TOWIE star Joey Essex wins debut fight with Misfits Boxing: fight details.

According to The Sun: Joey Essex kicked off his boxing career in Misfits with an impressive and emotional victory over Portuguese influencer Numeiro.

The star of the show "Only Way Is Essex" stepped into the ring for the first time at the Misfits 22 event in Manchester.

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Essex secured the victory despite the referee counting against him in the fourth and final round.

He was coached by his uncle Tony Sims, who has trained legends like Conor Benn and Anthony Joshua. Joey started the fight with intense attacks, actively utilizing jabs and right punches, but Numeiro was not backing down.

The second round proved to be a real battle as both boxers exchanged powerful blows. In the third round, Essex delivered a decisive strike that forced the referee to start the count.

After that, Joey tried to finish the fight and unexpectedly landed a right hand again, but Numeiro stubbornly stayed on his feet. In the final round, another right hand from Numeiro forced Essex to retreat, and the referee counted again.

Victory and Emotions

Both boxers could hardly raise their hands at the end of the fight as the judges tallied the scores. One judge declared a draw, while two favored Joey Essex.

Essex collapsed onto the canvas in joy when his victory was announced.

Joey Essex's debut in the world of professional boxing was an important step not only for him but also for boxing fans. His journey from influencer to boxer can inspire many. Despite the challenges he faced during the fight, he showed resilience and a desire to win. This demonstrates that even in an entirely new role, one can achieve success with the support of a good coach and strong motivation.