A Big Night of Boxing in Cleveland

Top Rank’s July 4 card is set to light up Cleveland, Ohio, as the promotion partners with TNT Sports and DAZN for a live broadcast. The event features several young champions defending their titles in front of a hometown crowd. The headline bout pits undefeated lightweight champion Abdullah Mason against veteran contender Joe Cordina. Mason, who has never lost and boasts 17 knockouts in 20 fights, is eager to show that his power can still surprise an experienced opponent. Cordina, with one loss in 19 fights and nine knockouts, will try to turn the tables on the local hero. In the co‑main event, featherweight champion Bruce Carrington defends his WBC belt against Mexican fighter Rene Palacios. Both fighters are unbeaten, and their clash promises a fast‑paced contest that could see the title change hands.Other matches include Tiger Johnson versus Christopher Guerrero, both undefeated welterweights in a ten‑round bout, and Deric “Scooter” Davis, an 11‑time knockout artist, taking on Carlos Ramos in eight rounds. Tickets for the night go on sale Friday, May 8, through Ticketmaster, and fans can expect a packed arena. The card will begin live at 8 p. m. Eastern, with coverage also available on DAZN worldwide. The promotion highlighted the significance of Cleveland for many fighters. Mason, who grew up training with friends from a young age, spoke about the city’s support and his excitement to fight in front of familiar faces. Other fighters echoed that sentiment, noting how the city’s reputation for producing tough competitors fuels their ambitions. With a mix of title defenses and high‑stakes matchups, the July 4 card offers something for every boxing fan. It’s a chance to see rising stars test their limits and possibly change the landscape of their divisions.