Nico Ali Walsh, the grandson of Muhammad Ali, is a 'perfect sort of athlete' who has been primed for his pro debut by Tyson Fury's trainer, says promoter Bob Arum. Ali Walsh, who is the son of Robert Walsh and Rasheda Ali Walsh, Muhammad Ali's daughter, has signed a multi-fight deal with Top Rank and will have his first professional fight on August 14. Image: Tyson Fury's head trainer Sugarhill Steward is working with Ali Walsh"She [Rasheda] has two sons, both of whom were football players," Arum told Sky Sports. Ali Walsh is currently combining his promising boxing career with university studies, having targeted a bachelor's degree in business next spring. With charisma and well-schooled boxing skills, Arum believes Ali Walsh has the qualities needed to carry the family name back into the media spotlight.

Source: Sky sports July 03, 2021 06:00 UTC