Returning to Her Roots: Molly McCann Signs with Boxing Promoter Eddie Hearn

molly mccann teams up with eddie hearn: a return home

Molly McCann, a former UFC favorite, has decided it's time she revisits her first love—boxing. Teaming up with Eddie Hearn from Matchroom Boxing, she's ready and eager. McCann, who's made waves as an LGBTQ athlete, has a bold goal: she wants a boxing title in just "eight fights." It's a thrilling chapter as she steps back inside those ropes.

a passion rekindled: molly mccann and boxing

On a recent episode on "Small Talk," McCann couldn't hold back her excitement about boxing again. "This was always my dream," she confessed earnestly. "I started out in boxing. My weight class didn't make it in time when boxing hit Olympic spotlight, so MMA it was. It's been amazing—MMA's given me a life that boxing couldn't back then, but my heart's always been in that ring."

At 35, she's making a daring leap back after retiring from MMA just a few months ago. Her last fight had her facing Alexia Thainara at a UFC event in London. Known affectionately as "Meathball," her MMA journey was nothing short than impressive. Highlights include snaggeding a Cage Warriors Women's Flyweight title with a fierce TKO against Bryony Tyrell in 2018, setting her up perfectly her UFC debut in Liverpool.

molly mccann's stamp on ufc and british combat sports

McCann's UFC journey was marked by a record-breaking number fight bonuses in in her division, but her influence in British combat sports? That's something else entirely. Now, with her eyes on boxing, Eddie Hearn can barely contain his excitement about what's ahead. "She's been a huge star in UFC, not just in Britain but globally. We're thrilled she's made this choice. We're ready. She's ready. Some massive nights are ahead," he said, full or promise.

Hearn's been a keen follower's MMA career, and he's stoked about this new boxing path. "Watching her fight cageside in UFC—wow, there's an energy and atmosphere with her that you can't ignore. She's an incredible person, and now she's back with gloves on? I can't wait," he added, clearly energized by McCann's return.

molly mccann: back where it began

McCann's got a solid history with boxing. Before she jumped fully in MMA, she's already making noise as an amateur boxer. Back in 2009, she won an Amateur Boxing Association featherweight title right at home, showing her natural talent early on. That boxing background set her up beautifully her stellar MMA run, and now she's eager ignite that old spark in boxing.

chasing greatness in women's boxing

Unbothered by her time away from boxing, this Liverpool lass plans on shaking things up in women's boxing. "I can't wait show what I've got in boxing," McCann said. "People might think I'll just rush in and throw punches. Sure, I'm bringing power, but it's smart power."

McCann means business about being top-tier. "I want a genuine title, not something fake. Boxing deserves respect, and I'm here earn my place," she declared confidently.

leaving a legacy: past triumphs and future dreams

Looking back at her MMA days, McCann's proud her role in breaking stereotypes and carving out significant brand identities within sport. Now, she's got her sights set on doing same in women's boxing, just as it hits a critical moment. "Women's boxing's at tipping point. It's a pivotal time," she reflected.

When will we see her first boxing bout? What about her weight class? Those details? Still under wraps. But if you're a fan or just curious, you're probably on edge, waiting eagerly her big return.

Keep an eye out updates on Molly McCann's thrilling adventure back in boxing and catch more stories that inspire from LGBTQ sports realm.