Young Briton Rising Star: Callum Dan's Quest for Boxing Glory
By Carlos Costa
PhilBoxing.com
Sat, 07 Mar 2026
Callum Steven Dan, a 17-year-old British rising star, is making waves in the boxing world with an impressive 6-0 record, including 6 KOs.
Just a year into his pro career, this young super welterweight is already turning heads with his win over veteran Campee Phayom, claiming his 6th win in six pro fights.
Trained by his father, former amateur boxer Shaun Dan, Callum's passion for boxing is palpable.
Standing at 5'11", he's got the skills and the drive to succeed. Inspired by the likes of Ukrainian great Vasiliy Lomachenko, Callum continues training, looking forward to his next fight by the end of April, promoted by Highland Boxing.
With upcoming fights scheduled for 2026, Callum's focus is on taking his career to the next level, aiming to become a world champion well known in boxing fans Britain and around the world.
Callum Dan (L) in action in Thailand.
Guided by Highland Boxing and supported by committed men of boxing Vijaj Patel and Devraj Das of Marine Center Boxing, the sky is the limit for Callum and Shaun.
"At 17, there's so much Callum needs to learn about boxing," says veteran boxing writer Carlos Costa, "but one thing he's got is the most important - his passion and love for boxing."
The author is veteran boxing writer Carlos Costa 🇵🇠carlos@philboxing.com
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