Croydon boxer Sunny Edwards pens promotional deal

IBF world flyweight champion Sunny Edwards has signed a promotional deal with Probellum.

The undefeated  South Londoner (17-0, four knockouts) captured the world title in April when he defeated South Africa’s Moruti Mthalane at York Hall courtesy of a unanimous points decision.

His first defence of the title came on Probellum’s inaugural show at Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena, in December, when he produced a brilliant performance to overcome the challenge of Filipino Jayson Mama in the main event.

Edwards, from Croydon, will headline the second night of Probellum Evolution, which takes place at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium on March 18 and 19, when he puts his title on the line against Muhammad Waseem (12-1, eight knockouts), one of Pakistan’s most talented fighters.

Sunny’s older brother Charlie is a former WBC flyweight champion.

“This is a huge moment in my career and I believe signing for Probellum will help take me on to an even higher level in terms of my all-round performance,” said Sunny. “Probellum is changing the boxing landscape and providing brilliant opportunities for fighters at all levels. This is a really exciting time to sign, especially given the fact my upcoming title defence against Muhammad Waseem takes place next month.

“Throughout my career, I have shown I possess the ability and work ethic to get to the top. Signing for Probellum will ensure I stay there.”

“Signing Sunny Edwards, an undefeated world champion, sends out a huge statement of intent,” added Richard Schaefer, president of Probellum.

“Sunny’s reputation within boxing speaks for itself. Not only is he a hugely talented fighter, he also boasts a fierce desire to show fight fans around the world that he is the best, which he has done, and will continue to do in the future.

“We are absolutely thrilled to recruit a boxer of Sunny’s calibre, and with his fight against Muhammad Waseem in Dubai just over a month away, we won’t have to wait long to see him showcase his talent to a global audience.”