By On August 3, the boxing world will turn its eyes to Oakwell Stadium in Barnsley for a thrilling night of boxing, broadcast live on Sky Sports. The event features Ireland’s undefeated Stephen McKenna taking on Joe Laws for the WBC international silver super welterweight title. This bout is part of an action-packed undercard leading up to the main event where Zak Chelli defends his British and Commonwealth super middleweight titles against Callum Simpson.
McKenna, fresh from a six-round victory over Darren Tetley at York Hall, is eager to showcase his enhanced strength and skill, honed from sparring in the United States. He anticipates a fierce contest against Laws, known for his energy and willingness to engage in a tough fight. McKenna predicts a high-octane clash but is confident of victory, whether by an early knockout or a late surge.
Laws, nicknamed the ‘Benwell Bomber,’ returns after a surprising win over Michael Hennessy Jr. He’s been vocal online, comparing McKenna’s popularity in boxing to Boris Johnson’s during lockdown, and vows to “spark” McKenna and claim the title for Benwell.
The build-up to the fight promises to be intense, with both fighters already trading insults online. Ben Shalom, BOXXER Founder & CEO, anticipates a night filled with non-stop action and highlights the McKenna vs Laws fight as a standout addition to the card. With both fighters determined to press forward, fans can expect an explosive encounter inside the ring. More announcements for the sold-out stadium show, set just before the new football season, are expected in the weeks to come.
