Feargal McCrory, an Irish boxer with a 17-1 record, has pledged a dynamic performance against former featherweight world champion Mark Magsayo during his debut with Zuffa Boxing. The event, designated as 'Zuffa Boxing 05', is scheduled for Sunday, April 5, 2026, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. McCrory's bout serves as the co-main event, positioned just before the headline match between Andres Cortes and Eridson Garcia.
McCrory has framed this engagement as a pivotal moment in a "new era of boxing," emphasizing his eagerness to compete on a significant platform. He indicated a willingness to face any opponent presented by Zuffa Boxing, provided he successfully navigates his initial challenge. This debut marks McCrory's return to the ring after a year-long hiatus.
Magsayo's Transition and Zuffa's Expanding Reach
Mark Magsayo, a former World Boxing Council (WBC) featherweight champion, is also slated to make his first appearance under the Zuffa Boxing banner. This fight signifies Magsayo's transition into the lightweight division, a move that led to his relinquishing of the WBC Continental Americas super featherweight belt. Magsayo's signing with Zuffa Boxing, an entity affiliated with the UFC, was confirmed earlier this month. His promotional deal with Zuffa was announced on March 16, 2026.
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The Zuffa Boxing 05 card features Andres Cortes (24-0, 13 KOs) facing Eridson Garcia (23-1, 14 KOs) in the main event, a 10-round lightweight contest. While classified as lightweight bouts, both the main and co-main events could potentially influence opportunities in the 130-pound title picture.
Event Details and Broader Context
The full fight card for Zuffa Boxing 05 includes several preliminary and undercard bouts, such as Azat Hovhannisyan vs. Eduardo Baez, and Alexis De La Cerda vs. Ervin Fuller III. The event is scheduled to be broadcast live on Sky Sports starting at 11 pm Sunday, following the Caroline Dubois vs. Terri Harper match, and also on Paramount+.
Zuffa Boxing's presence in the sport is marked by a series of recent events and signings, including the debut of Joseph Parker who easily outclassed Eric Molina. Dana White, associated with Zuffa Boxing, has commented on the evolving legal landscape surrounding boxing promotions.
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