Matchroom’s Monaco cards have a reputation. They look spectacular, they photograph well, but they can drift into “showpiece first, boxing second.” Not this year. Monte Carlo Showdown VI was the first Monaco bill in a long time that felt like it had real substance behind the scenery. Strong matchmaking, genuine jeopardy, and results that actually matter heading into 2026.
Since the entire card delivered, here’s the full CMBoxing breakdown: what happened, why it mattered, and how these results reshape the landscape.
Masoud Takes the European Title – and Takes Charge of His Future
Shabaz Masoud defeating Peter McGrail by unanimous decision wasn’t just a win. It was a statement of maturity.
McGrail boxed beautifully early on, using the angles, footwork and schooling he’s known for. But Masoud didn’t fall for the tempo. He kept the guard tight, refused to overreact, and gradually took ownership of the middle rounds. When McGrail’s rhythm broke, Masoud stepped in and stayed in control right through the championship rounds.
By the end, the scorecards told the right story. Masoud didn’t need drama. He needed clarity. And he produced it.
This is the kind of European title victory that can kick-start a real ascent. A move towards world-level opposition is not unrealistic in 2026.
For McGrail, the defeat doesn’t end anything, but it exposes gaps that can no longer be glossed over. He has time, but he needs redirection.
Elif Nur Turhan Stops Ferreira – A Result That Changes the Division
Beatriz Ferreira being stopped in the fifth round by Elif Nur Turhan is one of those results that genuinely shakes a weight class.
Ferreira entered Monaco as a heavy favourite. A world champion with elite pedigree and momentum behind her. What she faced instead was a challenger who refused to respect the script.
Turhan boxed with purpose from the first minute. She disrupted Ferreira’s rhythm, landed clean, meaningful shots, and didn’t let the champion settle. When she hurt Ferreira, she didn’t smother her work or rush the finish. She stayed composed and picked the right moment. The stoppage at 1:08 in round five was decisive and deserved.
This was not a fluke. It was a fighter rising to the moment.
Turhan now becomes a figure of real interest. Ferreira, meanwhile, has a major career question to answer. Does she rebuild quietly, or does she chase an immediate route back to the top?
Monaco rarely creates shockwaves. This did.
Johnny Fisher Reboots His Heavyweight Push
Johnny Fisher needed a fresh start after his setback earlier in the year, and stopping Ivan Baláž in four rounds gives him exactly that.
There was more discipline in this performance. Less smothering, more structure. Fisher used the jab well, worked behind his feet, and applied pressure without losing shape. The finish in round four felt earned rather than forced.
This is how heavyweights rebuild correctly. A bad loss is only fatal if you act like it never happened. Fisher showed adjustments, and that’s what matters.
He’s not ready for the very top of the domestic division just yet, but he’s firmly back in the conversation. A big domestic fight in the first half of 2026 would be logical.
Conah Walker Knocks Out Pat McCormack – The Upset That Turns a Career on Its Head
Deep into round twelve, with most predicting a McCormack decision victory, Conah Walker produced the punch that rewrote the night.
Walker stopping McCormack at 2:16 of the final round is more than an upset. It’s a career-altering result.
McCormack entered as the rising star. Skilled, heavily touted, undefeated, viewed by many as a future world-level operator. But Walker didn’t buy into the hype. He boxed with grit, patience and belief, and as the rounds went on, he started landing the heavier, more authoritative shots.
The finish was clean, ruthless and perfectly timed. It is the type of victory that changes perceptions instantly.
Walker now positions himself for meaningful fights in 2026. McCormack must regroup, not just physically but mentally. The first career loss is always the hardest to process.
Sean McComb Silences the Local Crowd
Hugo Micallef’s homecoming was supposed to be a moment for the local fans to enjoy. Sean McComb had other ideas.
The stoppage in round eight was clinical. McComb applied smart pressure, didn’t let Micallef build confidence, and picked him apart steadily. Once he sensed the fight turning, he didn’t give Micallef any escape route.
It is the kind of result that propels one fighter forward and forces the other into reflection.
A Strong Card from Top to Bottom
What made this Monaco card different from previous years was simple: every fight had purpose.
- A European title with real quality.
- A major upset in women’s boxing with long-term implications.
- A heavyweight rebuilding fight handled properly.
- A late-round knockout that shakes up the domestic welterweight scene.
- A local prospect tested and halted.
There was no filler. No easy touches. No “glamour fights” where nothing was at stake.
This was arguably Matchroom’s best Monaco show to date.
What These Results Mean Heading Into 2026
A few fighters now enter the new year with fresh momentum:
- Masoud becomes a serious threat at European level and beyond.
- Turhan vaults herself into world-title relevance.
- Fisher stabilises his heavyweight rebuild and sets himself up for a meaningful 2026.
- Walker becomes a genuine player domestically after a career-best win.
- McComb earns a win that will open doors.
And on the other side:
- McGrail, Ferreira and Micallef face difficult but crucial rebuilds.
- The hype around certain names will cool.
- The path ahead for others becomes much clearer.
Monaco rarely delivers clarity. This year, it did.
Final Word
For once, Monaco wasn’t style over substance. It gave us meaningful fights, unexpected results, and storylines that will carry deep into next year. If Matchroom holds this standard, Monaco might finally become more than a glamorous showcase — it could become a night where real careers turn.
Your Turn — What Did You See In Monaco?
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