Ellis Trowbridge advanced to the bantamweight quarter-finals at the Commonwealth Games with a decisive 4-0 victory over Sri Lanka’s Rukmal Prasanna on Monday. The 24-year-old southpaw, son of former three-weight world champion Duke McKenzie, secured the win despite one judge from Morocco controversially scoring the bout as a draw.

Trowbridge credited his experience and technical skill for the outcome, noting that his ability to navigate the ring and utilize his southpaw style was a key factor against an opponent who had previously competed at the World Championships. “My experience got me through that bout. I showed my southpaw finesse, my southpaw skill. He’s been to the world championships, so knows how to get around the ring — but I was too clever,” he said.

Looking ahead, Trowbridge is set to face Ghana’s Amadu Mohammed in the quarter-finals, with a place in the medal matches at stake. Speaking about his aspirations, Trowbridge emphasized the importance of each victory as part of a broader journey toward establishing his own reputation in the sport. “Every win is a stepping stone towards greatness,” he remarked.

Despite the pressure that comes with being the son of a celebrated boxing figure, Trowbridge expressed confidence in carving out a distinct path. “I’m on my own journey, creating my own legacy. If anything, it gives me a confidence boost because I know the pedigree I come from is so high,” he added.

The Commonwealth Games boxing competition continues to offer a platform for emerging talents like Trowbridge to prove themselves on an international stage. His upcoming match against Mohammed will be closely watched by those following England’s boxing prospects.