Destiny awaits, time to make history in my hometown in front of my very own.”

Mayelli Flores is the reigning WBA super bantamweight world champion from Mexico City, Mexico. After an early career highlighted a narrow world title challenge against Yulihan Luna, Flores defeated Nazarena Romero by split decision to capture the WBA 122lb crown in May 2025. The 33-year-old Flores represents Mexico with pride as she continues her rise among the sport’s elite.

“I would like to thank God, MVP and my team for this incredible opportunity,” said Mayelli Flores. “When I heard the fight was moved to the UK, I agreed without hesitation. We Mexicans show up ready to fight anywhere, mentally and physically ready for war. Ellie Scotney is a great and tough fighter, but I am up for the challenge. A win over Scotney will put me in the history books as Mexico’s first undisputed female boxer in history. I am ready to make history. I dedicate this fight to my family and all the boxing fans watching in person and at home.”

Former undisputed super lightweight champion at 140lbs, current #1 WBA, #1 WBO, and #7 WBC 140lb contender, and #3 WBO 154lb contender, Chantelle “Il Capo” Cameron won the WBC super lightweight world title in 2020, unified her titles in 2021, then became undisputed super lightweight champion in 2022. She successfully defended her crown vs. Katie Taylor in May 2023, while their rematch resulted in a majority decision for Taylor. Cameron returned in July 2024 to win the WBC interim 140lb title and is also ESPN’s #5 and Boxrec’s #10 pound-for–pound women’s boxer in the world. She resides in Northampton, England and trains under Jamie Moore and Nigel Travis.

“I cannot thank MVP enough for this opportunity to become a two-weight world champion,” said Chantelle Cameron. “When we spoke to Jake and Nakisa about signing with MVP there were a lot of promises made, and they have delivered on every one of those promises. Fighting for a world title in the UK on Sky Sports is huge for me and my family. Sunday, April 5th you are going to see the very best of Chantelle Cameron.”

Michaela Kotásková is a Czech-born Austrian professional boxer, boxing coach, and charity ambassador. She began boxing in October 2014 in the Czech Republic while at university, then continued her studies at the University of Vienna while pursuing her boxing career. Between 2017 and 2022, she represented the Austrian national boxing team and became a multiple-time Austrian national champion, then turned professional in 2022 and won the WBF welterweight title in April 2024. Kotaskova is the WBO’s #1 contender at 147lbs and #4 contender at 154lbs.

“I’ve put my blood, sweat, and tears into the sport for the past decade,” said Michaela Kotaskova. I fear no one, and should not be underestimated. This level of opposition is nothing new to me. I’m ready to take everything she’s willing to give.”

Irma “La Torbellino” García is a professional boxer, attorney, police officer, and member of the Secretariat of Citizen Security of Mexico City. In the ring, she is both a former and current world champion, having previously won the WBA bantamweight world title at 118lbs and now holds the IBF super flyweight world title at 115lbs. 

“I’m proud to make my second title defense with one of the biggest promotions in the world, MVP,” said Irma Garcia. “We know what’s in front of us—this is a serious challenge against an undefeated fighter who’s coming hungry. But my team and I are doing the work, staying locked in, and we’re ready to prove exactly who the champion is. That belt belongs to Mexico, and after this fight, it’s going back home where it belongs.”

Emma Dolan hails from Newark, England by way of Norfolk, and is the current British and Commonwealth super flyweight champion at 115lbs. Dolan has climbed up the world rankings with consecutive wins in 2023 that saw her win and defend the Commonwealth super flyweight title. She added the British title to her collection in a ‘Fight of The Year Contender’ vs. Shannon Ryan in June 2024, and has defended both successfully. Now the IBF #1 contender, she aims to become the first British fighter to hold any version of the 115lb weight division’s titles.

 

“I’m looking forward to this fight. It’s felt a long time coming but it’s nearly here now,” said Emma Dolan. “I can’t wait to show everyone what Carl and I have been working on behind closed doors and bring that title back home.”

Additional information, including undercard bouts and co-main event details, will be announced in the coming weeks.

