1. Overview
Pat McCormack, born on June 8, 1995, is an English professional boxer who has achieved significant success in both his amateur and professional careers. Standing at 5.7 ft (1.73 m) and fighting in the Light welterweight and Welterweight divisions, McCormack is known for his orthodox stance. As an amateur, he earned a silver medal at the delayed 2020 Tokyo Olympics in the welterweight category, a gold medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games, and another gold at the 2019 European Games. He also secured a silver medal at the 2019 AIBA World Boxing Championships. After a highly decorated amateur run, McCormack transitioned to professional boxing, making his debut in March 2022 and quickly establishing an undefeated record.
2. Early Life and Introduction to Boxing
Pat McCormack was born on June 8, 1995, in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, England. He grew up alongside his twin brother, Luke McCormack, who also pursued a career in boxing. The brothers' shared passion for the sport led them both into the world of amateur and later professional boxing.
3. Amateur Career
McCormack had a distinguished amateur career, representing Great Britain and England in numerous international competitions and securing multiple medals.
He competed for Great Britain in the light welterweight category at the 2016 Rio Olympics. In his opening bout, he defeated Ablaikhan Zhussupov from Kazakhstan. However, he was eliminated in the round-of-16, losing via split decision to Cuban boxer Yasniel Toledo.
In 2015, McCormack won a silver medal at the European Amateur Boxing Championships in Samokov, Bulgaria, competing in the light welterweight division. He also secured a silver medal at the European Amateur Boxing Championships in Kharkiv, Ukraine, in the welterweight division. In 2018, he claimed a gold medal at the European Union Amateur Boxing Championships held in Valladolid, Spain, in the welterweight category.
3.1. 2018 Commonwealth Games
Representing England, McCormack achieved a gold medal in the welterweight division at the 2018 Commonwealth Games held in Gold Coast, Australia. He secured his victory by defeating Aidan Walsh of Northern Ireland in the final match.
3.2. 2019 European Games
A year later, McCormack continued his success by winning a gold medal in the welterweight division at the European Games in Minsk, Belarus. He won the final against Russia's Khariton Agrba by a unanimous decision.
3.3. 2019 World Championships
At the World Championships in Yekaterinburg, Russia, McCormack earned a silver medal. He reached the welterweight final but lost to Russian boxer Andrey Zamkovoy by a 4:0 decision. The fight was stopped in the second round due to a cut McCormack sustained following an accidental clash of heads.
3.4. 2020 Tokyo Olympics
In 2021, McCormack added another significant achievement to his amateur record by claiming a silver medal at the delayed 2020 Tokyo Olympics. He competed in the welterweight final, where he was defeated by the 2012 gold medallist, Roniel Iglesias from Cuba.
4. Professional Career
Pat McCormack transitioned from a highly successful amateur career to professional boxing, making his debut in 2022 and quickly building an impressive record.
4.1. Professional Debut
McCormack made his professional boxing debut on March 25, 2022, at the Newcastle Arena in Newcastle, England. He secured a victory by stopping his opponent, Justin Menzie, in the first round.
4.2. Promotional Agreements
In October 2022, McCormack signed a significant promotional contract with Matchroom Boxing, a prominent promotional company led by Eddie Hearn. This agreement marked a new phase in his professional career, aligning him with one of the most influential entities in boxing.
4.3. Notable Professional Fights
McCormack's first fight under the Matchroom banner took place on November 26, 2022, at Wembley Arena in London, England, where he defeated Christian Nicolas Andino on points.
Maintaining an undefeated record through his first five fights, he secured a unanimous decision win over Williams Andres Herrera in a 10-round contest on October 26, 2024, at the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester, England.
On February 15, 2025, at the same venue, McCormack faced Robbie Davies Jr.. He dominated the fight, knocking Davies Jr. to the canvas three times. The bout was ultimately halted by corner retirement at the end of the sixth round, marking a significant victory in McCormack's professional career.
5. Professional Boxing Record
| Number | Result | Record | Opponent | Type | Round, time | Date | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Win | 7-0 | Robbie Davies Jr | RTD | 6 (10) | 15 February 2025 | Co-op Live Arena, Manchester, England | |
| 6 | Win | 6-0 | Williams Andres Herrera | UD | 10 | 26 October 2024 | Co-op Live Arena, Manchester, England | |
| 5 | Win | 5-0 | Tony Dixon | RTD | 4 (10) | 1 July 2023 | Sheffield Arena, Newcastle, England | |
| 4 | Win | 4-0 | Dario Socci | TKO | 8 (8) | 18 March 2023 | Newcastle Arena, Newcastle, England | |
| 3 | Win | 3-0 | Christian Nicolas Andino | PTS | 6 | 26 November 2022 | Wembley Arena, London, England | |
| 2 | Win | 2-0 | Dimitri Trenel | TKO | 1 (6) | 30 July 2022 | Newcastle Arena, Newcastle, England | |
| 1 | Win | 1-0 | Justin Menzie | TKO | 1 (6) | 25 March 2022 | Newcastle Arena, Newcastle, England |
6. Personal Life
Pat McCormack shares a close bond with his twin brother, Luke McCormack, who is also a professional boxer. Their parallel careers in the sport have been a notable aspect of their personal and professional lives.
7. Legacy and Future Prospects
Pat McCormack has established himself as a prominent figure in British boxing, transitioning from a highly decorated amateur career to a promising professional path. His multiple international medals, including Olympic silver and Commonwealth and European Games golds, highlight his exceptional talent and dedication as an amateur. As a professional, his undefeated record and early stoppage victories, combined with his signing with Matchroom Boxing, position him as a significant prospect in the welterweight division. With a strong foundation and a clear trajectory, McCormack is expected to continue his ascent in the professional ranks, aiming for further titles and recognition in the sport.