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26 Jan 2025
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Stylish Scotney Battles Through Cut to Retain World Titles

Scotney picked up the cut in round one from a clash of heads

Ellie Scotney retained her IBF, WBO, and Ring Magazine super-bantamweight titles in a gritty unanimous decision win over New Zealand’s Mea Motu at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena. The 27-year-old Briton’s superior boxing skills prevailed over the relentless Motu, despite suffering a cut in the opening round.


Key Highlights

  1. Scotney’s Unanimous Decision Win:
    Scotney won comfortably on the scorecards, with all three judges scoring it 99-91 in her favor. She extends her unbeaten professional record to 10-0.
  2. Tough Test Against Motu:
    Motu, a former unbeaten fighter with a record of 20-1, came forward throughout the fight, showing resilience and determination against the slick Londoner.
  3. Cut and Bloodshed Early On:
    Scotney suffered a nasty cut above her left eye from a first-round clash of heads, but her corner’s expert work ensured she remained focused and in control.
  4. Scotney’s Tactical Display:
    Utilizing quick feet and pinpoint accuracy, Scotney landed clean combinations to the head and body, steadily breaking down Motu and maintaining control as the fight progressed.

Fight Breakdown

  • Round 1: Scotney started strong with a sharp left hook and body jab, but a clash of heads left her bleeding from above the left eye.
  • Mid Rounds: Motu pushed forward with aggression, landing a notable combination in round four. Scotney responded with superior footwork and clean counters, particularly in the fifth.
  • Late Rounds: Scotney adapted, mixing head and body shots and moving expertly out of range. Her composed performance ensured a decisive victory by the final bell.

Post-Fight Reactions

  • Ellie Scotney:”I’m not too happy with my performance. I feel like I hurt her at times, but she was a tough fighter.”
  • Shane McGuigan (Trainer): Guided Scotney through the fight tactically, showcasing his skill in calming the fighter and managing the cut.
  • Mea Motu: Despite the loss, she displayed heart and determination, gaining respect as a formidable challenger.

Undercard Highlights

  • Dalton Smith’s Dominance:
    In the main event, Sheffield welterweight Dalton Smith defended his European title with a spectacular first-round TKO of Walid Ouizza, flooring the Frenchman twice.

Scotney’s Path to Stardom

While Scotney’s achievements are undeniable, she remains third on the card billing, highlighting the ongoing challenge of elevating women’s boxing in Britain. With promoters Matchroom backing her, Scotney has ambitions to unify the super-bantamweight division before moving up to featherweight to challenge for titles against names like Skye Nicolson.

Promoters are confident that unifying the division by beating WBA champion Nazarena Romero and WBC titleholder Yamileth Mercado will cement her legacy and raise her profile. Scotney herself has a clear focus on the future:

“I want to be undisputed, but people have to be willing to fight, and people have to be willing to pay. I’m also looking at featherweight and Skye Nicolson.”

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