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About Caroline Dubois

WBC lightweight world champion “Sweet” Caroline Dubois fights out of London, England. Her amateur career was nothing short of legendary, a dominant run that included winning the gold medal at the 2018 Youth Olympic Games, becoming England’s first World Youth Champion (2018), and capturing four European Youth Championship titles between 2016 and 2019. This amateur dominance earned her the prestigious BBC Young Sports Personality of the Year award in 2019. In 2021, she represented Team GB at the Tokyo Summer Olympics, reaching the quarter-finals. Dubois made her professional debut in February 2022 and quickly established herself in the lightweight division. In September 2023, she earned her first major professional title, winning the vacant IBO lightweight world title via unanimous decision. Her ascent continued in August 2024, when she defeated Maira Moneo to claim the WBC Interim lightweight title. Following a relinquishment of the title, Dubois was elevated to become the WBC lightweight world champion in December 2024. The 25-year-old southpaw successfully retained her titles in 2025, securing a majority decision win against Bo Mi Re Shin in March 2025 before another successful title defense vs. Camilla Panatta on the undercard of Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua in December. She is currently ranked ESPN’s #1 lightweight and Boxrec’s #16 pound-for-pound talent in the world.

About Terri Harper

WBO lightweight world champion Terri “Belter” Harper fights out of Doncaster, England. During her brief career at the amateur level, competing only 17 times, she earned three national titles and won silver at the 2012 European Junior Championships. Harper went on to make her professional debut in 2017 at age 21. Less than two years later in July 2019, she found her first world title opportunity in the super featherweight division at 130lbs, defeating Nozipho Bell by TKO to earn the previously vacant IBO world title. Following a successful first defense, Harper quickly unified her titles against then-WBC champion Eva Wahlstrom in February 2020, winning by unanimous decision. She successfully defended her unified titles twice more before facing a challenging loss to Alycia Baumgardner in November 2021. An unshaken Harper returned to the ring just four months later to earn her next win before moving up four divisions to 154lbs to challenge Hannah Rankin for the WBA and IBO super welterweight world titles, winning by UD. After contesting for the WBO world title at 154lbs, Harper moved down to 135lbs in September 2024, defeating Rhiannon Dixon to capture the WBO lightweight world title. With the win, she became Britain's first-ever three-division women’s world champion. Harper made her first title defense at 135lbs in May 2025, besting Natalie Zimmermann by unanimous decision. The 29-year-old is currently ranked as ESPN’s #2 lightweight in the world. 

About Ellie Scotney

MVP’s unified super bantamweight world champion Ellie Scotney will become the youngest UK female boxer in history to fight for the undisputed crown on Sunday, April 5—and will become the youngest in UK history, male or female, to become undisputed champion if she wins. The Catford, England native made her pro debut in 2020. In her seventh pro fight, Scotney dethroned former 122lb champion Cherneka Johnson by UD to become the new IBF world champion. Scotney successfully defended her IBF belt against Laura Griffa in September 2023 before unifying the division and adding the WBO and Ring Magazine titles to her collection in a UD win over then-undefeated 18-0 champion Segolene Lefebvre. The 27-year-old most recently faced the longest-standing division champion, former WBC titlist Yamileth Mercado on the Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 3 all-women’s card live on Netflix, winning by UD and adding the WBC belt to her unified collection. The outstanding performance earned her recognition as ESPN’s 2025 Female Boxer of the Year. Scotney is currently ranked Boxrec’s #8, and Ring Magazine’s #10 pound-for-pound boxer, as well as ESPN’s #1 super bantamweight in the world. 

About Mayelli Flores

Mayelli Flores is the reigning WBA super bantamweight world champion from Mexico City, Mexico. Standing at 4’11”, Flores turned professional in 2014 and has built a reputation for high pressure and punch volume inside the ring. After an early career highlighted a narrow world title challenge against Yulihan Luna, Flores defeated Nazarena Romero by split decision in Kissimmee, Florida, to capture the WBA 122lb crown in May 2025. Known for her toughness, stamina, and willingness to trade in the pocket, the 33-year-old Flores represents Mexico with pride as she continues her rise among the sport’s elite.

