'King' Callum Walsh scores stunning first round knockout win

03/17/2025 12:22 AM

Callum Walsh has been a sensation throughout his early career in boxing and added another sensational knockout to his record on Sunday night.

Early into his life in the ring, the 24-year-old has displayed some devastating power in his hands. Having debuted in 2021, the rising star has managed to finish 11 of his 13 opponents, leaving his knockout percentage at a staggering 85%—thanks to his win on March 16.

In a fight he was expected to win, Callum Walsh delivered. From the opening bell, Walsh was visibly levels above his opponent Dean Sutherland, and it didn't take long for him to find the finishing touch.

Walsh piled on the pressure with just seconds left on the clock, eventually forcing Sutherland to crack. Despite landing an arsenal of shots leading up to the finish, it was a short right hook that brought an end to the night deep into the first round.

Another statement win for the prospect sees him extend his record to a perfect 13-0.

Check out Callum Walsh's devastating stoppage of Dean Sutherland below.

FIRST ROUND FINISH FOR @KINGCALLUMWALSH 💥#WalshSutherlandpic.twitter.com/jfMIIqC5DB

— UFC (@ufc) March 17, 2025

Related: Dana White reveals huge plans for TKO boxing promotion

During his meteoric rise to the limelight, nobody has taken a bigger interest in the Irishman than Dana White. The UFC CEO has taken Walsh under his wing and believes the young star is destined for the top.

The Cork native is slowly becoming a household name for combat sports fans and could soon see an astronomical change to his career.

The sport of boxing could be about to change forever, and Callum Walsh could be at the forefront of that.

Dana White and Turki Alalshikh have partnered to found TKO Boxing; a new boxing promotion which promises a change for the sweet science.

Any new organization would be in desperate need of stars, and one name White will undoubtedly be looking toward is the surging Callum Walsh.