There were two reasons for Tilbury’s McCarthy family to celebrate as both Matt and Kyle won their respective bouts.

Super welterweight Matt, 23, defeated Danny Little on points at the Brentwood Centre to take his record to 17 victories in 18 fights.

While older brother Kyle, 26, fighting in the super featherweight category, was triumphant seven days earlier, defeating Billy Parker on points at York Hall to win his first ever professional bout.

And Kyle was hugely thankful for the support he received on his big night.

“It was on a big stage in front of more than 1,000 people,” he said.

“I took 150 supporters and want to thank everyone who came to support me, and my sponsors."

For a full interview, see next week’s sports pages.