Reina Tellez returns from Amanda Serrano on MVP Birmingham show

San Antonio featherweight contender Reina Tellez will face Coventry’s Jessica Barry on August 29 in Birmingham, England.

Their bout has been added to the big MVP bill at bp pulse LIVE in Birmingham that is topped by the intriguing headliner between Mikaela Mayer and Chantelle Cameron

Tellez is 13-1-1 (5 KOs) while Barry’s record is 10-1 (2 KOs) and it represents Tellez’ first outing since her decision defeat to Amanda Serrano in January.

“On August 29, I'll step into that ring with one purpose, to show the world that I’m an elite fighter,” said Tellez. “I respect Jessica Barry for accepting the challenge, but when that bell rings, respect gives way to determination. I'm coming to represent the USA with pride, fight with heart, and leave everything in the ring. Because I have plenty of time to get ready for this fight, I’ll be on another level. Expect fireworks, expect me to be at my best, I’m coming with everything I got.”

Barry said: “I turned down three title fights to be on this card, and this opportunity is going to open every door I have been knocking on. MVP are leading the way for female boxing and Sky Sports is the platform in the UK. It is now down to me to give a five-star performance.”

Also added to the bill, Tysie Gallagher, 10-2, from Luton, England, will box a six-rounder at junior featherweight against Swansea’s 3-4 Ashleigh Johnson.