Brazil's Beatriz Ferreira Set to Defend IBF Title Against Turkish Powerhouse
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{ "title": "Brazil's Beatriz Ferreira Set to Defend IBF Title Against Turkish Powerhouse", "article": "In a highly anticipated boxing match, two-time Olympic medalist Beatriz Ferreira is gearing up to defend her IBF lightweight title against formidable Turkish opponent Elif Nur Turhan. The undefeated Brazilian, who has held the title since April 2024, is confident in her abilities, stating, 'I believe it's going to be a war. We are going to put on a show for the public, but she won't be able to take the belt – it's not going to happen.' Turhan, a 30-year-old Turkish fighter known for her big punching power, has won her last three fights via stoppages, an unusual feat in women's boxing due to the two-minute rounds. Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn describes Turhan as 'pound for pound the biggest puncher in women's boxing, one of the most feared fighters in the world.' The co-main event is Ferreira's fourth title defense, following her successful stints at the Tokyo Olympics, where she won a silver medal, and the Paris Games, where she secured a bronze medal. Turhan, on the other hand, aims to bring the belt to Istanbul, having trained extensively for the match. Hearn has expressed his desire for the winner of this match to face WBC lightweight champion Caroline Dubois in the next bout. The event will also feature a co-main event between Shabaz Masoud and Peter McGrail in an all-British super bantamweight bout. Tensions rose during the face-to-face between British welterweights Conah Walker and Pat McCormack, with McCormack, a Tokyo Olympian, advising Walker to 'shut your mouth son' after a heated exchange."
