England Boxing Sends 14 boxers to World Boxing Cup in Astana
World Boxing Cup in Astana, Kazakhstan. The team includes medalists from the previous event in Brazil.">
Fourteen boxers from England are gearing up to compete in the second World Boxing Cup event of 2025, scheduled to take place in Astana, kazakhstan, from June 30th to July 6th. This follows the first world Boxing Cup of the year, held in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil, where eight team members secured medals.
Heavyweight Duo Seeks Gold
Isaac Okoh (90kg) and Damar Thomas (90+kg), the heavyweight duo who both earned silver medals in Brazil, are set to compete in Astana, aiming to improve their previous results. Both fighters are considered strong contenders in their respective weight classes.
Returning Medalists and Rising Stars
Patris Mughalzai (65kg), who secured a bronze medal in Brazil, and Dimeji Shittu (80kg), who narrowly missed the medal stages, will also be returning to action. Two-time Olympian Charley Davison (54kg) is also back in action after winning silver at the Czech Grand Prix, her first competition as the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Davison’s experience will be invaluable to the team.
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Injury Comebacks and Recent Successes
Lucky Kings-Wheatley (60kg) and Kerry Davis (75kg) are continuing their comebacks after long injury layoffs, having returned to the ring at the Grand Prix after more than a year away. Kelsey Oakley (51kg), Sameenah Toussaint (57kg), Kyle Shaw-Tullin (75kg), and Teagn Stott (85kg) are also included in the squad, all having recently earned bronze medals at the Feliks Stamm World Boxing event in Poland. Paddy Hewitt (70kg),who also competed in Warsaw,is also named in the squad.
Newcomers and Champions
Jack Dryden (60kg) joins the team after four strong performances at the Eindhoven Box Cup,where he narrowly lost to a Paris 2024 gold medalist in the lightweight final. Dione burman (65kg), crowned champion at the recent Haringey Box Cup, also features in the squad. these fresh faces bring new energy and talent to the England Boxing team.
England Boxing Team Roster for World Boxing Cup 2025
All fourteen boxers will represent England at the world championships.
| Boxer | Weight Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Kelsey Oakley | Flyweight – 51kg | England |
| Charley Davison | Bantamweight – 54kg | England |
| Sameenah Toussaint | Featherweight – 57kg | England |
| Jack Dryden | Lightweight – 60kg | England |
| Lucy Kings-Wheatley | Lightweight – 60kg | England |
| Dione Burman | welterweight – 65kg | England |
| Patris Mughalzai | welterweight – 65kg | England |
| Paddy Hewitt | Light-middleweight – 70kg | England |
| Kerry Davis | Middleweight – 75kg | England |
| Kyle Shaw-Tullin | Middleweight – 75kg | England |
| Dimeji Shittu | Light-heavyweight – 80kg | England |
| Teagn Stott | Cruiserweight – 85kg | England |
| Isaac Okoh | Heavyweight – 90kg | England |
| Damar thomas | super-heavyweight – 90+kg | England |
The Rise of England Boxing on the World Stage
England Boxing has consistently produced top-tier athletes who compete successfully in international competitions. The organization’s commitment to developing talent from the grassroots level has resulted in a steady stream of skilled boxers representing the nation. The World Boxing Cup provides a crucial platform for these athletes to gain experience and showcase their abilities on a global stage.
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