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Billion Dollar Baby Hennessy Fights Former Champion Bytyqi

11/28/2025

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Fran Hennessy, nicknamed the "Billion Dollar Baby," will fight former world champion Fabiana Bytyqi on Saturday.
The bout is part of a BBC boxing event that marks the broadcaster's return to primetime after 20 years.
Hennessy turned professional at 18 and remains unbeaten.
She grew up in Sevenoaks, Kent, where she faced dyslexia and weight challenges.
Her father, Mick Hennessy, is a prominent boxing promoter who has supported her journey.

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Story summary

Fran Hennessy, nicknamed the "Billion Dollar Baby," will fight former world champion Fabiana Bytyqi on Saturday.
The bout is part of a BBC boxing event that marks the broadcaster's return to primetime after 20 years.
Hennessy turned professional at 18 and remains unbeaten.
She grew up in Sevenoaks, Kent, where she faced dyslexia and weight challenges.
Her father, Mick Hennessy, is a prominent boxing promoter who has supported her journey.