Boxing Match Preview: Ryan Garner (17-0-0, (8 KOs) vs. Reece Bellotti (20-5-0, 15 KOs)

Live from the Bournemouth International Centre, undefeated Southampton native Ryan “The Piranha” Garner defends his European super featherweight title against rejuvenated veteran Reece “Bomber” Bellotti, who brings the British and Commonwealth belts to the ring. This 12-round domestic clash headlines Queensberry Promotions’ “Pier Pressure” card and airs live on DAZN.

Tale of the Tape

Attribute	Ryan Garner	Reece Bellotti
Age	27	34
Height	5′6″	5′7″
Reach	70″	N/A
Record	17-0-0 (8 KOs)	20-5-0 (15 KOs)
Stance	Orthodox	Orthodox
Titles Held	European (EBU)	British & Commonwealth
Last Fight	UD vs. Salvador Jimenez	TKO vs. Michael Gomez Jr

Ryan Garner – The Slick Technician

Strengths:

Elite footwork and punch placement

High-volume combinations from all angles

Excellent stamina and ring IQ

Recent Form:

Shutout win over Salvador Jimenez (March 2025)

UD wins over Archie Sharp and Liam Dillon

Style Notes:

Aggressive counter-puncher with defensive finesse

Feeds off crowd energy and thrives under pressure

Garner’s performance against Jimenez was a career-best, showcasing his ability to dominate over 12 rounds with relentless accuracy and movement. He’s unbeaten and entering his prime, with aspirations of world title contention in 2026.

Reece Bellotti – The Resurgent Power Puncher

Strengths:

Heavy hands with 75% KO rate

Improved defense and shot selection

Experience against world-level opposition

Recent Form:

6-fight win streak since 2022

TKO wins over Michael Gomez Jr and Aqib Fiaz

UD win over Liam Dillon for British title

Style Notes:

Applies pressure with looping rights and body shots

More measured and defensively aware than earlier in career

Bellotti’s move to super featherweight has revitalized his career. Once seen as a one-dimensional slugger, he now blends aggression with tactical movement, making him a dangerous and well-rounded threat.

Key Matchup Dynamics

Speed vs. Power: Garner’s footwork and angles vs. Bellotti’s KO threat

Youth vs. Experience: Garner’s momentum vs. Bellotti’s battle-tested grit

Home Advantage: Garner thrives in Bournemouth; Bellotti must silence the crowd