On a stacked card in Doncaster on May 16, Michael Gomez Jnr and Lee “Lightning” McGregor meet in what promises to be one of the most action-packed undercard bouts of the evening. Two fighters with career-defining moments behind them, both with unfinished business in the lightweight division — this fight matters.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, May 16, 2026 |
| Venue | Eco Power Stadium, Doncaster |
| Division | Lightweight (135lb) |
| Scheduled Rounds | 10 |
| Broadcast | DAZN (Worldwide) |
Michael Gomez Jnr (22-2-0, 7 KOs) carries one of British boxing’s most famous surnames with visible pride. The 31-year-old Englishman stands 5’9” (175cm) and fights orthodox, bringing a high-volume, aggressive style to every contest. With 22 wins from 24 fights and a 29% stoppage rate, Gomez Jnr is a seasoned presence in the lightweight division.
His recent form is pointing firmly upward. A TKO6 of Baker in April 2024, followed by a TKO3 of Flynn in March 2026, signals his finishing ability is sharpening. Two stoppages in his last two outings from a fighter not traditionally known for his power is a compelling data trend — one that suggests Gomez Jnr is arriving at the kind of form that could trouble anyone at lightweight.
Lee McGregor (16-2-1, 11 KOs) is the most dangerous knockout artist on this undercard. The 29-year-old Scot carries a 69% KO rate — one of the highest figures at lightweight — and that number commands respect from any opponent. At 5’8” (172cm) with a 67.7-inch reach, McGregor is compact and dangerous, particularly with his right hand.
McGregor’s recent record requires context. His TKO4 loss to Collins in May 2025 was a setback — stopped in four rounds by a big puncher — but his response was measured: a UD10 win over Lowe in December 2024 showed he can regroup and perform over championship rounds. His record carries a draw and two losses, but 69% of his wins have come by stoppage. When McGregor lands clean, people feel it.
| Gomez Jnr | McGregor | |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 22-2-0 | 16-2-1 |
| KOs | 7 (29%) | 11 (69%) |
| Height | 5’9” / 175cm | 5’8” / 172cm |
| Reach | — | 67.7” |
| Age | ~31 | ~29 |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
Michael Gomez Jnr — Last 2 Fights
| Result | Opponent | Method | Rd |
|---|---|---|---|
| W | Flynn | TKO | 3 |
| W | Baker | TKO | 6 |
Lee McGregor — Last 3 Fights
| Result | Opponent | Method | Rd |
|---|---|---|---|
| L | Collins | TKO | 4 |
| W | Lowe | UD | 10 |
| L | Robles | UD | 12 |
This is a puncher vs. volume fighter matchup, and those clashes are rarely dull. Gomez Jnr’s career has been built on consistent output and forward pressure — he doesn’t give opponents room to breathe, and when he smells a stoppage he presses relentlessly. But McGregor’s 69% KO rate means a single clean right hand can change the complexion of any round in an instant.
The Collins loss looms over McGregor — stopped in four rounds suggests vulnerability when the opposition punching levels up. Gomez Jnr isn’t Collins-level power, but he’s on a two-fight stoppage streak and enters with genuine momentum. McGregor’s win over Lowe demonstrates he can still perform at a high level when committed to his game plan, and a controlled points win in a 10-rounder is evidence his boxing works when he sticks to it.
The key dynamic: can Gomez Jnr’s forward pressure force McGregor into a firefight, or will McGregor box smartly on the back foot and look for the single-shot opening? The former is chaos. The latter is McGregor at his most dangerous.
Michael Gomez Jnr must:
Lee McGregor must:
McGregor’s punching power gives him a one-punch knockout threat that is genuine, but Gomez Jnr’s two-fight stoppage streak and consistent pressure style makes him the safer pick. The Collins stoppage loss raises questions about McGregor’s chin at lightweight; if Gomez Jnr can land clean to the body early, McGregor’s resolve will be tested.
Prediction: Michael Gomez Jnr W TKO — Gomez Jnr’s aggression and recent finishing form give him the edge over 10 rounds, but if McGregor lands clean early, this could be over in one punch. Entertaining from the first bell to the last.
| Country | Broadcaster | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 🇬🇧 UK | DAZN | From 7:00 PM BST |
| 🇺🇸 US | DAZN | From 2:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM PT |
When is Gomez Jnr vs McGregor? The fight is on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at Eco Power Stadium, Doncaster, on the Allen vs Hrgovic undercard.
What is Lee McGregor’s KO rate? McGregor has stopped 11 of his 16 professional wins — a 69% KO rate, making him one of the most dangerous finishers at lightweight.
What is Michael Gomez Jnr’s recent form? Gomez Jnr is on a two-fight stoppage streak: TKO6 over Baker (Apr 2024) and TKO3 over Flynn (Mar 2026).
How can I watch Gomez Jnr vs McGregor? The fight is on DAZN. UK coverage starts from 7:00 PM BST; in the US from 2:00 PM ET.
Also on the card: Dave Allen vs Filip Hrgovic — Main Event, Louie O’Doherty vs Ahmed Hatim — British & Commonwealth Lightweight Title, Maxi Hughes vs Lewis Sylvester, and Ben Fail vs Dean Sutherland.
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