Liverpool UFC star-turned-boxer Darren Till and boxer Tommy Fury are set to face off against each other in a blockbuster fight. This will be at the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester on January 18th.
Darren Till to Make Boxing Debut
Darren Till left the UFC scene after winning 18 and drawing one of his mixed martial arts fights in February 2023. This was so Darren Till would be able to pursue other interests. The 31-year-old was scheduled to make his professional boxing debut against Mexican former WBC middleweight boxing champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. This was supposed to take place on the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson undercard in July 2024. However, due to a health issue with Mike Tyson, the event was postponed.
Instead, Darren Till went and fought Palestinian mixed martial artist Mohammad Mutie on 6th July 2024. This was in an exhibition bout at Social Knockout 3 in Dubai. Darren Till was awarded the victory by technical knockout despite a punch landing on the back of Mutie’s head. This was something that angered him and caused a brawl to spark out.
Now, Darren Till is finally set to make his professional boxing debut when he faces off against Tommy Fury. Tommy is the half-brother of former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury. This fight between Darren Till and Tommy Fury will be in January 2025. The fight is set to be promoted by Misfits Boxing and will be streamed live on DAZN pay-per-view. Speaking after the fight was announced Darren Till said;
“January 18 is my time, my night.”
While Tommy Fury has said;
“It feels great to, finally, say that I am back! I have been out of the ring far too long, I’ve been getting itchy knuckles, and so I am thrilled to be able to announce my return.”
“This is extra special as I am the A-side and headlining a massive event in my hometown and in front of my fans, at Co-op Live. Till had a good UFC career but he’s stepping into the boxing ring now, against a proper pro, and he will quickly realise that he is out of his depth, and this is not the game for him. I plan on dealing with Till in conclusive fashion and then chasing even bigger fights in 2025.”
Misfits Boxing Wanting a Big 2025
Mams Taylor, who is the Co-President of Misfits Boxing said;
“We are starting 2025 with a serious statement of intent! Fury vs. Till is an absolute banger, one of the biggest crossover fights that can be made, and it will set up the X Series for a record-breaking year.”
“The build-up to this is going to be compelling, it could get personal, and the fight will be one of the most brutal we have ever seen on Misfits. Get your tickets now!”
This is while Kalle Sauerland, who is the other Co-President of Misfits Boxing says;
“Fury vs. Till is an absolute Misfits Boxing blockbuster. On January 18, at the brilliant new Co-op Live, it is Manchester vs. Liverpool – and it’s going to be electric.”Fury knows victory sets himself up for a giant year but Till steps into the Misfits Boxing ring for the very first time, straining at the leash and ready to take a giant scalp. We expect an incredibly red-hot atmosphere in the arena with a big undercard to be announced shortly.”
Who do you think will be able to get the victory? Does Darren Till get his first professional victory? Will Tommy Fury be able to spoil the party?
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