Marbella black-tie boxing gala brings Commonwealth title fight to the Costa del Sol

Marbella is getting ready for a glamorous night of championship boxing, fine dining and late-night entertainment when New Era Boxing brings its Black Tie Boxing Gala to the Hard Rock Hotel Marbella on Saturday, November 7.

For anyone looking for something a little glitzy next weekend, this event covers it all. A mix of professional sport, business networking, charity fundraising and Marbella nightlife, with a Commonwealth championship belt on the line.

Gibraltar champion Tyrone Buttigieg defends his title

The headline bout sees unbeaten Gibraltar fighter Tyrone “El Bombero” Buttigieg defend his Commonwealth super-bantamweight title against Tanzania’s Hassan Ndonga.

Buttigieg enters the contest with a 13-0 record, while Ndonga is listed with 14 wins, four defeats and one draw, with seven knockouts, according to BoxRec and the promoter. The Tanzanian challenger also has seven knockouts to his name and is reported to have previously held the national title in Tanzania in the same weight category.

Buttigieg has warned that he expects a difficult night after his split-decision title victory in March. Speaking to YGTV, he described Ndonga as strong and said he hopes to produce a better performance when he puts the belt on the line in Marbella.

Professional boxing meets a Marbella gala night

New Era Boxing, headed by British promoter Antony Neilson, is bringing you an evening that is more than a conventional boxing show.

Guests can not only enjoy professional boxing, but also get a full evening of gala dining, entertainment, business networking and a charity auction and raffle. Prizes announced so far include high-end helicopter experiences and jewellery, while promotional material also mentions luxury hotel stays and spa experiences.

All proceeds from the charity auction and raffle will be presented to the chosen children’s charity. The beneficiary charity is being chosen by the public via New Era Boxing’s social-media channels. A late-night after-party will also take you dancing into the early hours.

More fighters take to the ring

The announced supporting card will also feature several unbeaten fighters, giving guests plenty to watch before the main event.

Algeciras fighter Grizzly Ortiz, 3-0, faces Britain’s Deepak Pathak, who has a 1-6 record.

Swedish unbeaten fighter Agit Bilge, 7-0, takes on Venezuela’s Melbyn Hernandez, who has 10 wins, 21 defeats and two draws.

Britain’s Jordan Sherriff, 2-0, meets Nicaragua’s experienced Robin Zamora, 22-57, while Czech fighter Robert Toman, 8-0, faces Venezuela’s Keine Montenegro, 18-8.

Two further contests featuring Britain’s Freddy Warren and Sweden’s Patricia Berghult are listed by the promoter, although their opponents are still to be confirmed.

How to attend the Black Tie Boxing Gala

Tickets are available in three main categories. Standard admission costs €85 and provides access to the boxing. Food and drinks are not included, and smart clothing is required. Guests must wear at least a collared shirt or blouse with trousers or a skirt. Jeans and sportswear are not permitted.

VIP tickets cost €249 and include the gala experience, dinner and drinks. Black-tie dress is requested, with ladies encouraged to dress formally.

VVIP tickets cost €399 and add pre-event meet-and-greet opportunities, networking access and entry to the official after-party.

VIP doors are due to open at 6pm, with general admission from 7pm. The main event is scheduled to run until approximately 11.30pm, before the VVIP after-party continues into the early hours.

Tickets and further information are available directly from New Era Boxing’s official ticket page. The organiser can also be contacted on +34 634 959 183 for information about tickets, tables and VIP arrangements.

A new night out for Costa del Sol residents

Hard Rock Hotel Marbella in Nueva Andalucia is the perfect setting for what organisers hope will become a regular boxing and business event on the Costa del Sol.

With Saturday, November 7 now just days away, anyone planning to attend should crack on and book as availability is limited.