ThunderDome 52 Results From Metro City Nightclub, Perth, Australia

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Press Release: November 26, 2025 By Lewis Moss - Last night, (Friday, November 28th) DragonFire Promotions returned to the Metro City Night Club for their final event of the year.

 

The main event saw Lewis Clarke defeat Bilal Seidu to put himself in pole position for a shot at the State Cruiserweight Title.

 

The undercard saw Sherwyn Watkins claim championship gold, along with other exciting prospects.

 

Bilal Seidu vs Lewis Clarke II

In the main event of the evening, Lewis Clarke defeated Bilal Seidu in their highly anticipated rematch to win the Interim WA State Cruiserweight Championship.

 

Back in August, the two fought for the first time in what was said to be a Cruiserweight title eliminator. 

 

Despite many believing Seidu had done enough to get the victory, it was Clarke who walked away with the controversial split decision.

 

Both men started off the fight on the front foot, eager to pick up the statement victory.

 

In the second round, Seidu landed a massive right hand that drew a loud reaction from the crowd. Seidu pushed for the finish, but Clarke managed to weather the storm.

 

Seidu kept up his momentum throughout the third and fourth rounds, backing Clarke onto the ropes and unloading flurries as he pressed the action.

 

Clarke rallied back and started the final round on the front foot. However, Seidu eventually pushed Clarke back into another exchange on the ropes.

 

The two men continued to trade shots before the final bell sounded.

 

Despite the crowd’s chants for Bilal Seidu, it was Lewis Clarke who was awarded another controversial split decision victory.

 

The win for Clarke sets him up for a fight with current champion Billy Quinncroft next year. A win would make the Aussie a two-division WA State titleholder, further cementing his rise through the ranks.

 

Binny Folan vs Sherwyn Watkins

In the Co Main Event, Sherwyn Watkins defeated Binny Folan to win the WA NITRO Super Middleweight Championship. 

 

The fight started at a fast pace with the two men trading in the pocket.

 

Late in the second round, the momentum shifted in Watkins’ favour after he rocked Folan with a series of heavy shots, before unloading a flurry that forced the referee to issue a standing count.

 

Watkins continued his onslaught for the rest of the fight by constantly backing Folan against the ropes.

 

The fifth round saw both men bite down and trade once again. Watkins looked close to finishing the job, but Folan showed tremendous heart, battling back despite taking significant punishment.

 

When the final bell sounded, it was Watkins who was given the clear unanimous decision and the WA NITRO Super Middleweight Title.

Holly McMath vs Sarah Higginson

Holly McMath and Sarah Higginson fought to a split draw in their bout for the ANBF Australasian Flyweight Title.

 

The two women fought each other at the RAC Arena earlier in the year, with the fight being cut short after an accidental head clash rendered Higginson unable to continue. 

 

This time fans finally got the competitive matchup they were hoping for, but once again there was no decisive winner.

 

The fight started off with Higginson trying to get on the inside, but McMath utilized her range well by keeping her opponent at the end of her jab.

 

Higginson found more success in the second and third rounds by upping the pressure and landing the cleaner shots. McMath began to regain momentum in the fourth and fifth as she settled back into her rhythm.

 

Higginson increased the tempo in the sixth round by connecting with multiple flush shots on her opponent to finish strong.

 

When the final bell sounded, many in attendance were unsure of who won the fight. The judges felt the same, ultimately scoring the bout a split draw to leave both fighters dissatisfied.

 

With inconclusive endings to both of their fights, a third bout between these two women seems inevitable.

 

Joel Lewis vs Sonny Manakane 

Joel Lewis picked up his fourth stoppage victory in a row, as he knocked out Sonny Manakane in brutal fashion.

The win for Lewis marks his second under new trainer Angelo Hyder, as he continues his journey up the boxing ranks.

 

Manakane came out aggressively, pushing forward from the opening bell. 

 

The Aussie stayed composed and stayed light on his feet while looking for counter-punching opportunities.

 

In the final seconds of the first round, Lewis connected with a hard right cross that sent Manakane to the canvas.

 

The Indonesian answered the count, but was met with one last flurry from Lewis that put him to the floor again, prompting the referee to stop the fight.

Sam Rennie vs Rivo Rengkung 

After winning his first fight overseas, Sam Rennie returned to Perth and comfortably outclassed Rivo Rengkung

 

The fight opened at a measured pace, with Rennie setting the tone early by picking Rengkung apart behind sharp jabs and well-placed body shots. 

 

Rengkung made several attempts to close the distance, but Rennie’s range control and footwork kept him a step ahead throughout.

 

Early into the third round, Rennie connected with a huge shot to the body that brought his opponent down to one knee. The Englishman tried to press for the finish, but Rengkung survived.

 

Rennie remained in control of the fight in the fourth and fifth rounds, resulting in a standing count in the final round.

 

When the final bell sounded, the Englishman walked away with the unanimous decision win.

 

The victory for Rennie marks his fifth victory of the year and with this momentum behind him, he is looking to make even more noise in 2026.

Owen Corrigan vs Liang Wang II

 

Owen Corrigan kept his undefeated record intact after defeating Liang Wang for the second time.

 

Corrigan set the tone early, applying pressure from the opening bell. Wang fired back, but the Irishman answered with sharp jabs and well-timed hooks to the body.

 

Momentum briefly shifted in the third round when Wang backed Corrigan onto the ropes and landed a series of heavy shots. Corrigan regrouped quickly, as he stunned Wang with a big cross in the fourth round that forced him backwards.

 

In the fifth round, Corrigan managed to land another right cross, but Wang continued to retaliate with shots of his own.

Despite Wang giving the Irishman some problems, Corrigan kept his composure and picked his moments throughout the bout.

While the fight remained competitive, Corrigan’s cleaner work and control was enough to secure a deserved unanimous decision win.

