Venue, Date, and Starting Time

Venue: OVO Hydro (formerly SSE Hydro), Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom.

Starting Time: The bout is scheduled with an estimated ring-walk around 2:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM BST (UK local time), though exact timing depends on undercard flow. The full card begins in the early afternoon ET / late afternoon BST and streams live on DAZN.

Fighter Matchups and Profiles

Royston Barney-Smith (“Suga Boy Roy”)

Record: 15-0-0 (7 KOs, 47% KO rate)

Age: 22 (born January 4, 2004)

Hometown/Residence: Southampton, Hampshire, England

Stance/Style: Southpaw. Elite young Queensberry Promotions prospect with explosive power, sharp combinations, and improving finishing ability. Has faced and stopped or dominated increasingly credible domestic and European-level opposition while climbing the rankings rapidly.

Conor McIntosh

Record: 10-2-0 (1 KO, 10% KO rate)

Age: 31 (born October 27, 1994)

Hometown/Residence: Port Talbot, Wales

Stance/Style: Southpaw (noted as Welsh southpaw in previews). Durable, experienced domestic-level fighter who has picked up regional titles (Welsh Area and Celtic) but has been stopped short against higher-level competition. Relies on toughness, volume, and ring experience rather than one-punch power.

This is a high-stakes British title clash: the explosive undefeated 22-year-old prospect (Barney-Smith) against the battle-tested 31-year-old veteran (McIntosh) in what shapes up as a classic youth-vs-experience matchup for the vacant Lonsdale Belt and Commonwealth strap.

Recent Form

Royston Barney-Smith (W-W-W-W-W): Perfect 15-0 with strong momentum. Most recent:

Oct 25, 2025 – UD 10 vs. Danny Quartermaine (13-0-1; won IBF/WBO European titles; opponent deducted a point and dropped late).

Apr 5, 2025 – PTS 8 vs. Cesar Ignacio Paredes (18-16-1).

Dec 7, 2024 – KO 5 vs. Andres Navarrete (12-2-0; opponent dropped multiple times).
Has looked increasingly dominant with a mix of stoppages and wide decisions.

Conor McIntosh (W-W-L-W-W): Mixed but on a current 2-win streak after a title loss. Most recent:

Sep 25, 2025 – W vs. Nathan Howells (11-1-1; won BBBofC Celtic Super Feather title; Howells down twice).

Apr 25, 2025 – W vs. Karl Sampson (8-49-1).

Nov 24, 2024 – L vs. Mandeep Jangra (10-1-0; for vacant WBF World title).
McIntosh has shown heart and regional success but has been outclassed when stepping up.

Fight History Summary

Barney-Smith’s key pro bouts (selected; all wins):

Oct 2025 – UD 10 vs. Danny Quartermaine (title wins).

Dec 2024 – KO 5 vs. Andres Navarrete.

Oct 2024 – KO 2 vs. Carlos Rayo.

Jul 2024 – W vs. Briam Barajas (won WBO Youth title).
Plus earlier stoppages and decisions building from 2022 debut. 7 of 15 wins inside the distance.

McIntosh’s key pro bouts (10-2):

Sep 2025 – W vs. Nathan Howells (Celtic title; multiple knockdowns).

Nov 2023 – W vs. Nathan Howells (Welsh Area title).

Nov 2024 – L vs. Mandeep Jangra (world-title attempt).

Earlier regional wins and a 2023 loss to Rashid Omar. Only 1 pro KO; relies on going the distance.

Barney-Smith enters with far superior recent opposition quality and finishing threat; McIntosh brings experience but is on the wrong side of the age/explosiveness gap.

Injury Report

No injuries or withdrawals have been reported for either fighter as of April 16, 2026. Both are expected to be at full health and make the 130-lb limit for this 12-round title fight. Barney-Smith has had a clean training camp with no noted issues.

FIGHT ODDS

Conor McIntosh                               + 1800

Royston Barney-Smith                   – 10000

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, April 16, 2026

Venue, Date, and Starting Time

Venue: OVO Hydro (formerly SSE Hydro), Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom.

The bout is listed with an estimated ring-walk around 2:00–3:00 PM ET / 7:00–8:00 PM BST / 7:00 PM UTC (UK local time), though exact timing depends on undercard flow. The full card begins in the early afternoon ET / late afternoon BST and streams live on DAZN.

