Bob Arum’s Top Rank and MTK Global have agreed to multi-fight promotional deal for former unified bantamweight world champion, Ryan Burnett (19-1, 9 KOs).
Burnett thus becomes the newest boxer on the stables of Top Rank and is set to make his ring return on May 17 against Jelbirt Gomera in a 12-round championship contest for the vacant WBC International super bantamweight title in his hometown of Belfast, Northern Ireland.
“It is a dream come true to sign with Top Rank,” Burnett said. “I’ve spent years learning and perfecting my craft, becoming world champion and then unified world champion. On May 17, I begin my quest to become world champion again. Teaming up with the biggest players in the game in Top Rank, ESPN and MTK Global will only strengthen my drive and determination to achieve this.
“With these guys behind me, there’s only one way ahead for me, and that’s straight to the top.”
“We’re proud and excited to be part of another huge deal involving Top Rank and ESPN, and this is something Ryan deserves, As the boxing world already knows, Ryan has a special night upcoming when he headlines an MTKFightNight in his home city of Belfast, live on ESPN+ on May 17. It’s great the partnership won’t stop there. As someone who’s already unified a division, we believe we’re talking about an elite fighter, and elite fighters should fight on elite platforms. This agreement ensures that happens, and once again, MTK Global are delighted.” Expressed Jamie Conlan, Professional Development Manager, MTK Global Said in an interview with Top Rank Press