Josh Padley was well aware that he was stepping into the ring against the undefeated Portsmouth fighter, Mark Chamberlain, with the odds stacked against him. However, the 28-year-old electrician was not there to be a mere stepping stone for his opponent.
In a surprising turn of events, Padley, known as Chamberlain’s biggest fan Turki Al-Alshikh watched on, managed to secure a victory that shook the boxing world. This unexpected win has catapulted Padley from ninth to third place in the UK lightweight rankings, sitting behind Maxi Hughes and Sam Noakes.
Considering a move to super-lightweight after the bout fought at 140, Padley’s future in the sport looks promising. His impressive performance has caught the attention of promoters, who are likely to offer him a significant payday for his next fight.
Padley’s strategic approach and skillful tactics allowed him to outmaneuver Chamberlain throughout the 10-round contest, ultimately leading to a unanimous victory. With this win, Padley has established himself as a formidable contender in the 140, 135, or even 130 weight divisions.
