British super-bantamweight contender Liam Davies has vowed to make a powerful statement in his upcoming fight, declaring he will secure a knockout victory following intensive training sessions with boxing legend Joe Cordina.
Elite Preparation with a Champion
The 29-year-old from Telford is set for a crucial bout against Zak Miller in Manchester on January 24, featuring on the undercard of Moses Itauma vs Jermain Franklin. Determined to bounce back decisively after his first career defeat to Shabaz Masoud in November last year, Davies has sought world-class preparation.
He enlisted the help of former super-featherweight world champion Joe Cordina, 34, travelling twice to spar with the Welsh icon. "It's great experience," Davies told Mirror Fighting. "He's a great fighter. I am grateful for the rounds he gave me... You are not going to get much better than that are you? Two-time world champion."
A Five-Word Pledge for Manchester
Davies, who returned to winning ways against Kurt Walker in May, is adamant he will not let his fight with Miller go the distance. He has issued a clear, five-word pledge for his Manchester return: "I will have a knockout."
"I am coming in to knock him out. I ain't coming for points," Davies explained. "Points do not get anyone excited... Points will not be doing me any favours. So, I am going to break him down and take him out and will be the first man to do it. What a statement that will be."
Eyes on a Telford Homecoming
Looking beyond the Miller fight, Davies has outlined his ambitions for the year. While a world title shot remains the ultimate goal, he has a compelling contingency plan focused on his local supporters.
He aims to secure a European title fight and stage a major Telford homecoming event. "The best thing for me would be a European and do a Telford homecoming where it has been a few years," Davies said. "I was selling a thousand odd tickets... It would be good for the people of Telford. It would be the best scenario."
Davies concluded by stating his readiness to face any champion or accept a voluntary defence when the opportunity arises, signalling his intent to climb back into the division's elite.