Fighter Matchups and Profiles

Aston Brown (“Bad Man”)

Record: 9-0-0 (4 KOs, ~44% KO rate)

Age: 35 (born March 22, 1991)

Hometown/Residence: Glasgow, Scotland

Height: 6’0″ (183 cm)

Stance/Style: Orthodox. Late-blooming local prospect who turned pro in 2015 but was derailed by a hand injury, addiction, and a prison stint. Clean and focused since his return, Brown has won six straight since resuming and is viewed as a dangerous power puncher with improved physical condition and mental resilience.

Sam Gilley (“Magic Man”)

Record: 18-2-1 (9 KOs, 50% KO rate)

Age: 31

Hometown/Residence: Walthamstow / Leytonstone, London, England

Height: 6’0″ (183 cm)

Stance/Style: Orthodox. Experienced domestic-level operator with solid amateur pedigree and a reputation as a durable, high-output boxer who can mix it up. Has faced credible opposition and is coming off a mixed but competitive run.

This is a high-stakes domestic middleweight clash: the undefeated Scottish power puncher (Brown) in front of his home crowd versus the battle-tested Englishman (Gilley) in what promoters and fighters are calling a potential “Fight of the Year contender” and guaranteed banger.

Recent Form

Aston Brown (W-W-W-W-W): Perfect 9-0 with momentum building. Recent victories have showcased improved power and ring control against progressively tougher domestic opposition. Brown has looked sharper and more explosive in 2025 outings.

Sam Gilley (L-D-W-W-W): Mixed recent form with a loss and a draw in his last two outings (2025), but strong wins prior. Gilley has shown durability and the ability to go deep, though he has been outpointed or held in tougher domestic scraps.

Fight History Summary

Brown’s key pro bouts (all wins; selected):

Recent 2025 wins building his undefeated streak with 4 KOs total. Has overcome early-career setbacks to string together impressive domestic-level performances.

Gilley’s key pro bouts (selected from 21 fights):

Nov 25, 2025 – L vs. Ishmael Davis

Jun 25, 2025 – D vs. Gideon Onyenani

Oct 24, 2024 – W vs. Jack McGann

Earlier wins include multiple stoppages; 9 KOs overall. Gilley has 18 wins but has been tested in recent years.

Both are same-height southpaw/orthodox matchups with power, but Brown’s recent finishing rate and home advantage contrast Gilley’s experience edge.

Injury Report

No injuries or withdrawals have been reported for either fighter as of April 16, 2026. Both are expected to be at full health and make the 160-lb middleweight limit for this 10-round contest. Brown has recovered fully from his earlier career hand injury and has shown no issues in recent training camps.

FIGHT ODDS

Sam Gilley          + 145

Aston Brown      – 190

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, April 16, 2026

Event: Collins vs. Lorente II

Bout: Sutherland vs. Alabi — 126 lbs (Featherweight), Professional

Start Time: 1:00 PM ET

Venue: OVO Hydro — Glasgow, Scotland

Injury Report

No injuries or withdrawals were reported for either fighter in any sourced material. Both fighters are expected to enter the ring fully fit.

Tale of the Tape

Attribute	Marcus Sutherland	Lateef Bayo Alabi
Record	10‑0‑0	5‑0‑0
Age at Fight	21 years, 7 months	29 years, 2 months
Height	Not listed	Not listed
Weight (latest)**	121.8 lbs	132.0 lbs
Stance	Orthodox	Orthodox
Nationality	Ireland	Ireland
Fighting Out Of	Dublin	Dublin

Recent Form & Fight History

Marcus Sutherland — Undefeated Rising Prospect

10‑0‑0, all wins.

Last 5 fights: W W W W W.

Competes regularly in Scotland and Ireland.

Young, fast, and aggressive with strong community backing.

Lateef Bayo Alabi — Technical, Disciplined, Also Undefeated

5‑0‑0, all wins.

Wins include:

Jose Manuel Perez (Feb 2026)

Alexandru Ionita (Oct 2025) — Ionita knocked down in Round 1

Mohammed Wako (Aug 2025)

Engel Gomez (Jun 2025)

Stefan Nicolae (Apr 2025) — Nicolae down in Rounds 1 & 4

Strong amateur‑style fundamentals, clean technique, and good conditioning.

Matchup Analysis

Physical & Technical Breakdown

Marcus Sutherland

Youthful explosiveness and high output.

Strong early‑round pressure.

Undefeated against regional competition.

Likely to push pace and test Alabi’s defense.

Lateef Bayo Alabi

More mature fighter at 29.

Technically polished, patient, and composed.

Has scored multiple knockdowns in previous bouts.

Comfortable going rounds and adjusting mid‑fight.

Intangibles

Sutherland has the crowd advantage fighting in Scotland.

