Matty Askin
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Matty Askin is an English cruiserweight boxer.
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In January 2009 he signed with promoter Ricky Hatton and has since taken his record to 11 wins without defeat.
During 2011 Sky Sports short listed Matty as a prospect to watch in 2011.
In March 2011 he won his first title as a professional by knocking out Neil Dawson in six rounds in Wigan. Matty is currently the undefeated Central Area Cruiserweight Champion.
Amateur career
Askin boxed for the Pool of Life Amateur Boxing Club and was crowned the 2008 Senior ABA champion at cruiserweight.Professional career
Matty turned professional in November 2008 after signing with promoter Steve Wood and defeated Paul Bonson at The Tower Ballroom in BlackpoolBlackpool
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In January 2009 he signed with promoter Ricky Hatton and has since taken his record to 11 wins without defeat.
During 2011 Sky Sports short listed Matty as a prospect to watch in 2011.
In March 2011 he won his first title as a professional by knocking out Neil Dawson in six rounds in Wigan. Matty is currently the undefeated Central Area Cruiserweight Champion.