Plant City, Florida - On short notice and with the odds stacked against him, Stanley Wright delivered a career-changing performance, outpointing previously unbeaten prospect Jeremiah Milton in a  10-round contest at the ProBox TV Events Center in Plant City, Florida. Wright’s unanimous decision with scores of 97-92 (twice) and 96-93, improved his record to 14-0 (11 KOs) and handing Milton the first loss of his professional career.

Wright, dubbed “The Black Shogun,” took the fight on just eight days’ notice after two of Milton’s previous opponents withdrew. Despite the short preparation time and a weight disadvantage—tipping the scales at 280.5 pounds, 36 pounds heavier than Milton—Wright started strong and set the tone early.

In the opening round, Wright dropped Milton with a crisp right hand, sending shockwaves through the ProBox audience. This knockdown put Milton on the defensive for much of the fight, as he hesitated to engage and looked for counterpunching opportunities that rarely materialized.

Milton, who hadn’t fought since August 2023, appeared tentative and passive following the knockdown. Wright, on the other hand, fought strategically, using his size to lean on Milton and employing a punch-and-grab approach. This tactic, though not flashy, effectively neutralized Milton’s offensive rhythm.

By the middle rounds, Wright began to tire visibly, gasping for air between rounds and showing signs of fatigue. However, Milton failed to capitalize on his opponent’s exhaustion. Rather than press the action or target the body to slow Wright further, Milton remained overly cautious, throwing limited punches and allowing Wright to steal rounds with occasional bursts of clean, eye-catching shots.

The fight highlighted Milton’s inability to adapt under pressure. His corner repeatedly urged him to use his jab and increase his punch output, but the 30-year-old Tulsa native seemed stuck in sparring partner mode—a critique commentators also noted during the broadcast. Milton landed sporadic uppercuts and had brief moments of success, but his passivity ultimately cost him the fight.

Wright’s win is even more remarkable considering the circumstances. Having taken the fight on a whim, the Charlotte, North Carolina, native showed tremendous resilience. Despite his visible fatigue, he stuck to his game plan, leaned on his experience, and made the most of Milton’s hesitancy to dictate the pace.

“This was the biggest win of my career,” Wright said post-fight. “I knew I had to make the most of this opportunity, even on short notice.”

For Milton, now 11-1 (7 KOs), this loss is a significant setback. Having been touted as a rising prospect, his tentative performance raises questions about his ability to compete at higher levels. He will need to reassess his approach, increase his aggression, and demonstrate more consistency if he hopes to regain momentum.

As for Wright, his victory opens new doors. Now 14-0 (11 KOs), he has proven that he can rise to the occasion. With this performance, Wright could be looking at more significant opportunities in the division, especially if he takes the time to prepare thoroughly for future fights.