Full Fight Card Results

Lewis Clarke DEFEATED Bilal Seidu by Split Decision

Interim WA State Cruiserweight Title

Sherwyn Watkins DEFEATED Binny Folan by Unanimous Decision

WA NITRO Super Middleweight Title

Owen Corrigan DEFEATED Liang Wang by Unanimous Decision

Holly McMath vs Sarah Higginson ended in a Split Draw

ANBF Australasian Flyweight Title (vacant)

Michael Bazley DEFEATED Damien Johnson by Fourth Round KO

Alan Pond Cup 2025

Sam Rennie DEFEATED Rivo Rengkung by Unanimous Decision 

Tanaka Saburi DEFEATED Joel Hogan by Unanimous Decision

Joel Lewis DEFEATED Sonny Manakane by First Round KO

Jaidyn Chin DEFEATED Rigor Angeles by Fourth Round TKO

Gareth Hilton DEFEATED Faturochman by First Round TKO

Youseff Radwan vs Joel Pinici ended in a Split Draw (Exhibition Fight)

Tyrone Lacey DEFEATED Mitchell Arnold by Majority Decision

Sherwyn Watkins Jr DEFEATED Harigan Sutton by Unanimous Decision (Exhibition Fight)

Harrison Kruenert DEFEATED Gerrie Camama by Unanimous Decision (Exhibition Fight)

 

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Joel Lewis Talks Boxing Evolution Ahead Of Thunderdome 52 Bout This Friday In Perth, Australia

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Press Release: November 26, 2025 By Lewis Moss - This Friday, November 28th Dragon Fire Boxing Promotions returns to the Metro City Night Club for their final event of the year.

 

In the main event, Bilal Seidu and Lewis Clarke clash in a highly anticipated rematch for the Interim WA State Cruiserweight Championship.

 

Earlier in the card, “Lethal” Joel Lewis looks to extend his impressive winning streak when he fights Sonny Manakane, who is stepping in on short notice in place of the injured Yong Shuai Liuan.

 

Two weeks ago, it was announced that Lewis had signed a new long-term managerial deal with Dragon Fire Boxing, stating that he was excited to continue his development under the promotion.

 

“I'm excited for what the future beholds” Lewis said. “We've got a great team at Dragon Fire and that's what will take me to the top.

 

“The management and everything that I've got at Dragon Fire is going to be a real big factor towards my future and my boxing career.

 

“I know [DragonFire] will look after me in 2026 and I'm sure it'll be a massive year for me now that I’m entering my prime. 

 

“I'll be getting a lot more wins under my belt and hopefully I'll be getting a lot more titles as well.”

 

Ever since debuting in 2023, Joel Lewis has solidified himself as one of the best fighters in WA, accumulating a record of 7-1 and a resume of highlight-reel finishes.

 

In June 2024, Lewis suffered his first defeat when he travelled to Bangkok to fight Mardi Sarbaz. The former State champion credits this moment as a massive learning experience in terms of his approach to the sport.

 

“[The Sarbaz fight] was a massive learning curve for me” Lewis told, “it was a good experience because it really changed the way I looked at my career.

 

“I was on a winning streak at that point, it just made me realise that I was still human and I still had a lot to work on.

 

“I just went back to the drawing board, got my boxing skills up and came back a lot stronger. In my recent fights, I've got some good stoppage wins, that first loss really switched me on.”

 

Since his first defeat, Joel Lewis has been on a tear in the regional scene. Currently riding a three-fight knockout streak, the Aussie’s most impressive performance came in his most recent fight against Fano Kori, as he dominated the veteran in every round before knocking him out in the dying seconds of the fight.

 

“I knew it was going to be a hard fight. Fano [Kori] is not an easy opponent.” Lewis said. 

 

“He's got a lot of experience, a lot more than I had going into the fight. So I knew it was going to be a tough job, but I just stayed true to what I knew.”

 

The win over Kori was Lewis’ first fight since relocating to New South Wales to train under Angelo Hyder. Hyder is a highly respected figure in Australian boxing, having trained multiple world champions such as Danny Green and the Moloney Brothers.

 

Lewis credits Hyder with the improvements that he has made in the ring.

 

“[Training with Hyder] has been amazing, my boxing has come a long way,” Lewis revealed.

 

“My camp is what made the difference against Kori, I felt I was ready for that fight. I have a lot of power in my hands and my boxing has come a long way.

 

“I was just a good fighter, but [Hyder] has really turned me into a great boxer and that's what I'm going to show again come Friday night.” 

 

Standing in Lewis’ way this time is Sonny Manakane, an international opponent who is stepping in on short notice to replace Yong Shuai Liuan whose injury forced him out of his scheduled fight with the Aussie.

 

“I've watched a little bit of his fights” Lewis told. “I think he'll come forward quite a bit and that will work well with my boxing style, because I like to draw my opponents into my big shots.”

With an exciting fight style and an aggressive demeanour, any fight that involves “Lethal” Joel Lewis is guaranteed to be a must see bout.

 

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Joshua-Paul Press Conference Quotes

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Press Release: November 22, 2025 By Most Valuable Promotions and Netflix - MIAMI, FL – November 21, 2025  –  Today at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, MVP’s international superstar and WBA #14-ranked cruiserweight Jake “El Gallo de Dorado” Paul (12-1, 7 KOs) and Matchroom’s two-time unified WBO, WBA, and IBF heavyweight world champion, Olympic gold medalist and knockout machine Anthony “AJ” Joshua (28-4, 25 KOs) met face to face ahead of their upcoming fight. Most Valuable Promotions’ (MVP) Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day will be a sanctioned, professional heavyweight bout contested over 8, three-minute rounds with 10oz gloves. The fight is set to take place on Friday, December 19, at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, and will stream live globally, only on Netflix at no additional cost to its 300+ million members. 

MVP and Netflix today announced the greatest MMA fighter of all time and Brazilian legend Anderson “The Spider” Silva (3-2, 2 KOs boxing, 34-11, 22 KOs MMA) makes his return to combat sports to face American MMA champion and combat sports icon Tyron Woodley (0-2 boxing, 19-7-1, 7 KOs MMA) will also join the main card of Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day. In the co-main event of Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day, MVP’s undisputed super featherweight world champion Alycia “The Bomb” Baumgardner (16-1, 7 KOs) will make a unified WBA, WBO, and IBF world title defense at 130lbs against Canada’s #2 IBF, #3 WBO and WBA contender Leila Beaudoin (13-1, 2 KOs). Baumgardner vs. Beaudoin will be contested over 12 three-minute rounds, equal to the men’s championship standard. Tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster.com. 

