Heaney v Bentley, Ball v Dogboe – The ‘Magnificent Seven’ event As It Happened

An exciting night in Manchester ends with Nathan Heaney becoming British champion after defeating Denzel Bentley. That’s all from us. Thank you for staying with us.

Carl Frampton pays tribute to Nathan Heaney following his gutsy performance and gives him credit for putting it all together on his biggest night.

Frank Warren says he’s in a ‘boxing wonderland’ as he reflects on tonight’s action before looking forward to a huge heavyweight night on December 23.

Heaney’s promoter is looking to bring a fight to Stoke City’s BET365 stadium next summer.

Nathan Heaney credits his trainer for the victory and said winning a title is a dream come true.

Nathan Heaney is the new British champion after defeating Denzel Bentley via majority decision. A ridiculous card of 114-114 was pushed to the side by totals of 116-113 and 117-111. The British middleweight title is going back to Stoke.

It’s hard to split them but Heaney edges the last round and that should be enough to make him the new British champion.

Heaney should be in front but he’s being made to work. Bentley is finishing strong.

Tactics are out the window now for Bentley. He has to go all in if he’s to keep his title and that’s what he’s doing.

An uneventful round sparks into life when Heaney, who’s been bundled to the floor, flips up onto his feet.

Heaney is breathing heavy after the eighth round as he’s put a lot into this. He’s surely ahead but can he stay in front?

Bentley has tried to win this fight with one shot and it could cost him. He has to be more patient and use his jab.

A big exchange on the ropes sees both men land good shots. The crowd are fully behind Heaney and he’s responding to it.

Heaney looks relaxed in round five as he boxes on the back foot. Bentley is looking for one big shot and Heaney won’t give him the target.

A quiet round but Bentley gets a telling off for hitting the back of the head.

Both fighters are looking for one big shot and it’s leading to a number of untidy action. Bentley is forcing the fight but Heaney will still be happy.

The British champion is starting to have some success but he’s relying on his right hand instead of using his jab.

Not much to split them but Heaney has made his presence felt with a number of attacks.

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Nathan Heaney is in action next but he has it all to do against Denzel Bentley.

Nick Ball is happy with his performance and he only wants a world title fight next. Frank Warren, his promoter, is aiming to secure him that shot with home advantage.

The dominance is reflected on the scorecards. 119-108, 118-109 and 116-111. Nick Ball will push on to huge fights next year.

Complete domination from Ball. Superb from the outset.

Ball is more than ready for a world title shot after this. He has one round to go and then he can head into 2024 with plenty to look forward to.

Ball has a decent round ten and he’s handling this step up in class brilliantly.

A big left hook at the end of the session looks to freeze Ball. The Liverpool man is dominating rounds but he has to stay switched on for the full three minutes.

Ball’s workrate is frightening. He’s setting a quick pace and he’s landing on Dogboe when he slows down.

Dogboe is being more aggressive and it’s allowing him to land shots. Ball still the busier man but he needs to stay switched on.

Nick Ball can be pleased with his efforts at the halfway point. He won’t Dogboe rest.

Ball is throwing punches relentlesly and although they’re not all landing, they’re allowing him to win rounds.

A left hand from Ball drops Dogboe but he survives the round. Ball’s output has got him in front.

Nick Ball is boxing superbly for the majority of the round but he gives Dogboe a chance right at the end as he almost goes over. On replay, it looks like he was off balance.

Nick Ball had a great round with impressive volume but he’s caught with a left hook right on the bell.

Both men are applying high guards so not much has landed despite the heavy volume from both.Ball that bit busier.

A huge featherweight clash is up next as Nick Ball and Isaac Dogboe go at it.

The Hall of Fame promoter says Davies has come up the traditional route and that he’s not far off fighting for a world title.

Liam Davies responds from a third round knockdown to stop Vincenzo La Femina two rounds later. That’s a very impressive outing from the Telford man and his sights should be on a world title in 2024. A big right hand rocked the Italian and the referee jumped in to prevent any more damage.

Both men looked to be getting the previous round out of their system but a left hook from Davies at the session’s end puts him on the floor for a second time.

An incredible round sees Davies drop La Femina with a right hand but as he looks for the knockout, he goes down via a left hook. Huge drama in the third.

La Femina’s defence is far too low and Davies is punishing him for it. It’s all Davies so far.

Davies can’t miss in the opener and this already looks a step too far for the Italian.

Liam Davies wants the biggest titles in boxing but first he must beat Italy’s Vincenzo La Femina

Carl Frampton was not impressed with Sol Dacres’ win over Michael Webster and he labelled the English heavyweight champion ‘lacklustre.’

Sol Dacres is fortunate to keep his English title after a dull encounter with Michael Webster. Dacres lost a point in the final session but despite one judge scoring 95-95, the other two officials go for Dacres with totals of 96-94 and 96-93.

This could be costly for Dacres as he loses a point for using his forearm. Not the best fight and both men will believe they can be better, but who will get the win?

Webster just doing that little bit more and he must be going into the final session with a lead.

These rounds are close but we’ll see who has more down the stretch.

Dacres ups his workrate and he gets success. He has to finish this fight strong.

Webster just doing enough but his corner want him to do more. Webster is surely ahead but there’s still plenty of time left.

Webster doing more and that’s all that’s required at this point as Dacres isn’t doing much at all.

Single shots aren’t working for Dacres and he’s going to need a lot more than a solitary jab. Webster is growing with confidence and Dacres is allowing it.

Webster gets Dacres’ attention with a solid left hook that makes him turn his back. Can he build on it?

The pace of this fight resembles a sparring session. Neither man is taking a risk but Webster does land a few decent shots.

