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Caden Russo “The Raging Bull” with the Queensland Super Welterweight Championship belt, alongside coach and promoter Dean Poppi. Photo credit: TGW & Smithy's Promotions
Ingham's boxing talent was on full display at the latest Country Boy Series event, with local fighters producing impressive performances in front of a hometown crowd.
The main amateur bout of the night saw fast-rising Ingham prospect Grant Martin claim victory over talented Mareeba boxer Tosh Pilcher. Martin secured the judges' decision to take home the inaugural Country Boy Belt.
One of the biggest moments of the evening belonged to "The Raging Bull" Caden Russo, who captured the Queensland Super Welterweight Championship with a strong performance against Hunter Ioane. Fighting in front of local supporters, Russo produced a memorable finish to secure the state title.
Super Middleweight Josh Shannon also recorded an impressive victory, contributing to a successful night for the Ingham contingent.
The results capped off a memorable evening for local boxing, with Ingham fighters proudly representing their hometown on the big stage.
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