The Moate man returns to the ring after an impressive knockout last time out.
Westmeath fighter Joe Ward says he's setting his sights on the world's top ten light heavyweight boxers if he progresses past his next opponent in the right fashion.
The decorated amateur is building a formidable professional record of 11 victories and one defeat.
The man from Moate will fight the experienced Polish boxer Robert Talarek at the National Boxing Arena on October 18th.
Laois' Cian Reddy will feature on the undercard for his second pro bout.
Ward says he's ready for big time boxing:
Tickets for the fight-card can be found here.
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