For more information, follow on X via @MostVPromotions and @Netflix, on Instagram via @MostValuablePromotions and @Netflix, or on Netflix’s Tudum.

Visit the official Netflix page and click 'Remind Me' to ensure you're notified on Friday, December 19, when the action begins. Visit Tudum.com for up-to-date information about the event.

JAKE PAUL QUOTES

On why he’s fighting Anthony Joshua: I like to challenge myself. I like to take on the biggest, the best. I said anyone, anytime, any place - I truly mean that. No one ever thought that this would be possible, that we would be here when I first started boxing, and no one thinks I'm going to win. So join the list and be ready to be shocked.

On dealing with critics and the idea he’s in a lose-lose situation: I've never been knocked down or knocked out, even in sparring, but I'm in a sport where that happens. This is not a one-sided fight as people think. And I have power, I have the ability to put people to sleep. That's why I took this challenge - and I know it's crazy and all of that, but I'm excited. I'm genuinely excited. My team's excited and everyone believes in me, and that's all that matters.

On what makes him confident he can beat Joshua: He's one of the best heavyweights ever, but I believe that fighting a smaller man is oftentimes harder as a heavyweight because of the speed difference and because of the foot speed, because of the angles, because of the head being off of the center. And so all of that power is great, and he's knocked people out. I just have to avoid that one shot for eight rounds, and I believe that I can do that. So when I'm bouncing around the ring, jabbing, weaving, and doing all of these things, I know I can pick him apart and score points and make this a very, very big contest. People say, “Oh, I respect Jake Paul for getting in there.” No, respect me because I'm about to win.

On who has more pressure going into the fight: Anthony. Yeah, 1000%. This is something that's going to weigh on him, right? Because of what you said. I'm going in there, I can fight free. If he starts getting touched up and losing rounds, I think the cookie will crumble.

On the significance of fighting Joshua in just his 14th pro fight: We've been pushing boundaries, and that's what I'm really here is to be a beacon for kids out there to take inspiration from. That's one of the biggest things and goals I have in my life, is to show people what the power of self-belief, manifestation, hard work, discipline, and where it can take you, and to take risks…..I'm here to inspire kids and do things differently, and be a disruptor.

On his official prediction for the fight: Official prediction: I think a fourth or fifth round knockout by me. Damn. There it is.

ANTHONY JOSHUA QUOTES

On how the Jake Paul fight came together and his reaction to it: It's great. I think it's massive. It's colossal. It's making big news. We're bringing marketability together with ability. Those two worlds collide. You've got Jake Paul versus Anthony Joshua, and we're here in Miami. We're bringing Europe, Africa, Asia, and Nigeria, the whole world together to watch this show on Netflix; it's going to be phenomenal. And that's how we ended up here. Basically, two guys that just want to put on a good show.

On critics saying this fight could stain his legacy: I just focus on people that believe in me, that are supporting me, and that's it, if I'm honest. So I ain't got nothing to say to those people because they don't even come into my psyche.

On what he sees when he looks at Jake Paul: Talent focus, good team - nothing negative. He's here to do his job. I could sit up here and try and address all the things that Jake doesn't do good, but I'm fighting the Jake that's going to do everything good on December 19th. So let me focus on that. He's a good person, does his thing, great team around him, puts in the work, and that's why he's sitting here now. Anyone out there in the world that works harder than the next person deserves to be a frontrunner, and he's a frontrunner in the boxing game right now.

On changing trainers for this fight: I won't be trained by Ben Davidson. I said that London's a bit distracting for me, so I was invited to train with Team Usyk. We've been doing some good training out in Spain, and I think he's [Oleksander Usyk] one of the best in the world. And it's not all down to him; it's also down to his team that surrounds him. So I linked up with them and [I’m] getting insight into how someone who's achieved so much. It's been phenomenal, man. It's been a great experience, and it's very challenging.

On how seriously he’s taking Jake Paul: He's been professional now, what, four years? Five, I do believe, right? Five years. So after three years, I was the underdog and no one believed in me - I came up fighting the best in the world. You can't underestimate anyone.

On what he’ll bring to the fight: I'm going to bring him to another school of boxing that I don't think he's been exposed to yet. So there's a few tricks I have up my sleeve to show Jake on December 19th.

About MVP

MVP was founded by Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian in 2021. With the mission to provide more creative control to fighters, MVP works to identify, grow, and maximize return for its own events and talent partners. One year into its inception, MVP was nominated as one of the prestigious Sports Breakthroughs of the Year in 2022 by Sports Business Journal. MVP has produced Jake Paul’s last seven global pay-per-view events, including the recent Paul vs. Chavez Jr. match. The promotion company also signed one of the most decorated Hispanic athletes of all time, Amanda Serrano, in its first year. Serrano and MVP made history in April of 2022 when Serrano went head-to-head with Katie Taylor, marking the first female fight to headline at Madison Square Garden, earning a nomination for Event of The Year by Sports Business Journal. MVP made history again in November 2024 with Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson and Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 2, the first-ever live professional sports event on Netflix. MVP’s Paul vs. Tyson streamed live globally on Netflix and shattered records, becoming the most-streamed sporting event ever with 108 million live viewers globally. MVP followed that up by Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 3 in July 2024 the first all-women’s boxing card to be featured on Netflix.  Co-founder Nakisa Bidarian was an executive producer of Paul vs. Tyson and the historic Triller Presents Mike Tyson v. Roy Jones Jr., which was the 8th most bought pay-per-view event in history.

About Netflix 

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with over 300 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films, live events and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause, and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time. 

