Winston Hill is gearing up for a significant title bout tonight on the Gold Coast, as he prepares to face Sydney’s “Golden Boy,” Ben Mahony, for the vacant IBF Pan Pacific Super Welterweight Championship. This match holds profound personal significance for Hill, who will be representing Fiji in his professional boxing career for the very first time.
The Rotuman-born Fijian fighter expresses excitement about being able to showcase his heritage on foreign soil. He sees this opportunity not just as a match but as a historic and emotional milestone. Hill is proud of his roots and the chance to carry the pride of his people into the ring. In his words, “My first time fighting as a professional out of Fiji, so being able to represent my people, my country, and our Noble Banner Blue, oh man, I’m just excited to be here. Two big Polynesian names in the boxing scene… This is a win already in my books.”
Training at BoxFit HQ in Suva, Hill emphasizes the honor it is to represent both Fiji and the brands that have supported him. He aims to savor every moment of this experience, appreciating the encouragement he has received from his family and supporters. “As I said in the press conference yesterday, at the end of all of this, I’m walking away with my cup full. I’ve got my family here with me, we’re going to have a blast experiencing the Gold Coast, and meeting and networking with some very important people in the boxing business,” he shares.
Tonight’s matchup against Mahony promises to be a thrilling contest filled with intensity and pace, offering Hill a chance to enhance his reputation on the international boxing stage. As he enters the ring, Hill not only fights for a title but also for the pride of his nation and the spirit of his community. This sentiment adds a hopeful and inspirational dimension to the event, reminding us of the power of sports to unite and uplift.