Alabi has faced more experienced opponents despite fewer total fights.

Both fighters undefeated — high‑stakes momentum bout.

Betting Trends

Sutherland: undefeated, strong public support, high pick percentage.

Alabi: undefeated but less known; bettors may undervalue his technical skill.

Both fighters have shown durability — neither has been stopped.

Alabi has scored multiple knockdowns; Sutherland has not faced a fighter with his precision.

FIGHT ODDS

Lateef Bayo Alabi             + 650

Marcus Sutherland         – 1200

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, April 16, 2026

Venue: M&S Bank Arena (also known as Liverpool Arena), King’s Dock, Port of Liverpool, Liverpool, England, United Kingdom.

Undercard starts at approximately 7:00 PM BST (2:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM PT). Main-event ring walks are scheduled for around 9:20 PM BST (4:20 PM ET / 1:20 PM PT), though some outlets list closer to 10:00 PM BST.

Weight Class and Rounds: 10-round light-heavyweight bout (175 lbs / 79.4 kg limit).

Injury Report: No reported injuries for either fighter. Ben Whittaker previously suffered an ankle sprain in his October 2024 technical-draw fight against Liam Cameron (after both fell out of the ring), but he has fought twice since then with no issues noted. Braian Nahuel Suarez has no reported injuries and traveled from Argentina without complications. The only injury affecting the card was Callum Smith’s withdrawal, which promoted this matchup to the top spot.

Fighter Profiles and Matchup

Ben Whittaker (“The Surgeon”) – United Kingdom, age 28, 6’3″ (191 cm), orthodox stance, West Bromwich, West Midlands.
Pro record: 10-0-1 (7 KOs, 70% KO rate).
Olympic silver medalist (2020 Tokyo). Trained by Andy Lee. Tall, rangy southpaw-style mover with elite footwork, jab, and counter-punching. He has shown increasing aggression and power in recent stoppages.

Braian Nahuel Suarez – Argentina, age 34, 6’0″ (183 cm), orthodox stance, Hurlingham, Buenos Aires.
Pro record: 21-4-0 (20 KOs, 95% KO rate).
Veteran power puncher who relies on aggression, heavy hands, and body work. He has regional titles (Argentinian Light Heavyweight, WBO Latino) but has been stopped or outclassed in higher-level fights.

Recent Form and Fight History
Whittaker’s last 6 fights (all wins except one draw):

Nov 29, 2025: KO 1 (2:15) vs. Benjamin Gavazi → Won vacant WBC Silver LHW title (Gavazi downed twice).

Apr 20, 2025: TKO 2 vs. Liam Cameron → Retained IBF International LHW title.

Oct 12, 2024: Technical Draw 5 vs. Liam Cameron (retained IBF International; for vacant WBO Global) — fight stopped after both fell out of the ring; Whittaker injured but later cleared.

Jun 15, 2024: UD 10 vs. Eworitse Ezra Arenyeka → Won vacant IBF International LHW title.

Earlier 2024/2023 wins: Multiple stoppages/UDs against lesser opposition, including early knockouts.

Whittaker is unbeaten in his last 10 pro bouts (one draw) and has looked sharper with each outing, emphasizing movement and precise power.

Suarez’s recent form (last 6 completed fights):

Nov 29/25, 2025: TKO 2 vs. Sergio Santos Dantas (opponent downed twice).

Jul 5, 2025: Loss MD vs. Vasily Voytsekhovsky.

Feb 22, 2025: TKO win vs. Walter Gabriel Sequeira → Won vacant Argentinian Light Heavyweight title (opponent retired post-fight).

Sep 2024: Loss KO 2 vs. Sharabutdin Ataev.

Sep 2023: Loss KO 10 vs. Lyndon Arthur (body shot; failed to make weight for IBO world title).

Jun 2022: Loss vs. Albert Ramirez (down twice).

Suarez is a proven finisher against domestic/regional foes but has been repeatedly dropped or stopped against stiffer competition. His power remains dangerous, but durability is a question mark.

Style matchup: Whittaker’s height/reach advantage, elite boxing IQ, and movement should allow him to outbox and counter Suarez’s forward pressure. Suarez’s only path to victory is an early ambush or sustained body attack, but Whittaker’s recent finishes suggest he can neutralize that threat and impose his will.

FIGHT ODDS

Braian Nahuel Suarez     + 1145

Ben Whittaker                  – 5000

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, April 16, 2026

Venue: OVO Hydro (The Hydro), Exhibition Way, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom (capacity ~13,000; Collins’ hometown fight in Scotland’s boxing capital).

