Weigh-In Results from Manchester: Catterall - 139.14 lbs; Barbosa - 139.10 lbs.
PhilBoxing.com
Sat, 15 Feb 2025
The stage is set for an electrifying night of boxing at Co-op Live in Manchester tomorrow, Saturday, February 15, 2025, as all fighters successfully made weight ahead of their respective bouts. The event, headlined by the highly anticipated interim WBO Super-Lightweight World Title clash between Jack Catterall and Arnold Barboza Jr, promises to deliver high-stakes action live worldwide on DAZN.
Main Event: Catterall vs. Barboza Jr
The marquee matchup between Jack Catterall (139.14 lbs) and Arnold Barboza Jr (139.10 lbs) saw both fighters in peak condition, with neither man giving an inch at the scales. Catterall, the hometown favorite from Chorley, England, will look to cement his status as a world-class contender, while Barboza Jr, the unbeaten American from Los Angeles, aims to steal the show on enemy soil. With the interim WBO Super-Lightweight World Title on the line, this 12-round showdown is expected to be a tactical and explosive affair.
Co-Main Event: Bellotti vs. Gomez Jr
The British & Commonwealth Super-Featherweight Titles will be up for grabs as Reece Bellotti (130 lbs) takes on Michael Gomez Jr (129.12 lbs). Both fighters tipped the scales comfortably within the limit, setting the stage for a domestic clash that could steal the night. Bellotti, from Watford, and Gomez Jr, fighting in his hometown of Manchester, will bring their best in what promises to be a fiercely contested battle.
Undercard Highlights
The stacked undercard features a mix of rising stars and seasoned contenders, all ready to showcase their skills on the global stage.
WBA International Super-Featherweight Title
Zelfa Barrett (129.6 lbs) and Jazza Dickens (129.8 lbs) will square off in a 10-round contest that pits Manchester against Liverpool. Both fighters are known for their technical prowess and heart, making this a must-watch encounter.
WBA Intercontinental Welterweight Title
Pat McCormack (146.11 lbs) and Robbie Davies Jr (145.15 lbs) will clash in a battle of skill and determination. McCormack, the Olympic silver medalist from Washington, England, faces a tough test in Davies Jr, a Liverpool veteran with a wealth of experience.
International Showcases
The early portion of the card features a series of international bouts, including Aqib Fiaz (135 lbs) vs. Lydon Chircop (134.13 lbs) in a lightweight contest, and William Crolla (156.12 lbs) vs. Ayoub Zakari (155.10 lbs) in a super-welterweight clash. Manchester’s Conner Tudsbury (180.3 lbs) will also take on Belgium’s Sadaam Moamed Caetano (179.2 lbs) in a super-middleweight showdown.
Opening Bout
The action kicks off with a featherweight contest between Alfie Middlemiss (127.7 lbs) and Caine Singh (126.6 lbs), setting the tone for what promises to be an unforgettable night of boxing.
Event Details
Doors open at 16:30 local time, with the first bell set for 17:00. The DAZN broadcast begins at 19:00, featuring the main card and title fights.
With all fighters making weight without issue, the focus now shifts to the ring, where pride, titles, and legacies will be on the line. Boxing fans around the world can expect a night of drama, skill, and unforgettable moments as Manchester’s Co-op Live plays host to one of the year’s most anticipated fight nights.
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