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Gloves Off: Pitbull-Roach Now Streaming On Prime Video

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Press Release: November 22, 2025 By Prime Video - NEW YORK—November 21, 2025—Today, Prime Video announced Gloves Off: Pitbull vs Roach, the latest installment of its compelling, all-access docuseries. Debuting Saturday, November 22 on Prime Video, this edition explores the journey of two warriors whose willingness to accept major challenges have earned them worldwide respect in The Fight Game. Former 140-pound champion Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz and reigning WBA Super Featherweight World Champion Lamont Roach go toe-to-toe for the Interim WBC Super Lightweight Title on Saturday, December 6, headlining a PBC Pay-Per-View event on Prime Video from Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, TX.

 

As the 2025 boxing season enters its final month, this fight is pivotal for both men. Mexico City native "Pitbull" Cruz (28-3-1, 18 KOs) became world champion in March 2024, claiming the WBA Super Lightweight title. Recently, Cruz rebounded from a loss to Jose Valenzuela by defeating countryman Angel Fierro before earning a unanimous decision over Omar Salcido in July.

Washington D.C.'s Roach (25-1-2, 10 KOs) captured his WBA Super Featherweight World Championship in November 2023 by dethroning Hector Luis Garcia. He defended his belt in June 2024, dominating previously unbeaten Feargal McCrory for an eighth-round TKO. Earlier this year, he moved up in weight to challenge undefeated WBA Lightweight World Champion Gervonta "Tank" Davis, earning a controversial majority draw in New York City.

Narrated by Barry Pepper, the series takes fans beyond the ring, blending footage of fighters' lives, families, and training, as excitement builds for this prime-time showcase in a city with a long history of hosting memorable prizefights.

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BKB And Bally's Announce Launch Of BKB Bally's Fight Night Series

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Press Release: November 20, 2025 By BKB Bareknuckle Boxing - Miami, FL, 19th November 2025 – Bally’s Corporation and BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing today (November 18th) unveiled Bally’s Fightnight by BKB, a fully integrated 360 partnership that unites Bally’s proprietary sensor technology, Bally’s owned casino venues, and exclusive broadcast distribution into a single, seamless combat entertainment ecosystem. The franchise debuts Friday, January 9, 2026, at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi, where advanced sensors embedded in fighter wrist wraps will capture punch volume, punch type, and force of impact in real time, delivering a gamified experience to fans both inside the arena and across Bally’s digital platforms, including the Bally Sports Live apps and Stadium free ad-supported TV (FAST) channel.

The concept originated in 2021 through a pilot led by BKB CEO David Tetreault and Bally’s Chairman Soo Kim under Oscar De La Hoya’s KO Entertainment. Now realized as a complete 360 activation, the partnership leverages bare knuckle boxing’s glove-free format - the cleanest and most measurable striking discipline in combat sports - as the ideal proving ground for Bally’s proprietary sensor system. Every punch becomes quantifiable data, instantly transforming elite bouts into interactive, data-driven spectacles.

David Tetreault, CEO of BKB Bare Knuckle, said: “Four years ago Soo Kim and I dreamed of building the most data-backed combat sport on earth. Today, with Bally’s, that dream becomes Bally’s Fightnight by BKB. Bare knuckles give us the cleanest data possible; Bally’s gives us the platform to make that data entertaining, interactive, and profitable for fans everywhere.”

The sensor platform powers an enhanced storytelling experience with data-enriched broadcast graphics and immersive second-screen experience accessible via the Bally Sports Live mobile apps and Stadium FAST channel. Fans will receive live punch metrics including volume, velocity, and impact force; real-time leaderboards; predictive betting; fantasy-style scoring; heat maps; punch-type breakdowns; and fighter power rankings. The same data stream enhances the in-venue atmosphere through integrated arena displays, creating a unified experience from ringside to remote viewing.

Soo Kim, Chairman of Bally’s, said: “Bally’s has always been about creating experiences you can’t get anywhere else. Combining Bare Knuckle Boxing’s raw intensity with proprietary sensor technology and then scaling it globally, including our newly acquired properties in the UK and Australia, is exactly why we’ve built the Bally’s ecosystem the way we have.”

Jon Lin, SVP and GM of Bally’s Media, said: “For the first time ever, fans in our venues and watching at home will share the exact same live data feed; punch speed, force, volume, everything. It’s like having a second screen built into the fight itself. This is the most immersive combat sports broadcast we’ve ever produced.”

The partnership launches with a multi-event schedule staged exclusively inside Bally’s-owned properties, beginning with Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi and expanding to additional Bally’s destinations nationwide. All production, distribution, and fan engagement flow through Bally’s integrated digital ecosystem, ensuring seamless access for in-venue and remote audiences alike.

The debut card, Bally’s Fightnight by BKB: Biloxi, takes place on Friday, January 9, 2026, at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi, Mississippi, with doors opening at 6:00 PM CT and first bell at 7:00 PM CT. The event will be broadcast exclusively on the Bally Sports Live app and Stadium channel. Tickets are available now at bkbtickets.com/ballysbiloxi. Fighter lineup will be announced in the coming weeks.

About Bally’s Corporation

Bally’s (NYSE: BALY) is a fast-growing national brand with 20 casinos internationally including 1 retail casino in Newcastle, UK, 11 states across the US, along with a golf course in New York and a horse racetrack in Colorado and holds OSB licenses in 13 jurisdictions in North America. It also owns Bally Bet, a first-in-class sports betting platform, Bally Casino, a growing iCasino platform, Bally International Interactive division (formerly Gamesys Group), a leading global interactive gaming operator, and a significant economic stake in Intralot S.A. (ATSE: INLOT), a global lottery management and services business. As a global, entertainment-focused, omni-channel leader in retail and online gaming, Bally’s serves over 11 million domestic and 20 million international customers through its loyalty programs.

With 11,500 employees, its casino operations include approximately 17,700 slot machines, 630 table games, and 3,950 hotel rooms. Bally’s also has rights to developable land in Las Vegas at the site of the former Tropicana Las Vegas.

About BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing

In the past two years, BKB (originally BYB) has purchased the UK-based BKB, the world’s oldest professional bare knuckle boxing company, and in doing so merged the organizations to create the largest bare knuckle boxing company in the world in terms of roster, library and distribution; ushered in ethical and legalized gambling to the sport; acquired the rights to the historic and prestigious Police Gazette Diamond Belt which now serves as the Bare Knuckle Boxing World Championship; and brought bare knuckle boxing to lineal television on both sides of the Atlantic, including the recent deal with VICE TV and Telemundo Deportes in the US, and in the UK with talkSPORT, while being broadcast in over sixty countries around the world.

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ThunderDome 52 Card Preview:

Press Release: November 18, 2025 By Lewis Moss - 

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On November 28, Dragonfire Boxing makes its return to Metro City Night Club for their final event of the year.

The main event features a highly anticipated rematch between Bilal Seidu and Lewis Clarke for the Interim WA State Cruiserweight Title.

The undercard also features a whopping fifteen fights, including a mix of exciting matchups and rising prospects from the Perth regional scene.

Bilal Seidu vs Lewis Clarke

Thunderdome 52 will be headlined by the rematch between Bilal Seidu and Lewis Clarke.

Going into their first encounter in August, Clarke was a former heavyweight who dropped to cruiserweight to chase a second state championship. Seidu, looked to get himself back into contention after losing a state title fight earlier in the year.

Despite many thinking that Seidu had done enough to earn the victory, it was Clarke who was awarded the controversial split decision, sparking calls for a second meeting.

With current WA State Cruiserweight Champion Billy Quinncroft unavailable, Promoter Tony Tolj announced that the rematch will be for the interim title, adding significant stakes.

Fans can expect an intense showdown as the pair settle the score once and for all.

Binny Folan vs Sherwyn Watkins

In the co-main event, Binny Folan looks to continue his undefeated streak as he faces the returning Sherwyn Watkins for the WA NITRO Super Middleweight Title.

After six years out of the ring, Ireland’s Folan made his comeback in 2025, scoring two victories over Rusty Oates. For his third fight back, he sets his sights on championship gold against Watkins.

Watkins, who holds a 6-3-1 record, returns for the first time in seven years as he aims to halt Folan’s momentum. 

With both men seeking to re-establish themselves in the Perth boxing scene, the stakes are very high.

Holly McMath vs Sarah Higginson II

The card also features a rematch between Holly McMath and Sarah Higginson for the ANBF Australasian Flyweight Title.

Earlier this year, the pair met for the first time at the RAC Arena in an action packed contest. 

The fight was cut short after an accidental head clash left Higginson unable to continue, resulting in a technical decision win for McMath.

On November 28, they meet again in hopes of scoring a decisive victory and settling unfinished business.

Joel Lewis vs Sonny Manakane

Joel Lewis aims to extend his impressive winning streak when he faces international opponent Sonny Manakane.

Lewis has been on fire since suffering his first defeat overseas in June 2024, racking up three consecutive stoppage victories. 

His latest win was an emphatic finish against Fano Kori, as he dominated the veteran before closing the show in the dying seconds of the fight.

Standing in the Perth fighter’s way this time is Yong Shuai Liuan, an international opponent who looks to stop the momentum of the Aussie.

 

Lewis’ fight against Liuan will be his second since relocating to the Gold Coast to train under Angelo Hyder, an experienced coach who has multiple world champions to his name including Danny Green and the Moloney brothers.

Sam Rennie vs Sunardi Gamboa

The Isle of Man’s Sam Rennie takes on Sunardi Gamboa in another intriguing matchup.

Rennie is coming off his first fight outside Australia, where he scored a lopsided decision win in Phuket over Pyae Thein Oo back in October. 

The WBC Silver Australasian Champion now returns to Perth to face Sunardi Gamboa, a seasoned competitor who has shared the ring with former WBA Featherweight world title challenger Sam Goodman.

The fight looks to be a step up in competition for Rennie as he continues his journey up the boxing ladder.

Owen Corrigan vs Liang Wang II

Owen Corrigan makes his return to the ring in a rematch with Liang Wang.

Since 2024, Ireland’s ‘Bomber’ has made a statement as a rising force holding an undefeated 3-0 record. Liang Wang however, remains the only opponent he hasn’t been able to stop inside the distance.

In their first fight, Corrigan dominated throughout, but Wang showed tremendous resilience to hear the final bell. 

This time, The Irishman hopes to secure the knockout he narrowly missed.

Damien Johnson vs Michael Bazley

Damien Johnson and Michael Bazley will fight each other for the fifth annual Alan Pond Cup.

Bazley will be making his professional debut against Johnson, who is stepping in on two weeks notice to replace the injured Ryan Willams.

 

Full Fight Card Line Up

Bilal Seidu vs Lewis Clarke

 5 rounds - Interim WA State Cruiserweight Title

Binny Folan vs Sherwyn Watkins

 5 × 2 rounds - WA NITRO Super Middleweight Title

Holly McMath vs Sarah Higginson

 6 × 2 rounds - ANBF Australasian Flyweight Title (vacant)

Joel Lewis vs Yong Shuai Liuan

 6 rounds

Owen Corrigan vs Liang Wang

 4 rounds

Sam Rennie vs Sunardi Gamboa

 4 rounds

Jaidyn Chin vs Rigor Angeles

 4 rounds

Joel Hogan vs Tanaka Saburi

 4 rounds

Damien Johnson vs Michael Bazley (Debut)

 4 rounds - Alan Pond Cup 2025

Alan Amin (Debut) vs Alex Muster

 4 rounds

Gareth Hilton vs Faturochman

 4 rounds

Tyrone Lacey (Debut) vs Mitchell Arnold

 4 rounds

Youseff Radawan vs Joel Pinci

 4 rounds

Harigan Sutton vs Sherwyn Watkins Jr

 4 rounds

Harrison Kruenert vs Gerrie Camama

 4 rounds

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Anthony Joshua -Jake Paul Set For December 19 In Miami On Netflix

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Press Release: November 17, 2025 By Most Valuable Promotions and Netflix- Jake Paul faces the most dangerous and defining fight of his career against Britain’s two-time unified heavyweight world champion and Olympic Gold medalist Anthony Joshua in a professional heavyweight megafight scheduled for 8, three-minute rounds with 10oz gloves

Jake vs. Joshua Kickoff Press Conference will take place Friday, November 21 at 1pm at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, hosted by renowned combat sports journalist Ariel Helwani. All media interested in being credentialed to cover the press conference must apply here.

