Alfie Middlemiss was born in Worsley, Manchester, in 2003, son of actor Phil Middlemiss, famed for portraying Des Barnes on Coronation Street. He began acting by age 6 or 7, appearing in commercials and later in TV series such as Emmerdale, Waterloo Road, and Madame Blanc Mysteries. At age 13, Alfie first stepped into a boxing gym; within a month he was sparring and knew he wanted to pursue the sport. He quickly distinguished himself at Walkden ABC, capturing the North West and English national amateur titles.
Amateur Boxing Career
As an amateur, Middlemiss amassed roughly 40 bouts. He earned both North West and England amateur championships, showcasing a style well-suited to the amateur ranks. Known for his adaptability, he combined technical precision with controlled aggression—attributes praised by his trainers.
Professional Career
Alfie turned professional in December 2024 under promoter Eddie Hearn and began training with former pro Jamie Moore and Nigel Travis. He debuted on 6 December 2024, securing a four-round decision over Jesus Gonzalez. His second professional bout came on 15 February 2025, where he earned a unanimous decision (40–37) against Caine Singh on the Co‑op Live undercard. As of his third scheduled fight—on the undercard of Joe Joyce’s bout in July 2025—Alfie remained unbeaten at 2–0.
An orthodox featherweight, Middlemiss credits his acting background for helping manage media attention and perform under scrutiny. He emphasizes meticulous preparation—combining study of elite boxers like Mayweather, Hatton, and Canelo with a method‑actor mentality to internalize fight routines. Known for strategic adaptability, he balances defensive movement with timely pressure.