About Chantelle Cameron

Former undisputed super lightweight champion at 140lbs and current #1 WBA, #1 WBO, and #7 WBC contender Chantelle “Il Capo” Cameron (20-1, 8 KOs) is one of the most recognized names in women’s boxing. Cameron made her pro boxing debut in May 2017 and earned her first title honors in December 2017, her fifth pro fight, winning the IBO 135lb lightweight world title by stoppage. In 2020, Cameron moved up to 140lbs to contend for the then-vacant WBC super lightweight world title, defeating Adriana Dos Santos Araujo to become a two-division champion. Cameron unified her titles against Mary McGee in October 2021, earning a UD win to add the IBF and Ring Magazine titles to her WBC hardware. In November 2022, Cameron defeated Jessica McCaskill to become the undisputed super lightweight champion. Cameron’s undisputed reign came to head against Ireland’s Katie Taylor in May 2023, when she successfully defended her undisputed crown. The win set the stage for the pair’s rematch in November 2023, which resulted in a majority decision for Taylor. Cameron returned to the ring in July 2024, defeating Elhem Mekhaled to secure the WBC interim super lightweight title at 140lbs, which she defended in November 2024 and now will defend again on Friday, July 11. Cameron is currently ESPN’s #5 and Boxrec’s #10 pound-for–pound women’s boxer in the world, resides in Northampton, England and trains under Jamie Moore and Nigel Travis.

About Michaela Kotaskova

Michaela Kotásková is a Czech-born Austrian professional boxer, boxing coach, and charity ambassador. She is one of Austria’s most successful female boxers and holds the WBF welterweight title. She studied German and Bohemian Studies at Palacký University Olomouc from 2011 to 2015 and began boxing in October 2014 in the Czech Republic. In 2015, she moved to Vienna, where she continued her studies at the University of Vienna while pursuing her boxing career. Since 2015, Kotásková has trained at Boxclub Bounce under head coach Daniel Nader, who played a decisive role in her athletic development until his passing in 2025. Between 2017 and 2022, she represented the Austrian national boxing team and became a multiple-time Austrian national champion. She turned professional in 2022 and won the WBF Intercontinental welterweight title in April 2023 against Mahjouba Oubtil. In April 2024, she captured the WBF welterweight world title with a victory over Erika Alvarez and successfully defended her title twice against Mikaela Lauren and Gisela Noemi Luna. In recognition of her achievements, she was named WBF Boxer of the Year 2024. Outside the ring, Kotásková works as a boxing coach, is a charity ambassador, and competes in coffee competitions.

About Irma Garcia

Irma “La Torbellino” García is a professional boxer, attorney, police officer, and member of the Secretariat of Citizen Security of Mexico City. She holds a law degree with a specialization in criminal law, is a certified expert in criminalistics, has earned a master’s degree in public administration, and has received an honorary doctorate degree. With more than 22 years of service as a police officer, García graduated with honors for academic achievement from a class of 450 officers and has been awarded the Medal of Sports Merit. In the ring, she is both a former and current world champion, having captured the WBA bantamweight world title at 118lbs and now holds the IBF super flyweight world title at 115lbs. Garcia was recognized by the Nevada Boxing Hall of Fame in Las Vegas for her outstanding achievements as a world champion and her exemplary service as a police officer, becoming the first Mexican police officer to receive this prestigious honor. Through her dedication to serving and protecting her country, García has broken barriers and built deep community connections through social outreach, delivering talks to children, women, and families that promote the message of “A Healthy Body, a Healthy Mind” and help foster a culture of peace.

About Emma Dolan

Emma Dolan hails from Newark, England by way of Norfolk, and is the current British and Commonwealth super-flyweight champion at 115lbs. Dolan fell in love with the sport at age nine and went on to have a successful amateur career which included representing England. In her pro debut, she earned a stoppage win over fellow debutant Nicole Goldsmith Ryan in September 2021. Since relocating to Newark in 2022 under the tutelage of renowned trainer/manager Carl Greaves, Dolan has climbed up the world rankings with consecutive UD points wins over Halima Vanjebi in March 2023 and Nicola Hopewell in October 2023 to win and defend the Commonwealth super-flyweight title successfully. She added the British title to her collection with a split decision win over the highly-rated Shannon Ryan in a ‘Fight of The Year Contender’ in June 2024, and comfortably retained both titles with a comfortable UD win over Lauren Parker. Since becoming the IBF #1 contender, Dolan has waited patiently while her mentor Greaves has navigated her into a ‘Mandatory Contender’ position and now is the time for ‘The Best Kept Secret’ in British boxing to announce herself onto the biggest stage. Dolan aims to become only the sixth Female IBF super flyweight champion and the first British fighter to hold any version of the weight division’s titles.

