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BOXXER SIGNS FOUR-YEAR DEAL WITH SKY SPORTS

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BOXXER SIGNS NEW FOUR-YEAR DEAL WITH SKY SPORTS

BOXXER is pleased to confirm the signing of an exclusive four-year deal broadcast deal with Sky Sports.

The deal commits BOXXER to Sky Sports until 2025.

Sky Sports & BOXXER will reveal a more detailed fight schedule for the remainder of 2021 as well as a refreshed editorial approach over the coming weeks. This wide-ranging partnership will benefit the very top of the sport as well as at grassroots levels, with a commitment to engage with the British Boxing Board of Control.

“Sky Sports has been the bedrock of British boxing for many years. We have been waiting for the opportunity to offer a transformative approach to the sport and we are delighted that Sky Sports have bought into this vision,” said Ben Shalom, founder, BOXXER.

“We believe this will take the sport to new heights. Sky will show the best fights from around the world alongside a powerful UK schedule.”

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RDX x BOXXER x Rathbone Boxing Club

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RDX x BOXXER x Rathbone Boxing Club

BOXXER and its Official Glove Partner, RDX, joined forces for 2 shoots this month with pro boxers Dan Azeez and Brad Pauls, at Rathbone Boxing Club in central London. 

Dan Azeez (13-0) is an undefeated light-heavyweight fighting out of Lewisham in south London. Dan won the Southern Area belt in dominating fashion in 2019 before going on to claim the English title, which he has now defended twice. His eyes are set firmly on the UK’s top light-heavyweights, in what is now a stacked division domestically. 

Cornish born and raised, Brad Pauls (14-0) boasts an unblemished record as a professional and won the Southern Area middleweight title in 2019. Based at the Essex Fight Academy, he is a top UK prospect and after a period of forced inactivity due to the pandemic, he is keen to make his mark on the vibrant middleweight scene. 

Both boxers were able to make use of RDX’s exclusive Mark Pro range of gear, designed for training and competing at the highest level. Harnessing RDX’s cutting-edge materials and design technology, the Mark Pro gloves, pads and protective equipment provide optimum comfort and protection for the elite boxer. Check out the full range at RDX Sports.

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RDX x BOXXER – Shoot Days

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RDX x BOXXER – Shoot Days

Boxxer and its Official Glove Partner, RDX, teamed up for 2 shoots this month with pro boxers Linus Udofia and Oliver Edwards, at the All Stars Boxing Gym in West London. 

Linus Udofia (16-0) boasts a perfect record thus far and is the current English Middleweight Champion. Based in Luton and part of a vibrant domestic middleweight scene, Udofia’s eyes are firmly on the British and European titles before stepping up to world level. 

Oliver Edwards (6-0) is an unbeaten pro boxer fighting out of the Hayemaker Gym in London. Campaigning at super-middleweight, he has big plans for this year and is excited to bolster his flawless record and make his name as a top UK prospect. 

Both boxers were able to make use of RDX’s exclusive Mark Pro range of gear, designed for training and competing at the highest level. Harnessing RDX’s cutting-edge materials and design technology, the Mark Pro gloves, pads and protective equipment provide optimum comfort and protection for the elite boxer. Check out the full range at RDX Sports.

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BOXXER and RDX team up for glove partnership

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BOXXER and RDX team up for glove partnership

BOXXER, the UK’s fastest-growing boxing promoter, are pleased to announce RDX as their official glove partner, meaning BOXXER’s stable of pro fighters and tournament boxers will be able to use RDX’s high-quality gloves in training and competition. 

Having supplied the gloves on the most recent BOXXER event in November 2020, RDX and BOXXER have joined forces once again for 2021. 

Hailing originally from Manchester like BOXXER, RDX Sports was formed in 1999 and now stands as one of the leading brands in the combat sports industry. RDX is the choice of countless athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and fighters across the globe. RDX’s product offering comprises the whole spectrum of combat sports, including boxing, MMA, Muay-Thai and more. 

BOXXER’s Partnerships lead, Rafael Bertoli-Mitchell said: ‘We’re delighted to bring RDX on board to our growing roster of long-term brand partners. Their commitment to quality and global footprint are something we love and have wanted to align ourselves with for some time. This partnership provides our boxers with the opportunity to use RDX’s gear in sparring, training and on fight night.”

