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Boxing: UFC Star Molly McCann Signs with Eddie Hearn's Matchroom
- On July 3, UFC star Molly McCann announced she signed a multi-fight deal with Matchroom Boxing, marking her transition from MMA to professional boxing.
- Following her March MMA retirement after a loss to Alexia Thainara, McCann’s prior boxing background and recent struggles set the stage for her switch.
- Hearn said `'she really is a boxer first'`, highlighting McCann's boxing pedigree, and McCann added `'The same fight, the same grit'` to underscore her dedication, with Hearn calling the signing `'massive'`.
- McCann is expected to debut later this year, with opponent and date pending, as Matchroom Boxing plans to promote her globally.
- Her transition underscores the rising trend of MMA veterans crossing into boxing amid growing fan demand and increasing crossover appeal.
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The Independent (US)Ex-UFC star Molly McCann announces surprise switch to boxing
McCann hung up the gloves following back-to-back defeats in the UFC
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Molly McCann announces shock third career as ex-UFC and Liverpool women's star signs deal - Daily Star
‘Meatball’ Molly McCann has announced she has signed a contract to begin a third career after retiring from MMA earlier this year, and she's set to travel around the globe
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