There’s no doubt Josh Padley is aware he’s being tipped as Mark Chamberlain’s replacement for Portsmouth’s unbeaten side, but the little-known 28-year-old’s career is Electrician, did not attend the Wembley edition opener because of canon feed.

Under the watchful eyes of Chamberlain’s so-called “biggest fan” Turki Alsheikh and a handful of increasingly shocked punters, the pocket rocket was busy hurtling upwards from all sides, setting off a shocking victory.

Not only is he fighting for future titles and respect, but this career-best success puts Padley in boxing news The British lightweight rankings moved from ninth to third.

Now sitting behind Maxi Hughes and Sam Knox, either man’s next move could be an official inclusion in the super lightweight division, despite the fight taking place at 140. Such is the complexity of non-championship matters as it relates to long-term planning.

Regardless, Padley’s pleas to “get in touch” to any interested promoters are now sure to be answered with the big-show paydays they deserve.

Padley was not popular with many ahead of his season debut in Riyadh, moving up to weight with ease and using precise tactics throughout 10 rounds to distract, disorient and disorient for long stretches of the contest Chamberlain. The Armthorpe man even joked beforehand that he was boxing in a smaller venue than the one where his pre-fight press conference was held.

After taking Chamberlain off in the eighth round and benefiting from a point deduction bonus in the ninth, Josh has won unanimously and has now established himself as a credible player at 140, 135 and even 130.