Dennis McCann aims for best performance in upcoming match against Ionut Baluta

Posted : 16 August 2023

In anticipation of his upcoming match against Ionut Baluta at London's York Hall on Friday, Dennis McCann is determined to deliver his finest performance yet. McCann, who is 22 years old, exuded a playful demeanor during a news conference on Wednesday. He surprised Baluta with a Dennis the Menace cut-out and even celebrated the Lionesses' World Cup semi-final victory.

Confident in his abilities, the English fighter aspires to secure his third consecutive stoppage win. McCann stated, "You're going to witness the absolute best version of Dennis McCann, better than you've ever seen before."

A triumph in this bout would not only solidify 'The Menace's' remarkable undefeated record of 15 fights but also potentially extend his unbeaten streak. He proclaimed, "If it's not a knockout, it's going to be a complete dismantling of my opponent."

Baluta, hailing from Romania, poses the most formidable challenge in McCann's career to date. These super-bantamweight rivals share an intimate familiarity, having engaged in numerous rounds of sparring together. While Baluta boasts 16 victories and four losses in his career, his recent victory against the previously undefeated Andrew Cain underscores his competitive prowess.

McCann playfully referred to his 29-year-old opponent as a "grandad" in comparison, eliciting a humorous response. Baluta dismissed the notion that their sparring history would significantly influence the outcome of their upcoming match.

The victor of their clash will claim the WBO's Inter-Continental belt, signifying a significant achievement in their careers. McCann emphasized their extensive sparring experience, asserting that Baluta truly understands his capabilities on a deep level.

Having committed himself to boxing from a young age, McCann's dedication to the sport is unwavering. He left school at the age of ten to fully immerse himself in his boxing journey. McCann's earnest dedication is evident as he affirmed, "I've invested everything into this pursuit. There's no one in this room who puts in the level of training effort that I do."

At the conclusion of the news conference, McCann took a moment to congratulate England's women's team, who had just reached their first World Cup final. Expressing his support for the Lionesses, he exclaimed, "Big shout out to the Lionesses, it's coming home." The fighters then engaged in a friendly face-off, with Baluta even playfully posing alongside the Dennis the Menace cut-out.

Dennis McCann aims for best performance in upcoming match against Ionut Baluta

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