British light-heavyweight Zak Chelli has agreed to several fights with Zuffa Boxing following his knockout victory over David Morrell. The London boxer’s first opponent and debut date have yet to be announced. Chelli, who also works as a supply teacher, is set to have his bouts shown on Sky Sports again. He previously won English, British and Commonwealth titles at super middleweight.
Zak Chelli, a British light-heavyweight boxer from Fulham in London, has signed a multi-fight agreement with boxing promoter Zuffa Boxing. His bouts will again be shown on Sky Sports. The company has not yet named the date or opponent for his first appearance under the deal.[1], [2]
The 28-year-old said he welcomed the opportunity and wanted to make fights that supporters wished to see. Chelli also works as a supply teacher at a secondary school in Surrey.[1]
Chelli joins after defeating David Morrell by knockout in May. He accepted that contest with two weeks’ notice and recovered from an early deficit. Zuffa’s account said he hurt Morrell in the ninth round, then ended the bout with a right hand with 36 seconds remaining in round ten.[1]
Chelli began his professional career at super middleweight in 2017. He collected English, British and Commonwealth titles before moving to light heavyweight last year, winning the English title in his first fight in the division. His new contract places him on Zuffa’s light-heavyweight roster after that change of weight and the victory over Morrell.[1]