About MVP

Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) was founded in August 2021 by Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian with a fighter first ethos. Since inception, MVP has produced 30 live boxing events, currently promotes nearly 60 fighters, 16 world champions, and 26 top contenders.

MVP has led boxing’s evolution in the streaming era through partnerships with the world’s leading platforms. In November 2024, MVP’s Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson and Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 2 was the first-ever live professional sports event streamed on Netflix. Paul vs. Tyson shattered records, becoming the most-streamed sporting event of all time with 125 million live viewers worldwide. MVP went on to partner with Netflix twice in 2025 for MVP’s Taylor vs. Serrano 3 and Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day.

Today, MVP is the global home of women’s boxing. MVP’s Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano in 2022 was the first female fight to headline Madison Square Garden, while Taylor vs. Serrano 2 in 2024 saw 74 million viewers globally on Netflix and became the most-watched professional women’s sports event in US history with 47 million AMA in the US. Their 2025 trilogy on Netflix topped an all-women’s megacard that set the official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the most world championship belts ever contested on a single fight card, male or female, with 17 world titles, earning nearly 6 million viewers globally. 

About Olympia

Olympia is one of the most ambitious regeneration projects in the world. The £1.3 billion scheme is set to transform the heritage site into London’s newest entertainment destination, designed by Heatherwick and SPARCC for Yoo Capital and Deutsche Finance International.

Olympia Events manages the historic venues at Olympia, a cultural and architectural landmark that has hosted extraordinary and remarkable events since 1886. From breathtaking consumer shows and thrilling sporting and music events, Olympia Events continues to bring world-class events to London, with its distinctive architecture and almost 140-year heritage attracting some of the best and boldest events in the UK.

In 2022, Olympia’s events business joined Legends Global’s extensive portfolio of 450 managed venues, ahead of the wider estate’s redevelopment. As this next chapter unfolds, Olympia’s iconic event spaces will remain at the heart of Olympia’s £1.3bn transformation into London’s newest entertainment destination. Once completed, the iconic heritage halls will be complemented by a new International Convention Centre and premium lounge, managed by Olympia Events, 3,800-capacity live music venue managed by AEG Presents; London’s largest

purpose-built theatre in almost 50 years, managed by Trafalgar Entertainment and The Shubert Organization; two hotels operated by citizenM Hotels and Hyatt Regency; 30 restaurants, bars and eateries; Wetherby Pembridge, a new co-educational senior school; a boutique gym by 1Rebel, 550,000 sq ft of offices boasting some of the largest terraces in London, as well as new public spaces for visitors to enjoy. The reimagined Olympia’s new venues started launching in late 2025, with the phased opening continuing throughout 2026 and 2027. Stay tuned for future announcements at www.olympia.london  

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Anthony Wright- Hearn makes his pro debut March 13 at Thunderdome 53

Credit: Southern Stars Boxing 

Press Release: February 8, 2026 By Dragon Fire Boxing - Friday the 13th of March, Dragon Fire Boxing hits the Metro City Arena for the first time this year for Thunderdome 53 with a stacked card.

One of the amateur standouts coming through and making his pro debut is Anthony Wright Hearn

Lets get to know Anthony Wright Hearn;

“I started boxing soon after my 18th birthday. I wanted to learn how to (properly) fight, from a very young age. Childhood circumstances quickly taught me the importance of knowing how to protect yourself, and your loved ones, physically”.

“My thoughts on my professional debut, best of luck, fella”.

“Thanks so much for all the support thus far, people. Lots of whom supported me throughout my whole amateur career, and now buying tickets to come see my professional debut. It’s unreal”.

“My goals for 2026 are to be a good husband, and father for my children and smoke whoever is in front of me”.

Tickets on sale now at megatix.com.au & the event will be broadcast by Livecombatsports.com.au  

Material  of: Dragon Fire Boxing/Photo Courtesy of: Southern Stars Boxing Used with permission.

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