Tickets for Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day go on sale Friday, November 21 at 12pm ET at Ticketmaster.com and fans can sign up for pre-sale now at jakevsjoshua.com 

Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) and Netflix today announced Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day, a colossal global showdown between boxing’s biggest disruptor, international superstar and WBA #14-ranked cruiserweight Jake “El Gallo de Dorado” Paul (12-1, 7 KOs) and two-time unified WBO, WBA, and IBF heavyweight world champion, Olympic gold medalist and knockout machine Anthony “AJ” Joshua (28-4, 25 KOs). Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day will be a sanctioned, professional heavyweight bout contested over 8, three-minute rounds with 10oz gloves. The fight is set to take place on Friday, December 19 at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, and will stream live globally, only on Netflix at no additional cost to its 300+ million members. 

Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day represents the most dangerous test of Jake Paul’s nascent career. The matchup unites Paul, the sport’s most-watched fighter whose showmanship has redefined modern boxing and shattered records at every turn, with Joshua, one of boxing’s most accomplished, respected, and feared punchers, a global icon who twice unified the heavyweight division, and has headlined sold-out stadiums across the UK and beyond. This will be Paul’s second live event on Netflix in just over a year following his record-breaking victory over Mike Tyson in November 2024. Tickets for Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day will go on sale Friday, November 21 at 12pm ET at Ticketmaster.com, and fans can sign up for presale now at jakevsjoshua.com. The event will also feature MVP’s exclusive VIP experiences, including the MVP Owner’s Experience.

Paul and Joshua will meet face-to-face for the Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day Kickoff Press Conference on Friday, November 21 at 1pm ET at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida and will be free and open to the public on a first come first served basis. The press conference will be hosted by renowned combat sports journalist Ariel Helwani and will stream live on MVP’s YouTube Channel and Netflix Sports’ YouTube Channel. All media interested in being credentialed to cover the press conference must apply HERE.

The American pride of Puerto Rico, Jake “El Gallo de Dorado” Paul has shown tremendous growth as a boxer on his path to becoming a world champion, and now will look to prove he has what it takes against one of the most feared punchers in boxing and greatest pound-for-pound heavyweights in the world, Anthony Joshua. 

"This isn’t an AI simulation. This is Judgment Day,” said Jake Paul. “A professional heavyweight fight against an elite world champion in his prime. When I beat Anthony Joshua, every doubt disappears, and no one can deny me the opportunity to fight for a world title. To all my haters, this is what you wanted. To the people of the United Kingdom, I am sorry. On Friday, December 19, under the lights in Miami, live globally only on Netflix, the torch gets passed and Britain’s Goliath gets put to sleep. I KNOWWWW YOU GOT EM PICKED HAHAHHA"

Ahead of his showdown with Jake Paul, Anthony “AJ” Joshua enters the ring as one of the most accomplished heavyweights of his era. The 2012 Olympic gold medalist and two-time unified world champion has headlined stadiums across the globe, battled legends like Wladimir Klitschko and Oleksandr Usyk, and most recently delivered a devastating knockout of Francis Ngannou before facing IBF titleholder Daniel Dubois in front of 96,000 fans at Wembley Stadium.

“Jake or anyone can get this work. No mercy,” said Anthony Joshua OBE. “I took some time out and I’m coming back with a mega show. It’s a big opportunity for me. Whether you like it or not, I’m here to do massive numbers, have big fights and break every record whilst keeping cool, calm and collected. Mark my words, you’ll see a lot more fighters take these opportunities in the future. I’m about to break the internet over Jake Paul’s face.” 

“Everyone laughed when Jake Paul said in March that he wanted to fight AJ in 2026,” said Nakisa Bidarian, CEO of Most Valuable Promotions. “Well, plans changed, and in under two weeks, MVP and Netflix have made one of the biggest fights of all time. Now, as only Jake Paul could and would do, he’s fighting one of the most fearsome boxers in the world. Joshua has every advantage in this fight, except one - the delusional confidence of Jake Paul, and if anyone can shock the world, it’s him. This is a global clash between two of the most recognizable figures in the sport, Jake, the face of boxing’s new era, and Joshua, the King of UK boxing."

“Anthony Joshua is one of the most formidable and decorated heavyweights in the world – the ultimate test for any fighter,” said Gabe Spitzer, Vice President, Sports, Netflix. “We have immense respect for Jake Paul's decision to take this challenge; it demonstrates the fearless ambition he has for his career. This is exactly why Netflix is in the live business: we love taking big swings and delivering the biggest, must-watch cultural spectacles.”

"They say be careful what you wish for, kind of feel like that’s all I need to say,” said Eddie Hearn, Chairman Matchroom. “Two of the biggest names in the sport will collide on Dec 19. Whilst I admire Jake’s balls, he’s going to find out the hard way in Miami.” 

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

For more information, follow on X via @MostVPromotions and @Netflix, on Instagram via @MostValuablePromotions and @Netflix, or on Netflix’s Tudum.

Jake vs. Joshua will be the latest large scale live event to air on Netflix. This past September, over 41 million people watched Terrence Crawford defeat Canelo Álvarez for the super middleweight championship. With WWE Raw continuing to air every week globally, upcoming live events include NFL Christmas Gameday returning to Netflix with two matchups on Christmas Day: the Dallas Cowboys vs. Washington Commanders and Detroit Lions vs. Minnesota Vikings. 

