Edwards looks for a title chance in 2026

Edwards prepares for the fight with Engel Gomez. Pic: BCB Promotions

JAMIE Edwards, the Sky Blue scrapper with scorching power, is looking to drop down to lightweight in search of titles.

At 9st 10lbs, he was within touching distance of the weight for last Saturday’s headliner on BCB’s show at the Eastside Rooms, Birmingham – Jamie’s first six rounder.

And he signed-off a successful 2025 with 59-55 victory over squat, strong and experienced Engel Gomez, a rugged Nicaraguan who has tested very good men, including Gully Powar who is soon to fight for the British title.

Edwards, a product of Coventry’s famous Triumph Club, can look back with satisfaction on a year that has seen him overcome the frustration of injuries, collect four wins and emerge as a prospect. “It’s been a great year,” he said.

 The 27-year-old, with six paid bouts under his belt (one draw), has laid the foundations for an even better 2026.

Leamington trainer Derek Fitzpatrick first alerted me to Edwards and he’s correct: the fighter ticks a lot of boxers, although yet to prove himself in a 50-50 or even 60-40 battle.

Edwards has an all-action style, punches with venom and has a very solid fan base. He flogged around 80 tickets for the Eastside Rooms, which is no mean feat for a show so close to Christmas. “I’m really appreciative that the fans came out,” he said.

Next year should tell us a lot more about what Edwards can achieve.

“Onward and upward,” he said. “2026 will be bigger and better. “I do believe I can take it all the way, but we’re taking it step by step. I believe I can make a big noise in the game. We’ve spoken about looking for a (Midlands) title shot next year, I think I’m a couple of fights off. If something comes up, we’ll take it.”

Completing six rounds is another step on the journey to belts. Of his latest win, Edwards said: “I performed well, he’s a tough old opponent, I paced it well. I’d trained hard for six rounds, felt fit and got the win. He was short, aggressive and strong and I felt his strength a couple of times.”

Edwards has emerged at an exciting time for pro boxing in Coventry, with a raft of young talent on the scene.

What those fighters need is a show in their own city: if Edwards can sell 80 tickets for a Birmingham bill only days before Christmas, imagine how many would watch him perform in Coventry.

“I know a show in Coventry is something Errol (BCB boss Errol Johnson) is looking at,” Edwards added.

Jamie has the power – he’s always had the power. Next year should bring a little bit of the glory.