DAZN main card coverage begins at 7:00 PM BST (2:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM PT). Main-event ring walks are scheduled for approximately 10:00 PM BST (5:00 PM ET / 2:00 PM PT), though subject to undercard length. Doors open at 5:00 PM BST.

Weight Class and Rounds: 12-round featherweight bout (126 lbs / 57.15 kg limit).

Injury Report: No reported injuries for either fighter. Nathaniel Collins completed an intense training camp in Los Angeles featuring “brutal” sparring sessions but has confirmed he is fully fit and fresh. Cristobal Lorente has reported no issues and traveled from Spain without complications. Both have publicly stated they are in career-best condition ahead of the rematch.

Fighter Profiles and Matchup

Nathaniel Collins (“The Nightmare”) – United Kingdom (Bearsden, Glasgow), age 29, 5’6″ (168 cm), southpaw stance.
Pro record: 17-0-1 (8 KOs, 47% KO rate). WBC Silver Featherweight Champion and former British champion. Aggressive, high-volume southpaw pressure fighter who starts fast and has elite finishing power (e.g., three knockdowns vs. McGregor).

Cristobal Lorente – Spain (Barcelona), age 30, 5’9″ (175 cm), orthodox stance.
Pro record: 20-0-3 (8 KOs, 40% KO rate). Reigning EBU European Featherweight Champion. Tall, rangy technician with excellent defense, ring IQ, and late-round resilience; difficult to break down.

Recent Form and Fight History
Collins’ last 6 fights (all wins except the draw):

Oct 4, 2025: SD 12 vs. Cristobal Lorente → Retained WBC Silver (controversial split draw; both fighters claimed victory).

May 24, 2025: TKO 4 vs. Lee McGregor → Won vacant WBC Silver (McGregor down three times; corner stopped it).

Feb 14, 2025: PTS 8 vs. Darwing Martinez.

May 11, 2024: UD 12 vs. Francesco Grandelli → Won EBU Silver.

Nov 18, 2023: MD 12 vs. Zak Miller.

Aug 18, 2023: KO 1 vs. Raza Hamza.

Collins is on a 14-fight unbeaten streak (one draw) and has looked devastating in stoppage wins at this level.

Lorente’s last 6 fights (all wins or draws):

Oct 4, 2025: SD 12 vs. Nathaniel Collins → Retained EBU European (split draw).

Jul 5, 2025: SD 12 vs. Ruben Gil → Retained EBU European.

Dec 13, 2024: UD 12 vs. Francesco Grandelli → Retained EBU European.

Jul 11, 2024: MD 12 vs. Mauro Forte → Won EBU European.

Earlier 2024/2023: Multiple decision wins and defenses against solid European opposition.

Lorente has never been stopped or lost; his last two fights were hard-fought draws in title bouts, showcasing durability and come-from-behind ability.

Style matchup: Collins’ southpaw aggression and power vs. Lorente’s height/reach advantage and technical boxing. The first fight saw Collins dominate early before fading, allowing Lorente to rally late. Collins has made adjustments (LA camp) and vows to be “smarter”; Lorente believes he won the first and will exploit any repeat mistakes.

Betting Trends:
Sharp and public money has flowed heavily toward Collins as the home favorite and WBC No. 1, with the line holding steady around -250 after opening similar. The first fight’s closeness (many scored it for Lorente late) has created live-dog interest on Lorente +220 and draw props from contrarian bettors. Books are balanced but slightly exposed on Collins; decision props for Collins are seeing strong action as the most likely outcome given Lorente’s proven durability.

FIGHT ODDS

Cristobal Lorente             + 260

Nathaniel Collins             – 360

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, April 16, 2026

Venue: Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden (The Theater at MSG), 1260 6th Avenue / 7th Avenue & 32nd–33rd Streets, New York City, New York, USA.

Preliminary undercard begins at approximately 6:30 PM ET (3:30 PM PT / 11:30 PM BST); main card coverage starts around 5:00–6:30 PM ET (2:00–3:30 PM PT / 10:00–11:30 PM BST) on ESPN/ESPN+. This bout is slotted on the main card (exact ring walks mid-to-late card, expected around 7:00–8:00 PM ET depending on undercard flow).

Weight Class and Rounds: 8-round super bantamweight / junior featherweight contest (122 lbs / 55.3 kg limit).

Injury Report: No reported injuries for either fighter. Both have completed full training camps with no setbacks publicly disclosed. Elon DeJesus has been active and healthy since his October 2025 outing. Connor Adaway has been globe-trotting for bouts without noted physical concerns.