About Jake Paul

The American pride of Puerto Rico, Jake “El Gallo de Dorado” Paul has shown tremendous growth as a boxer on his path to becoming a world champion, and now will look to prove he has what it takes against one of the most feared punchers in boxing and greatest pound-for-pound heavyweights in the world, Anthony Joshua. In just five years since turning pro, Paul has made his impact in the ring, earning high-profile victories over names like Tyron Woodley, Anderson Silva, and Nate Diaz. His viral knockouts and headline-grabbing performances have breathed new life into boxing, drawing millions of fans and setting records. In November 2024, Jake Paul defeated the Baddest Man on the Planet, Mike Tyson in a heavyweight bout in the first-ever live professional sporting event on Netflix. Paul vs. Tyson shattered records, becoming the most-streamed sporting event ever with 108 million live viewers globally. Paul most recently returned to the ring in June 2025 to face former world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., earning a unanimous decision victory and entering the WBA cruiserweight rankings at #14 with the win. Paul has collected multiple accolades for his commitment to the sport of boxing, including ESPNRingside’s 2021 Knockout of the Year, Sports Illustrated’s 2021 Breakout Boxer of the Year, ESPNRingside’s 2022 Viral Moment of the Year, and was the cover of Sports Illustrated’s “The 50 Most Influential Figures in Sports” issue, awarded specifically for his groundbreaking work to revolutionize the sport through equitable pay, providing a platform for young fighters, and his support of female boxers. Paul also partnered with USA Boxing ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics, continuing his mission to elevate the sport and its future champions. 

About Anthony Joshua

Anthony “AJ” Joshua claimed Olympic gold for Team Great Britain at London 2012 before becoming one of the biggest heavyweight stars in the world. In April 2016, he destroyed then-IBF titleholder Charles Martin to win his first world title, successfully defending it twice before defeating legend Wladimir Klitschko in an unforgettable battle in front of 90,000 at England’s national stadium in April 2017 to unify the division and earn the WBA title. He unified the division again in March 2018 by defeating Joseph Parker to become the WBO, IBF and WBA world champion, successfully defending the belts against Alexander Povetkin at Wembley Stadium in September 2018. In his American debut at Madison Square Garden, he lost his unbeaten record to Andy Ruiz Jr, but avenged the loss in Saudi Arabia in December 2019 to become a two-time unified WBO, IBF, and WBA heavyweight champion. The now-36-year-old followed that up with a KO victory over mandatory challenger Kubrat Pulev at Wembley Arena a year later before testing himself on two occasions against pound-for-pound powerhouse Oleksandr Usyk. Still hungry, Joshua moved to Dallas, Texas to work under new trainer Derrick James before returning to the UK to fight Jermaine Franklin at the O2 in April 2023, earning his 25th career victory with a wide points decision in his first fight back at the dome since 2016. AJ then fought Robert Helenius on short notice, earning a devastating knockout of the year contender in the seventh round, then landed a headline slot in Saudi Arabia in December 2023 against Otto Wallin, who retired on his stool at the end of the fifth round. In March 2024, Joshua delivered a devastating second-round Knockout of the Year against MMA star Francis Ngannou. In pursuit of becoming a three-time heavyweight world champion, Joshua most recently took on then-IBF title holder, fellow Brit and former sparring partner Daniel Dubois in front of 96,000 fans at Wembley Stadium in September 2024.

About MVP

MVP was founded by Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian in 2021. With the mission to provide more creative control to fighters, MVP works to identify, grow, and maximize return for its own events and talent partners. One year into its inception, MVP was nominated as one of the prestigious Sports Breakthroughs of the Year in 2022 by Sports Business Journal. MVP has produced Jake Paul’s last seven global pay-per-view events, including the recent Paul vs. Chavez Jr. match. The promotion company also signed one of the most decorated Hispanic athletes of all time, Amanda Serrano in its first year. Serrano and MVP made history in April of 2022 when Serrano went head to head with Katie Taylor, marking the first female fight to headline at Madison Square Garden, earning a nomination for Event of The Year by Sports Business Journal. MVP made history again in November 2024 with Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson and Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 2, the first-ever live professional sports event on Netflix. MVP’s Paul vs. Tyson streamed live globally on Netflix and shattered records, becoming the most-streamed sporting event ever with 108 million live viewers globally. MVP followed that up by Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 3 in July 2024 the first all women’s boxing card to be featured on Netflix.  Co-founder Nakisa Bidarian was an executive producer of Paul vs. Tyson and the historic Triller Presents Mike Tyson v. Roy Jones Jr., which was the 8th most bought pay-per-view event in history.

About Netflix 

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with over 300 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films, live events and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause, and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time. 

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Joel “Lethal” Lewis Inks Managerial Deal With Dragon Fire Boxing

Press Release: November 12, 2025 By Dragon Fire Boxing -

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Welterweight, Joel “Lethal” Lewis has signed with Oceania management juggernauts, Dragon Fire Boxing as he looks to continue his progression in the professional ranks.

Lewis has reached 7-1 as a professional, with his last outing seeing him defeat amateur sensation and Fano Kori via a brutal Knock out of the night, in which many deemed Lewis to be a long shot.

Lewis opened up about his recent victory and his plans moving forward.

“I was really happy with my last fight on the Thunderdome 51 event in Metro City, Perth, and thank you to Tony Tolj for getting me on and allowing me to show off skills in one of the featured fights.

“The Thunderdome series is an iconic part of Australian boxing so to be able to compete on these events really means a lot to me & I’m just getting started.

“People can underestimate me all the want but I’ve shown when I get in there they are facing someone with the attitude of stone cold killer.

“I want to continue to be in these real fights and give people value for money when I fight. I have great support so anyone who fights me, will know I’m Lethal by name and Lethal by nature.”

Lewis is now under the guidance of Australian boxing chieftain, Tony Tolj, and Lewis weighed in on his decision to sign with one of Australia’s mainstays.

Lewis has now moved to Kingscliff and trains with Angelo Hyder and will be mentored by stablemates Andrew and Jason Moloney.

“Angelo is the best and a boxing genius he has lifted my game to another level, he sees everything and it’s the 1 percenters that make all the difference.

