George Liddard Stops Kieron Conway by TKO in the 10th Round and Claims British and Commonwealth Titles

The historic York Hall in Bethnal Green was once again the scene of high drama as Kieron Conway and George Liddard squared off for the British and Commonwealth middleweight titles. What unfolded wasn’t just a boxing match—it was a high-stakes collision of experience vs. ambition, control vs. pressure, and legacy vs. rise.

It was a clash built on contrasts, and in ten compelling rounds, it was Liddard’s youth, hunger, and tactical poise that carried the night.

Conway, the reigning double champion, entered the ring with a battle-worn résumé, technical polish, and years of experience. He had weathered wars before and stood as a reliable name on the British scene.

But George Liddard, undefeated at 12–0 with 7 KOs, was a different kind of challenger: raw, confident, and ready to announce himself on the big stage.

The stakes were immense. Both the British and Commonwealth titles were on the line. Also, for Conway it was a chance to cement his domestic reign. And for Liddard, it was an opportunity to prove his legitimacy.

The betting lines reflected the tension. Liddard was a slight favorite at –130, while Conway held at even money—a statistical coin toss. Even in the pressers, the heat was real. Conway dismissed Liddard’s credentials and promised to expose the “hype.” Liddard, quiet but assured, believed his moment had arrived.

Both fighters had made weight with ease: Conway at 159.7 lbs, Liddard at 159.4 lbs. Neither fighter flinched during the face-off; the tension was thick, but the focus was sharper. This was more than a title defense. It was a turning point.

The fight opened in cagey fashion, with Liddard using a stiff jab and patient pressure. Conway, typically composed, sought angles and counter-punching opportunities. But as each round ticked by, it was Liddard dictating the pace.

He cut the ring effectively, mixed shots to head and body, and slowly began neutralizing Conway’s movement. The champion was active but reactive. The challenger looked in control.

By the middle rounds, Conway was forced to adapt. He began letting his hands go more frequently in Round 8, landing arguably his best shots of the fight. Conway appeared to have injured his left hand, and then, over-compensating with his right, he may have also tweaked his right shoulder.

From that point on, Conway’s output dropped, especially with the left. He fought gamely, but his balance was off, and Liddard’s sharp combinations and relentless tempo chipped away at what resistance remained.

Then came the breakthrough. In the ninth, Liddard landed a clean, snapping shot to the body that momentarily dropped Conway to the canvas.

Round 10 began with Conway clearly depleted. He was absorbing clean shots, and his left hand appeared unusable. After a barrage from Liddard left him unable to defend himself, Conway’s corner threw in the towel at 2:11 of the round.

Liddard made a statement with this victory. In just his 13th pro fight, he captured two major domestic titles and did so by dominating an experienced champion. He demonstrated ring IQ, composure, timing, and finishing instincts beyond his years.

“People said I wasn’t ready—tonight I proved I belong. And this is just the beginning,” Liddard said post-fight.

Conway’s night was undone by more than tactics. His injuries severely compromised his offensive strategy. Still, he showed grit and heart under duress.

This defeat, while painful, doesn’t end his career. At 29, Conway remains a skilled and experienced contender who can bounce back.

In a night packed with tension, the young challenger overcame the old guard. What was billed as a fairly even clash turned into a decisive, clinical victory for George Liddard, who leaves York Hall as the new British and Commonwealth middleweight champion. In boxing, momentum is everything. And right now, George Liddard is moving fast.

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