Reported by Suprovat Sydney: 14 May 2025 Rising star Mounir Fathi delivered a stunning third-round knockout of seasoned veteran Wade Ryan at the Hordern Pavilion on Wednesday night, marking a defining moment in his burgeoning career.
The junior middleweight bout showcased the 30-year-old Fathi’s explosive power and precision as he extended his record to 9-1 (9 KOs). Despite Ryan’s reputation and experience — including praise from world title contender Tim Tszyu, who once described him as one of his toughest assignments — the 35-year-old was clearly outpaced and outpunched.
Fathi began aggressively, finding early success by targeting the body and rattling Ryan with a sharp right hand. The intensity only grew in the third round, as Fathi relentlessly pressured his opponent, setting up a decisive right hand with a clean lead. The blow sent Ryan to a knee, where he remained for the full count, resulting in a third-round TKO.
In celebration, Fathi wowed the crowd with two backflips before turning his attention to the future — calling out fellow Australian contender Michael Zerafa.
Meanwhile, Ryan — now with a record of 22-13-1 (8 KOs) — hinted that this may have been the final chapter of his boxing career. He’s taking on the top fighter in Australia, fully prepared, focused, and ready to claim the belt
With this emphatic victory, Fathi not only reaffirmed his knockout prowess but also signaled his readiness to climb the super welterweight ranks in Australia and beyond.