Amir Khan says newly-crowned European middleweight champion Hamzah Sheeraz has a vibrant future forward of him after his dazzling show towards Tyler Denny.
Large-punching Sheeraz continued his march in the direction of stardom as he beat Denny in emphatic trend at Wembley Stadium on the undercard of Daniel Dubois’ epic conflict with Anthony Joshua to clinch the European title with ease.
Sheeraz floored Denny with a flash left hook within the opening seconds of the bout, earlier than ending the job within the second spherical, with the referee bringing the competition to an early halt.
The 25-year-old has now made it 15 successive stoppage victories, bettering his good report to 21-0 (17 KOs) and cementing his repute as one among British boxing’s most fun world-level contenders.
“He is a very good fighter and as long as he stays focused he will get far,” Khan instructed Sky Sports activities Information on the 2024 Asian Achievers Awards.
Amir Khan speaks with Sky Sports activities Information’ Dev Trehan on the Asian Achievers Awards
“My uncle Taz additionally joined Hamza’s camp and helps him and I want all of them the perfect.
“Hamzah is a young and fresh fighter, who I think will go far.”
Sheeraz prepared for anybody: ‘Let’s have it’
Sheeraz was praised on co-commentary by Sky Sports activities boxing pundit Natasha Jonas for at all times rising to the event every time he has been requested to carry out.
Johnny Nelson was additionally impressed after the scintillating efficiency towards Denny, insisting that Sheeraz appears to be like each inch a future world champion.
Nelson added: “He is an outstanding prospect to be avoided by anybody who has any ambition in this division.”
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Hamzah Sheeraz stopped Tyler Denny in two rounds at Wembley and stated he is not afraid of any fighter at middleweight
Sheeraz stated that he feels nice and is totally able to tackle any fighter on this planet.
“I’m tired of calling for world title fights now,” Sheeraz added. “Any 160lbs name, bring it on – let’s have it!”
Khan recognised at Asian Achievers Awards
Two-time world champion Khan was talking after being honoured with the distinguished Particular Award for Philanthropy on the 2024 Asian Achievers Awards, the place Sheeraz was recognised final yr as Sports activities Persona of the 12 months.
Khan was honoured for his excellent contributions to charitable causes and his dedication to uplifting communities within the UK and around the globe, significantly along with his work by the Amir Khan Basis.
Hamzah Sheeraz flanked by match official Bhupinder Singh Gill and Sky Sports activities Information’ Dev Trehan
He added: “It’s a privilege to be recognised for the work I’ve always felt deeply passionate about.
The real champions are those working every day to improve the lives of others, and I’m proud to play my part in that.
“This award is recognition for all those that have supported my basis within the final decade and the sensible group who work tirelessly on the bottom.”
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