Big night for boxing brothers Sam and Sean Noakes at Wembley Arena

Brothers Sam and Sean Noakes are on the same bill as professional boxers for the first time.

The Maidstone duo are in action on promoter Frank Warren’s show at Wembley Arena on Saturday night.

Sam (11-0) is looking for a 12th straight stoppage victory when he defends his WBC International Silver lightweight title against Carlos Perez (19-7-2).

Sean (5-0) bids to his extend his perfect record against Lukasz Barabasz (2-8).

The brothers last fought on the same bill as Westree amateurs more than a decade ago.

They’re hoping it will become a regular thing as they continue to make names for themselves in the pro ranks.

The pair couldn’t be closer but there’s also business to take care of, with Sam likely to be back in the dressing room preparing for his fight while Sean is in the ring.

“I’m looking forward to it - it’s been 10 or 11 years since we were last on the same card,” said Sam, 26.

“If we’re in the changing rooms at the same time I won’t go out and watch because you’re there to do a job yourself, as much as I love him dearly, and I’d give him the same advice.

“We’re always there for each other but you are there on the night for yourself. No one else is going to get in the ring and help you, so you’ve got to be professional.

“I think there’ll be a telly in the changing room but it all depends on how early he’s on and when I’m up.

“If I’ve got to be in my boxing shorts and gloved up then I won’t be able to watch, unfortunately, but that’s just the way the cookie crumbles. It’s good to be on the same bill, though.

“It’s good for ticket sales and it makes it more affordable for people than having to go to two shows.”

Sean, 28, won his last fight in just 42 seconds and hopes to continue his winning streak before taking a