Tellez vs. Barry Added to MVP UK vs. USA Card Featuring Three Title Unifications

Reina Tellez (13-1-1) meets Jessica Barry (10-1) in a featherweight bout on the August 29 MVPW-06 card in Birmingham, England.

Reina Tellez (13-1-1, 5 KOs) will face Jessica Barry (10-1, 2 KOs) in a featherweight contest added to the MVPW-06: UK vs. USA event on August 29. The card, which takes place in Birmingham, England, features a main event championship unification between WBO junior-middleweight titleholder Chantelle Cameron and WBA/WBC champion Mikaela Mayer. This high-stakes international competition will be broadcast live on ESPN+ in the United States, showcasing a series of bouts pitting British athletes against American opponents.

Tellez, a former world title challenger and Team USA veteran, enters this match following a distance loss to Amanda Serrano. Her opponent, Barry, is an English champion who reportedly declined three separate title fight offers to secure a position on this specific card. The event also features a co-main event where WBC and WBO lightweight champion Caroline Dubois defends her status against Amelia Moore. Additionally, the August 29 lineup includes a matchup between Terri Harper and Miranda Reyes, alongside a super-bantamweight clash featuring Britain’s Tysie Gallagher (10-2) against Ashleigh Johnson (3-4).

Tellez and Barry Exchange Perspectives

Following the announcement, Tellez emphasized her preparation time, stating that having plenty of time to get ready will put her on another level for the featherweight bout. She described her objective as demonstrating her status as an elite fighter while representing the USA. Tellez noted that while she respects Barry for taking the fight, that respect will be replaced by determination once the opening bell rings. She promised to leave everything in the ring during the Birmingham showcase.

Jessica Barry characterized the opportunity as a pivotal moment for her career, suggesting the fight will open doors she has previously been knocking on. Her decision to bypass three title opportunities underscores the perceived value of the MVPW-06 platform. Most Valuable Promotions co-founders Nakisa Bidarian and Jake Paul described both athletes as perfect fits for a card comprised of champions and elite contenders.

Championship Unification and Undercard Details

The main event serves as a critical junction for the junior-middleweight division as Cameron and Mayer look to consolidate the WBO, WBA, and WBC belts. This triple-title unification anchors the broader UK vs. USA theme established by the promotional team. Caroline Dubois brings her dual lightweight titles into the ring against Moore, further bolstering the championship pedigree of the August 29 event.

In the super-bantamweight division, Tysie Gallagher looks to improve her 10-2 record against Ashleigh Johnson. Johnson enters the contest with a 3-4 professional standing. Every bout added to the lineup follows the promotional strategy of matching top-tier talent from the United Kingdom against established American fighters. The inclusion of Tellez, coming off her performance against Serrano, adds a veteran presence to the featherweight portion of the broadcast.