The man who would be king - the rise and fall of 'the next Prince Naseem'

Daniel Teasdale, once touted as the next Prince Naseem Hamed, struggled to live up to the hype despite possessing undeniable talent. Hamed had won his first world title at the age of 21, while Teasdale, molded by trainer Brendan Ingle, was still a teenager when he began his professional career. Photographer Simon Roberts and filmmaker Stuart Mitchell were among those who believed Teasdale was destined for greatness.

Ingle's gym became a breeding ground for future stars, and Teasdale's rise was documented by Roberts and Mitchell, who often referred to him as the next star. However, the attention Teasdale received also attracted those who sought to capitalize on his potential. His debut fight was abandoned due to riots in the crowd, and he later received death threats before a bout.

Despite these setbacks, Teasdale won his first professional fight and attempted a comeback in 2010. He ultimately ended his professional career after just five fights, at the age of 27, feeling he could no longer compete with his own past self. Teasdale credits his post-boxing career as a support worker for shaping him into the person he is today, acknowledging that the pressure to succeed professionally took a toll on him.