Commenting on the partnership, Dawood Mahmood, Global Head of Brand Partnerships at RDX, said: “Glad to be a part of an exciting modern-day boxing platform that is breaking from the norm with a different boxing format altogether. It gives a chance for young athletes to display their talent and gives viewers the type of fights they want to watch – minus boxing’s bureaucracy.”

Check out the full range of RDX’s gear at https://rdxsports.co.uk/.
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Aqua Training Bag x Boxxer – Shoot Days

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Aqua Training Bag x Boxxer – Shoot Days

Boxxer and its Official Equipment Partner, Aqua Training Bag, teamed up for 2 shoot days this month with pro boxers Zak Chelli and Oliver Edwards, at Stonebridge Boxing Club in Wembley.

Zak (9-1), one of the UK’s top prospects and winner of the most recent BOXXER super-middleweight tournament, looks set to challenge for a title in the coming months and has world-level ambitions.

Oliver Edwards (6-0) is an unbeaten pro boxer fighting out of the Hayemaker Gym in London, having been part of Dillian Whyte’s training camp in Portugal. He has big plans for this year and is excited to make his mark on the super-middleweight scene.

Both boxers were able to make use of Aqua Training Bag’s collection of leading water-filled bags, which harness the power of H20 to bring an optimal training experience to all levels of boxer. The Aqua Training Bag’s sensor allowed our pros to monitor all elements of their performance, including punch power, volume and calories burned. Check out Aqua Training Bag EU for more info and use the code BOXXER21 for a discount across the full store.
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Red-Hot Chelli storms Super-Middleweight Tournament, wins long-term BOXXER contract

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Red-Hot Chelli storms Super-Middleweight Tournament, wins long-term BOXXER contract

– Zak Chelli storms tournament live on BT Sport and ITV to secure a long-term promotional contract with BOXXER 

– Florian Marku mauls Mweemba in under two minutes, then issues warning to UK welterweight division

– Mikael Lawal extends unbeaten run to 13-0, ready to climb the ranks

Two outstanding performances in back-to-back fights earned Zak Chelli (9-1-1, 4 KO’s) victory in the four-man Super-Middleweight Tournament at Tuesday’s BOXXER Fight Night.

Chelli first shut out Bulgarian hopeful Vladimir Georgiev (4-1), ranked #2 in his home country, before stopping Mike McGoldrick (7-1, 2 KO’s) in the final to claim tournament victory and secure himself a long-term promotional contract with BOXXER.

“They were all undefeated fighters and I like to take their ‘0’. I don’t believe [the tournament] was a risk – a fighter has got to fight anyone to be the best. Now I want a European title, British title, any title,” said Chelli afterwards.

His feat was aired live to sports fans across the UK by both BT Sport and ITV 4, with the simulcast making the BOXXER event – presented in association with ‘Blu, Lucozade, RDX and Bad Monday’ – available to over 90% of UK households.

A product of the Dale Youth ABC set-up which spawned super-middle world champions James DeGale and George Groves, the one-time World Youth quarter-finalist can expect doors to start opening now that he has earned a promotional berth on the upwardly-mobile Boxxer roster.

The youngest fighter in the four-man competition, the 22-year-old ‘Chelli Sauce’ was too frisky and technical for the 35-year-old McGoldrick, scoring three knockdowns via raking right hands and savage body shots before referee Bob Williams called the fight at 1:31 of the second round.

McGoldrick had booked his spot in the final by besting Scouse starlet Harry Woods (4-1) in a three-round war. A decade older and two inches shorter, the 5ft 11in Cumbrian dragged the undefeated England amateur international into a short-range slugfest from which he emerged with a unanimous decision win.

Prior to the tournament final, Albanian welterweight Florian Marku (7-0, 5 KO’s) entered the ring to face Sheffield veteran Muma Mweemba (4-2, 2 KO’s). The fight was waved off exactly 101 seconds after it began, with Marku knocking him down twice before finishing him off.

“When I wear 8oz gloves I feel like I have bombs in my hands. I knew I would finish this guy – nothing personal, but [fighting] is my life. For me this is not a hobby. I do this to survive, to make my family live better,” said the hammer-handed Albanian afterwards.

“I will clock out every opponent they bring me. [Next] I want to fight with Conor Benn. I hope he accepts, but he is scared, he knows what I can do with him… When he is in the ring with me, he will understand I am a real man.”

