Josh Kelly successfully defended his WBO International super welterweight title in the globally streamed Wasserman Boxing event on DAZN, scoring a unanimous points win over the previously undefeated Corzo.
Going into the fight as the world’s No.2, 29-year-old Kelly is now primed for major matches. He’s eyeing a shot at the WBO world title or potential showdowns with Conor Benn or Chris Eubank Junior.
Kelly, who scored 120-107, 120-107, and 117-110 against Corzo, conveyed to DAZN, “I’m after big fights. I want to face the Eubanks and the Benns. I’d gladly welcome any of these names to the north east. They know how to reach me. I’m ready for these high-stake fights.”
Kalle Sauerland, Global Head of Boxing at Wasserman Boxing, voiced, “Kelly is on track to be a world champion, but the question remains: what’s next? We aim to push for the No.1 spot with the WBO, but there are many other names out there hungry for a fight. They’re eyeing big matches this fall, and Kelly’s win has paved the way perfectly. The year is set to conclude with a bang for Josh.”
Adam Booth, Kelly’s coach, shared, “I’d let him loose tomorrow. It’s about time Josh shows his caliber and squares off against someone who is ready to battle. Everyone thrives on big domestic showdowns, so let’s make those happen. These are the fights the British audience is keen to watch.”
Full Results:
- Oliver Zaren 40-36 Jay Byrne
- Owen Rees WTKO3 Marius Istrate
- Kai Richmond WRTD2 Karl Sampson
- Tom Summerbell 40-36 Dimtri Protkunas
- Samuel Antwi WTKO3 Ruben Angulo
- Troy Williamson 60-54 Ramiro Blanco
- Chloe Watson 80-72 Belen Valdebenito
- Ben Marksby 59-55 Ricardo Fernandez
- Qais Ashfaq 115-112, 112-115, 110-117 Liam Dillon
- Codie Smith 40-36 Francisco Rodriguez
- Steven Robinson 74-79 Franklin Ignatius
- Josh Kelly 120-107, 120-107, 117-110 Gabriel Corzo