Eddie Hearn names first 5 fighters in Prizefighter

[ta596]

FIRST FIGHTERS ANNOUNCED FOR BETFAIR PRIZEFIGHTER WELTERWEIGHTS III - 17/12/2012
Over 20 fighters vying for final three places in Wolverhampton
The first five fighters have been selected for the Betfair Prizefighter Welterweights III at the Civic Hall, Wolverhampton live on Sky Sports on January 19.

The Civic Hall in Wolverhampton hosts it's second Prizefighter
Unbeaten trio Glenn Foot, Dale Evans and Chad Gaynor are joined by ‘Notorious’ Nasser Al Harbi and Karl Place in the 28th edition of Matchroom Sport’s eight-man, one night tournaments, with promoter Eddie Hearn having the tough task of picking the final three names from a list of 20 boxers.

The third Welterweight Prizefighter is part of a great line-up of boxing in the Black Country with Britain’s hottest young fighter Kal Yafai tasting his first action of 2013 as he hunts the big names and titles in the bantamweight division.

“I’m glad that we have selected the first five for the tournament but now I am left with a real dilemma with the final three,” said Hearn. “The interest has been overwhelming and I have some difficult decisions to make such is the quality of names in front of me. What is certain is that the eight fighters in the final line-up will put everything on the line to lift the trophy.”

Tickets for the Yafai and the Betfair Prizefighter Welterweights III are on sale now from Matchroom Boxing priced at £40 unreserved, £60 ringside and £100 VIP – tickets can be here on Matchroom Boxing's website or on 01277 359900.

[ta596]

FIRST FIGHTERS ANNOUNCED FOR BETFAIR PRIZEFIGHTER WELTERWEIGHTS III - 17/12/2012
Over 20 fighters vying for final three places in Wolverhampton
The first five fighters have been selected for the Betfair Prizefighter Welterweights III at the Civic Hall, Wolverhampton live on Sky Sports on January 19.

The Civic Hall in Wolverhampton hosts it's second Prizefighter
Unbeaten trio Glenn Foot, Dale Evans and Chad Gaynor are joined by ‘Notorious’ Nasser Al Harbi and Karl Place in the 28th edition of Matchroom Sport’s eight-man, one night tournaments, with promoter Eddie Hearn having the tough task of picking the final three names from a list of 20 boxers.

The third Welterweight Prizefighter is part of a great line-up of boxing in the Black Country with Britain’s hottest young fighter Kal Yafai tasting his first action of 2013 as he hunts the big names and titles in the bantamweight division.

“I’m glad that we have selected the first five for the tournament but now I am left with a real dilemma with the final three,” said Hearn. “The interest has been overwhelming and I have some difficult decisions to make such is the quality of names in front of me. What is certain is that the eight fighters in the final line-up will put everything on the line to lift the trophy.”

Tickets for the Yafai and the Betfair Prizefighter Welterweights III are on sale now from Matchroom Boxing priced at £40 unreserved, £60 ringside and £100 VIP – tickets can be here on Matchroom Boxing's website or on 01277 359900.

Looks like this prizefighter is going to be about young hungry fighters with ambition.

[Horse]

Prizefighter is getting worse.

I'll probably give this a miss.

[whiskey]

That's a solid bunch of names so far.

I'm happy with that.

[ta596]

Don't understand the hatred for Prizefighter, it is exciting, brings new fans into boxing, gives fighters, managers and trainers good paydays and lead to opportunities.

So far I like names picked, like young hungry fighters rather the old ex champions.

[Crazyboy]

Don't understand the hatred for Prizefighter, it is exciting, brings new fans into boxing, gives fighters, managers and trainers good paydays and lead to opportunities.

So far I like names picked, like young hungry fighters rather the old ex champions.

Me too Saf, it will be good for me to see your lad as i have never seen him box before. good good line up so far

[mcato]

Don't understand the hatred for Prizefighter, it is exciting, brings new fans into boxing, gives fighters, managers and trainers good paydays and lead to opportunities.

So far I like names picked, like young hungry fighters rather the old ex champions.

Hey Nas/Naj people dont hate PF they hate Eddie Hearns you only realise when you read what they say about his fighters.

[JamesH]

Its competitive, which is all I really ask of Prizefighter.

[Tommy Gunn13]

WOW 28th Prizefighter,no wonder im getting fed up with it....

[JLP]

This is a good move for al Harbi, I think he could win it. His style takes a bit of fathoming out, I'm not sure if three rounds is long enough for most fighters to do that. Providing he keeps the work-rate up, he's got every chance.

[mickey1975]

Glenn Foot will be a handful in this.

[Boxingcutsman]

I think Al-Harbi will be very difficult to pin down over 3 rounds and see him beating any of the names mentioned so far.

[blade02_02]

Be interesting to see if there is a big name going into this one since last time out there was a fair few in

[dewipowell]

FULL FIGHT: Dale Evans TKO1 Johnny Creamer

http://youtu.be/Qh77O9Mji_U

[brian13]

Don't understand the hatred for Prizefighter, it is exciting, brings new fans into boxing, gives fighters, managers and trainers good paydays and lead to opportunities.

So far I like names picked, like young hungry fighters rather the old ex champions.

It may do all of the above but it needs a serious revamp and that is what people are calling for. I don't watch it anymore because it has gone too stale and boring.

Hey Nas/Naj people dont hate PF they hate Eddie Hearns you only realise when you read what they say about his fighters.

