EDDIE HEARN DELIVERS — WYLLIE VS DIB HEADLINES AUGUST 23

In the wake of his gritty clash with George Kambosos Jr. this past March, Jake “The Machine” Wyllie proved that sometimes the biggest victories aren’t on the scorecards.

Originally a fan with tickets in hand, Wyllie found himself stepping into the main event after Daud Yordan withdrew on short notice. Against the odds, he took on the former unified lightweight champion in front of a roaring Sydney crowd at Qudos Bank Arena.

From the opening bell, Wyllie refused to be overawed by the occasion. He pressed forward, trading heavy shots with Kambosos, and in the ninth round he landed a thunderous right hand that had the crowd on its feet. Kambosos, bleeding from a cut and fighting through adversity, rallied to take a unanimous decision, but the story of the night was Wyllie’s fearless performance.

As the dust settled, Wyllie made a bold request in the post-fight interview.

“I tell you something better he can give me, where’s my contract?” Wyllie said live on DAZN.

Eddie Hearn, never one to shy away from a moment, didn’t hesitate.

“One thing I promise to you, you will have a contract from Matchroom Boxing. Well done.”

That promise is now a reality. On August 23, under the Matchroom banner, Jake Wyllie will return to the ring to face the experienced Youseff Dib.

The bout is more than just a fight, it’s the continuation of a remarkable rise. Wyllie’s showing against Kambosos proved he can stand with world-class opposition. Dib, a seasoned and respected name in the sport, offers exactly the kind of test that could catapult Wyllie further into the global conversation.

For Wyllie, it’s a chance to turn the promise of potential into the reality of victory. For the fans, it’s a match-up brimming with intrigue, youth and hunger against skill and experience, all played out under the bright lights of a Fortitude fight night.

August 23. Wyllie vs Dib. Promise kept. Destiny reclaimed.