Barry McGuigan-backed boxing EIS fund launches

Tom Eckett
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Boxing fans are being given the chance to invest in developing the next Anthony Joshua by way of a new Seed Advantage EIS fund.

Through the new scheme, investors will gain access to the Boxing Advantage Company (BAC), which is run by former world champion Barry McGuigan. The team, led by McGuigan, will sign young talented fighters via a management agreement and then train, mentor and promote the boxers, developing them into world-class talents. Young boxers will be promoted by McGuigan's Cyclone Promotions and trained by his son Shane, who has already led Carl Frampton and George Groves to world titles. EIS expected to attract record sums in 2017 Through investment in the Seed EIS fund, BAC will receive ...

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