Dacres uses his jab well in first round but there’s not much else to write about as both men opt to just take a look.

Sol Dacres and Michael Webster will meet for the English heavyweight title next.

‘This is what I’ve dreamed about. I beat a good champion and I’m ready for the opportunities that I’ve been starved off.’

Nick Ball and Isaac Dogboe will go toe-to-toe in the main card of the Magnificent Seven boxing event on Saturday, November 18, which is live on TNT Sports.

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Harry Scarff is the new British, Commonwealth, and IBF European champion after beating Ekow Essuman on points. Scores were 116-113, 117-112, and 115-113.

The final round could go either way but it’s Scarff’s corner that seem to be the most satisfied. Are we about to see a big upset?

Scarff’s life could be about to change as he takes another round. Is he going to become the new champion in around five minutes time?

Scarff had been less busy for two rounds but he;s enjoyed a good tenth session to go into the last two in a good position.

The champion goes back to basics and he uses his jab and movement to win a quiet round.

A tighter round but Essuman needs to do more if he’s to retain his titles.

Scarff has been superb. He’s landing frequently on Essuman and if this continues, we could have a new champion.

Scarff has got on top these last few rounds and his long jab is allowing him to set up further assaults.

Scarff hits the deck but it’s from a push. He gets back to his feet and he finally starts using his advantages in height and reach to easily take the round.

Scarff will be happy with how round four went. He’s having some success but can he find more?

Essuman is enjoying this. A big attack at the start of the round buzzes Scarff but he recovers well as Essuman takes the rest of the session.

The champion takes control. He’s making Scarff miss then punishing him with sharp counters.

A frantic start but both fighters will be happy with how that went as each had success.

British honours at 147lbs are on the line as Ekow Essuman defends his British title against Harry Scarff. Commonwealth and IBF European belts are also on the line.

The 98-92 card is called ‘a joke’ by former world champion, Richie Woodhall.

Kozin gets the nod via split decision. Both fighters receive a 96-94 from the judges but a 98-92 from the third official means Kozin becomes champion.

This could go either way. Both fighters have their moments and the judges have their work cut out deciding the victor.

Kozin finds a good round when she needed one. The last round is up next and it’s all to play for.

Rankin has found her skill at the right time. She’s had tow good rounds but she’ll need to finish strong to make sure.

A good round for Rankin who puts down a marker with three rounds to go.

Both fighters are having bits of success but neither is building on it.

This fight is close. Can either fighter dominate in the second half?

Both fighters are letting their hands go but they’re missing the target. There’s plenty of improvements to be made.

A better round for Rankin as she has some success going to Kozin’s body.

Rankin needs to settle down a little as her wild attacks are leaving her wide open for counters.

A quiet first round but Kozin appears to have figured out the range she needs to be at.

The vacant WBC and WBO women’s super-welterweight titles are up for grabs as Hannah Rankin faces Ema Kozin

Nick Ball and Isaac Dogboe will go toe-to-toe in the main card of the Magnificent Seven boxing event on Saturday, November 18, which is live on TNT Sports.

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Carl Frampton and Richie Woodhall say that Miller should be proud of his efforts and a rematch could be possible.

Nate Collins keeps his British title by the narrowest of margins. A score of 114-114 is overruled by two cards of 115-113. Miller will be gutted but he should be around the title picture for a long time after that peformance.

A great effort from Miller who completes his first 12 round fight in style. He’s proven he belongs at this level no matter the result. A brilliant start to the night but who will get the win?

A stunning round that Miller takes. He knows he’s behind and he’s giving it everything.

Collins takes another round and it looks like Miller needs a stoppage to claim the title. Can the local favourite turn it in his favour?

A superb round from both men as they refuse to take a backwards step. Collins is well in front but he’s being made to work hard for everything.

Collins has landed several big shots in round eight and the bulk have been courtesy of his left hand. Is he looking at a stoppage in the championship rounds?

Collins is piling on the pressure but Miller won’t be broken at this stage. His efforts earlier in the fight are catching up on him and so is his lack of experience at this level.

Collins is taking over. There’s damage to Miller’s nose and the champion is starting to dominate.

A good round for the champion as he takes control with the round’s best action

Both men had their moments in the fourth round. Collins began the session well but Miller finishes strongly with a number of decent shots.

Miller has a high guard so Collins is having some success downstairs. Is the Scotsman about to take over?

Collins will believe he’s the bigger puncher and he’s trying to walk Miller onto his left hand.

Both fighters have opted to take a look at each other in the first session. A nice flurry from Miller at the end edges him the round.

The first fight of the night will see domestic bragging rights up for grabs at featherweight as Nate Collins defends his British belt against Zak Miller.

Although this show contains several big fights, Carl Frampton, who is in attendance at the Manchester Arena for TNT Sports, says he’s most excited for Nick Ball vs. Isaac Dogboe.

The boxing schedule over the next few weeks is set to be explosive and it kicks off tonight as Nick Ball headlines a stacked card as he aims to prove he’s world class against the excellent Isaac Dogboe.

Nick Ball and Isaac Dogboe will go toe-to-toe in the main card of the Magnificent Seven boxing event on Saturday, November 18, which is live on TNT Sports.

The bout will take place at the AO Arena, Manchester.

The undercard will start at 18:00 UK time.

Fans will be treated to a number of intriguing fights including Denzel Bentley v Nathan Heaney as the former prepares to defend his British middleweight title.

Nick Ball and Isaac Dogboe will go toe-to-toe in the main card of the Magnificent Seven boxing event on Saturday, November 18, which is live on TNT Sports.

You can also watch TNT Sports through BT, EE, Sky, and Virgin Media.