Young heavyweight prospect Leo Atang, aged 18, has signed a professional boxing contract with Matchroom Boxing. Bypassing the amateur ranks, the former Team GB member is making his professional debut.
Matchroom Boxing promoted the signing with the tagline “The Future is Here,” leading to fan speculation and comparisons to other promising British heavyweights like Moses Itauma. The promotional material also drew parallels between Atang and former world champion Anthony Joshua, highlighting Joshua as an inspiration.
Despite not having Olympic experience, Atang boasts an impressive amateur record, including five national championships and a reputation as a powerful puncher. He is expected to make his professional debut later this year.
In statements, Atang expressed eagerness to start his career with Matchroom, saying, “I cannot wait to get started with Eddie, Sunny, Anthony Fitzpatrick and all the team at Matchroom Boxing. More importantly, I just want to get in the ring and show the whole world what I am all about. We put the work in and we put the hours in. I live the life. My mentality is – push myself the absolute limit and leave no stone unturned. I’m fit, I’m strong and I’ll be ready to go with anyone tomorrow.”
Promoter Eddie Hearn added, “Leo possesses all of the attributes to make it to the very top, and we can’t wait to get this journey underway. Naturally there was a lot of interest in landing the signature of one of the very best prospects in Britain, and we’re delighted that Leo and his team have chosen us to guide his career.”
