At Kickmas time – there’s no need to feel afraid… unless you are the opponent of world Champion Gary Hamilton ahead of his massive final defence of his featherweight title in Belfast tonight (December 17).

Hamilton came face to face with his granite hard Ukranian opponent Ewgenij Mytyay at yesterday’s weigh-in at Belfast City Hall and delivered a stern hands off my title message.

“It’s my final hurrah at featherweight, my big chance to give my fans something to celebrate for Christmas,” he said. “Ewgenij Mytyay comes here with a big punch and bigger reputation – but he’s going to make a long journey home disappointed.”

Hamilton tops a bill at the second annual Ulster Hall Kickmas Box. Joining him will be another world title holder Mohammad Samir defending his title plus a host of local stars including Lydia Braniff and Andrew Grimason battling for a host of European and British titles.

The event is promoted in association with Belfast City Council.

A limited number of tickets for the KICKmas BOX bill are still available on the ProKick Ticket hotline: 028 9065 1074. They cost £15-£25 or £40 for a family ticket (two adults, two children).

Fight Card may subject to change without prior notice