Tag: WBC
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Whyte ‘devastated’ after Joshua fight cancelled
Britain’s Dillian Whyte said he was devastated after an “adverse finding” from his random dope test led to the cancellation of next week’s heavyweight fight with former world champion Anthony Joshua. The two had been due to meet at London’s O2 Arena on Aug. 12
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Wilder to sack coach who threw in towel against Fury
Dethroned WBC champion, Deontay Wilder, has incredibly claimed the costume he wore for his ring walk, played a big part in his defeat to Tyson Fury on Sunday morning. The American also confirmed he will be triggering his rematch clause. Wilder wore a black and red armoured body suit with a matching mask and crown…
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Boxing: WBC orders Wilder, Fury rematch
WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder and Britain’s Tyson Fury must agree to terms on a rematch by Feb. 5 or else it will be put to a purse bid with a 60-40 split in Wilder’s favour. The sanctioning body made this known on Wednesday. If the situation goes to a purse bid, any promoter can…
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Fury deserves greater share of Wilder rematch purse – WBC
Tyson Fury is entitled to a greater share of the purse for his rematch against heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder, says the WBC. Britain’s Fury and American Wilder shared a controversial and thrilling draw in Los Angeles in December. The WBC has told their promoters to agree a rematch by 5 February. If there is no…
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Boxing: Wilder wants Tyson Fury’s rematch ‘ASAP’
WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder on Tuesday said he was eager for a rematch with Tyson Fury, after the two undefeated boxers fought to a thrilling, but controversial split decision draw on Saturday in Los Angeles. The American knocked his opponent down twice, including a brutal takedown in the 12th round, but the towering Fury…