# Battle of the Bad Boys: Nile Ranger and Jay Emmanuel-Thomas to Fight for £500,000 Charity Goal

URL: https://technosports.co.in/battle-of-the-bad-boys-nile-ranger/  
Published: 2026-09-03  
Updated: 2026-09-03  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Two footballers who once topped the English game — and both served time behind bars — are stepping into the ring together for a cause bigger than either of them. **Nile Ranger** and **Jay Emmanuel-Thomas** will headline **Pro Project Promotions’ A Night to Remember III** on 22nd October, in what’s being billed as one of sport’s most powerful redemption stories.

The full seven-fight card has now been confirmed, and it’s stacked with recognisable football names all trading boots for boxing gloves in aid of charity.

## What’s Confirmed for A Night to Remember III

| Detail | Information |
| --- | --- |
| **Main Event** | Nile Ranger vs Jay Emmanuel-Thomas |
| **Date** | Thursday 22nd October 2026 |
| **Venue** | Grosvenor House Hotel, Park Lane, Mayfair, London |
| **Fundraising Target** | £500,000 (debut year) |
| **Raised So Far** | Over £201,500 across first two events |
| **Broadcast** | Live worldwide on Sports.com |

The chief support bout is a genuine North London derby, with Arsenal’s **Armand Traore** facing off against Tottenham’s **Sebastien Bassong** — bragging rights settled the hard way, in the ring rather than on the pitch.

![Battle of the Bad Boys](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/image-94-1024x683.png)

## Battle of the Bad Boys: The Story Behind the Main Event

Both headliners have walked difficult paths back into public life. Emmanuel-Thomas served time for his role in a cannabis smuggling plot, while Ranger was jailed for online banking fraud. Pro Project Promotions founder Graham Stack explained the fight wasn’t his idea to engineer — both men specifically asked to face each other, driven by their own history and desire to prove they’ve changed.

Emmanuel-Thomas spoke about the deeper purpose behind stepping into the ring, describing it as a chance to give back to families who may not have had the same opportunities he did. There’s also a built-in incentive for both fighters: whoever loses must personally donate £500 straight to charity.

## The Rest of the Card

Five further bouts round out the night, each pairing footballers with contrasting in-ring styles inspired by how they played the game — from Lee Cook’s elusive footwork against Martin Woods’ relentless pressure, to Anthony Gardner’s composed power against Matthew Briggs’ underdog heart.

For background on the sport these ex-footballers are now embracing, [boxing](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boxing) has a long history of crossover athletes stepping into the ring for charity and redemption stories alike.

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### FAQs

### **Q1. When and where is A Night to Remember III taking place?**

The event takes place on Thursday 22nd October 2026 at the Grosvenor House Hotel in Mayfair, London.

### **Q2. How much has Pro Project Promotions raised for charity so far?**

The promotion has raised over £201,500 across its first two events and is targeting £500,000 in its debut year.