Dalton Smith Vs Jon Fernandez

Sheffield will see ace Smith take on Fernandez for the European title at 140lbs at Utilita Arena Sheffield on Saturday 28th September 2024.

Smith (16-0 12 KOs) can add another belt to his collection in his fourth headline fight in his Steel City backyard. Last time out, the 27 year old underlined his World title credentials with by landing a sickening fight round body shot to knock out former World title challenger Jose Zepeda. ‘Thunder’ continues to tread the traditional route of collecting all the belts, and can add the Euro strap to the English, British and Commonwealth crowns by beating Fernandez (26-2 22 KOs), the Spaniard who is unbeaten in his last three fights since teaming up with star trainer Ismael Salas.

"The English, British and Commonwealth are all on my mantelpiece, so this fight is about completing the domestic collection before moving on to World titles," said Smith. "Azim chose to vacate the European Title rather than face me, but Jon Fernandez is game to fight anyone. He hits very hard and put on a really strong performance against Rivera who is a class operator.

"I don’t underestimate him, but the best Dalton Smith beats him in spectacular fashion and that’s what I’ll be looking to do, making it three show reel stoppages in a row. After this it’s all about securing that World Title shot as I feel ready."

"I am very happy that the fight has finally been announced," said Fernandez. "It's definitely a great opportunity for my career that I plan to take advantage of. I will prepare for this fight in Las Vegas like the last three fights with Ismael Salas. We know it will be a tough fight, a war, so we will prepare for it. I hope to make all the fans enjoy the fight."