Lewis Crocker has stated he is looking ahead as he prepares for a fight scheduled for December at Belfast's 02.
The Belfast boxer intends to face Owen Cooper, marking his next step in his professional career.
His previous encounter with Liam Paro concluded with the Australian winning by unanimous decision.
Three judges scored the contest 115-113 in favour of Paro during their first defence of the IBF welterweight championship.
The flight home from Australia took longer than usual for Crocker as he reflected on the outcome.
Paro achieved his ambition of becoming a two-weight champion following the storming finish by the Belfast man.
Despite the strong performance by Crocker, it was not sufficient to alter the judges' tally.
The report is based on information provided by BBC Sport Northern Ireland.