Following the official weigh-in for the highly anticipated fight between Jack Catterall and Regis Prograis, set for October 26, promoter Eddie Hearn confirmed new additions to Matchroom Boxing. In an interview with Pro Boxing Fans, Hearn shared details about the company’s plans, stating that these signings could reshape the professional boxing landscape.
In his statements, Eddie Hearn said:
“We’ve signed 2 fighters this week which we’ll be announcing soon and another 2/3 before the end of the year.” Without revealing names, the promoter hinted that these are “former world champions and a couple of amateur standouts.”
The news sparked an immediate response on social media, with some fans speculating that one of these signings could be British boxer Josh Taylor. The 32-year-old fighter is currently a free agent with a record of 19 wins, 2 losses, and 0 draws. His last fight took place on May 25, 2024, in Leeds, UK, where he was defeated by Jack Catterall by unanimous decision after 12 rounds.
Another rumored signing could be British heavyweight Patrick Brown. After his elimination in the first round of the Olympics, Brown announced he would leave amateur sports to turn professional. Although some suggest he may also be one of Matchroom Boxing’s new signings, nothing is confirmed yet, and the official announcement is awaited.
Eddie Hearn, who has advanced the careers of numerous boxers on the international scene, expressed confidence in the value of these signings for the growth of Matchroom Boxing. The promoter highlighted the importance of strengthening the promotion’s roster with high-caliber fighters, especially with the addition of former champions and emerging talent from amateur boxing.
Anticipation is growing as fans debate who might be joining to Matchroom Boxing Promotions.
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