Reading’s Reuben Muston Wins Professional Debut in London

Reuben Muston, a boxer from Reading, won his professional boxing debut against Jake Pollard on October 3, 2026, at Harrow Leisure Centre in London.

Muston had been told by doctors that he would never fight again after his illness. About the meaning of his victory, Muston said: “When I win, it’s not just me, it’s everyone.”

Following his debut victory, Muston is 1-0 as a professional boxer. Approximately 200 friends and relatives attended the debut. Muston secured approval for a professional license from the British Boxing Board of Control.

Danny Muston, Reuben’s father, served as a stem-cell donor for Reuben when doctors could not find a perfect donor. Reuben described his father as “my saviour” when discussing his treatment with the BBC.

Muston returned to amateur boxing two-and-a-half years after his diagnosis and won gold at the national championships.

Muston hopes to fight again before the end of 2026.

What does Reuben Muston’s path from illness to a professional win over Jake Pollard mean to you?