Boxing Match Preview: Dan Hill (7-2-0) vs. Ben Mahoney (16-0-1)

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Event: Moloney vs. Donovan: Urban Warfare

Bout: Co‑Main Event – IBF Pan Pacific Super Welterweight Title

Venue: Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Start Time: 04:00 AM ET

Injury Report

No injuries or medical flags for either fighter.

Tale of the Tape & Fighter Matchups

AttributeBen MahoneyDan Hill
Record16‑0‑17‑2‑0
Height5’11” (180 cm)5’9″ (175 cm)
Reach70.9″ (180 cm)68.9″ (175 cm)
Weight153.5 lbs153.5 lbs
StanceOrthodoxOrthodox
Age3129
Fighting Out OfCoomera, QLDSunshine Coast, QLD

Key matchup notes:

Mahoney has height, reach, and undefeated momentum.

Hill is shorter but aggressive and durable.

Both are natural 154‑lb fighters, but Mahoney is the more polished technician.

Recent Form

Ben Mahoney – Last 5

W – W – W – W – D Mahoney has not lost a fight and has defended his regional title consistently.

Dan Hill – Last 5

L – W – W – W – W Hill’s only recent loss came in 2023; he has rebuilt well but against lower‑tier opposition.

Fight History & Style Notes

Ben Mahoney

Strong jab, excellent distance control, and disciplined defense.

Rarely loses rounds; fights with championship composure.

Has defended the IBF Pan Pacific title and is climbing the rankings.

Dan Hill

High‑pressure, volume‑punching style.

Relies on grit and conditioning.

Has not yet beaten a top‑20 regional opponent.

Flashscore confirms Mahoney won their bout by points over 10 rounds.

Betting Trends

Mahoney undefeated in 17 fights.

Hill has 4 wins in his last 5, but none against elite competition.

Mahoney has superior reach, accuracy, and ring IQ.

Community predictions: Mahoney 97%, Hill 3%.

FIGHT ODDS

Dan Hill                                + 525

Ben Mahoney                    – 1000

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, April 22, 2026

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