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# Light-heavyweight on verge of world title shot signs with Matchroom

**The light-heavyweight division is one that has been under the spotlight during 2024, as Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol went toe-to-toe in the first ever four-belt undisputed title contest at 175lbs. Now, Matchroom Boxing have announced that they have signed a contender at the weight who looks set to challenge for a light-heavyweight world title during 2025.**

Beterbiev and Bivol engaged in tactical warfare in Riyadh last month, with Beterbiev doing enough to claim a legendary yet controversial majority-decision victory in the eyes of the judges, much to the [disappointment of Bivol](https://wp.boxing-social.com/news/dmitry-bivols-team-files-protest/).

As a result of their razor-tight first encounter, demands for a rematch between Beterbiev and Bivol seem to have been answered and it is widely [expected that the pair will meet again during 2025](https://wp.boxing-social.com/news/major-update-in-beterbiev-vs-bivol-rematch/) – although it is not expected to be for the undisputed crown this time around.

Instead, Beterbiev has been ordered to defend his titles against lesser-known IBF mandatory challenger, Michael Eifert, and it is assumed by many that the [Russian will opt to vacate the IBF strap](https://wp.boxing-social.com/news/artur-beterbiev-set-to-vacate-world-title/) rather than go ahead with the fight.

If the 39-year-old does decide to drop the belt, Eifert will likely face off with the next highest ranked IBF contender for the vacant world title – which is presently world Australia’s Conor Wallace (14-1).

Today it has been confirmed that Wallace has signed a promotional deal with Matchroom Boxing in partnership with Goldstar Promotions and Tasman Fighters ahead of his potential shot at world honours, which Wallace described as his ‘ultimate goal’ following the [announcement](https://www.matchroomboxing.com/news/conor-wallace-signs-promotional-deal-with-matchroom-goldstar-tasman-fighters/).

*“I’m very excited,”*

*“I’ve dreamt about being a World Champion since I was a young boy. That is my ultimate goal.”*

Meanwhile, world-renowned promoter of Matchroom Boxing, Eddie Hearn, piled further plaudits on the 28-year-old southpaw.

“This is a fantastic signing for us – and one we are thrilled to be working alongside Mick Francis at Tasman Fighters and Spencer Brown at Goldstar.

*“There is no denying Conor’s ability and certainly it is going to be hard to stop him. I can see an incredibly bright future for him in the ring and there are many big fights ahead in a division that promises to deliver more fireworks in 2025.”*

Finally, Mick Francis of Tasman Fighters, who has promoted Wallace throughout his career, spoke of his delight at the partnership and looked forward to future fights as the A-side around the world.

*“I can’t think of a better partnership in boxing and gives Conor the opportunity to fight here in Australia and around the world as the home side. We are all looking forward to the future.”*

Before Wallace can focus on any possible world title showdown against Eifert, he must first retain his world ranking by overcoming undefeated South African Asemahle Wellem (7-0-1) as he headlines a card on his Matchroom debut on Wednesday, December 11th in Australia.

Also appearing on the bill is highly-rated heavyweight Justis Huni (10-0), who is ranked as the #5 contender with the WBO and faces off with Argentina’s Leandro Daniel Robutti (11-6) in the co-main event.

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