Fury challenges Sexton in his own backyard

Unbeaten heavyweight phenomenon Tyson Fury has already set his sights on the man he hopes will be his next opponent. The 6 feet 8 ½ inch 20 year old is scheduled for his third pro fight in Norwich on February 28th when he appears on the undercard of local hero, Jon Thaxton’s first defence of his European Lightweight title, promoted by Hennessy Sports.

Dunne could Cruz to the world title

By Jonny Stapleton

Art Pelullo, Banner Promotions and Tommy Egan Promotions have offered to help Bernard Dunne realise his world title dreams by offering the Dubliner a shot at Cristobal Cruz and his IBF featherweight title.

Mexican, Cruz (37-11-1) defends his title against rated French pugilist Cyrill Thomas (33-2-4) in St Quentin, France on Valentine’s night. And If Cruz emerges from his defence still in possession of his title Egan claims he would be more than willing to take on the Brian Peters managed Dunne.

Prizefighter: The light-heavyweights line-up announced

Courtesy of Matchroomsport.com

PRIZEFIGHTER returns next month – and this time the light-heavyweights get their chance to shine. This will be the fifth Prizefighter event and the thrilling format of three-round contests has captured the public’s imagination.

Once again the historic York Hall in Bethnal Green, London, is expected to be sold out on Friday, February 20 with all the action screened live on Sky Sports 1. The eight-man line-up includes Tony Oakey, who has previously held the British, WBU and Commonwealth titles, and three undefeated fighters.

Haughian confident despite “Pazmanian Devil” backing for Walsh

Billy Walsh and Stephen Haughian will finally get it on for the Irish Welterweight title at the Craigavon Leisure Centre on February 7th. Haughian has been eyeing a crack at the undefeated Corkman’s title ever since he won it 12 months ago and now he’s got his wish.

Tigerish Edwards walks through Bloy

height=”221″ />By Ben Carey

Local hero Chris Edwards set the Fenton Manor Sports Complex in Stoke ablaze with a torrid effort that reduced opponent Wayne Bloy to a shattered shell after four rounds to capture the vacant British and Commonwealth flyweight titles on Friday night on a Frank Maloney promotion.

Bloy officially retired on his stool at the end of the fourth due to a damaged right hand but in truth he was spared from an imminent stoppage at the hands of the relentless Edwards.