Promising Young Boxer Jalil “Major” Hackett Inks Multi-Fight Deal with Matchroom Boxing
Washington, D.C., January 5th – Rising boxing star Jalil “Major” Hackett has signed a multi-fight promotional contract with the renowned Matchroom Boxing organization, led by the esteemed Eddie Hearn.
Hackett, a 21-year-old boxer boasting an impressive 8-0 professional record with 7 knockouts, has been making waves in the sport since turning pro in June 2021. The young fighter’s decorated amateur career, which saw him accumulate 11 national titles and multiple international tournament victories, has set the stage for his promising professional journey.
In his most recent outing in December, Hackett secured his fifth consecutive win inside the distance, stopping Adrian Gutierrez in just three rounds in Houston. This victory marked the seventh TKO in Hackett’s eight professional fights, showcasing his devastating punching power and technical prowess.
“I’m so happy to have signed with the biggest promoters in the game,” expressed the elated Hackett. “Eddie and Matchroom have a plan for my development that I’m really excited by, and I cannot wait to get back in the ring.”
The first fight under the Matchroom Boxing banner is set to be announced next week, and Hackett is eager to embrace the opportunity. “It’s a really good step up – the type of tests that I want at this stage of my career, where I am looking to develop but also prove that I am the real deal,” he said.
Matchroom’s Perspective
“Jalil is a fantastic young talent,” praised Hearn. “Building the stars of the future is something that we love to do at Matchroom, and in Jalil we have a real gem. So many of America’s best fighters speak very highly of their work with him in the gym, and he’s got an old head on young shoulders, which bodes well for his short- and long-term development in the sport. We’re really excited to get the next phase of his journey moving, and in his first fight with us to be announced next week, the training wheels are off – it is an excellent test on a very big stage.”
This strategic partnership between Hackett and Matchroom Boxing promises to propel the young boxer’s career to new heights, as he embarks on the next chapter of his promising journey in the world of boxing.
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