Local boxing star Liam Wilson might train in Lawnton and dream of fighting at Redcliffe, but it’s in Caboolture where the world-ranked super featherweight has made his home.
As he prepares for his crucial 1 March rematch against Youssef Dib, Wilson’s presence has helped put Caboolture firmly on Australia’s boxing map.
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Local Hero Liam Wilson Making Waves
Living and raising his family in Caboolture while pursuing boxing glory, Wilson embodies the fighting spirit of Moreton Bay’s northern corridor. Ranked fourth by the WBO, his professional record of 14 wins (including eight knockouts) has turned national attention toward the region.
Wilson’s upcoming bout at South Bank Piazza carries significant implications for his world title aspirations. He came agonisingly close to claiming the WBO world super featherweight title against Emanuel Navarrete last year in the controversial ‘28-second robbery’—a referee decision that many believe cost him the title. Since then, Wilson has remained laser-focused on regaining his shot at the crown.
His previous stoppage victory against Dib showcased the power Caboolture’s champion is known for. The eighth-round stoppage victory proved Wilson belongs among boxing’s elite, though Dib promises a different outcome in their rematch.
The Showdown at the Piazza
The South Bank Piazza event features an impressive undercard, including rising stars Kirra Rushton, Jack Bowen, Floyd Masson, Paris Olympian Shannon Davey, and World Amateur Champion Cooper O’Connell. However, all eyes will be on Caboolture’s Wilson as he continues his quest for world championship glory.
“This time, I’ll make it even more decisive and prove there’s no question who’s the best,” Wilson states with confidence.
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A victory on 1 March could pave the way for an even bigger opportunity for Wilson. No Limit Boxing is exploring the possibility of bringing a world title fight to the region, potentially at Redcliffe’s Kayo Stadium. Such an event would be a landmark moment for sport in the Moreton Bay Region.
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Published 24-January-2025
