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25th, Sep 2020
Kingsbridge Kick Start MMA Athlete's Bid To Be Future World Champion
Undefeated Pro Mixed Martial Arts fighter Paul Hughes from Lavey in County Derry has just agreed a new sponsorship deal with Kingsbridge Private Hospital ahead of his Cage Warriors 116 fight against Scotsman Aidan Stephen in Manchester’s BEC Arena this weekend.
The 23-year-old who will fight at featherweight for the first time for Europe’s leading and longest-running pro MMA promotion, Cage Warriors has been getting the five-star treatment at Kingsbridge Private Hospital’s Sports Clinic in Belfast when he called by recently for his pre-fight ‘one stop shop’ health check. He said:
“A healthy body is a healthy mind and making sure I’m at the top of my game both physically and mentally is really important to me,” says Paul. “The guys at Kingsbridge have been great and their facilities and clinical expertise are second to none. They have been so supportive and organised my medicals including bloods and MRI scans.
“I’ve overcome some major challenges over the last few years with my hand injuries so to have such a reputable healthcare partner backing me is so encouraging and gives me real peace of mind. I know I just have to lift the phone and the guys will help me if I ever need it”.
Anthony McKenna, Business Development Manager at Kingsbridge Private Hospitals said:
“We are delighted to have Paul on board as one of our Kingsbridge Athletes and wish him all the best this weekend for his fight. At 23 years of age he is a remarkable young sportsman, is extremely disciplined, focused and has made great strides in his career.
“Having made his professional debut at on 19 years old, Paul now has a record of 5-0 all coming by way of finish. With several finishes already going viral, he has a huge future in professional MMA ahead of him.
“The World Title is within his grasp and I’ve no doubt he’ll bring home the Championship belt,” concludes Anthony.
You can watch the Cage Warriors 116 fight live this weekend on UFC Fight Pass from 7.30pm and for a sneak preview of some behind the scenes footage of Paul preparing for the fight go to his Facebook Page.
For further information please contact Joanne McNeill, Joanne@mcneillcomms.com, +447808 568582
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