Adam Azim will face O’Hara Davis at the Copper Box Arena in London on October 19th. Sky Sports.
Having won and defended his European title in record time, Azim puts his unbeaten record (11-0, 8 KOs) on the line against Davis (25-3, 18 KOs) looking to continue his illustrious career trajectory and prove he’s ready to take on the biggest names in the division.
Davies, a former British and Commonwealth champion, returns to the ring with something to prove after his failed bid for the WBA interim super lightweight crown earned him the opportunity to return to world title contention.
“I can’t wait to get back in the ring and do what I do best,” said Azim. “It has been a great honour to win and defend the European title, but now I’m ready for the next challenge.”
“I’ve known O’Hara Davis for many years and I respect him and what he’s accomplished in the sport, but when we meet in the ring he’s just another opponent and another step on my journey to the top.”
“He’s a good fighter and I think our styles will make it an exciting fight, but there can only be one outcome. I’m ready to make a statement and show everyone that I’m ready to face the big names in the division.”
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Take a look at all of Adam Azim’s brutal knockouts so far in his career
Azim has 11 professional fights under his belt, eight of which he won by knockout, and is already the European super lightweight champion.
The 22-year-old hopes to become a 140-pound world champion in the next few years, but first he needs to beat Davis, who is 10 years older and hoping to halt the momentum of his opponent’s career.
“I’m excited for this fight. I like Adam Azim, I’ve known him since he was very young and it’s great to see him have had such success in boxing,” Davis said.
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O’Hara Davis is the next opponent for rising star Adam Azim and is known for his extremely hard striking.
“I’ve been rooting for him since his amateur days and have always looked up to him, but he’s not a kid anymore. He’s grown into a man with great potential. That’s why it’s disappointing to have to hand him his first defeat.”
“No shots, no hate. I want him to go home to his family happy and healthy after the game, but everything changes for him here. Sorry Adam. This is the end.”
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Adam Azim was defending his European title when he dislocated his shoulder in the fifth round, causing Enock Poulsen to collapse in pain.
Ben Shalom, promoter and founder of BOXXER, added: “We are thrilled to confirm this exciting super lightweight bout between Adam Azim and O’Hara Davis. Adam Azim is undoubtedly one of boxing’s brightest young stars.”
“Although he is only 22 years old, he has already won and defended the European title and will now look to prove he is ready for world level against a very dangerous opponent in O’Hara Davies.”
“O’Hara is experienced, has competed at a much higher level and has incredible knockout power. It will be a big step up for Adam in his 12th fight, but I’m sure it will be a fight the fans will enjoy. I look forward to an action-packed bout at the Copper Box Arena on October 19th.”
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