At the tender age of 19, Abdullah Mason is rewriting the narrative of what it means to be a young professional boxer. With a record of 11-0 and an impressive 9 knockouts, Mason has seamlessly transitioned into the world of grown men, showcasing his prowess and earning a paycheck in the process.

In just over two years as a pro, Mason has not only honed his skills in the ring but has also managed to capture the attention and admiration of fans and pundits alike. So, let’s take a closer look at Shakur Stevenson‘s best bet among the young talents in boxing right now. Is he really the upcoming great?

Abdullah Mason: His Age, Career, and Boxing Record

The 19-year-old amateur sensation Abdullah Mason, hailing from Cleveland, officially stepped into the professional boxing arena by signing a contract with Top Rank. The young lightweight prodigy made his pro debut on November 5, 2021, as part of the Mikaela Mayer-Maiva Hamadouche undercard at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. He even won that bout via 2nd round knockout.

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Mason, regarded by many as the brightest talent in the American amateur system, inked the deal while being managed by James Prince and co-promoted by Antonio Leonard Promotions. He had concluded his amateur career with 65 wins in a total of 80 fights. In his professional career, he has won 11 fights and 9 of them were by knockouts and boasts zero losses. Even Shakur Stevenson pitched in and said, “I think Abdullah Mason is the best young prospect in boxing. A lot of people can’t beat him. I think in the future, he’s gonna be hard to deal with for everybody.”

Abdullah Mason’s journey in the boxing world is not a solitary one; rather, it’s a family affair. Trained by his father and coach, Valiant Mason, Abdullah shares the training space with his brothers—Amir Mason (4-1, 3 KOs), Adel Mason (1-0, 1 KO), Abdurrahman Mason (1-0, 1 KO), and the soon-to-be-pro Ibrahim Mason. This tight-knit support system not only fosters a sense of unity but also instills a focused mindset. Currently, he is getting ready for his upcoming matchup in a couple of days.

The upcoming fight of Mason

Over the last two years, Abdullah Mason’s prowess in the ring has garnered admiration and respect from none other than Timothy Bradley Jr., the Hall-of-Famer and former unified, multi-division champion who serves as a ringside commentator for Top Rank. Bradley took notice of Mason’s skills during his bout against Jose Cardenas of Laredo, Texas at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, on November 16.

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In the eyes of the seasoned commentator, Mason’s performance became a subject of assessment and praise. Now, Mason will be taking another fight against Benjamin Gurman in the Teofimo Lopez vs. Jamaine Ortiz undercard. As per the odds, Mason might win that bout against his opponent who has eight wins and three draws with zero losses.

Now, the prospect will showcase his skills yet again, and the fans cannot wish for anything more. What are your thoughts about Abdullah Mason? Are you hyped for his future? Tell us in the comments section.

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