In the show starter, Shepherds Bush cruiser Mikael ‘Lethal’ Lawal (13-0, 7 KO’s) stretched his unbeaten streak by whitewashing seasoned Willesden fight vet Ossie Jervier (6-14, 5 KO’s) over six rounds. Referee Kieran McCann scored it 60-54.

Returning from a 16 month lay-off, the 25 year old – a reformed ‘street kid’ who started boxing whilst on tag – took a few rounds to shed some rust but, once he warmed to the task, his superior strength and short game saw him a comfortable winner.

Formerly a spar hand to the likes of Oleksandr Usyk, Tony Bellew and Lawrence Okolie, the UB4 Crusierweight Tournament champion is now ready to advance to eight- and ten-round level.

BOXXER: Tuesday Fight Night – Official Results

Zak Chekki def. Mike McGoldrick – TKO, 1:31 R2

Wins BOXXER Super-Middleweight Tournament

Florian Marku def. Muma Mweemba – TKO, 1:41 R1

Zak Chekki def. Vladimir Georgiev – Unanimous Decision R3 (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

Mike McGoldrick def. Harry Woods – Unanimous Decision R3 (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)

Mikael Lawal def. Ossie Jervier – Wins on Points, R6

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The “Albanian King” Florian Marku Ready To Reign After Signing With BOXXER

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THE “ALBANIAN KING” FLORIAN MARKU READY TO REIGN AFTER SIGNING WITH BOXXER

He’s sold out London fight venues, amassed an army of fans that boasts several Premiership players, now undefeated welterweight and Albanian superstar Florian Marku (6-0-0, 4 KO’s) has signed a multi-fight promotional agreement with new Millennial boxing brand BOXXER.

The power-punching 28-year-old has attracted a celebrity fan following with Albanian football stars in the Premier League all eager to watch him fight, including Liverpool’s Xherdan Shaqiri and Arsenal’s Granit Xhaka and Shkrodan Mustafi.

Marku’s first fight under the new agreement will be on Tuesday 10th November, when he features on UB7 Super-Middleweights alongside reality star and Love Island winner Jack Fincham, behind-closed-doors, at the BT Sport studio in Stratford, East London.

The brash and flash Marku is not shy calling out his rivals and one is firmly focused in his sights – Connor Benn.  Marku has also given Benn’s promoter Eddie Hearn a tongue lashing as he looks to force a showdown with Hearn’s over protected asset.

Marku stormed, “I want this fight to happen. I’d like to see if Eddie (Hearn) wants to stop protecting this little girl.  If given the opportunity, I promise my fans will fill the O2 Arena (in London) and I will knock this coward out!”

His fanatical and fiercely loyal followers have seen him sell out the iconic York Hall on his own, creating an unrivalled carnival like atmosphere and with huge queues outside hoping to get a glimpse of their idol.

Known as the “Albanian King”, Marku hails from Lushnje, Albania and moved to Greece when he was four.  Now based out of Finchley, North London, he is extremely proud to fight for his home country where he is feted as a national hero. 

The powerful 5′ 8½″ southpaw is famous in Greece and Austria and across Europe where he had over 100 kickboxing and MMA fights, winning three world titles and developed his reputation for action and KO’s.  He switched to boxing after a kickboxing injury, but his combined unbeaten run in both combat sports still spans over 10 years.

Marku has featured previously on UB shows (UB5 & UB6) where he put on scintillating performances.  There is plenty of buzz around UB7 following the implementation and announcement of new and exciting changes for the next thrilling instalment of the knockout tournament.

UB7 will present its first ever four-man competition format; the first ever UB tournament on a Tuesday Fight Night; simulcast LIVE on BT Sport and free-to-air ITV4; Fincham’s pro debut, plus UB Champions Derrick Osaze and Mikael Lawal on the undercard.

Marku said, “I am extremely happy to sign with BOXXER who I one hundred percent believe can take my career to the next level.  I know that they have my ambitions and targets as a priority as we enter this new phase and I’m excited by what the future holds. BOXXER have placed their belief in me becoming a champion and I intend to deliver on that starting on November 10.”

BOXXER Founder Ben Shalom is delighted to welcome Marku to the team, “Florian is a superstar inside and outside of the ring.  He’s an icon to his loyal followers and we love what he stands for.  We’re really excited to welcome him to the BOXXER family.”

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