Fighter Profiles and Matchup

Elon DeJesus (“El Leon”) – United States (Dunkirk, New York), age 31, 5’6″ (168 cm), reach 67″ (170 cm).
Pro record: 11-1-2 (8 KOs, 73% KO rate). Aggressive, high-volume power puncher who excels in close range and has finished most domestic/regional opponents.

Connor Adaway – United Kingdom (Plymouth, Devon, England), age 27, 5’7½” (172 cm), orthodox stance.
Pro record: 10-2-1 (4 KOs, 40% KO rate). Well-traveled technician with solid boxing IQ, footwork, and durability; comfortable fighting on the road.

Recent Form and Fight History
DeJesus’ recent activity (6+ fight win streak): Dominant stoppages and decisions against lesser competition, including recent wins vs. Belmar Preciado (Oct 2025), Charlie Clemente-Andino (Apr 2025), and multiple domestic/regional foes. He carries one pro loss and two draws earlier in his career.

Adaway’s recent activity: Back-to-back wins in 2025 (including a stoppage vs. Carlos Jackson in Nov 2025 and UD vs. Emmanuel Rodriguez in Aug 2025), snapping a prior winless streak that included a draw and a loss to unbeaten prospects. He has shown resilience in tough international bouts.

Style matchup: DeJesus’s explosive power and forward pressure versus Adaway’s height/reach edge, technical boxing, and experience against varied opposition. DeJesus looks to land heavy shots early; Adaway aims to outbox, move, and wear him down over 8 rounds.

FIGHT ODDS

Connor Adaway                – 125

Elon de Jesus                     – 105

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, April 16, 2026

Undercard bout on the MVPW 02 card (prelims/ESPN+ approximately 6:30 p.m. ET / doors 6:30 p.m. ET; main card ~10 p.m. ET; exact ring walk TBD based on earlier bouts)
Venue: Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden (The Theater at MSG), New York, New York

Fight Context and Fighter Profiles

This late-replacement undercard bout keeps the “undefeated vs. undefeated” theme alive on Most Valuable Promotions’ second card. Chicago’s Rani Jalomo (7-0-1, 4 KOs) steps in on short notice for the originally scheduled Ryan O’Rourke, facing hometown favorite Alex “El Toro” Vargas (14-0, 5 KOs) of Bellport/Long Island, New York. Both fighters are Star Boxing-aligned prospects looking to advance their careers on a nationally televised ESPN platform in front of a New York crowd.

Key Fighter Matchup Dynamics:

Alex Vargas (“El Toro”): Aggressive pressure fighter with solid power, high work rate, and strong body attack. The 14-0 veteran (5 KOs) brings hometown energy and experience to the Mecca of Boxing. He’s known for wearing opponents down inside and has looked sharp in recent outings, including a strong weigh-in at 144.2 lbs.

Rani Jalomo: 29-year-old orthodox fighter from Chicago (5’9″, 7-0-1, 4 KOs). A durable, gritty prospect with a current 7-fight win streak (one earlier draw in his pro career). He weighed in at 141.8 lbs and is bringing “Chicago grit” as a live underdog on short notice. Jalomo’s style emphasizes toughness and volume, but this is a significant step up in competition and spotlight.

The clash pits Vargas’s come-forward pressure and finishing ability against Jalomo’s resilience and counter-punching potential in what should be an entertaining 8-rounder.

Recent Form

Vargas: Perfect 14-0 record with five stoppages. Riding a hot streak of dominant performances, showcasing improved ring generalship and finishing power. He has looked sharp leading into this bout and is highly motivated on home soil.

Jalomo: 7-0-1 with four KOs; last five fights are W-W-W-W-D (draw in 2025). Consistent winner with solid activity, though most bouts have been against lesser competition. The short-notice call-up tests his readiness against a more experienced foe.

Both enter fresh with no recent setbacks.

Fight History

First professional meeting between the two. No prior amateur encounters noted. This was hastily arranged after O’Rourke’s withdrawal, preserving the prospect showdown on the stacked MVPW 02 card (headlined by Alycia Baumgardner vs. Bo Mi Re Shin).

Injury / Weigh-In Report

No injuries reported for either fighter. Both successfully made weight and were cleared to compete.

Vargas: 144.2 lbs

Jalomo: 141.8 lbs
The bout remains intact despite the late change and other minor card adjustments (e.g., one earlier bout pulled for visa reasons). Both camps are fully healthy and ready.

FIGHT ODDS

Rani Jalomo                       + 465

Alex Vargas                         – 800

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, April 16, 2026