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Press Release: September 1, 2026 By Dragon Fire Boxing - On August 28th, Dragon Fire Boxing Promotions returned to Metro City Arena for yet another explosive night of boxing.
In the main event, Owen Corrigan maintained his undefeated record, defeating Paulo Ratumaikoro by split decision.
The card also showcased a wide variety of exciting fights and quick knockouts.
Owen Corrigan vs Paulo Ratumaikoro
In the card’s headliner, Owen Corrigan defeated Paulo Ratumaikoro by split decision in his first-ever main event.
The win moves Corrigan’s unbeaten record to 7-0.
Coming off a career-best performance against Micah Rivetti, Ireland’s “Bomber” was originally slated to defend his newly won ANBF Australasian Light Heavyweight Title against Cole Smith.
However after Smith withdrew, he was replaced by Paulo Ratumaikoro and the fight took place one weight class above.
Despite the last-minute changes, Corrigan picked up the win in a hard-fought encounter.
Corrigan started the fight patiently, looking to control the range and dictate the pace through pressing the action.
In an attempt to get inside, Ratumaikoro frequently looked to land the overhand right.
Following the advice from his corner, Corrigan began to utilise his jab more effectively in the third round.
However, whenever the Irishman looked to close the distance Ratumaikoro found success with the overhand as he continued to make the fight look ugly in the pocket.
By the fifth round, Corrigan had started to make reads on his opponent, using his pressure to smother Ratumaikoro against the ropes before the final bell.
When the scorecards were read, it was Corrigan who walked away with the split-decision victory.
Providing the valiant effort from Ratumaikoro, the fight highlighted Corrigan’s ability to adapt and problem solve.
With world renowned trainer Angelo Hyder by his side, the sky is the limit for the Irishman who continues to make his mark as a fighter to watch in the Perth boxing scene.
Michael Bazley vs Sheng Xu
In the co-main event, Michael Bazley defeated Sheng Xu via first-round KO.
Fresh off winning the WA State Heavyweight Championship back in May, “Big Bad” Michael Bazley stepped into the ring against Sheng Xu, his second international opponent.
Bazley delivered yet another stunning knockout to maintain his undefeated record.
The fight started with The Aussie controlling the range with his jab while applying effective forward pressure.
Xu, the much smaller fighter, had a difficult time getting inside. When he did, he was met with a flurry of punches that sent him crashing to the canvas.
The Chinese fighter failed to answer the count, giving Bazley yet another KO victory.
Joel Lewis vs Weifang Li
Earlier in the card, Joel Lewis defeated Weifang Li in their rematch, stopping him via first-round TKO.
The two men first met back in May, with the fight ending in a majority draw. This time around, Lewis finished Li early with a brutal finish.
Both men looked to establish their jab early, attempting to stamp their authority on the fight.
During an exchange in the pocket, Lewis rocked Li with a huge right hook that staggered him backwards. The former state champion followed up with a barrage of punches, dropping Li to the canvas.
Lewis, who displayed a much more patient approach, dropped his opponent two more times before the referee waved off the contest.
FULL CARD RESULTS
Owen Corrigan defeated Paulo Ratumaikoro by Split Decision
Michael Bazley Defeated Sheng Xu by First Round KO
Shaun Bayne Defeated Mahesh Kharel by 1st Round TKO
Joel Lewis Defeated Weifang Li by 1st Round TKO
Michelle Lynch Defeated Harma Yesti by Unanimous Decision
Billy Quinncroft Defeated Theepakorn Pankasem by 2nd Round TKO
Tanaka Saburi Defeated Jingyang Chen by Unanimous Decision
Ratiphong Khamthao Defeated Joe Scaffidi by Split Decision
Manny Ritti defeated Liang Wang by Unanimous Decision
Jye Chin defeated Laurensius Lowa by 3rd Round TKO
Brendan Drummond-Hay Defeated Nicolas Serrano by Split Decision
Elijah Murray Defeated Mike Clark by 2nd Round TKO (Exhibition Fight)
Adam Marshall Defeated Colin Hoogenkamp by Split Decision (Exhibition Fight)
Material Courtesy of: Dragon Fire Boxing/Photo Courtesy of: Mike O’Hara/Dragon Fire Boxing Used with permission.
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