Hedges Honors Late Trainer Hatton at Weigh-In
"Pat knows what's going on; he knows my history, and this isn't new to me. I'm fortunate to be here, but this is familiar territory."
Hedges enters the bout with an undefeated record in 12 professional matches. He will face Brown, who has secured victory in all six of his fights by knockout, for the vacant British and Commonwealth cruiserweight championships.
The Saturday contest was initially scheduled for Planet Ice in Altrincham. However, ticket demand necessitated a move to the larger Co-op Live arena.
Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn projected an attendance of approximately 5,000 for the event earlier this week.
Brown, a representative for Team GB at the 2024 Olympics, commands a growing following in his hometown, evidenced by the "Oh, Patrick the Bomber" chants directed at him, referencing his nickname.
While he appeared composed during earlier media events, Brown was intensely focused after both fighters registered 14st 3lb (90kg) on the scales.
"This is my calling," Brown stated.
"From the age of seven, when my father introduced me to the gym, this has been my destiny."
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