Unbeaten English boxing sensation Dalton Smith (16-0, 12 KOs) is set to light up his hometown of Nottingham with a headline bout against France’s Walid Ouizza (19-2, 8 KOs) at the Motorpoint Arena on Saturday, January 25. The clash, promoted by Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing, will see Smith put his WBC Silver super lightweight title on the line, while the vacant EBU European belt adds further stakes to this exciting showdown.
Smith, widely regarded as one of Britain’s brightest boxing talents, looks to extend his perfect record in front of a home crowd. With a 75% knockout ratio, the 26-year-old has quickly made a name for himself as a power puncher and technical standout in the super lightweight division. Standing in his way is Walid Ouizza, a seasoned French contender with 19 wins, including eight by knockout. The 12-round bout promises to be a thrilling display of skill and determination as both fighters vie for supremacy and the prestigious EBU title.
Before the main broadcast on DAZN, fans can tune in to the free live stream “Before The Bell” preliminary show on YouTube. The broadcast is set to begin at 9:15 AM PT and will feature undercard action leading up to the main event.
The card boasts a strong lineup of championship fights. Ellie Scotney (9-0), one of England’s rising stars, will defend her IBF and WBO super bantamweight titles against New Zealand’s unbeaten challenger Mea Motu (20-0, 8 KOs). Scotney, known for her sharp boxing IQ and polished technique, faces a tough test against Motu, who boasts an impressive undefeated record and the power to cause an upset.
In another highlight, Harry Scarff (13-3, 3 KOs) defends his British and Commonwealth welterweight titles against Conah Walker (14-3-1, 5 KOs). Scarff will aim to showcase his resilience and tactical approach against the dangerous Walker, who is hungry for championship gold.
Boxing fans can expect an action-packed evening with some of the sport’s most promising fighters on display. With multiple titles on the line and rising stars eager to make their mark, the Motorpoint Arena will be the epicenter of boxing excitement on January 25. Don’t miss the action, starting with the “Before The Bell” prelims on YouTube, followed by the main card on DAZN.
Main Card
Dalton Smith (140 lbs) vs. Walid Ouizza (140 lbs), 12 rounds, super lightweight – Smith’s WBC Silver title, vacant EBU European title
Harry Scarff (147 lbs) vs. Conah Walker (147 lbs), 12 rounds, welterweight – Scarff’s British and Commonwealth titles
Ellie Scotney (122 lbs) vs. Mea Motu (122 lbs), 10 rounds, super bantamweight – Scotney’s IBF and WBO titles
Ibraheem Sulaimaan (130 lbs) vs. Reuquen Cona Facundo Arce (130 lbs), 8 rounds, super featherweight
Prelims
Hamza Uddin (115 lbs) vs. Misael Ezequiel Graffioli (115 lbs), 8 rounds, super flyweight
Traie Duberry (200 lbs) vs. Camilo Castagno (200 lbs), 6 rounds, cruiserweight
