Zelfa Barrett, a former challenger for a world super-featherweight title, is scheduled to step back into the ring on Saturday, June 7. Fans can watch his fight live and completely free via the official YouTube and Facebook channels operated by Boxing News.
Barrett`s opponent will be Mexico`s Cristian Bielma. The bout is set to take place at the Bolton Whites Hotel and serves as the main event for Steve Wood`s latest VIP Promotions card. The 31-year-old Barrett aims to get back on the winning track following a disappointing defeat to Jazza Dickens in February. In the wake of that loss, he has decided to make a change in his corner, appointing Joe Gallagher as his new trainer after previously working with Pat Barrett.
Joe Gallagher is now tasked with bringing out the best in Barrett. Barrett possesses world-class talent and came agonizingly close to claiming the IBF world title just three years ago against Shavkatdzhon Rakhimov. That title contest, which was a chief support bout for Dmitry Bivol vs. Gilberto Ramirez, was a back-and-forth battle. Barrett managed to knock Rakhimov down and appeared to have him in trouble during the third round. However, the champion demonstrated resilience, recovering to ultimately force a stoppage in the ninth round.
Cristian Bielma, Barrett`s upcoming opponent, has previously shared the ring with highly-regarded fighters such as Luis Alberto Lopez and Angel Fierro. Staying true to the tenacious spirit often seen in Mexican boxers, Bielma is expected to deliver a tough performance and will undoubtedly be looking to cause an upset.
The Barrett vs. Bielma headliner is part of a larger card featuring 10 fights in total. The event will also showcase promising unbeaten talents including Ashley Marron, Jake Abrol, Thomas Varey, Imad Nasseb, among others.
The live and free coverage is scheduled to commence at 6:45 PM BST (assuming UK time based on location) on the Boxing News YouTube and Facebook channels. Be sure to tune in to catch all the action.