I’d like to thank the team at Dragon Fire Boxing for giving me this opportunity.

“Tony always gets great opportunities for his fighters and I believe he’ll do the same for me.. Ive already won two State titles and a WBC Australia silver title and I believe I have titles in me and when the time is right titles will come. I’m gonna make some noise in the Welterweight division, its gonna be one hell of a ride, Lethal by name, Lethal by nature Lets go!

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Push To Secure Aussie Andrew Moloney's Hometown World Title Shot

Press Release: November 7, 2025 By Murray Wenzel - 

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Talks have begun to bring Andrew Moloney's world title fight to Australia as the pint-sized champion eyes a move to Jai Opetaia's stable.

The IBF has ordered that the winner of December's clash between Mexico's super flyweight champion Willibaldo Garcia and Japan's two-division king Kenshiro Teraji must fight the Australian before June 25 next year.

Moloney, who shook off ring rust with a win in Fiji on Saturday, expects Teraji to beat the Mexican champion in their Saudi Arabia bout.

The Kingscliff-based boxer, who stopped Indian Pawan Kumar in the fifth round in Suva, thinks Garcia has "sold his belt" by seeking an exemption to delay their bout and fight on the big-money Saudi card.

So a trip to Japan as challenger appears the likely route, but Moloney's manager Tony Tolj is hopeful an allegiance with Opetaia's Tasman Fighters can bring it home.

Moloney spent a frustrating year waiting for a fight before a winning return in Fiji on Saturday. 

Moloney spent a frustrating year waiting for a fight before a winning return in Fiji on Saturday. (November 1sr)

Tasman Fighters boss Mick Francis is preparing to host one of the country's deepest cards on December 6, when Opetaia will defend his IBF and The Ring cruiserweight belts for a seventh time.

Heavyweights Justis Huni and Teremoana Teremoana, rising stars Max McIntyre and Austin Aokuso, as well as veteran Paul Fleming, fighting Jake Wyllie, all feature on the Gold Coast.

Moloney's twin brother Jason will also make his Tasman Fighters debut after the brothers' deal with American promoter Top Rank expired.

A bantamweight world champion less than a year ago, Jason has fought in front of more than 50,000 at the Tokyo Dome and hopes a union with Opetaia's team will rekindle his own title dream.

Francis also promotes Brisbane-based Irish light heavyweight star Conor Wallace, who is on the cusp of his own world title opportunity.

Opetaia and Huni will join Francis at a press conference in Sydney on Thursday to announce broadcasting details for the blockbuster Gold Coast card.

But Francis has bigger plans brewing, the Gold Coast promoter already working to secure hometown title shots for Moloney and Wallace early next year.

Moloney's Fiji victory was a relieving bright spot in an otherwise frustrating year.

He spent nearly five weeks in Mexico preparing to fight Argi Cortes in an IBF eliminator before pulling out after the date and location was changed multiple times.

The IBF awarded Moloney the Mandatory spot as challenger to Garcia's belt but then allowed the Mexican an exemption to fight in Saudi Arabia.

That meant Moloney spent nearly a year out of the ring before Saturday's successful return.

Jason Moloney defended his WBO bantamweight belt once before a gut-wrenching defeat in Tokyo last May when Yoshiki Takei, slumped on the ropes, was saved by the bell after dominating the early exchanges.

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Sydney Sweeney, Who Portrays Christy Martin in the New Biopic, Christy, Says the Former Boxing Champion’s Story “Will Save Lives"

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Press Release: November 5 , 2025 By AARP Movies For Grownups  -   Actress Sydney Sweeney tells AARP’s Movies for Grownups that transforming herself, in body and mind, into former boxing champion Christy Martin in the new biopic Christy (in theaters November 7) was a no-brainer choice.

“I wanted to take Christy on because she challenged me in new ways that I’ve never been challenged before,” Sweeney tells AARP’s Movies for Grownups. “Her story inspired me.  I couldn’t believe that I didn’t know who this amazing woman was, and I wanted her to be seen by the world.”

Sweeney adds: “I think that her story will save lives, and I needed to help facilitate that.”

Martin also reveals to AARP’s Movies for Grownups, “I did not talk to Ben Foster,” who co-stars as her emotionally and physically abusive husband James Martin, during the filming of Christy.  “I could not be in the room when he was doing the lines.  I just couldn't,” she adds.  “And I stayed away from him the entire film.  And I think he probably was glad, but it affected me…” 

In Christy, we see Martin’s brutal fights in the ring. Her struggle to come out as gay in an ultra-conservative family. The emotional rollercoaster with her misguided mother. And the brutal domestic battles with her former husband and manager. At one point James Martin repeatedly stabbed and shot Christy in the chest. (He was convicted of attempted second-degree murder and sentenced to 25 years in prison, where he died behind bars last year.)

For her part, Christy Martin came away thoroughly impressed by Sweeney, whose involvement helped get the film made in the first place.

“[It is] so much unlike what people expect from her, and she wanted to show that she has a broad range,” notes Martin, who spent a lot of time by Sweeney’s side on set. “I think it's a challenge for her, and I think she cares about helping people, and this movie is going to help people in many different ways, in many different groups of people.”

Martin adds: “I wanted it to be an underdog story, reaching domestic violence survivors, reaching parents that their children are coming to them saying they're gay or for some reason they're not exactly fitting into what the family thinks they should be.”

Martin became the face of female boxing in the ‘90s and brought the women-led sport to mainstream attention.  She was promoted by the king of boxing promoters, Don King (Muhammad Ali, Joe Frazier, George Foreman), appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated, won a welterweight title, and was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame. 

AARP's Movies for Grownups is a program dedicated to championing films and television shows that resonate with audiences age 50 and over, while also working to combat ageism in the entertainment industry. For more than two decades, AARP’s Movies for Grownups has recognized the talent and experience of older actors and filmmakers. AARP continues to champion movies for grownups, by grownups, by advocating for the 50-plus audience, and encouraging films and TV shows that resonate with older viewers.

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