Kelly set to face former world champion Molina
Wow! Hold on to your hats folks because rising British welterweight talent Josh ‘Pretty Boy’ Kelly is going to take a huge step up in class. It was announced by Matchroom Boxing just a few minutes ago, that the Newcastle native will take on former world champion Carlos Molina.
The fight will take place on the undercard of the hugely anticipated heavyweight unification clash between Anthony Joshua and Joseph Parker in which three of the four heavyweight titles will be on the line. The card of course will be shown live on Sky Sports Box Office
Kelly will be fighting for his first title, the WBC International Welterweight title in just his sixth professional outing. This will be the first stadium appearance for the Rio Olympian, who turns just twenty four on this very day.
For those unfamiliar with his opponent. Carlos Molina is a former world champion, having briefly held the IBF Light Middleweight title after beating Ishe Smith by split decision in 2013. He has also shared a ring with Cory Spinks, James Kirkland, Kermit Cintron and Cornelius Bundrage. So Kelly will certainly have his hands full with the experienced mexican.
Adam Booth said it’s time for me to step up, so let’s go,” said Kelly. “I feel this is a real test against a proven fighter.”He’s a former world champion, so you can’t deny this is my biggest fight to date. I can’t wait to step between those ropes in Cardiff and propel myself into the mix.
“He’s never been stopped, so it says a lot. Just look at the names on his record that he’s been in with, I know how tough he will be. I want to perform on the big stage. I’m very excited to say the least.”I feel physically, mentally and emotionally ready to take this step up and have been for a fight or two. I’ve learnt a lot in the fights and in training over the past year and also got to know myself even more.“The learning process never stops, there’s improvements to be made with each fight, and every step up, starting March 31.”
By: Aaron Cooper
