Summary
Josh Padley, an electrician from Doncaster, took a last-minute fight against world champion Shakur Stevenson, which led to a major change in his career. Despite losing the fight, Padley secured a contract with a top promoter and has now become a full-time professional boxer.
Key Facts
- Josh Padley is from Doncaster and worked as an electrician before his boxing opportunity.
- He took a fight with Shakur Stevenson on just four days' notice in 2025.
- Although Padley lost the fight, he gained significant exposure and a professional boxing contract.
- He has signed a multi-fight deal with Matchroom promoters, allowing him to box full-time.
- Padley will fight in the super-featherweight division and will face Reece Bellotti in Sheffield.
- Before this, boxing was a hobby for Padley, who started training at 14 or 15 years old.
- Padley continues to focus on his boxing career with aims to compete in major events again.
