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Undefeated Bermudian light-heavyweight Saundre "Dash" Simmons is set to step into the ring in Australia on Wednesday, putting his perfect professional record on the line in a high-stakes clash against Australian prospect Kirra Ruston.
The bout, taking place at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre in Broadbeach, Queensland, sees two unbeaten fighters collide for the vacant IBF Pan Pacific Light Heavyweight title on the undercard of the Nikita Tszyu vs Ben Mahoney bill.
Simmons (9-0) enters the contest carrying substantial momentum and punching power, having stopped every opponent he has faced since turning professional.
The Somerset-raised 29-year-old faces arguably the stiffest test of his career to date against Ruston, who also boasts a flawless 9-0 record and enjoys home advantage.
The fight marks Simmons' first competitive appearance in the Oceania region following successful outings across North America and Bermuda.
A victory on Wednesday would not only secure the regional IBF strap but also propel the Bermudian puncher into international contention within the light-heavyweight division.
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