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Fran Hennessy reveals her Tyson Fury promoting dad didn't want her to box
- Fran Hennessy will headline Boxxer’s Copperbox Arena show after injuries to the original main eventers reshaped the card.
- The 21-year-old is set to fight undefeated Brit Ellie Bouttell for the vacant WBC Silver bantamweight title on BBC2.
- Fran’s promotion pedigree runs in the family, with her father Mick Hennessy previously promoting Tyson Fury.
- Mick Hennessy initially did not want Fran in boxing, citing the sport's hardships before relenting to support her.
- Fran stated she trusts her father’s guidance and relies on his knowledge of the sport.
- Her team includes trainer Bradley Skeete, providing seasoned support behind her ascent.
- Fran plans to pursue the WBC Silver bantamweight title as her first major milestone this year.
- The event is part of Boxxer’s national broadcasting push, with BBC2 coverage.
- The boxing card includes other notable fights and a calendar of upcoming world-title bouts.
- Mick Hennessy used to promote Tyson Fury, signaling a strong boxing lineage behind Fran.
- The boxing schedule lists upcoming fights in January, February, and March, signaling a busy period for the sport.
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