British amateur boxing sensation Kayla Allen has achieved a milestone by becoming the first female fighter to ink a deal with Zuffa Boxing. The 21-year-old London native is set to make her professional debut in September at the Copper Box Arena in London, competing in the lightweight division. Her inaugural professional bout will be featured on the undercard of ZUFFA BOXING 11, headlined by heavyweight contender Johnny Fisher, and will be broadcast live on Sky Sports on September 26.
Allen's remarkable ascent in the boxing world began less than five years ago when she first started training with gloves. She has expressed her excitement about joining Zuffa Boxing, stating, "I'm thrilled to be their first female athlete.
I feel privileged to be in this position, and with the support of Zuffa and Sky Sports, I believe I can become a prominent figure in the boxing world on both sides of the Atlantic." Allen's amateur career was marked by numerous achievements, including winning gold at prestigious European tournaments such as the Haringey Box Cup and the Senior Elite Championships. She will commence her professional career under the guidance of seasoned trainer Alex Leo. Fans can catch Kayla Allen's highly anticipated professional debut on September 26, live on Sky Sports, as she takes to the ring at the Copper Box Arena in London.