Joshua Buatsi Edges Zach Parker in Manchester
Joshua Buatsi defeated Zach Parker by majority decision in their light-heavyweight bout in Manchester on November 1, 2025. The judges scored it 96-94, 96-94 and 95-95, leaving Buatsi with a 20-1 professional record.
Official result
The majority decision kept Buatsi in the title picture, while Parker suffered his first defeat in five fights. The official scorecards were 96-94, 96-94 and 95-95.
🥊 Main Event: Buatsi vs. Parker – Buatsi Wins via Majority Decision
In a tactical battle between two top contenders, Buatsi used sharp counters and body work to edge Parker over ten rounds. Parker started strong, using his jab and reach to control distance, but Buatsi’s pressure and inside work turned the tide in the middle rounds.
The judges scored it 95-95, 96-94, and 96-94 in favor of Buatsi, who now eyes a world title shot in 2026.
💥 Co-Main Event: Lyndon Arthur def. Bradley Rea – Majority Decision
Arthur (23-2) returned to form with a composed performance against Rea (15-3), using his jab and ring control to secure a majority decision. Scores read 114-114, 115-113, and 115-112.
🔥 Undercard Highlights
- Liam Cameron def. Troy Jones — Unanimous Decision
Cameron outboxed Jones over eight rounds with clean counters and superior footwork. - Billy Deniz def. Eworitse Ezra Arenyeka — Points Decision (79-74)
Deniz impressed with volume and pressure, dominating the scorecards. - Khaleel Majid def. David Ryan — Points Decision (77-76)
A back-and-forth war saw Majid edge Ryan in a close contest. - Bradley Casey def. Antonio Borovina — KO, Round 1 (1:06)
Casey delivered the night’s most explosive finish with a first-round knockout.
🇬🇧 British Boxing Momentum Builds
The Manchester card showcased the depth of British talent across divisions. With Buatsi and Arthur leading the charge, and prospects like Deniz and Casey making noise, the UK fight scene continues to thrive heading into 2026.
Conclusion
Joshua Buatsi’s majority decision win over Zach Parker capped off a night of high-stakes action and rising stars. As the light heavyweight division heats up, Buatsi’s unbeaten run and Parker’s resilience set the stage for future title implications. British boxing is alive, aggressive, and ready for global spotlight.
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