Shane McGuigan Predicts Ellie Scotney as Future Three-Weight World Champion
Ellie Scotney can make British boxing history at Kensington’s Olympia on April 5. A victory over Mayelli Flores would unify the WBA, WBO, WBC and IBF super-bantamweight titles.
If Scotney wins, she will become Britain’s youngest undisputed champion in the four-belt era. The fight will likely be her final contest at 122 pounds.
Trainer confidence and long-term goal
Trainer Shane McGuigan firmly backs Scotney for victory on the night. He believes she can move beyond one division and become a three-weight world champion.
McGuigan predicts a bright future for Scotney. He says she has the qualities to capture titles at higher weights.
Mayelli Flores profile
Flores is compact at around 4’11” but carries notable power and a high punch output. She previously beat former champion Nazarena Romero and has only one recorded loss.
The combination of size and activity could make for a frantic ten-round contest. McGuigan warned it will be hard to mimic Flores in sparring.
Weight, moving up and personal motivations
Scotney has made the super-bantamweight limit and says the weight battle has been tough. The team remained at 122 pounds to pursue undisputed status.
She aims to complete the championship collection on April 5 and then move up to featherweight. Scotney also received messages from friends and family, including a recording from her late nan.
Undercard and other title fights
Emma Dolan will open the televised bill in an IBF super-flyweight title fight. Dolan faces Mexico’s Irma Garcia in her first world championship contest.
Dolan was an international amateur team-mate of Scotney. She says legacy and multi-title ambitions drive her career.
Broadcast information
Filmogaz.com will carry live coverage from 7pm. The broadcast also features Caroline Dubois versus Terri Harper before the Scotney fight.
