Briton Hennessy in talks for undisputed world title fight
Francesca Hennessy is in talks to fight undisputed bantamweight world champion Dina Thorslund in the United Kingdom later this year, BBC Sport understands.
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"I can confirm we have made Dina Thorslund an offer that we believe represents the highest payday of her career to come to the UK and face Francesca Hennessy."
— Ben Shalom , Executive
"They [Boxxer] know what gets the fight done if they are really interested in doing the fight and not just using Dina's name for clout."
— Lee Eaton , Executive
Key People
Ben Shalom is a boxing promoter associated with Lauren Price.
Dina Thorslund is the undisputed bantamweight world champion from Denmark.
Francesca Hennessy is an unbeaten bantamweight boxer and daughter of promoter Mick Hennessy.
Lee Eaton is the manager of Dina Thorslund.
Mick Hennessy is a boxing promoter and the father of Francesca Hennessy.
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Francesca Hennessy is in talks to fight undisputed bantamweight world champion Dina Thorslund in the United Kingdom later this year, BBC Sport understands.
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