After a long-brewing showdown with Harlem Eubank didn’t materialize, high tremendous light-weight prospect Adam Azim will meet Ohara Davies atop an October nineteenth Sky Sports activities/Peacock present at Copper Field Enviornment.
Azim (11-0, 8 KO) knocked out Franck Petitjean for the European title final November, then pressured an damage stoppage of Enock Poulsen in his inaugural protection. These wins arrange a mandated protection in opposition to Dalton Smith, however Azim as a substitute elected to face Eubank, just for the battle to start and finish with their April face-off.
In steps “Two Tanks” Davies (25-3, 18 KO), combating fr the primary time since getting plunked in 1:53 by Previous Man Barroso in January. The loss snapped a seven-fight profitable streak courting again to a 2018 unanimous resolution defeat by the hands of Jack Catterall. He’s by far the biggest-name opponent of Azim’s profession, although the 22-year-old figures to be a heavy favourite.
“I can’t wait to get again within the ring and again to what I do greatest,” stated Azim. “It was a terrific honour to win and defend the European title however now I’m prepared for my subsequent problem. I’ve recognized Ohara Davies for a few years. I respect him and what he’s achieved within the sport however after we meet within the ring, he’s simply one other opponent and one other step on my journey to the highest. He’s an excellent fighter. I believe our types will make for an thrilling battle however there’s solely going to be one consequence. I’m able to make an announcement and present everyone that I’m prepared for the largest names within the division.”
“I’m excited for this battle,” Davies stated. “I like Adam Azim. I’ve recognized him since he was very younger and it’s wonderful to see his success thus far in boxing. I adopted him within the amateurs, and I’ve at all times revered him. However he isn’t a child anymore. He’s grown into a person with huge potential. And that’s why it’s a disgrace that I’ve handy him his first defeat. No needle, no hate, I would like us to return to our households comfortable and wholesome after the battle. However that is the place all of it adjustments for him. I’m sorry Adam. That is the place it ends.”
