Skye Nicolson vs Mariah Turner and More News
Australia’s top female fighter Skye Nicolson returns to action against fellow Aussie Mariah Turner in defense of the interim WBC super bantamweight title on Wednesday.
It’s also one step closer to the undisputed crown held by England’s Ellie Scotney.
The super athletic Nicolson (15-1, 3 Kos) seeks to use those assets against Turner (12-1) on Wednesday April 29, at the Melbourne Pavilion in Flemington. DAZN will stream the Matchroom Boxing card.
Nicolson needs a victory to hold her place in line.
“I feel really good at 122 pounds. I’m in position for undisputed,” said Nicolson about possibly facing Scotney next should she defeat Turner. “I love the challenge and to be in this position.”
After losing to Tiara Brown at 126 pounds, the speedy Aussie southpaw dropped down to 122 pounds to contend for the super bantam titles. In three contests Nicolson has proven that the drop in weight is not a problem for her. It might even be an asset.
Nicolson had cruised against most featherweight opposition until she met America’s Brown who forced the battle to be fought in close where the Aussie’s speed and length were neutralized. Brown won by split-decision in Australia back on March 22, 2025.
Clinching tactics can only take you so far.
Blessed with speed, agility and power, Nicolson has made the adjustments and is eager to face England’s Scotney in the near future. But first, she most defeat Turner.
“It’s a big step up in competition for her. I definitely don’t think she is a mark,” Nicolson told Combat Down Under. “I take this fight very seriously.”
Turner, 31, who fights out of Brisbane, did not have the extensive amateur career that Nicolson possesses, but she has defeated all but one foe. She also knows Nicolson is top notch.
“She is an incredible boxer. She is very smart and calculating,” Turner said of her foe. “I thought maybe one day I would fight Skye Nicolson. Now it is here.”
For Turner, this fight puts her on the world stage. For Nicolson, this puts her one step away from challenging for the undisputed super bantamweight crown.
“It seems surreal to actually be here,” Turner said. “She is only human so here we go. This is a lifetime opportunity.”
Nicolson seeks to show Australia her skills.
“I take this fight very seriously. I truly believe I can get a stoppage,” said Nicolson. “I want to show I can do it all.”
More Fight News
Australia
Sophia Asfour (2-0) knocked out Manjot Rattu (8-4) in the first round on Friday, April 24. The super lightweight fight took place in Yagoona.
Erini Ramirez (5-3-2) and Nicila Costello (5-6-2) fought to a draw after eight rounds on Friday, April 24. The super bantam fight took place in Flemington.
On Wednesday, April 29, super bantams Skye Nicolson (15-1) and Mariah Turner (12-1) meet 10 rounds for the interim WBC title at Flemington. Also, super welters Chloe Chaos (7-2-1) and Arlene Blencowe (5-6) meet eight.
Botswana
On Friday, May 1, super bantams Nomusa Ngema (8-1) and Revai Madondo (8-5-1) meet six rounds at Gaborone. Also, super flies Dorcus Thabologo (1-1) and Sonelo Mbombo (3-0) meet four.
Canada
Bonnie Hunter (7-7) beat Yulia Puchenia (0-2) after four rounds on Saturday, April 25. The lightweight fight was held in Whitby.
Chile
Aldana Lopez (15-0) defeated Brenda Alarcon (19-8-3) by unanimous decision after 10 rounds on Saturday, April 25. The atomweight fight was held in Santiago.
Marylyn Ortega (1-0) knocked out Mariela Cama (0-3) in the third round on Friday, April 24. The bantamweight fight took place in Santiago.
Colombia
Stephanie Calderon (3-1) knocked out Sasthy Ramirez (4-8) in the third round on Wednesday, April 22. The featherweight fight took place in Melgar.
Georgia
On Saturday, May 2, flyweights Teona Pirosmanashvili (6-7-1) and Ugilshod Davlatova (0-0) meet six rounds at Tbilisi.
Germany
Chanell Reinhardt (1-0-1) and Ester Konecna (7-36-3) fought to a draw after four rounds on Saturday, April 25. The heavyweight fight was held in Augsburg.
On Friday, May 1, bantams Phannarai Netisri (18-0) and Lena Venjacob (7-1) meet 10 rounds for a regional title at St. Pauli.
Japan
Mitsuki Kitamura (1-0) beat Miona Okamoto (0-1-1) after four rounds on Saturday, April 25. The flyweight fight was held in Sakai.
Kenya
On Friday, May 1, feathers Stacy Odindo (0-1) and Lydia Natale (0-2) meet four rounds at Nakuru.
On Saturday, May 2, feathers Leila Yazidu (6-3-1) and Stacy Odindo (0-1) meet six rounds at Nairobi.
Mauritius
On Sunday, May 3, welters Brigette Mbabi (4-0) and Sandra Almeida (7-4-2) meet eight rounds at Quatre Bornes. Also, super middles Jorbelle Malewu (4-0) and Agness Mtimaukanena (5-4-1) meet eight.
New Zealand
On Saturday, May 2, super lightweights Sheilla Yama (6-0) and Haini Mulataiaili (6-0) meet 10 rounds at Auckland. Also, super flies Mia Evans (0-0) and Goli Bali (2-0) meet four.
Thailand
On Saturday, May 2, featherweights Laura Akram (4-0) and Pimlapat Roikaew (4-0) meet eight rounds at Bangkok.
Uganda
On Saturday, May 2, super feathers Salimat Tibesigwa (11-4) and Sophia Hamisi (2-4-2) meet eight rounds at Kampala. Also, middleweights Gannat Refaat (0-1) and Martha Akinyi (0-5) meet four.
United Kingdom
Lilyella Seaman (5-0) defeated Zoe Smith (5-4) after eight rounds on Saturday, April 25. The welterweight fight took place in London, Also, bantam Julia Lee (5-0) beat Antonella Molina (4-31-2) after eight.
Olivia Holmes (2-0) won by points over Linzi Buczynskyj (5-12) after six rounds on Saturday, April 25. The super feather fight took place in Liverpool.
Alisha Lewis (1-4) beat Mae Astbury (3-1) after six rounds on Saturday, April 25. The featherweight fight took place in Stone-on-Trent.
On Saturday, May 2, super flyweights Shannon Ryan (10-1) and Nicola Hopewell (8-1) meet 10 rounds for regional titles at Wolverhampton. Also, feathers Tia May Ayton (5-0) and Stevi Levy (15-4) meet eight.
On Saturday, May 2, feathers Billy Jarmolinski (3-0) and Alisha Lewis (1-4) meet six rounds at Rotherham.
USA
Shera Mae Patricio (9-0) defeated Tania Walters (7-5) after eight rounds on Saturday, April 25. The bantamweight fight took place in Baltimore, Maryland.
Miya Yoshida (19-5) won by technical knockout after six rounds versus Edith De Jesus (7-24) on Saturday, April 25. The bantamweight fight took place in Haverhill, Mass.
Amber Summers (9-0) beat Maribel Ramirez (15-15-4) by decision after eight rounds on Saturday, April 25. The super fly fight took place in Rochester, New York.
Alejandra Rojas (6-3-3) defeated Chelsey Anderson (8-1-1) by split decision after eight rounds on Friday, April 24. The rematch took place in Long Beach, Calif.
Venezuela
On Thursday, April 30, light flies Yoshandri Rondon (12-0-2) and Alexa Espinoza (1-0-2) meet six rounds at Caribia.
