On August 29, Dragonfire Promotions returns to the Metro City Night Club with Thunderdome 51, a night stacked with action-packed fights.
In the main event, “Lethal” Joel Lewis looks to extend his winning streak to three when he faces rival Fano Kori in a highly anticipated grudge match.
Earlier on the card, all eyes will be on undefeated rising star Sam Rennie, who makes his return to the ring following his WBC Silver Australasian Super Featherweight title victory in May. Rennie will face experienced campaigner George Lumoly, who makes his Australian debut.
For Rennie, the chance to get back inside the ropes after his career-defining win is nothing short of motivating.
“I feel great, I’ve been motivated ever since I won that last bout,” Rennie said. “I don’t want to fast-track myself too much. I’m still young and developing as a fighter. Each camp is a lesson, and every fight is its own puzzle to solve.”
That victory over Asyer Alumin was historic—making Rennie the first boxer from the Isle of Man to ever capture a regional title.
“It still feels surreal,” he admitted. “To be the first champion from the Isle of Man is almost hard to believe. I love representing my homeland and making my family and friends proud. My brother Mathew is doing it in the UK, I’m doing it in Australia—we’re both chasing the next level.”
Recognition has quickly followed Rennie’s success. The 23-year-old recently entered the Australian super featherweight rankings at No. 15—an achievement he doesn’t take lightly.
“Being ranked in Australia is honestly insane. The talent here is incredible—guys like George Kambosos, Liam Paro, and the Maloney twins are showing the world what Australian boxing is all about. To be recognized here is a huge honor, and I just want to keep climbing the ladder.”
But standing in Rennie’s way is the battle-tested George Lumoly, who brings with him years of experience and 28 professional bouts.
Rennie, however, is unfazed.
“We’ve watched him a few times—he’s experienced, but if he comes forward, he’ll be missing all night. If he lets me come forward, it could be a short night. I’m sitting down on my punches more, I feel the power, and I’m excited to show it. There’s nothing he brings that I don’t have an answer for. I don’t think my style is one you can prepare for, so it’ll be a tough night for him.”
Despite his rapid rise, Rennie remains grounded. He insists on taking his career step by step, with an eye on capturing a Western Australia title before the year ends.
“I just want to stay as busy as I can. I’m only 23 and still serving my apprenticeship. We’re stepping up slowly but surely. If I can finish the year with another belt—maybe the Western Australia title—that would be awesome.”
From being the Isle of Man’s first regional champion to entering Australia’s rankings, Sam Rennie’s journey is only beginning. And at Thunderdome 51, he’s determined to prove that his evolution inside the ring is far from complete.
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