Eddie Hearn gets some stick here but Warren gets more. At least Hearn is making an effort to put on competitive fights.

[Caustic]

FIRST FIGHTERS ANNOUNCED FOR BETFAIR PRIZEFIGHTER WELTERWEIGHTS III - 17/12/2012
Over 20 fighters vying for final three places in Wolverhampton
The first five fighters have been selected for the Betfair Prizefighter Welterweights III at the Civic Hall, Wolverhampton live on Sky Sports on January 19.

The Civic Hall in Wolverhampton hosts it's second Prizefighter
Unbeaten trio Glenn Foot, Dale Evans and Chad Gaynor are joined by ‘Notorious’ Nasser Al Harbi and Karl Place in the 28th edition of Matchroom Sport’s eight-man, one night tournaments, with promoter Eddie Hearn having the tough task of picking the final three names from a list of 20 boxers.

The third Welterweight Prizefighter is part of a great line-up of boxing in the Black Country with Britain’s hottest young fighter Kal Yafai tasting his first action of 2013 as he hunts the big names and titles in the bantamweight division.

“I’m glad that we have selected the first five for the tournament but now I am left with a real dilemma with the final three,” said Hearn. “The interest has been overwhelming and I have some difficult decisions to make such is the quality of names in front of me. What is certain is that the eight fighters in the final line-up will put everything on the line to lift the trophy.”

Tickets for the Yafai and the Betfair Prizefighter Welterweights III are on sale now from Matchroom Boxing priced at £40 unreserved, £60 ringside and £100 VIP – tickets can be here on Matchroom Boxing's website or on 01277 359900.

Looks like this prizefighter is going to be about young hungry fighters with ambition.

I'm glad they've stopped dragging old relics out of retirement (remember the 1st Cruiserweight one?) it's a bit sad seeing a former champ cuffed about over 3 rounds by some novice young enough to be their son.

[Horse]

At least Hearn is making an effort to put on competitive fights.

Most of Hearn's shows have been dross.

[woody99]

Karl place takes it for me!

To strong, to powerful, to hungry!!!

[ta596]

FIRST FIGHTERS ANNOUNCED FOR BETFAIR PRIZEFIGHTER WELTERWEIGHTS III - 17/12/2012
Over 20 fighters vying for final three places in Wolverhampton
The first five fighters have been selected for the Betfair Prizefighter Welterweights III at the Civic Hall, Wolverhampton live on Sky Sports on January 19.

The Civic Hall in Wolverhampton hosts it's second Prizefighter
Unbeaten trio Glenn Foot, Dale Evans and Chad Gaynor are joined by ‘Notorious’ Nasser Al Harbi and Karl Place in the 28th edition of Matchroom Sport’s eight-man, one night tournaments, with promoter Eddie Hearn having the tough task of picking the final three names from a list of 20 boxers.

The third Welterweight Prizefighter is part of a great line-up of boxing in the Black Country with Britain’s hottest young fighter Kal Yafai tasting his first action of 2013 as he hunts the big names and titles in the bantamweight division.

“I’m glad that we have selected the first five for the tournament but now I am left with a real dilemma with the final three,” said Hearn. “The interest has been overwhelming and I have some difficult decisions to make such is the quality of names in front of me. What is certain is that the eight fighters in the final line-up will put everything on the line to lift the trophy.”

Tickets for the Yafai and the Betfair Prizefighter Welterweights III are on sale now from Matchroom Boxing priced at £40 unreserved, £60 ringside and £100 VIP – tickets can be here on Matchroom Boxing's website or on 01277 359900.

Looks like this prizefighter is going to be about young hungry fighters with ambition.

I'm glad they've stopped dragging old relics out of retirement (remember the 1st Cruiserweight one?) it's a bit sad seeing a former champ cuffed about over 3 rounds by some novice young enough to be their son.

Agree

[brian13]

At least Hearn is making an effort to put on competitive fights.

Most of Hearn's shows have been dross.

Would you rather watch a Hearn show or a Warren show ? I'd rather watch a Hearn show most of the time, except if Prizefighter is on the same night as a Warren show. Then I will be watching a Warren show.

[Horse]

Would you rather watch a Hearn show or a Warren show ? I'd rather watch a Hearn show most of the time, except if Prizefighter is on the same night as a Warren show. Then I will be watching a Warren show.

I'd rather watch a Warren show most of the time.

[markfightoptions]

warren show for me, these matchroom shows are getting worse

[mfc_se15]

FULL FIGHT: Dale Evans TKO1 Johnny Creamer

http://youtu.be/Qh77O9Mji_U

Saw Dale Evans last fight at Olympia, looked to put a lot of pressure on in that one, not sure if thats his style as I'd never seen him before. Was probably a good warm up for Prizefighter though going the distance in a 4 rounder.

Be interested to see Al Harbi after reading so much about him on here!!

I don't mind Prizefighter don't get me wrong I prefer "proper" 10 or 12 round fights, but a prizeifgher every couple of months is fine by me to be honest.

[fasteddie]

I read somewhere that Nathan Brough was in this one is it true?

[Looking On]

I read somewhere that Nathan Brough was in this one is it true?

Ive seen loads of names banded about on twitter, Brough included , people like Young Mutley , Marvin Greaves , Nathan McIntosh , Terry Maughan and Ryan Hardy to name a few off the top of my head that ive seen .

Its probable best to just wait on the announcements otherwise we could be looking at 16 names rather than 8 .