Brandon Moore Faces Undefeated Stanley Wright in Title Showdown!

Verona, NY, USA - Brandon Moore is stepping into the ring this Friday for a highly anticipated matchup against Stanley Wright at the Turning Stone Resort & Casino in Verona, New York. This bout will mark Moore’s first defense of his IBF USBA heavyweight title, and it comes at an exciting time for boxing fans, coinciding with the International Boxing Hall of Fame weekend.

Moore, who hails from Lakeland, Florida, has come a long way since his days as a collegiate basketball player. After playing for Southeastern University and Cardinal Stritch University while earning his degree in accounting and finance, he made the leap into professional boxing at age 29. He first entered the ring in February 2020, and he has not looked back since, currently holding a professional record of 17 wins and only 1 loss, with 10 of those victories coming by knockout. Notably, Moore’s only setback occurred against Richard Torrez Jr. in May 2024, but he hasn’t let that derail his momentum. Since signing with Salita Promotions, he is riding a three-fight win streak, which includes two stoppages and a disqualification win against Skylar Lacy on February 2. According to Ring Magazine, Moore is ready to embrace the challenge posed by Wright, who remains undefeated with a record of 14-0, including 11 KOs.

Strong Foundations and Ambitions

What’s more impressive is Moore’s towering presence at 6’6″, which complements his boxer-puncher style. Having gained weight during his stint as an accountant at Deloitte, he turned to boxing in 2018 after some encouragement at the Winter Haven Boxing gym. His journey embodies the true spirit of a fighter, bringing a wealth of athletic experience to the ring. His family background is equally inspiring—his younger brother, Shaq Moore, represents the U.S. National Soccer Team and plays for FC Dallas, highlighting an impressive lineage of athleticism.

Top Rank recently recognized Moore’s potential, signing him to a multi-year promotional agreement. Top Rank Chairman Bob Arum expressed his confidence in Moore’s ascension within the heavyweight ranks, stating that he believes the division is ripe for new talent. Moore, feeling blessed for this opportunity, remains focused on making a significant impact and setting his sights on world championship aspirations, as detailed in a piece from Heavyweight Boxing.

A Night to Remember

This fight is part of the „Hall of Fame Fight Night,“ which will be broadcast live worldwide on DAZN. The weekend is filled with anticipation, as boxing icons will be celebrated with inductees like Manny Pacquiao, whose induction ceremony is sure to draw attention. As part of the festivities, various events will take place, including a Banquet of Champions on June 7 and the parade on June 8.

Diving into the fight night card, fans can also look forward to seeing other featured fighters, such as Franchón Crews-Dezurn defending her WBC and WBA Unified Super Middleweight titles, as well as promising prospects like Joseph Hicks Jr., Da’Velle Smith, and Joshua James Pagan. As Fight News Unlimited reports, the excitement around the heavyweight division is palpable, and Moore is eager to take part in this electrifying atmosphere.

As the countdown continues to Friday’s showdown, Moore is well aware of the stakes. He is not just defending a title; he is showcasing his hard-earned journey and aspirations that have taken him from the basketball court to the boxing ring. With Wright waiting on the opposite side, fans are in for a thrilling evening that promises to shape the heavyweight landscape.