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McCann says she had lots of lucrative offers from different promotions but opted for Matchroom because this is a “pivotal moment” in women’s boxing.<\/p>\n
During her time in the UFC, McCann won seven of her 14 bouts with her highlights including two spinning elbow knockouts in 2022.<\/p>\n
She exited the sport having won six of her bouts by knockout and claiming three performance-of-the-night bonuses, the most in UFC flyweight history.<\/p>\n
Matchroom’s promotor Hearn says he “truly believes” McCann “will be a world champion” in boxing.<\/p>\n
“What’s important to know, she really is a boxer first. You see a lot of fighters try switch from UFC to boxing because they’ve already built their brand but they’re not actually elite at the discipline,” said Hearn.<\/p>\n
“It used to be a lot easier to win a world title in women’s boxing, now it’s a lot harder. We’re talking about Molly starting around the bantamweight level, there’s some really good fighters there.<\/p>\n
“She’s not a novice, because she has amateur pedigree. The most important thing is to stay active.”<\/p>\n
A date and opponent for McCann’s first fight under Matchroom is yet to be announced.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n