‘Bosh’, backlash and rebuild – how far can Fisher go?

British heavyweight Johnny Fisher returns to the Copper Box Arena on Saturday night to face Belgium's Michael Pirotton in a 10-round contest. The headline fight marks Fisher's promotional debut for Dana White's Zuffa Boxing. Fisher, who holds a professional record of 14 wins and one loss, aims to rebuild his standing in the division following his first professional defeat against Dave Allen.

Fisher previously suffered a fifth-round stoppage loss to Allen after narrowly securing a controversial split-decision win in their initial bout. Although Fisher rebounded with a fourth-round stoppage victory over Ivan Balaz, critics questioned his credentials. Fisher dismissed suggestions labeling him an influencer boxer, stating that one defeat will not define his professional boxing career.