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Nick Ball And Sam Goodman's Final Presser – ‘I Believe I Can Win'

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15 August 2025

The final press conference took place ahead of Nick Ball’s WBA Featherweight Title defense against undefeated challenger Sam Goodman on August 16.

Ball (20-1, 12 KOs) captured the belt on June 1, 2024, with a split-decision win over Raymond Ford and has since defended it successfully against Ronny Rios and TJ Doheny. Meanwhile, Goodman (20-0, 8 KOs) enters the bout unbeaten, with standout wins over Mark Schleibs, Thachtana Luangphon, and Cesar Vaca Espinoza in the past year. Goodman has said he will end Ball’s championship reign, as both fighters were confident of their chances.

Presser

"Not really thinking too much about him. He’s unbeaten, he’s hungry, he’s coming. But he’s not coming like me. It’s going to be an exciting night. I’ve just got to focus on myself and do what I do best. And if it is there, it’s good pressure isn’t it? Nick Ball wins yeah … and exciting," Ball

"Would I be here if I wasn’t confident? I’m here to win this fight and do a job on this guy – simple. He’ll have to figure out the puzzle for himself on fight night. I know I’ve got many avenues to victory. And I’ll exploit whatever one presents itself on fight night. There are many strings to my bow and I look forward to showing that. He’s been in with good guys. But like I said, I’m a different puzzle. I know he’s a tough fighter and this is a tough challenge for me. But it’s a challenge I’m up for, ready for and believe I can win," Goodman