
Josh Kelly is the latest British male world champion after taking the IBF light-middleweight crown from Bakhram Murtazaliev in Newcastle on Saturday night.
The star turned in one of his finest performances at Utilita Arena, with both men trading knockdowns on the way to a majority decision for the home favourite.
Elsewhere on the bill, Josh Padley underscored his growing strength with a European title triumph, while Leo Atang picked up a fourth straight pro victory.
All three men will be out to build on their success as they continue through 2026, with plenty at stake as they seek to leave their respective marks on the sport.
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