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From Forklifts to Fight Nights
Sam Eggington, the former boxing world champion, is set to face Abbas Baraou in a European light middleweight title fight.
Despite his impressive 34-8 record, Eggington's journey to the top was far from conventional.
A Surprising Start
In a candid interview, Eggington shared that he initially turned to boxing to make extra money while working as a forklift driver in a factory.
However, his career took an unexpected turn when he won the Midlands Area title and caught the attention of sponsors.
From Journeymen to Champion
Although Eggington started with the intention of being a journeyman, he quickly rose through the ranks to face renowned fighters like Paulie Malignaggi and Frankie Gavin.
His entertaining style and impressive victories earned him the IBO super-welterweight belt and back-to-back fight of the year titles.
Looking Ahead
As Eggington prepares for his title fight with Baraou, he remains focused and determined.
Despite speculation about retirement, the 30-year-old is adamant that he is still in his prime and ready to continue his successful career.
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