Broadcast history will be shown when Christina Buncher and World Champion Michaela Meyer form the first-ever female boxing broadcast team, WBO featherweight superhero Puncher and Mayer will comment on Joshua Franco against Andrew Molony Bell, appearing from 3 a.m. the next day. Sunday is live on Sky Sports, which also shows the pro debut of Nico Ali Walsh, Muhammad Ali’s grandson. The Franco vs Moloney international broadcast, promoted by Top Rank, will be available to millions of fighting fans in more than 150 countries. Buncher joined Toprank as host and reporter in 2010, then made her commentary debut in 2013. “It feels special to be a part of this historic night,” she told Sky Sports. “It’s not often in life, at all, that someone has a chance to make history, and that’s something I don’t take for granted. I hope more women can have opportunities in these roles as we move forward. Christina Poncher” It was a huge step forward for women in sport when she transitioned into the lead role playing in 2019. “Now here is another opportunity to break barriers as Michaela joins the broadcast as Associate Commentator/Analyst, something that has never been done before.” more women to get opportunities in these roles as we go forward.” Photo: Unbeaten World Champion Michaela Mayer is one of the biggest stars in women’s boxing, having secured the WBO belt last year with a dominant points win over Ewa Prudnica, and has since Then she defended the title with another unilateral decision against former world double welterweight champion Erica Farias.” Michaela is a perfect fit because not only does she have the in-ring credentials of being an Olympic champion and world champion, Buncher said she is excellent in front of the camera in interviews and has a great personality. And a passion for sports . “It has been a pleasure getting to know her and covering her career since she became a professional, so there really is a great relationship between us both on and off-camera. I am excited to comment on @NicoAliX74’s fight this weekend in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Not expecting to see Muhammad Ali – I’m expecting to see NIKO. Let him be his fighter himself. trboxing #boxing – Mikaela Mayer (@MikaelaMayer1) August 12, 2021 “Although this is her first time in fights, I am sure she will excel and already knows she is well prepared.” I speak On behalf of all of us when I say we are grateful and ready for the opportunity that Top Rank has given us.”
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