September 18th 2024.
Tyler Denny, a 33-year-old plumber for Dudley Council, has come a long way in his boxing career. From fighting at the small Walsall Town Hall to now joining the likes of Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois on the grand stage of Wembley Stadium in front of 96,000 fans, Denny has earned his spot through hard work and determination.
Despite working full-time as a plumber until just three years ago, Denny has climbed up the rankings in the last 18 months, even winning the European title in a dramatic fashion last November. His recent win over Felix Cash has opened up even more opportunities, including a chance to face the undefeated knockout king, Hamzah Sheeraz, in the main support of Saturday night's event.
Set to take place at the national team stadium, this event is expected to break records for a boxing match, with the support of Saudi Arabia's riches and a performance by Liam Gallagher. However, for Denny, it's not about the grand stage or the fame, it's all about winning. In his own words, "I'd rather fight at a small hall knowing I'm going to win than at Wembley. I don't want to be saying I fought at Wembley but lost. It is all about winning for me."
Despite the prestige of fighting at Wembley, Denny has never dreamed of it as a lifelong goal. He understands that it's a privilege that many great fighters before him never had the chance to experience. He is grateful for the opportunity but knows that he has earned it through his own hard work and skill.
Denny is well aware that he was not the first choice opponent for Sheeraz, who has been on a roll with career-best wins this year. But Denny embraces the underdog role, saying, "I'm glad I am the underdog. Earn a drink on me!" He believes in his abilities and is confident that he can defeat Sheeraz and continue his rise in the boxing world.
A win over Sheeraz would not only secure a life-changing payday for Denny, but it would also put him in the conversation for a world title. However, for Denny, it's not about the belts, it's about securing his family's future. He admits, "I'm not crazy on belts. I want opportunities and to progress in life." And with four kids to support, he knows that financial stability is his priority.
But Denny is also aware that one loss could change everything. He knows that in the game of boxing, success can be fleeting, and one defeat could send him to the bottom of the pile. That's why he is focused on winning and keeping his momentum going. He has worked hard to get to where he is and doesn't want to lose it all.
Reflecting on his journey, Denny says, "There have been some tough points where you think, 'do I want to do this anymore?' Monday to Friday working as a plumber, Monday to Friday with the kids to look after... boxing on top of that wasn't working." But he persevered and is now grateful for the opportunity to focus solely on his boxing career.
This weekend, Denny will defend his European Middleweight Title against Sheeraz on the undercard of the highly anticipated fight between Joshua and Dubois. It's a dream come true for Denny, and he knows that a win could open up even more opportunities for him. But for now, he is solely focused on defeating Sheeraz and continuing his journey towards success in the boxing world.
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